Troubleshoot Your Ductless Mini-Split in Land O’ Lakes, FL

When your ductless mini-split system acts up in the middle of the hot Florida summer, you want to get it working as quickly as possible. In most cases, you can restore a new system with minor repairs. Before you consider replacing your HVAC equipment in Land O’ Lakes, FL, try these tips to troubleshoot your ductless mini-split system.

Examine the Situation

Before you do anything else, examine your HVAC system to pinpoint the cause (or at least the location) of the problem. Verify whether the system is faulty throughout the house or just in certain areas and take notice of any odd noises or leaks coming from any of the units.

Power Issues

If you aren’t getting power to a particular unit, it may have experienced a power surge. You will have to hit the reset button on the unit or flip the switch at the circuit breaker.

Clean the Filter

Your mini-split system has a filter in each unit that eliminates contaminants in the air. You need to clean these filters as needed, depending on the air quality in and around your home. You can also get preventive maintenance in Land O’ Lakes, FL, to have one of our knowledgeable technicians inspect and clean your units for you.

Refrigerant Leak

If you have a refrigerant leak, your unit will only produce warm air and may have frozen coils. Never attempt to work with refrigerant, as it’s toxic. An HVAC technician can perform the appropriate repairs for you.

Check the Warranty

If you’ve recently had an HVAC installation, you’ll want to read the warranty thoroughly to see if you’re still covered and make sure you don’t accidentally void it. This is one of the best reasons to avoid any DIY attempts. Many systems come with warranties that last for years, but they come with conditions.

Troubleshooting will only get you so far. For HVAC repair in Land O’ Lakes, FL, contact our pros at Tampa Bay Air Conditioning.

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