How Do You Fix A Stinky Air Conditioning Unit?
The used air conditioner you picked up at the yard sale for cheap may not have been the greatest bargain if once you plug it in, it has a horrendous smell while it’s running. You may be tempted to either throw it out yourself or go back and see if you can get your money refunded. Luckily, getting the stink out of an air conditioner can be a simple process. Remove the air conditioner unit from the window and place it outdoors on a hard surface. You will be washing this unit hard and heavy, so you need an area where you will not be making mud pies. Remove the exterior cover and make sure the unit is unplugged from any power source. Put those screws in a place safe so you won’t lose them. Soak the entire unit down with water; try not to get any exposed wiring or electrical components wet. If you do, it won’t be a big problem, as you’re going to let the whole unit thoroughly dry when you’re finished. Mix a light solution of bleach, approximately ½ cup of bleach to 2 gallons water. Pour thi
