Haier Air conditioner has poor temperature control
If your Haier air conditioner has poor temperature control, the unit may cool unevenly, shut off too soon, run too long, or leave the room feeling damp because the AC is not maintaining temperature properly. The most likely cause is a faulty temperature control thermostat, which senses air temperature and sends power to the fan and compressor. If it has no continuity or opens too early, replace it. Next, check the air filter. A clogged or damaged air filter restricts airflow across the evaporator coil, reducing cooling and sometimes causing frost buildup. Dirty or restricted indoor and outdoor coils can also make the air conditioner work harder and cool less efficiently. A bad thermistor is another possible cause, since this sensor reports air temperature to the control board and can create an air conditioner thermistor issue if its resistance does not change correctly. Dirty condenser coils can also prevent proper heat removal. Enter your Haier model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement thermostat, air filter, thermistor, or coil-related part for your specific air conditioner.
01 - Haier Air Conditioner Temperature Control Thermostat
The temperature control thermostat is a sensor which monitors the temperature of the air and activates a switch to provide power to the fan and compressor when the air temperature drops below a set point. If the thermostat isn’t working properly, the air conditioner may not stay running long enough to remove the moisture in the air and cool properly. To determine if the temperature control thermostat is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the thermostat does not have continuity, or is shutting off too soon, replace it. (Note: Some thermostats may also control a heater and, as a result, will have three... terminals. Refer to your air conditioner’s wiring diagram for more information.)
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If the air filter is clogged, air cannot flow properly through the air conditioner. This greatly reduces the cooling capacity of the air conditioner. In addition, if the air filter is clogged, the evaporator coils will frost over. Most air filters used in stand-alone air conditioners can be cleaned with soap and water. Only filters that are extremely clogged with debris or damaged will need to be replaced.
If the air filter becomes clogged with dirt, it restricts air flow over the evaporator coils. If the air flow is reduced, the evaporator coils get too cold, which then causes the humidity in the room to condense on the coils and freeze. As frost accumulates on the coils, the frost restricts the air flow even more. Eventually, the entire evaporator coil assembly will frost over, causing the air flow to be completely restricted. Most air filters used in stand-alone air conditioners can be cleaned with soap and water. Only filters that are extremely clogged with debris or damaged will need to be replaced.
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04 - Clogged or Restricted Coils
Both the indoor and outdoor coils need to be clean for the air conditioner to work efficiently. A clogged or restricted coil will reduce air flow causing the unit to run inefficiently and longer.
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05 - Haier Air Conditioner Thermistor
The thermistor is a sensor connected to the control board that detects the temperature of the air. The resistance value of the thermistor changes in conjunction with the air temperature. If the air temperature rises, the resistance value will decrease. To determine if the thermistor is at fault, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the thermistor does not have continuity, or if the resistance of the thermistor does not change with a change in temperature, replace the thermistor. (To find specific temperature and resistance values, try checking your user’s manual.)
The condenser coils dissipate the heat as the refrigerant passes through the coils. If the condenser coils are dirty, they won’t be able to dissipate the heat as effectively. As debris builds up on the coils, the air conditioner will become less efficient, causing the air conditioner to work harder to cool down. If the coils are significantly dirty, the air conditioner will not be able to remove the moisture from the air and maintain the proper temperature, resulting in the compressor running continuously in an attempt to cool the room. Check the condenser coils to determine if they are dirty. Refer to owner's manual for cleaning instructions.
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