905-743-0213If you’re looking for help fixing your Armstrong Air Conditioner, look no further! Our comprehensive Armstrong Air Conditioner Troubleshooting guide will explain common issues, provide tips, and show you how to read your model’s error codes.
My home is not getting cool air
A circuit breaker may have been tripped in your home.
Locate your circuit breaker box (or electrical panel). They are typically located on an inside wall at the back of the house. Check the circuit breaker box and make sure. breakers are in the ON position. Also check that the disconnect switch (located near the air conditioner or heat pump) is ON. You may need to reset your circuit breaker.
Incorrect setting on your thermostat or your thermostat may simply be OFF.
Check that your thermostat is ON and set to COOL.
Blocked filter.
Check the furnace or air handler filter to see if it is blocked with dust and dirt. If so, change the filter. Remember to change your filter approximately once a month.
There is no airflow
Blocked filter
Check all the filters in your HVAC system components. Follow the recommendations in your user’s manual for cleaning and replacing your filters.
Dirty coil may have frozen your system
Check your indoor unit and see if there is evidence of water below the unit. Feel for a cold surface on the indoor coil enclosure. You can turn OFF your thermostat for 1–3 hours to see if it will defrost. Contact a certified repair person if the problem persists.
Dirty or blocked ductwork
Check your indoor unit to see (or hear) if the blower is running. Then go to different vents in your house to feel for airflow. If you do not feel any air, contact a certified repair person for duct cleaning services.
The drain pan is overflowing
The overflow switch is likely not functioning
Turn your system OFF and contact a certified repair person.
My unit runs all the time
Your thermostat setting might be too high or low
Adjust your thermostat during extremely hot or cold days so that your heating and cooling system doesn’t have to work so hard.
My utility bills are higher than normal
Your system is not reaching its thermostat setting
If your outdoor temperatures are constantly in the extreme, you may experience higher-than-average utility bills as your system tries to keep up with extremely hot or cold weather conditions.
Your utility company may have had a recent rate increase
Check with your local utility company to ask about recent rate increases. Ask them about ways to conserve energy with your existing equipment. It may be time to think about upgrading your equipment for greater energy efficiency.
Are you using a new appliance that uses a lot of power (hot tub, pool heater, sauna, etc.)?
You may consider turning the appliance ON for shorter periods of time or completely OFF when not in use.
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