Your ductless system in Avalon, NJ may develop problems occasionally. To restore your system’s efficiency and comfort, learn about these signs of ductless mini-split issues and what to do when the issues arise.
Unusual Sounds
Ductless systems that are in good working condition operate quietly. When your system malfunctions, you may hear banging, hissing, rattling, buzzing or bubbling sounds.
Banging and rattling sounds indicate that your system may have loose parts. A buzzing noise may occur when your system has electrical problems. If you hear hissing and bubbling noises, the system’s refrigerant could be leaking.
Running Continuously
Ductless systems should work in cycles. If your system works continuously, it is struggling to satisfy your temperature needs. Your ductless mini-split may run continuously due to issues such as refrigerant leaks, the wrong system size, a clogged filter or dirty components.
For most mini-splits, you need to wash the filter every two weeks. If it’s been a while, clean the filter, and see if the problem goes away.
If the issue persists, ask a professional to inspect and repair your system. If the technician discovers you have a wrongly sized ductless mini-split, replace it with a correctly sized system to resolve the problem. Alternatively, you could install more air handlers.
Short Cycling
A short cycling ductless system turns on and off too frequently. As a result, it fails to distribute the cooled air evenly in your living space. Issues that can cause short cycling include:
- A clogged filter
- A refrigerator leak
- An oversized system
- Dirty components
Weird Smells
Never ignore weird odors from your system, as they are a sign of trouble. When you detect a chemical-like smell from your ductless mini-split, its refrigerant could be leaking. A musty odor from the system may suggest that your system is failing to eliminate excessive moisture efficiently and allowing biological contaminants to thrive.
Don’t attempt DIY repairs if your ductless mini-split malfunctions, as you could cause more damage. Instead, call our ductless system experts at Jenkins and Sons Plumbing & Heating to address the issue. You can rely on our highly skilled team to fix any HVAC problem.
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