Maintain Your Heat Pump System Effectively
Effective and regular heat pump maintenance is inevitable to ensure the efficient as well as smooth functioning of your heating system. With proper maintenance, you can also extend the life of your heat pump unit. In order to maintain your heat pump, you don’t have to hire a HVAC contractor or service technician. All you need to do is to clean and inspect the different components of your heating system in order to ensure that it is free from dirt and debris. However, make sure that you have carefully read the heat pump manual, before starting the cleaning process. Mentioned below are some effective tips that help for the proper maintenance your heat pump.
Indoor Unit Maintenance: Firstly, turn off the power to the unit. Then unscrew the access panel to gain access to the inside of the unit. Use your vacuum with soft brush attachment to eliminate dust and debris found in the filter. If there is still dirt in the filter, you can rinse it using a mild antibacterial cleaning solution and warm water. Allow it to dry. Upon properly cleaning the filters, check the coils. If it is contaminated, clean it using vacuum with brush attachment. Also, clean the dust found in the inside of the case cover as well as air inlet and outlet grilles.
Outdoor Unit Maintenance: Prior to starting the cleaning process, switch off the power to the outdoor unit. Now clear off all dust, leaves and grass accumulated around the outdoor unit. The next step is to gently clean and remove all kinds of dust and debris from its heat exchanging coil. You can use a vacuum cleaner for the purpose.
Apart from the regular heat pump maintenance, it would be a good choice to hire services of a professional heat pump technician to review your heat pump and ensure its smooth functioning.
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