Deep cleaning Fujitsu mini split heat pump

[@bccustomdesign2745]

Hey they Bangor! (I'm a couple hours south in Lisbon). The guy who installed ours told me they would never need cleaning, just the filters. I was skeptical. Now, several years later...boy do they need it! Thanks for this video!

[@gobluebalter]

This video helped me a lot. I have a fujitsu mini split that appears to be the exact same one. Just got finished cleaning the head with the help of this video. Hopefully when I turn it back on, it not only works but the smell I was experiencing will be gone.

[@robertotalavera7970]

Really enjoyed watching his work. Overall, it's the proper and efficient way to to clean a unit. Watched a few videos, i like this one alot. Good work man!

[@benschmolze1266]

What a pro. Good to see someone taking pride in their work.

[@wm6549]

This is what happens when you put a camera on someone the whole time and tell them you will show the world. 😅😅

[@debraalbrecht1727]

FANTASTIC job sir! Thank you SO much - feeling confident that I can tackle this :)

[@Drkayb]

Excellent video, guys. Got the exact same unit and this will help when I service it.

[@PressuredSpeechBand]

Came here to learn how to clean these. Learning that I too live in Maine I may just call them to come clean it cause they do a great cleaning job!

[@blackletter2591]

What a capable young man. Very impressive.

[@russellsdrumsandeverythingelse]

Great job on the cleaning and sanitizing .

[@jimmys511]

Wow great video thanks for sharing I have mold in one of my units I will get that inhibitor spray after cleaning thank you

[@AmpedBud2988]

I came here to find out how to do this exact thing. Lols like I can DIM! Thanks for the vid. And I’m just down the river a few miles.

[@Clouds12012]

In a van down by the river

[@michaeltobin905]

I was a dealer and installer for that brand!! Great product, and very nice video... That will be $185.00 for the cleaning in Southern New Hampshire thank you!!! Nice job

[@buzoff4642]

$185?!? Ridiculous!

[@MrSprintcat]

@@buzoff4642 ridiculous buzz off what do you think people do things for free. Time cost money we're not putting a puzzle together over here

[@buzoff4642]

@@MrSprintcat Free, no, a fabrication by you. I've no problem discerning between making a living and making a killing.

[@wyadav]

@@buzoff4642 I was just charged $1200 by EconoWest in Santa Barbara, CA for cleaning our 3 mini splits. Also, they didn't do nearly as thorough of a job and our blower wheel still has grime all over it. So I would have been thrilled with $185 per mini split. Apparently I got a really bad deal.

[@markdadian3323]

I'm trying to clean a Fujitsu ASU 36 RLXB, but I can't get the cover off. Can you give me a tip? Messed up in Meredith.

[@salimanton9518]

Njöt verkligen av att titta på hans arbete. Sammantaget är det det korrekta och effektiva sättet att rengöra en enhet. Såg några videos, jag gillar den här mycket. Bra jobbat man!

[@sunoklee4171]

Hi, Very impressive cleaning . Where do you get the water catching ckear plastic bag ?

[@TrevorHeathPhotography]

Dustin did a very thorough job that's for sure. I have a similar-looking unit down here in New Zealand but mine has some differences, maintenance advice has only ever been to take the filters out and vacuumed them, then maybe also wash them if they are very dirty but I find a light vacuum is all that's needed - However, never have I seen info about applying a cleaner and hosing off the internal unit as is shown here. Ours is normally a dust vacuum before and during Summer, say each month or so - this includes a vacuum of the removed filters and then a vacuum of the body of the unit where possible. The 'radiator' is quite fragile and the blades can bend easily so care needs to be taken of course - same also applies before and during Winter - other than that the machine isn't used. Our climate is deemed temperate I believe as it doesn't snow here and Summer only gets up to around 30 - 32C max at times (around 86 - 90 Fahrenheit) My Fujitsu has an electrostatic additional filter (a green rectangular filter) this part wasn't on this unit so I'm unsure if my unit can be hosed off or not. I'm now assuming actually with the correct preparation it can be physically washed like this one. I've never seen this method of cleaning - man, it's very thorough that's for sure! I will need to do more research now - Dustin man, you did a really great job! It's great to see someone who obviously takes pride in their work! 👍 That's a commendable trait that seems to have been missed by many people these days.

