Thanks for sharing that.
Note the recall website has a guide to inspecting the unit: basically, opening covers and looking for dust that gets wet and then moldy.
Hazard:
Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections to some consumers.
The same issue likely exists in other brands and models. This is likely a similar issue with mini-split units as they age.
Thanks for the post.
Funny how they, the company explains, "due to the risk/s of Mold exposure from standing water,’ I take that to mean the condensate tray pan holds water, instead of stating the condensate tray pan malfunctions.
Its in affect, a engineering or a manufacturing design flaw that affects condensate drainage.
Why would the company use Mold, a symptom, instead of design flaw? Opens the company/manufacturer to more liability.
Any thoughts, Jeffrey?
Morning, Bryce. Hope to find you and your loved ones well.
Not being cynical. Please do not be offended by my reply. You point out relevancy, accuracy.
It exists in every brand or model I have seen, bar none…
As they age? I have seen filthy 1 year old ductless mini split HVAC cabinets and filters. Symptom, black spots on the inner blower assembly against a white plastic backdrop. Black plastic evaporator cases you have to look really close to see growth and particulate. On white plastic, easy. Look closely with your flashing or lantern.
You know when the evaporator blower assembly air filter is dirty, the chances of malfunctions increase exponentially.
Client Question: Why is there no cold/hot air coming from the Head unit Mr. Young?
I wash the filter during the inspection. Takes 3 to 5 minutes end to end. Tap dry the filter. Place the cleaned filter into the evaporator blower cabinet and like magic,… Conditioned Air!!!
You are a genius Mr. Young.
No I reply. I read the manufactures maintenance and trouble shooting instructions when ever I have the opportunity.
What percentage of ductless HVAC evaporators cabinets have you seen ‘suspect mold’ due to poor maintenance habits? Myself…100% percent of the time.
1: I did not know they have to be cleaned Mr. Young.
2: Oh??? They have filters that require cleaning how often?
3: How do you expect me to get up there?