Question:
I have a Bryant Air Conditioning unit in my Condo, it's model # 18-514
Series A. I believe it's attached to the furnace as well (also made by
Bryant)
Recently it stopped blowing out cold air, and just blows out regular air.
The thing is probably around 30 years old or so, so I don't want to put much
money into it.
But does anyone know of easy ways to at least diagnose what needs to be done
to it, and/or if it's worth fixing?
I assume I'd probably be better off getting a new unit, but I figure if I
can save money, I will. Also if I need a new unit, I figure I would need a
new furnace as well, and I would rather avoid such an expense.
Answer:
Just curious where you live and what efficiency your new furnace is? I have
a 23-year old Lennox in our home (original to the house). The previous
owner replaced the A/C in 2000, but not the furnace (yes, they are one and
the same air handler). We're in Minnesota so winters can be harsh. Just
curious what I can expect if/when we replace...
When you set the system for AC, you should have air blowing out the vents
(you mentioned it's not cool). If it's not blowing cold, it's time to call a
techie.
Go outside and look, listen, to the outside unit. Is air blowing out the
top? Can you hear the fan and compressor running? If they are both running,
it is hard to tell what the problem is. If they are both dead, then it could
be something else.
In any case, a techie oughta be able to tell within an hour (or so) how
badly shot the system is. You didn't mention any mechanical or electrical
abilities. Checking the fuses or breakers is a good idea