[@Toorakable]

Kia ora, also researching how to deep clean our Fujitsu Asta 18lcc installed 2008. Have lived here last 3 yrs and only cleaned the filters once oops! Have you seen the cost of replacing the air and deodorising filters in NZ! At least 300 bucks for a pair of each. Ironically the manual instructs not to wash but too bad cause I have and Dustin obviously did. I suspect mine are in need of replacing but the cost is prohibitive imho. Not sure I'm game to attack the inside unit with water but may dismantle to get right inside. All the best with yours 😊

[@dsdgdsfegfeg]

New Zealand ... yuck. Can't you stay off the internet? You people are the worst

[@trevinhudson4815]

Thanks for sharing but I have one question what's the name of the plastic you put around the unit ? To prevent the water from messing up the area around .

[@tammyboutilier8989]

Thanks so much for showing this very helpful

[@JohnBaker3000]

Nice. Thank-you!

[@filk2300]

Thanks for video. Do you know where I can buy replacement gear for the unit?

[@86ShutterBug]

I have a mini split in a room with my parrots, wondering if those products would be safe to use around birds because they are very sensitive

[@aglynn4531]

Now that was a deep & thorough cleaning. Excellent Job! Bonus with the nice handsome young man doing it.

[@lordjaashin]

stop objectifying men! apologize now!

[@gatiyo18]

Una pregunta saludos de Guatemala. Que clase de bomba es esa que utilizas?? Es algún compresor pequeño ??

[@odarrien]

Very informative. Are there household items that can be used as deodoriser and cold inhibitors after rinsing the unit?

[@MrRocco929]

Hello any reference for the plastic bag that collects the drained water? TX

[@DailyProg]

Amazing video. Do you know if the outside unit has a filter that needs to be changed ?

[@herbcrosby]

The outside unit does not have a filter.

[@rosshemara6591]

liked the machine and cleaning products. Cleaning procedure bit complicated but will get better in time

[@sm9104]

I really need this man do this big job in my house here in Australia

[@sli1ownzu]

I just did mine same as the video. Squeaky clean now. Give it a go. Im in Melbourne btw ;-)

[@DanielShapiroPhoto]

This is great! Don't you have to set all the splits running on that compressor to heat before you go to 88 degrees to dry it?

[@erikofthenorse]

I'm in the presque isle area and wondering if getting a service done like this will help fix our "dirty sock syndrome"

[@memarylove9180]

Thank you for sharing , where did you get that plastic thing to clean the system

[@MrSprintcat]

Johnstone Supply has the kit

[@Ravip80]

This is what I need for my units in NYC.

[@joecohen7334]

It cost me 500 per unit, they had to take out the drum wheel to clean it,

[@hamuerahura3940]

Have you got a brand name for your battery opperated waterpump? Bloody impressive, I want one

[@portapottyflipper6957]

Alright, how do you get the cover off

[@infnity_in_trinity6034]

How did he get the cover off from the top have the same unit and can't even get the 1st step accomplished =(

[@waynebrown3430]

Regarding the two small rectangular filters, one is blue and the other is beige. The Fujitsu manual states you can carefully clean the blue filter for up to three years. The other beige filter is called the Apple Catechin filter cannot be cleaned. It has to be replaced at 3 month intervals. It is very expensive for what it is. Something like $50.00 - $75.00 for that small filter. If you wash or clean it it will no longer work as intended. At that price I can see why they rather clean it. You can buy aftermarket filters for a way lower price but they don't function the way Apple Catechin filters work to remove bacteria and virus's. Either way the Mini split will still function.

[@AndrexT]

That was very interesting and he did a really thorough job. Can you send Dustin up to Canada please, the motorized door at the bottom on mine doesn't open either :>D

[@ronmcgee1235]

Where do you get the plastic shield that you put up to protect the wall and direct the dirty water down?

