Why does my AC shut off randomly?
If your air conditioner is turning off by itself, your AC may have one of the following problems: Thermostat is faulty. AC isn’t getting enough airflow. Condensate line is clogged.
How often should an AC unit turn on and off?
Ideally, a properly operating air conditioner should cycle for roughly 15 to 20 minutes, two to three times per hour. If the temperature inside your home is very high, is much higher than the temperature that your thermostat is set at, or the outside temperature is very high, the run time will increase.
Why does my AC shut off after a short cycle?
Bad locations for a thermostat include: Have a professional reinstall your thermostat in a better location. A dirty air filter could be what’s causing your AC to short cycle. Here’s why: When an air filter gets too dirty, it restricts airflow into your air conditioner.
How often does a central air conditioner turn on and off?
Got a central air conditioner that turns on and off every few seconds or minutes? This is called “ short cycling ” (because normally the AC has a regular on and off “cycle” that varies with the outside temperature.) Short cycling wears out the outside unit’s compressor.
Why is short cycling bad for your AC?
Short cycling is bad news for your wallet and your AC system for 2 reasons: Short cycling causes additional wear and tear on your AC, which shortens the lifespan of your system Since short cycling causes expensive damage, you’ll want to fix whatever is causing the issue ASAP.
Why does my air conditioner keep running all the time?
Your cooling coils are dirty. When your cooling coils are dirty, your air conditioner has a much harder time removing heat from your home. That’s why it’s so important to have them cleaned during an annual tune-up, or to contact Jerry Kelly if yours are dirty. Your thermostat is set to keep it running.