Turn off the 240-volt power at the appliance shutoff box. It’s usually outside within sight of the outdoor unit. Some shutoffs simply pull out; others have a handle to pull down or a fuse to remove.

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It's hot. Like, really hot. Learn how to clean a window AC unit, and you can stay cool all summer long. Millions of Americans are under heat warnings this summer, and window air conditioners are ...

Despite how much we all use our air conditioners (especially in the South), their maintenance isn’t often top of mind. Considering the benefits, though, it should be. “Regular cleaning not only ...

Many office buildings, residential homes and apartments have an air conditioning system. This could be anything from a portable unit, a wall-mounted unit or an HVAC system. Air conditioners come with ...