How to Clean a Heat Pump Unit
Heat pumps provide economical heating and cooling to your living environment. A heat pump unit takes outside air and either cools or heats it depending on the season. Heat pump units need regular cleaning and maintenance to function properly. The better the heat pump functions, the more money you can save on operating costs. A neglected heat pump may cost you 10 to 25 percent more in heating and cooling costs, according to Energy Savers.gov. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Water
- Bucket
- Sponge
- Clean rag
- Heat pump filter
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Instructions
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Turn off the heat pump unit and disconnect its power.
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Remove leaves and debris from around and on the unit.
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Clean the external casing with a bucket of water and a sponge.
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Direct a hose towards the inside area of the unit and hose it down with water. This removes dirt and debris that may have collected.
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Change or clean the heat pump filters once a month to ensure good air flow. Blocked airflow causes the compressor to work harder.
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Clean indoor coils if you can reach them with water and a clean sponge or rag.
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Restore power to the heat pump.
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Inspect registers to make sure air is flowing out of them.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not block registers with furniture. Have a professional inspect your heat pump unit annually. A professional will check the refrigerant and air flow levels.
