Your Daitsu air conditioner is an indispensable companion for ensuring comfort in your home, both on the hottest days of summer and the coldest days of winter. However, in order for it to work efficiently, safely and extend its useful life, regular maintenance is essential.
Well-maintained equipment not only provides better climate control, but also consumes less energy and purifies the air you breathe.
Many users believe that maintenance is a complex task reserved only for technicians, but the reality is that there are a number of simple actions that you can and should perform yourself.
In this comprehensive guide, we will explain the key tips for maintaining your air conditioner and tell you when it is time to call in the professionals for a thorough check-up.
Maintenance You Can Do Yourself (and That Makes a Difference)
These are
simple tasks that we recommend performing periodically, especially before the
start of the seasons of heaviest use (summer and winter).
Cleaning the Indoor Unit Filters: The Most Important Step
Why is it crucial? Filters are your equipment’s first line of defence.
They trap dust, pollen and other airborne particles, preventing them from entering the unit and circulating through the air you breathe. Dirty, clogged filters force the fan to work harder, reducing energy efficiency by up to 15% and decreasing its cooling capacity.
- How to do it?
- Make sure the unit is turned off and disconnected from the power supply.
- Open the front cover of the indoor unit. You will see some mesh grilles: these are the filters.
- Carefully remove them by sliding them out.
- Wash them with warm water and mild soap. Do not use hard brushes that could damage the mesh. You can use your hands or a soft sponge to help you.
- Leave them to dry completely in the shade (direct sunlight could warp them).
- Once dry, put them back in place and close the cover.
- How often?
- During the peak season, it is recommended to clean them once a month. If you don’t use them as much, cleaning them at the beginning of each season will suffice.
Cleaning the Indoor Unit (Housing and Fins)
- Why is this important? Dust also accumulates on the surface of the unit and on the air outlet fins.
- How to do it? Wipe the entire outer casing with a soft, slightly damp cloth. For the directional fins, you can use a small, soft brush or the brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner to carefully remove any accumulated dust.
Checking the Outdoor Unit
- Why is this necessary? The outdoor unit is exposed to the elements. Leaves, dirt, or even insect nests can clog the grilles and fan, seriously affecting its performance.
- How to do it?
- With the equipment disconnected, visually check that the unit is not surrounded by objects that prevent proper air circulation (leave at least 30-50 cm of free space around it).
- Remove any leaves, branches or visible dirt that obstructs the grilles. You can use a soft brush to carefully clean the surface.
- Warning! Do not insert objects inside or use pressurised water, as this could damage electrical components or the delicate condenser fins.
Checking the Drain
Why is it vital? The drain pipe removes water generated by condensation. If it becomes blocked, water can overflow and cause leaks and dampness in the wall.
How to do it: At the start of the summer season (when the most water is generated), check that the drain pipe is not bent, crushed or blocked and that the water is flowing properly.
When to Leave it to the Professionals – Daitsu Preventive Maintenance
The above tasks are essential, but there are parts of the system that only a qualified technician should handle. Having a professional service carried out once a year or every two years is the best investment you can make to ensure the longevity and maximum efficiency of your equipment.
What does a professional service include that you cannot do yourself?
- Deep Cleaning of the Heat Exchanger and Internal Turbine: Specific bactericidal and fungicidal products are used to disinfect and eliminate any accumulation of mould or bacteria, which cause bad odours and respiratory problems.
- Refrigerant Gas Charge Check: A gas leak not only prevents the equipment from cooling properly, but also forces the compressor to work harder, increasing electricity consumption and risking serious damage.
- Electrical Component Inspection: Connections, compressor consumption, and condenser condition are checked to prevent electrical failures.
- Technical Cleaning of the Outdoor Unit: Technicians can perform a more thorough and safer cleaning of the condenser fins and other internal components.
- General Functionality Check: All modes (cool, heat, dry, etc.) and functions (such as the I Feel mode or Turbo mode on your Daitsu) are checked to ensure they are operating correctly.
Here is a practical summary of maintenance tasks for your air conditioner:
Cleaning Interior Filters:
Frequency: Monthly (if you use it a lot) or at the beginning of each season (if use is moderate).
Responsible: You.
Cleaning the indoor unit (casing and fins):
Frequency: Every 2-3 months or at the start of the season.
Responsible: You.
Visual inspection of the outdoor unit:
Frequency: At the start of each season of use.
Responsible: You.
Checking the Drain Pipe:
Frequency: At the start of the hot season.
Responsible: You.
Conclusion: Taking care of your air conditioner is taking care of yourself
Maintaining your air conditioner is a simple but essential task. By spending a few minutes cleaning the filters and performing a regular visual inspection, you will ensure more efficient operation and healthier air. And for complete peace of mind, an annual professional service is the best guarantee.
By following these tips, your Daitsu equipment will reward you with years of comfort, efficiency, and reliability. Because a well-maintained air conditioner means a healthier home and lower energy bills.
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