I have a Rheem Classic XL. I have scheduled for duct cleaning. What should that include? Also, is there any preventative maintenance that I can do my self i.e filter, cleaning anything that would help the performance.
2006-07-06 11:24:47 · 6 answers · asked by YahooGirl 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Please give instructions on how the maintenance is done.I.E Where I should look, where I can find the filter, coils, freon, condensor. What I should be looking for and how to do it?
2006-07-06 11:31:20 · update #1
The Rheem model you are referring to does not have oil able motors, and it is slightly difficult to properly clean the condenser coils without disassembling the cabinetry due to the protective louvers. NEVER use 3 in 1 oil on HVAC motors, because this oil is too thin. These motors require 20 weight oil that can be purchased at any supply house, or gotten from any HVAC contractor. The best you can do is shut off the power at the disconnect; pull the electrical cover; lift the condenser fan motor assembly, and wash THROUGH the coils from the inside towards the outside. Good luck, and be careful not to get the electrical components wet!
2006-07-06 13:14:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Changing furnace filters monthly will enhance your system. Inside the furnace should be done by a professional with the proper equipment. Not much you can do to the A Frame coil in the furnace for the A/C anyway.
Outside.. keep the fins clean and free of debris. Be careful not to bend or puncture. I have shut the power down on my unit and removed the top. Using a hose I have washed the coils (inside to out) -- Sometimes the fan motor has oil cups on each end of the shaft and I put a couple of drops of 3 in 1.
Use care and If you are uncomfortable once again leave it to a professional.
2006-07-06 11:33:35 · answer #2 · answered by jmarvelous1943 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All good advise except using 3in 1 oil. That oil is a penetrating oil not designed for motors. Best is a 30w non detergent motor oil. The 3in 1 guy will be changing motors soon. Also no WD40. Both products will dilute any oil already in the motor and damage the bushings. They don,t use bearrings anymore on smaller motors.
2006-07-09 02:12:03 · answer #3 · answered by mountainriley 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm no expert, but even the experts seem to over look oiling the electric motor in the compressor outside. There should be a little plastic plug which may or may-not be labeled "oil here".
A few drops will prolong the life of the bearings in the motor.
2006-07-06 12:41:53 · answer #4 · answered by Don 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
clean coils, check freon, clean filters
2006-07-06 11:29:46 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
replace filter, clean weeds from around the compressor, outside, clean any leaves etc. from fan blower screen
2006-07-06 16:03:59 · answer #6 · answered by maintman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