Sometimes the problem with your air conditioner can be solved by simply reading through the manual that your system came with
. If the unit refuses to start, first check to see if the power is on by checking to see if the breaker has tripped. Check to see if all the switches at the thermostat are set for cooling or heat. A high setting on the thermostat may also prevent the unit from working if your house is cooler then the thermostat is set for. Other examples of this type of air conditioner troubleshooting are:
1.Cleaning the drain line.
2.Replacing the air filter
3.Cleaning the unit
These other types of air conditioner troubleshooting will require you to call a service technician:
1.Compressor repair.
2.Condenser fan motor repair.
3.Blower Motor repair
4.Refrigerant leak repair.
Most problems detected while troubleshooting are related to the lack of maintenance. Replacing the air filter is something you should do as a step in troubleshooting. Cleaning your condensing coils or cleaning your drain line are just a few troubleshooting tips to check.
For air conditioner troubleshooting that you cannot figure out, a service company will need to be called to come out and diagnose the problem for you. Always have the technician show you the part that needs to be replaced or repaired. A good service technician will take you to the problem and explain what happened and why the part went bad. These are just some tips for you to think about before calling in a service company.