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The Importance Of Care And Maintenance Of your Condensate Pump 6/30/2020

A condensate pump constitutes an important part of your HVAC unit. During the process of cooling, your unit produces condensations. Most HVAC units depend on factors such as gravity and drain lines to direct the water into the exterior of the home. However, some of the installations work on the concept of pumping the fluid via attic or over other obstacles with the help of an HVAC condensate pump.

The unit comprises of three parts – reservoir, pump, and float. These parts work together to evacuate condensation. As the level of condensation rises in the unit's reservoir, it lifts the float, thereby activating the pump. The pump then forces this process of condensation by way of a drain line to the exterior of the time. Upon the evacuation of condensation, the float descents and shuts off the pump. Common electric condensate pumps run on the power of 110 volts and are usually plugged into a standard wall outlet, quite close to the HVAC unit.

Important Considerations While Handling an HVAC condensate pump:

An HVAC condensate pump is a very reliable part of the unit. It requires periodic maintenance and cleaning to ward off all kinds of unwanted problems and premature failures. A condensate pump operating incorrectly can further lead to other problems in the system, including the overflow of water and water damage. The excess moisture could lead to the growth of unhealthy mold and mildew inside your home. This may pose a serious health threat to all the members of your family. Therefore, it is important to inspect your condensate pump and to clean it regularly. Apart from prolonging the life of your HVAC condensate pump, it will also help you determine the flaws, if any. You can take help from a professional HVAC cleaning service to fulfill the purpose. The service will help you clean your pump in the following manner:
  • Disconnecting:
Before removing and cleaning the pump, the area around it shall be examined. This is done to verify if your pump is not leaking. If the pump is leaking, necessary repairs are being made by the professionals. Before starting the process of cleaning, your pump is unplugged, or the power is turned off at the main breaker box. If you are cleaning the pump all by yourself, it is strictly recommended to disconnect the HVAC condensate pump. 
  • Cleaning:
The professionals make the use of a bottlebrush or similar tool to clean all the openings of the pump where the drain lines connect. After it, all the blockages are removed and unclogged. Water is splashed to rinse the pump. The professional service also makes the use of compressed air to remove all kinds of dust, dirt, and debris on the motor vents of the pump. The drain lines are then cleaned using compressed air, after which they are reconnected again with the reservoir of the pump. Lastly, power is restored to the pump. Clean water is poured on the opening in the reservoir to activate the pump. As the water is evacuated, the leaks and checked and necessary repairs are made. Whether it is an HVAC condensate pump or any other component – all of them require periodic service. It is always recommended to seek help from a professional service to clean your HVAC system and to ensure its smooth operation.