How to Clean the Outside Coils on an Amana Window Air Conditioner

To keep your Amana window air conditioner working efficiently, you must clean it regularly, inside and out. About once a month, during air-conditioner weather, perform maintenance to keep the cold air blowing and to save you from costly repair bills. Cleaning the outside coils is more involved than cleaning the filter or vents, but it's relatively simple and is done in just a few minutes.

Things You'll Need

• Screwdriver
• Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment
• Cloth

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Unplug the Amana air conditioner and remove it from the window.

   • 2

     Remove the six screws that hold the cover on the outside section of the air conditioner, then slide the cover off. Let the coils warm to room temperature and dry out if necessary.

   • 3

     Vacuum the coils using a brush attachment.

   • 4

     Wipe the coils with a damp cloth.

   • 5

     Replace the cover and place the unit back into the window before plugging in.