Comfortmaker Biological Growth in Evaporator Coil or Drain Pan

Comfortmaker system emits a musty or moldy odor when running.

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Possible Causes

Dirty evaporator coil, Standing water in the drain pan, Poor filtration, High indoor humidity.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power to the air handler before cleaning.

Steps:

  • Inspect coil and pan: Remove the access panel and look for slime or mold on the coil and in the pan.
  • Clean coil: Use an approved foaming coil cleaner suitable for Comfortmaker evaporator coils.
  • Disinfect drain pan: Clean the pan with a mild bleach solution (if compatible) and flush the drain line.
  • Improve filtration: Install a higher-quality filter and replace it regularly.
  • Consider UV light: Have a technician install a UV germicidal lamp near the coil to reduce growth.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Evaporator Coil and Drain Pan
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