Signs an AC Fan Blower Isn't Working

Nothing's worse than a faulty AC fan.

Nothing's worse than a faulty AC fan. It compromises the other parts of the system and stops the fan from cooling down the house during those hot summer months. Fortunately, many telltale signs indicate that the AC fan needs repairs.

Here are the things homeowners should consider:

A lazy fan

There are settings on your AC that make it rotate slowly. However, no matter what you do, if the fan spins slowly for a prolonged period, it's a sign that the AC is faulty and will need an inspection. Users may notice that configuring the settings for a lower temperature won't work since the fan can't generate enough airflow at such a pace.

The fan won't stop

No matter what the homeowner does with the settings, sometimes, the fan blower won't stop turning at either fast or low speeds. This is a concern for users, especially if the fan continues to turn even after the user has shut the AC unit off. A fan blower that won't stop turning is a sure indicator that it isn't working correctly, making the whole system malfunction.

The fan won't start

If the fans refuse to turn on, users should turn the AC off and call in a professional since this issue can be dangerous. Despite the unit being turned on properly, a fan not starting indicates that it won't work until inspected by a professional.

Unusual sounds

A fully functional air conditioning unit with a good working fan doesn't make an annoying sound in the house. While it's perfectly acceptable to hear some whirring, clunky, scraping sounds could mean the fan isn't working correctly. This issue could remedy itself, but it may be a bigger issue if combined with any of the other issues mentioned above.

Irregular spinning cycles

Sometimes, a fan might start spinning very fast, slow, and fast again without reason. If the homeowner isn't changing the settings, it may be a sign that a fan is malfunctioning. It could also indicate that other parts of the AC are overheating, making the fan stop spinning at random intervals. The best course of action is to turn off the unit completely before contacting a professional.

Get a pro to fix the broken fan

AC owners should not attempt to open up the fan to solve the issue by themselves. This could result in further damage to the fan and even potential personal injury. Contact a professional service instead. A professional will be able to determine which components of the AC aren't working and address the issue. Owners would also benefit from scheduling routine maintenance with professionals to prevent any further issues from occurring.

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