Maintain condensate control for healthier hvac: the key to maintaining healthy air-handling units is to keep moisture to a minimum. (heating, ventilation and air conditioning industry)(excerpt from HVAC Maintenance and Operations Handbook, 1998)

From: Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News | Date: March 23, 1998| Author: Trent, C. Curtis; Trent, Warren C. | Copyright information

Simple maintenance of air quality control equipment is insufficient to prevent the spread of condensation, which can cause malfunctions. Potential problems include condensate drips onto components and poor drain pan design. Condensate spread can be reduced by adjusting fan speed, installing longer plenums/turning vanes, repositioning filters and placing drains flush with pans.

The key to maintaining healthy air-handling units is to keep moisture to a minimum.

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