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Technical Service Department Multifrio
1.
2. Why is it important
preventive maintenance on
your air conditioning unit?
3. The preventive and corrective maintenance of an
air conditioner will allow you to extend the life of
the equipment.
The prevention, detection, and correction of
mechanical and electrical failure of any system of
air conditioning.
Making a clean break will ensure the bacterial
cycle.
Adequate filtration and improved indoor air
quality.
Decreased energy expenditure, it was found that
an a/c unit without maintenance consumes 25%
more energy
4. What is the proper timing for carrying out
the maintenance of an air conditioning
system?
Preventive maintenance professionals
recommend a visit every 3 months, but
everything depends on the conditions on
which the a/c equipment works, whether is
internal or external to the facility, and more.
The outside conditions are also very
important especially of the unit is working in
salty, dusty, or other extreme environments.
5. We have a software for managing and scheduling your
maintenance schedule that allows sufficient time to ensure
effective coordination as needed.
6. How to detect if your air
conditioning requires
maintenance?
7. Considerable increase in the
temperature at which they are used,
Changes in temperature of the
reduced cooling capacity.
systems
Leaks and / or leakage of water Clogged drains or trays filled with
bacteria and fungi.
Freezing saturated coils by dust
filters.
Unpleasant and / or strong odors Presence of odors such as perfumes,
bathroom, kitchen, garbage,
chemicals, etc.
Dust and particles in desktops and It may be a poor filtration and dirt that
workstations are moving the air ducts.
Allergic reactions when air An allergy is an overreaction of an
conditioners are turned on individual to a particular substance
(allergen).
Lack of air extraction in bathrooms or The equipment is not drawing or
workspaces renewing the air enough. Saturated
filter dust.
8. Procedure for Maintenance
The procedures vary according to the kind of equipment. Genera
Guidelines:
Units must be turned off, after current operations variables are
measured.
Unit covers are removed for service.
Components are cleaned and / or washed.
Electromechanical review.
Performance testing.
Registration of activities.
Submission of reports.
9. Cleaning the Evaporator
(inside unit)
Filter cleaning or replacement air
return.
Condensate tray cleaning.
Cleaning of drains
Clean coil (with water pressure, er or
or chemical products)
Cleaning of turbine engines.
General cleaning (consoles, pipes,
etc.)
Cleaning of diffusers and grilles.
10. Cleaning the Condenser
(outside unit)
Clean condenser.
Clean coil (using water pressure and/or
chemical products)
Cleaning of turbine engines.
General cleaning (consoles, pipes, etc.)
Clear the area of elements that obstruct
the air.
11. Electromechanical review
Check thermostat operation or control.
Verification of terminal blocks and electrical
connections.
Cable inspection and amperage reading.
Check operation of engine, turbines, roles,
lubrication.
Inspection of protective devices: high and low
pressure switches.
Electromechanical performance of the
compressor.
Refrigerant charge, pressure check and
temperature readings