Water dripping of air-conditioning panels is one of the common problems of this series of air-conditioning systems. In this article of Malaysia Puya Magazine, we will discuss the important factors and solutions.

Split air conditioner is one of the most widely used air conditioning systems today. With its many advantages, many fans have been found in this industry. Wall-mounted air conditioners are more popular because of their small footprint and good performance. Therefore, they use this series of equipment to provide air conditioning for buildings in different spaces. The wall-mounted air conditioner is composed of two independent parts, the outdoor unit or condenser is located outside the environment, and the indoor unit is installed on the indoor wall. You may have encountered the problem of dripping water on the inner panel, so that you can find the cause and solution. Below we will explain the 5 reasons and solutions for the dripping of the air conditioner panel.

What is the reason for the dripping of the inner panel of the air conditioner

It is best to look at the performance of the air conditioner first to better understand the problem. The air conditioner is composed of different parts, each part has its own function, and finally the air conditioner is provided through the coordination between these performances. One of the most important components in these systems is the compressor, which is filled with refrigerant gas in the chamber. When the air conditioner starts to work, the compressor compresses the refrigerant gas and converts it into liquid as needed, and the water tank in the built-in device guides the liquid to the evaporator through the drain pipe, that is, the inner panel. The temperature generated by the liquid is then transmitted to the interior of the room by the blower inside the unit through the valve and damper of the air conditioner, and the cycle continues. As the panel fan releases cold air, it removes excess moisture from the environment and turns it into water droplets. The excess water collected from the crack is transferred to the drain pipe through the drainage ditch in the panel. But sometimes it may be difficult for the collected water to flow out of the panel and cause overflow and dripping of the gas cooler panel, which we will discuss below. Equally important, the Mapuya Engineering Technology Group introduced more information about the system.

Drain pan outlet closed (cooler stud)

Inside the air conditioner panel is a plate called a drain pan. The water droplets are collected in the tray and guided outward by the studs. One of the factors for the dripping of the air conditioner panel may be blocking the water outlet channel in the drain pan. Some factors such as dust, cement in the tray, and carpet fluff block the water outlet path, so moisture overflows from the panel and drips from the panel. There are two solutions to this problem, but it should be noted that not all interior panels are designed and built in the same way, and the way to enter the unit is different. First, the bottom valve of the panel can be kept open 70 degrees upwards, so you can clean the stud outlet. If you want to clean the drain pipe in this way, you should consider raising the panel too high to cause it to crack. Another way to block the stud is to open the front panel of the inner panel and clean the pipe and outlet stud with a suitable tool. Be careful when opening the front panel of the panel, because if the door or frame of the frame breaks, in addition to the ugliness of the panel, it will also produce unpleasant noise during operation.

Wrong position of drain outlet

Another reason for the dripping of the air conditioner panel is the wrong position of the drain pipe. The pipes are made of compressed plastic, so they are very flexible. Sometimes the pipes may bend and the water cannot drain well. Some panels do not allow the drain pipe to exit due to the distance from the window and the external space, so users use it in the barrel or bottle under the panel. In this case, the bucket or bottle may be full and the water will no longer overflow into the container, but will overflow. So it is best to leave the bucket permanently empty. Another common cause of water dripping from the inner panel of an air conditioner is not observing the slope of the drain hose. The slope of the drain pipe needs to be adjusted appropriately to guide the water collected in the drain pipe to the outside space. If this slope is not observed correctly, the water will be difficult to drain, in this case, water may drip from the panel.

The place where the equipment is wet is the gutter frame or the tray in the drain pipe. Sometimes, due to improper installation of the indoor unit or unbalanced fans, the air conditioner vibrates greatly during operation, causing the tray to break. In this case, if the gutter pipe is working properly and directs the water droplets to flow out, some water will drip out of the tray. And it can be said that one of the reasons for the dripping of the air conditioner panel is that the frame is broken. After purchasing the air conditioner, it is best to install and operate it by experts and technicians to prevent this problem as much as possible.

Insufficient gas in compressor

The compressor is one of the main components of the air conditioner, and its interior is filled with refrigerant gas. Top brands in this industry, such as green air conditioners, care enough about compressors. The compressor is responsible for compressing the gas and turning it into a liquid. The generated liquid is transferred to the inner plate through the mouthpiece, thereby transferring the generated cold temperature to the inside. And this cycle keeps repeating. When the amount of refrigerant gas is lower than the standard level, the rotation cycle of the equipment will be disturbed, causing the evaporator fins to thaw. This problem will touch or turn off the air conditioner as soon as it is turned on, and will cause dripping and watering of the air conditioner panel.

No suitable insulation cover is used

The indoor and outdoor air conditioning units are connected to each other through copper pipes, and heat exchange is performed through the copper pipes. The refrigerant gas in the compressor loses part of its heat after condensing and becomes liquid, which is transported to the evaporator through these pipes. The liquid passing through the pipe is cold and the temperature outside is low. Therefore, due to the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the pipe, some water condenses and collects on the pipe under the inner plate. Therefore, it can be said that the water droplets collected on the pipe will cause the water cooler panel to drip. We recommend that you use appropriate insulating materials to prevent sweating and eventually dripping.

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