- Use voltage stabilizer, replace ten year old AC.
AC Safety Tips: Many cases of blast in AC have been reported in summer and due to this, huge losses have also been caused. The latest case is from Noida, where the AC exploded on June 29. It is a matter of relief that there were no casualties, but this incident has once again drawn people’s attention towards AC safety. Due to high temperature in summer and continuous work, the load on AC increases and if safety measures are not taken, it can prove dangerous. Today we are going to tell you which safety tips you should follow to protect your AC from blast.
First know the reason for the blast
There can be many reasons for a blast in AC, but in most of the cases, a fault in the outdoor unit causes damage. Due to increase in temperature in summer, the compressor has to work harder to push refrigerant into the system. If dust and dirt has accumulated in the condensing coil, it does not function properly and the pressure increases. Due to this, gas leaks from weak joints or pipes. If there is a spark during this, it may cause fire.
What are the methods of prevention?
AC service is most important- Get your AC serviced before the season starts. For this, call a technician and get the compressor, refrigerant level and wiring checked. If you use AC the whole day, then you should get it serviced even in the middle of the season. Also take care of the outdoor unit. Do not allow airflow around it to be blocked.
Do not ignore warning signs- While using the AC, if strange noise is coming from the compressor, frequent tripping due to circuit break and strange smell is an alarm bell. These signs indicate that there is an electrical or mechanical problem in the system. The safest way to get it repaired is by calling a professional.
Voltage stabilizer will also be useful- During summer season, the load on the grid increases and voltage fluctuations increase. Suddenly the voltage increases from low to high. Due to this, there is a risk of damage to the internal parts of the AC. To avoid this, use voltage stabilizer.
More danger on old AC- If you are using something more than 10 years old then the risk is higher. If its performance is not improving even after service and there are problems, then replace it.
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