Tips for Common AC Problems
Need some RV AC troubleshooting tips? We've shared a couple of key ones below.
AC Won't Turn On
Begin by checking the power supply to the RV by plugging something into a 110v outlet. All good? Okay, how about checking the breaker? Chances are good you tripped the breaker. Invest in a multi-meter and test the voltage coming into the RV.
Blowing Less Cool Air
There are several potential causes for the AC not keeping the air cool in your RV.
(1)The AC unit could be old. It's not unusual for RV AC units to not cool as well after a few years of use.
(2)It could simply be too hot outside for your AC to keep up. Depending on the size of your RV, you may need to install an additional unit to keep up on hot days.
(3)The air filters, fins, and coils are dirty! A build-up of grime can dramatically decrease the efficiency of your AC unit.
Not Blowing Air
Often when an RV air conditioner stops blowing air altogether it is because the unit has frozen up. Fortunately, it's easy enough to thaw a frozen AC unit by running it on fan mode until the ice child up has melted. That said, if it freezes again, you will want to make sure you figure out why the unit is freezing up, so you can address the issue.
An RV AC freezing up can be due to any of the following:
(1)High humidity
(2)Dirty air filter
(3)Dirty coils
(4)Bad flow divider
(5)Broken thermostat
(6)Low refrigerant
As you can see, there is a lot to know about RV air conditioners. Hopefully, this guide has taught you all of the most important bits and pieces, so you can stay cool this camping season!
