During the winter period, the use of air conditioners (AC) significantly decreases. Because of this, many people cover their ACs to protect them from dust and dirt, preventing dust accumulation inside the unit.
However, by performing a small procedure before covering it, you can gain significant benefits in the next summer season. This can also help maintain good cooling capacity of the AC and reduce electricity consumption. What needs to be done before covering the air conditioner is presented below.
If you do not use your air conditioner in winter and plan to cover it for several months, be sure to clean it beforehand. Prolonged accumulation of dust and dirt inside the AC can negatively affect its cooling. Furthermore, if there is moisture in some parts, mold may develop.
As a result, when you turn on the AC again next summer, you may encounter problems such as an unpleasant odor or reduced cooling. Therefore, it is preferable to perform maintenance on the AC before covering it.
During maintenance, filters and other important components of the AC are cleaned, removing accumulated dust and dirt. After this, proper covering will help protect the unit from external dust and dirt.
It is also necessary to ensure that there is no moisture inside the AC. You should avoid covering a wet AC, as this increases the risk of mold growth. Additionally, a cover that will not trap moisture should be used for covering.
Timely cleaning of the AC removes dust from the air filters, which helps improve airflow and makes it easier for the AC to cool the room. If the filter is dirty, the airflow may decrease. In this situation, the AC's cooling may suffer, and it will have to run longer, leading to increased electricity consumption.
Therefore, a sensible approach is to clean and perform necessary maintenance on the AC before turning it off and covering it in winter. This can reduce the need for cleaning before using the AC next summer.
It is important to remember that maintenance alone does not guarantee a reduction in electricity bills, but proper care of the AC can help preserve its cooling properties and operational capability.