How to manage your air conditioner at summer's end
com. With cooler breezes arriving in the mornings and evenings, air conditioners that have been running almost nonstop throughout the summer are nearing their seasonal break. But if you have already put the remote in a drawer and unplugged the unit, thinking, “See you next year,” hold on. Once you are done with your final cooling session, you should not…
As the cooler mornings and evenings of late summer arrive, air conditioners that have been running constantly throughout the hot season begin to take a break. However, if you've unplugged your unit, assuming it's done with cooling for the year, it's best not to turn it off right away. Instead, continue running it in fan mode for some time to ensure the interior is completely dry.
Air conditioners naturally gather moisture while doing their job of cooling. When warm air meets the cold heat exchanger, water vapor changes into droplets, much like condensation forming on the outside of a cold drink. If an air conditioner is left unused for a long time without dealing with this excess moisture, it could create an environment suitable for mold growth.
The Ministry of Environment has stressed that keeping humidity in check and ensuring proper ventilation is crucial to prevent mold from developing within the unit.
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