How To Fix Iced Up Air Conditioner
Air conditioners can easily ice up under certain conditions causing them to become less efficient.
There are several steps you can take to reduce ice buildup and prevent it from returning in future.
Every air conditioner has an ideal operating range outside of which ice can form on the cooling coils, grilles, and appliance casing.
Reducing ice may take several hours.
Exact instructions and location of parts will vary based on your exact make and model of air conditioner.
How to Fix Iced Up Air Conditioner
Turn air conditioner to fan-only mode for a few hours
Turn the air conditioner to fan-only mode for a few hours. Alternatively you can turn down the air conditioner to its lowest setting if there is no fan-only mode. The ice buildup will begin to disappear over the next few hours. Turn the air conditioner off if the ice buildup is particularly bad.
Switch air conditioner on when outside temperature is above 65 degrees Fahrenheit or 18 degrees Celsius
Switch the air conditioner on when the outside temperature is above 65 degrees Fahrenheit or 18 degrees Celsius. Most air conditioners will ice up when used during cool weather. Open a window and let in fresh air instead of using the air conditioning below 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
Don't overuse air conditioner turn it down or off when your room is cool enough
Don't overuse the air conditioner turn it down or off when your room is cool enough.
Your air conditioner may be rated too high for the size of the room.
The higher the air conditioner's British thermal unit rating, the more powerful its cooling power.
High-powered air conditioners should be placed in large spaces.
Turning down the air conditioner will reduce the chance of ice buildup.
Move the appliance to a larger space of problems continue.
Vacuum out any dust from the air filter once a month.
The air conditioner will ice up if the air flow is restricted by dirt in the air filter screen.
Switch off the air conditioner when you're vacuuming the filter.
Some models of air conditioners have removable filters that can be washed with warm soapy water.
Clear the airway from the air conditioner of any restrictions.
Objects or furniture placed in front of the grille can reduce air flow and cause ice to slowly stick to the cooling coils.
You can alternatively move your air conditioner to another part of your room or home.
Vacuum out any dust from the air filter once a month.
The air conditioner will ice up if the air flow is restricted by dirt in the air filter screen.
Switch off the air conditioner when you're vacuuming the filter.
Some models of air conditioners have removable filters that can be washed with warm soapy water.
Clear the airway from the air conditioner of any restrictions.
Objects or furniture placed in front of the grille can reduce air flow and cause ice to slowly stick to the cooling coils.
You can alternatively move your air conditioner to another part of your room or home.