As your heat pump alters the temperature in your Coconut Creek, FL home, it’s normal for it to pass through cycles of action and rest that follow these temperature fluctuations. It’s not normal for the system to start short cycling, which is when it turns off before it can properly heat or cool your home. Read on to learn some explanations for a short-cycling heat pump.
Refrigerant Leaks
The less refrigerant there is in your heat pump, the less air it’ll move during each cycle. Hence, refrigerant leaks may artificially shorten cycles.
Malfunctioning Compressor
Your heat pump uses a compressor to put refrigerant into an extremely hot and high-pressure state. In this state, the refrigerant will be condensable.
If the compressor fails, your heat pump won’t work at all. If it merely malfunctions and works inadequately, the system may only end up performing heat transfer in fits and starts. This will manifest as short cycling.
The compressor may experience some kind of mechanical issue, or debris may prevent it from working at its full capacity. Service techns can resolve the latter problem during a maintenance checkup, but fixing the former issue demands more extensive repairs.
Excessive Size
If your heat pump is too large and powerful for your home, it may not complete a normal cycle. When a heat pump is short cycling, it can’t properly distribute heated or cool air, which causes hot or cold spots throughout your home.
Ultimately, the only lasting solution to this problem is to replace your heat pump with another that’s the correct size for your home. Sticking to the old system will only exacerbate your heat pump’s short cycling and force the system to damage itself.
If you have a short-cycling heat pump, take action to restore its normal operation. To enjoy the best heating services around Coconut Creek, FL, call SJS Mechanical LLC today.
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