The compressor is the heart of any air conditioning or refrigeration system, so when it starts showing signs of not working correctly, technicians must act quickly in order to find out what is wrong.

Last month’s article examined two systems that were experiencing high compressor discharge temperatures. One system had too much refrigerant, while the other had a partially restricted liquid line. In ...

Experts tell us the top reasons your unit isn't keeping you cool Experts offer eight simple problems to troubleshoot when your AC isn’t cooling properly. By Mary H.J. Farrell Like any appliance, air ...

Since this column's inception, we've received a substantial number of questions concerning air-conditioning troubleshooting. Answering each one would take quite some time, but we will attempt to ...

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Per AutoZone, there are several reasons why your car's AC may not be blowing cold air. Leaks and compressor issues are two of the most common problems. Some problems can be easily fixed while others ...

Like any appliance, air conditioners need a little TLC to deliver optimal performance. And it’s the ACs that haven’t been kept in top-notch condition that tend to struggle most. You don’t need to lose ...