Air Conditioner Problem...

[AvesPKS]

I have a window unit that has been off for, probably, the last 6-7 months. I turned it on today, and man, it reeks! Is there any way for me to clean it out, or put something in it, or anything anyone can recommend?

 

[DanJ]

You should be able to remove the filter and clean it out?

 

[AvesPKS]

Hmmm...your idea intrigues me...I didn't even think of that. 😱 I'm guessing that's the large, rectangular area on the front of the a/c unit, with the vents on it?

 

[JC]

Yes, there should be a removable foam filter behind the grille.

A lot of the smells are caused by mildew and other moist-air growths. Suggestion: when shutting down the AC unit after use, first turn it down to air only for a bit. This will let the ducting dry out before you shut it off. (Also a good idea for car AC) 😉


JC

 

[AvesPKS]

Originally posted by: JC
Yes, there should be a removable foam filter behind the grille.

A lot of the smells are caused by mildew and other moist-air growths. Suggestion: when shutting down the AC unit after use, first turn it down to air only for a bit. This will let the ducting dry out before you shut it off. (Also a good idea for car AC) 😉


JC

Okay. I just opened the grill, and it feels a little weird taking that part out...but I guess it's okay. I'll try that now. Thanks for the responses, guys!

 

[DanJ]

Yea, we finally cleaned our POS apartment issued air conditioner a few weeks ago. I'm sure it was the first time it was ever done..was rancid. But now the A/C shoots well across the room, so it was worth it. Just had to bathe the whole filter/grill assembly and vacuum the box as best we could.

 

[Heisenberg]

I would suggest taking it apart and giving it a real cleaning. Take it out of the window and pull the cover off. You should be able to clean all the ducts and the fan then.

 

[morkinva]

Maybe that drain hole on the end that faces outside got plugged up - check it out.

 

[onza]

put one of those tree air freshners in front of it..

should fix the problem