A central air conditioner plan comprises various smaller mechanical systems, including the condensate drainage system.
The condensate drainage plan may seem insignificant until it develops troubles.
A malfunctioning condensate drain can create serious structural disfigure. To avoid such troubles, you may want to learn tips to avoid trouble with your A/C condensate drain. First off, suppose the location of your condensate drain system. At the bottom end of your air conditioner unit’s evaporator coils, a shallow pan or gutter collects condensate from the coils. Since coils can be configured vertically or horizontally in their coil box, the pan sizes, shapes, & orientation depend on the A/C model you are using. The condensate pan drainage line runs to the external drainage line near the condensate drain on the air handler component service panel. Next, keep the drain lines clear. One of the most effective ways to keep your drain lines clear is by running absolutely white vinegar through the part of the drain line running outside of your air handler unit. If you have excessive mold build-up in your condensate lines, flushing the pipes with vinegar may reduce the risk of drain pan overflow resulting from plugged drain lines. Vinegar helps to loosen clogs & kill mold. After cleaning your drain lines, be sure to substitute the cap on the condensate drain vent. Another tip is to schedule a routine inspection of your A/C drainage. Most Heating, Ventilation, & A/C professionals include condensate drainage plan inspection in their routine tune-up packages. They can also add agents to your A/C drainage plan to inhibit algae & mold growth in drainage lines & drain pans.