4 Simple Steps For Cleaning Carrier Air Filters

Cleaning Carrier Air Filters

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In the hot summer months, staying comfortably indoors can be difficult without an air conditioner. You need these devices to cool your home and trap contaminants such as dirt, pet dander, debris, human hair, vegetation, and bacteria that may find their way to your living spaces.

Your AC doesn’t work alone. It has components that help it to provide the best indoor air quality. One of these notable parts is air filters. If you own a carrier air conditioner, you need to clean its filters regularly to keep it operating optimally. The filters accumulate dust and debris, which could cause clogging overtime. Regular cleaning will ensure that the filters do their jobs perfectly, and you get the much-needed indoor quality air. Here are four steps for cleaning carrier air filters:

  1. Turn Off Your System

It’s not safe to access your unit’s air filters when the system is on. Trying to pull it out in this condition may lead to fire hazards and electrocution. Luckily, many units have an on and off button that you can press. Some also come with remote control mechanisms. Press the right button on your remote control or unit to turn it off. If you’re finding it difficult to access the button, you can unplug your AC from the socket. This will cut off the electricity being transferred into the system.

  1. Find The Filter Location From Your Manual

It’s only professionals who might easily access an AC’s filter without a manual because they work on them all the time. After cutting off electricity, fetch your manual and use it to determine the filter’s location. Many AC systems aren’t complicated, making it easier to find the filter within a few minutes. However, you need to find out if the filter is covered with metallic grates or slots. Your system’s design determines where the filter is located. If the filters are under metallic grates, you may have to unscrew them to access the filter. If for one reason or the other, you can’t find your manual in the house, or you’ve misplaced it, you can find it online for free.

  1. Vacuum The Filter

Chances are that your filter is clogged and filled with all types of dust particles. So, get it out of the unit and head to an open space to vacuum it. This could be your yard or balcony. Before beginning the vacuuming process, get rid of the dirt stuck on the filter’s surface using your fingers. After that, vacuum-clean the filter using the correct settings to eliminate the remaining debris and contaminants. Perform the vacuuming exercise carefully as air filters are fragile and could easily break.

  1. Soak The Filter In Lukewarm Water

Once you’re done vacuuming, pour some lukewarm water into a basin and soak the filter in it. Ensure that the filter is completely submerged in the water.

Naturally, you’ll start seeing dust particles floating in the water. You can add some detergents and sanitizing mixture to the water to eliminate the remaining contaminants. Don’t scrub the filter using a brush as it can cause damage. Only move it around with your fingers for a couple of minutes. Once you’re done with the process, place it under direct sunlight to let it dry.

Wrapping Up

It’s recommended that you clean your filters often to minimize your AC’s strain and increase the air quality in your home. Cleaning carrier filters isn’t challenging. By following these simple steps, you can get your filters cleaned within a short period. You can also contact a professional if you’re not sure about the cleaning process.

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