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DIY & Home Improvement

Mme. Defarge

(8,592 posts) Tue Sep 3, 2024, 06:06 PM Sep 2024

Air conditioner concern. . . [View all]

I recently noticed a strong smell of vinegar when my air conditioner is running. Since mold may be an issue, is it still safe to use the a/c? I have scheduled a service appointment for later in the week but the outdoor temperature is supposed to get quite hot over the next couple of days.

Any advice?

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Air conditioner concern. . . [View all] Mme. Defarge Sep 2024 OP

I had a UV light installed in the back of my air handler a few years ago .. Deuxcents Sep 2024 #1

It's a UV light SilasSouleII Sep 2024 #10

O, no! You're correct and I don't know why I keep thinking LED! Showing my age, I guess! Thanks 🙏 Deuxcents Sep 2024 #11

Probably Timewas Sep 2024 #2

Do you have an electrostatic air cleaner? KY_EnviroGuy Sep 2024 #3

Check the filter. If it looks or smells bad, replace it tonight. usonian Sep 2024 #4

My filters are the same size n I get em at Ace Hardware two at a time..must be a popular size Deuxcents Sep 2024 #5

Good. I like "standard" stuff. usonian Sep 2024 #6

Thanks 'cause I'm gonna need it..my compressor is about to go.. Deuxcents Sep 2024 #7

Ouch. Enduring the latest of many heat waves here. usonian Sep 2024 #8

Got some time to go here..hurricane season not over until the end of November.. Deuxcents Sep 2024 #9

What type of air conditioner do you have? love_katz Sep 2024 #12