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Philco Central air conditioner leaking at furnace or air handler
Is your Philco central air conditioner leaking water at the furnace or air handler? The evaporator coil may not be tilted toward the drain outlet, causing condensation to miss the drain opening and overflow. If the water is leaking without the pan overflowing, the evaporator drain pan (also called a drip tray) may be cracked and require replacement. A clogged condensate drain tube or drain trap is less common, but it can back up water and cause an AC condensate leak, water under the furnace from AC operation, or an air handler leaking water. Turn off power to the unit before inspecting the drain path or clearing a clog. Replacing a drain pan (also called a drip tray) may be within an experienced DIYer's abilities, but electrical components inside the air handler can involve line voltage, so use caution and hire a qualified technician when needed. This repair does not normally require refrigerant handling, but any work on the evaporator coil, refrigerant lines, or sealed system requires an EPA 608-certified HVAC technician. Enter your Philco model number to find the exact replacement drain pan or other part for your specific central air conditioner.
01 - Evaporator Coil Not Tilted Toward Drain
To help the condensate water to flow towards the drain outlet in the pan, most installers will tilt the evaportor coil slightly towards the drain hole. If the evaporator coil is not level, or tilted incorrectly, water will not flow to the drain hole and may overflow the pan.
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02 - Philco Central Air Conditioner Drip Tray
The evaporator is normally tilted slightly towards the drain hole to help the water to drain properly into the drip tray. If water is leaking from the drip tray but the tray is not overflowing, the drip tray is likely cracked and will need to be replaced.
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03 - Philco Central Air Conditioner Drain Pan
The evaporator is normally tilted slightly towards the drain hole to help the water to drain properly into the drain pan. If water is leaking from the drain pan but the pan is not overflowing, the drain pan is likely cracked and will need to be replaced.
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04 - Clogged Drain Tube or Drain Trap
When the air conditioner is running, condensation forms on the evaporator coil and drips into a drain pan. From there the water is directed through a pipe with a trap to a floor drain or condensate pump. If the drain tube or trap gets clogged, the water will back up and overflow the drain pan. If water is leaking from the evaporator pan, it is likely the drain tube or trap is clogged and will need to be cleared to allow the water to flow normally. Be sure to shut off the power to the unit before attempting to remove the clog.
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Why is my Philco air conditioner leaking water at the furnace or air handler?
How do I fix an air conditioner condensate leak caused by a clogged drain line?
How can I tell if my Philco evaporator drain pan or drip tray needs replacement?
How do I find the correct Philco replacement part for an air handler leaking water?
When should I call a licensed HVAC technician for a Philco condensate leak?
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