Should I cover outside air conditioner unit
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![Janet Pizaro]()
Janet Pizaro
on Dec 28, 2017
https://aristair.com/blog/how-to-cover-an-air-conditioner-for-winter-to-prevent-damage/ -
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Barry Smith
on Dec 28, 2017
I live in Canada & we get a lot of snow , a friend who is a furnace & airrepairman say no you don't have to but it wont hurt. I do it anyway because snow here if turns to ice which is a lot of weight on the blade & other parts. -
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Rod25933427
on Dec 28, 2017
Our air condioner man said it needs air circulation. Keeping it covered causes rust. Mine is still in use since 1978. Northern climate. -
![Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA]()
Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Dec 28, 2017
For what purpose? I can see placing a board or it to keep snow off the blades, but it still needs air circulation otherwise it might rust. -
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Tinyshoes
on Dec 28, 2017
If it is a central unit it will not be necessary but a wall or window unit.. cover can be picked up at most hardware stores. -
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William
on Dec 28, 2017
NO! They are built to take outside weather conditions. Covering them completely will trap moisture, cause mold to grow, eat away at the aluminum fins and copper tubing. You can place a piece of plywood on the top, weigh it down to prevent snow from accumulating inside.
Janet Pizaro
on Dec 28, 2017
Barry Smith
on Dec 28, 2017
Rod25933427
on Dec 28, 2017
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