Ever wonder why this piece of equipment came with no written documentation describing maintenance, operation, or warranty?
The most common model used in this building does not even appear on Skymark's website.
A serviceman told me only to use the cheapest filters available, since specialty filters impair functioning and ultimately cause the unit to fail.
He also said never to run the cooling option for prolonged periods of time, and especially not to run it on high speed for more than few minutes. The condenser can freeze up, fail, and damage your equipment and that of your neighbour below when it thaws.
Who knew?
(This was Edilcan's first installation of heat pumps.)
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I've had nothing but trouble with my heat pump, it's much too noisy which means I am potentially disturbing my neighbours because I have to turn the TV up.
After a year and 3 visits, the technician finally stopped the motor sounding like a truck, but it is still loud even with the fan on low.
Anyone else have an issue with the noise of their heat pump?
The board is aware of numerous issues with our heat pumps and is working on getting all of these resolved. In addition to leaving comments here for the benefit of others, let Anil know your unit # and specific concerns you have.
I agree about the noise. Even the fan running on low speed makes having TV on unpleasant. I run my unit as little as possible when spending time in the same room. I'd be ok with a low hum if that were achievable. Periodic rattling/vibration noises also happen, and startup and shutoff noises are startling.
As I write this, I have 2 service technicians in my unit attempting to service my A/C. The compressor has basically stopped working after performing well for the past 2 years since we moved in. The noise level is definitely unacceptable, and I found this blog post while trying to find a service manual on the Skymark website or elsewhere (unsuccessfully). We should definitely stand united on this matter. I will be sure to inform Anil about my issues.
If you want to cool your unit for free just leave your entry door ajar.
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