Swamp coolers use evaporation to sufficiently cool down the air. This method can be traced all the way back to ancient Egypt, when people would hang wet mats over their doors to cool their homes. While today's technique is a bit more complicated, the concept behind the technology is the same. A swamp cooler pushes hot, dry air through water-soaked pads, which causes the water to evaporate and cool the air significantly. Unfortunately, this method is strictly efficient in low-humidity climates. If you do reside in such an environment, investing in a swamp cooler is an economically effective choice for keeping your home's temperature comfortable during unbearably hot days. Once you purchase a swamp cooler there are a few simple maintenance tips you can follow to assure your home benefits from this ancient but impressive cooling technique.
Replacing The Cooling Pads
Inspecting and replacing your swamp cooler's pads ensures your appliance is performing at its highest efficiency level. Changing the pads at the beginning and in the middle of the summer season is highly recommended. If your swamp cooler is operating with hard water, the pads will need to be replaced more frequently due to the higher concentration of dissolved minerals. A buildup of minerals reduces the absorbency of the pads, which negatively affects the system's ability to cool the air.
Water Levels
Inside your swamp cooler there is a float that monitors your unit's water level. Unfortunately, the float can move, causing the water level to become too low or too high. When this occurs your swamp cooler can either lack the proper amount of water or end up overflowing. Regularly checking your unit and adjusting the float, if needed, will guarantee the appliance is filled to the appropriate level and can also help prevent the need for major swamp cooler repair.
Keeping The Water Tank Clean
Like most appliances, your swamp cooler needs to be cleaned. The most convenient time to perform this task is at the beginning and end of the season. If the tank is already empty, you will simply need to wash it with soapy water followed by a thorough rinse. At the end of the season when there is water still present in the tub, draining the tank is your first step. After the water is completely drained, you can clean the tank with the same method you used at the start of the season. Once again, if you have hard water, the accumulation of dissolved minerals affects your maintenance routine. Instead of cleaning your swamp cooler's tank twice a season, you'll most likely need to clean it more often to stop corrosion from occurring.
If you're concerned with your swamp cooler's performance, please contact us at SoBellas Home Services, and we'll be happy to visit your home to inspect your cooling system.
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