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How it Works to Keep you
Comfortable.
Your central air conditioner is designed to work with your
indoor furnace and give you years of dependable service.
It will cool every room in your house - and use less energy
to do it than ever before.
The reason: we've improved the compressor in many of our units.
Now it pumps the heat out of your home more efficiently. And
we've made our new coils bigger, so they dispose of this heat
more quickly.
Your central air conditioner filters and dehumidifies.
As the air conditioner circulates the air, it also filters
it. The result: less housework for you, and a cleaner house year
round. The air conditioner also extracts excess moisture from
the air inside your home, thus helping to control humidity in
muggy summer months.
At the end of the cooling season, it's easy to deactivate
the air conditioner. Simply move the thermostat switch to HEAT.
Now the furnace takes over. And the blower that circulated cool
air in the summer now circulates warm air to keep you comfortable
during the cold months.
Easy Maintenance Reduces
Electricity Use
A clean filter saves money.
When the air conditioner circulates and filters the air in
your home, dust and dirt particles build up on the filter. Excessive
accumulation can block the airflow, forcing the unit to work
harder to maintain desired temperatures.
And the harder your unit has to work, the more energy it uses.
So you pay more any time your system is running with a dirty
filter.
Help ensure top efficiency by Cleaning or replacing the
filter once a month.
Clean it twice a month during seasons when the unit runs more
often.
You can leave the filter in the frame and vacuum it. Or you
can take it out of the frame and wash it like a sponge.
When replacing your filter(s), always use the same size and
type that was originally supplied. Filters are available from
your dealer.
Where disposable filters are used, they must be replaced every
month with the same size as originally supplied.
Both methods are quick and easy - and guaranteed to improve
the performance of your system.
How to remove your filter.
Ask your Trane dealer where the filter is located when he
installs your system. In most cases there will be one filter
behind the bottom panel of your indoor unit. Removing the filter
is easy. See the owners manual furnished with the indoor unit.
Just be sure to replace it with the arrows on it pointing in
the direction of the airflow.
Cut operating costs by keeping outdoor unit clear of debris,
leaves and shrubbery.
Efficient operation of your air conditioner depends on the
free flow of air over the coil. Anything that blocks the airflow,
causes the compressor to work harder to move the warm air out
of your house.
To avoid overworking your unit, do not plant flowers or shrubbery
right next to it. Also, make sure that nothing is stacked against
the sides of the unit or draped over it.
Making sure that your outdoor unit is kept clear at all times
helps it work at peak efficiency. And that helps you save money.
IMPORTANT: Whenever your
house is to be vacant, arrange to have someone inspect your house
for proper temperature. This is very important in below freezing
weather. If for any reason your heating system should fail to
operate, damage could result, such as frozen water pipes.
How to Operate your System
to Save Electricity
Just set the temperature you want.
Here's how: place the system switch on COOL, and the fan switch
on AUTO. Then set the temperature by using the indicator on the
thermostat control.
Now your system will cool your house whenever the indoor temperature
climbs above the thermostat setting. I t will shut off when the
desired room temperature is reached.
In winter, it works the same way. When the system switch is
on HEAT, the system will operate whenever the room temperature
falls below the temperature setting. Once the desired temperature
is reached, the system will shut off.
Carefully read the accompanying thermostat manual for operating
instructions.
Save energy with an electronic programmable thermostat.
Just program the thermostat for the temperatures you are most
comfortable with. The Trane electronic programmable thermostat
has up to four setup or setback periods each day, plus weekend
and vacation programs. It saves energy while it keeps you comfortable
day or night.
Let the thermostat do its job.
Your system will perform most efficiently when you let the
thermostat control it. Turning the system on and off manually
is usually much less efficient. So let the thermostat do its
job. You'll be sure to save energy.
We recommend keeping the temperature setting at 78°F for
cooling, 68°F for heating. But you can select the temperature
you're most comfortable with. The point is, once you've set the
thermostat, keep subsequent adjustments to a minimum.
At all other times, let the thermostat keep you comfortable.
And keep energy bills down.
Don't waste money heating and cooling when you don't need
to.
When you're going to be away from home for a few days - or
when outdoor temperatures are moderate - don't let the air conditioner
run unnecessarily. Lower the thermostat to 55°F in summer.
Then when you return - or when temperature conditions dictate
- you can reset the system and it will immediately begin making
your home comfortable again.
Never stop the system by shutting off the main power.
If the main power is ever disconnected for more than three
hours, turn off the thermostat. Then wait for at least three
more hours after the power has been restored before turning the
thermostat back on. Failure to follow this procedure could result
in damage to your system.
IMPORTANT: If unit is
not operational during the cold weather months, provisions must
be taken to prevent freeze-up of all water pipes and water receptacles.
How to help reduce summer humidity.
In summer, your air conditioner does more than cool the air.
It also helps remove the excess moisture that can make the inside
of your home feel muggy. When removing this moisture your system
must work harder than when simply cooling the air.
That's why kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms should have
vents and exhaust fans. These devices help prevent accumulation
of moisture throughout the rest of the house. So your air conditioner
works less to keep you comfortable. And that helps keep operating
cost down.
The Problem Solver
Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the
following:
| Problem |
Possible cause |
Remedy |
| Insufficient heating or cooling |
a. dirty filters
b. air not circulating freely
c. blocked outdoor coil |
a. clean or replace
b. check supply registers and dampers for blockage
c. clear away leaves or other debris |
| Failure to operate |
a. power off
b. open circuit breaker or burned-out fuses
c. improperly adjusted thermostat |
a. make sure main switch is in ON position
b. reset circuit breaker, or replace fuses
c. check setting, adjust thermostat |
| No Heating or Cooling - Blower does not operate |
Blower door removed or ajar |
Close door securely to restore power to blower |
| Unusual Noise |
|
Call your local servicer |
A central air conditioner is not a household appliance. It's
a complex self-contained system that requires professional maintenance
and repair.
That's why attempts at "do-it-yourself" repairs
on an in-warranty unit may void the remainder of your warranty.
Other than performing the simple maintenance recommended in
this site, you should not attempt to make any adjustments to
your central air conditioning system. Your dealer will be able
to take care of any questions or problems you may have.
Keep your air conditioner looking like new for years.
Clean the enamel finish of your air conditioner with ordinary
soap and water. For stubborn grease spots, use a household detergent.
Lacquer thinner or other synthetic solvents may damage the finish.
IMPORTANT:
If you have a cooling coil installed with your unit, condensate
drains should be checked and cleaned periodically to assure that
condensate to assure that condensate can drain freely from coil
to drain. If condensate cannot drain freely water damage could
occur.
If you don't know which firm to call, ask if the contractor
is a member of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA).
consumers can call (972)247-5383 or 1-800-260-8041 to confirm
the contractor is a member or to locate a contractor who subscribes
to the organization's code or ethics.
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