Sharon B

Cleaned the filters but there is a weird vinegary smell being omitted from the units. Any ideas?

ballin

Mould/fungus is growing in there. After using AC you should always blast heat through to dry out the pipework.

Try running it on hot for a while, but probably too late now may need to get it cleaned out/replaced.

Tele Addict

Maybe it's mould in the heat exchanger. Running it flat out on hot for a few hours might cure it. Or someone might know a chemical you could clean it with. Also it could be a partial blockage in the water catch stopping the water running away freely.

Sharon B

Will I have to use an air con specialist to do that? And what would I need replaced?

ballin

try running it hot for a while to see if it helps, but if it doesn't (which to be honest is unlikely), yes you will need an aircon specialist or competant garage (in Spain....ha!)

Sharon B

Any idea cost wise what I would be expected to pay out? Ballpark figure? I really have no idea and I am sure he will see me coming!!

1debbie2

Sounds like it needs a proper service using the right chemicals to clean it, there is also something called smelly jelly which can be put inside the unit which gives off a lovely lemon smell.

1debbie2

depending how far engineer has to come, to service an a/c 35 euros

Sharon B

Debbie, is that per unit?

1debbie2

Yes per unit but depending on how many units engineers might do a deal

Sharon B

While I am on a roll here, how often should air con units be serviced and could this problem been avoided?

1debbie2

at least once a year but depending on use reccomendation is twice a year. Having them serviced makes them more efficent and cuts down on major componets breaking down.

Sharon B

Thanks for all the replies. It has been a great help, much appreciated.

Tele Addict

Just take the cover off, clean the heat exchanger and check the outlet is not blocked. 10 minutes work, but, I can't believe someone would come out and do that for 35 €. They'd have to be desperate.

Sharon B

I guess that makes me desperate then, since I don't even know what a heat exchanger is!! I know it is hard to believe but us girls do not know everything (especially when it concerns the insides of air con units)!!