You probably don’t spend much time thinking about the compressor in your air conditioner, at least as long as it’s pumping out cool air. But if you’re in the market for a new window AC this season, ...

Most compressors fail due to system malfunctions, which must be corrected to prevent repeat failures. After a compressor fails, field examination of the failed compressor often will reveal symptoms of ...

When you think of air conditioners, you tend to think of rather bulky units, with the window-mounted appliances probably ...

In hot and sultry summers, the only respite is to sit in an air-conditioned room comfortably. However, for this, you need an effective air conditioner, which is not only good at what it does but also ...

With much of the country in the grips of a massive heat wave, many people who have air conditioners in their homes are running them overtime. But these extreme temperatures present a significant ...

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The modern air conditioning system cools an indoor space by using the refrigeration cycle. This refrigeration cycle works by controlling the level of energy in the system’s refrigerant: Some parts of ...

Like any appliance, air conditioners need a little TLC to deliver optimal performance. ACs that haven’t been kept in top-notch condition tend to struggle most. We asked air conditioner pros and ...

Q: DEAR BT: I have a 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser with 63K. The AC will not work. It is not covered through warranty so I took it to a mechanic. He has put three compressors in it, accumulator, drier, ...

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