[@herbcrosby]

This mini-split bib came from Speedclean. You can see more detail and part number in this newer video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2m7aJ97ftyUhrc

[@MrSprintcat]

It's nice to see that you can get people to come out to your house and do an honest job and give you an honest day's pay. You know in this day and age people are ripping everybody off. And I'm sure the cost of insurance materials gasoline workman's compensation. I'm sure the hundred and eighty-five dollars is Justified. He's probably got $60 just in chemicals

[@danas3765]

I'm moving into an apartment with this kind of AC unit ( two actually ). I planned on cleaning it myself but after watching this, I know I don't have the proper tools to do a thorough job.

[@mamaaru1721]

Thank-you for sharing...😊

[@MT-xy7fw]

How often and which region of usa you in?

[@kvrgakvrgic2795]

Cleaning and disinfection of the condensate hose? Why lots of people skip this part.

[@stevegeiger2193]

Why didn't you clean the condensate drain hose? I need to see how that hose hooks in. My drain is plugged and I cannot see how to access that hose to the outside.

[@tinben8611]

That was definitely a pro video.

[@BobC59]

Blew right past getting the cover off. I have screws out, but it still won't come off. Seems attached at top right(?). Any thoughts?

[@thrivermedias1880]

Me also. So annoying. Did u figure it out?

[@BobC59]

@@thrivermedias1880 I did, but I am embarrassed to admit I don't remember how at this point. (All I seem to recall is there being some hooks or something up top close to the wall). l The issue for me is that mine was leaking inside due to a drain clog. I was able to clear it by using a portable compressor and blowing back into the drain line from outside. FYI: I first tried this with a shop vac reversed to "blow". Several tries and no luck. It took the intense burst and power of a portable compressor -- like one you would use to fill car tires or operate a nail gun. Worked like a charm and it's been fine ever since. Good luck, and so sorry I can't remember how I was able to remove the whole shroud.

[@Froggability]

Don’t bother to clean the back section of evaporator coil??

[@kilnprabu]

great job, where can i get the attachment which you used in the fins

[@herbcrosby]

Thanks for you email. MAC Heatpumps in Bangor did this cleaning. Do not know what brand of cleaning bib they used, but several are available online. Here is a typical one: www.totalhomesupply.com/p/speedclean-msb-kit-mini-split-bib-kit-units-up-to-44-wide?gclid=Cj0KCQjw3qzzBRDnARIsAECmrypuFEMeh1Ta4fcgBV9h-Fm_3jz_uAUSvFHAhW1Dr3L2Zx3ngspiNX8aAqU9EALw_wcB

[@kilnprabu]

@@herbcrosby bent device where can I get it

[@barrymcgowan6739]

You didn't show the full process of taking the cover off. What good is the video when you leave steps out?

[@ryanmcleod972]

I'm game to have a go at different kinds of DIY but I just don't know if I'm keen on waterblasting my electric appliances, and then switching them on to dry...

[@TheRycooder]

Thanks for sharing. I need to have it done, I've been getting sinus issues from the mold I believe. Do you mind saying what the cleaning cost, was it under $100. THANKS SO MUCH for the video !!

[@herbcrosby]

This cleaning cost $140 from MAC Heat Pumps in Bangor, Maine. They did a great job.

[@joecohen7334]

@@herbcrosby I got beat up for 500 per unit in NYC, they didnt spray it, they took it apart and hosed it down outside.

[@TheSum09mer]

@@joecohen7334 Let me know the next time you need it done. Thats outrageous. www.coolcleanac.com

[@zstidsen]

I'm in MA. I get 250-300 per head, depending on location and condition. If you look at the cost of supplies, labor, vehicle, insurance, etc. you can't do it for less than that and expect to turn a profit.

[@ginettecourchesne8225]

Mine is right under the ceiling, will water be sprayed on the ceiling and make stains?

[@herbcrosby]

Should be no problem. Cleaning water goes into a catch bib attached to the heat pump and is drained into a bucket below. About a gallon of water is used.

[@gonzaleznadia2]

Finally got it up and running. The only delays we had was because we realized we needed some extra parts (I’ll list that below) kzbin.infoUgkxihMYiJNXcHdbH-7ihymsLz61l7jVyb5O . So we have a loft where our current hvac just couldn’t seem to keep cool during the summer. We have been using a window unit since we bought this house over 6 years ago (all the houses in this neighborhood were built in the 80’s and majority of the houses built like ours use a window unit). I hate window units because they are just so noisy and the one we had really only cools one side of the loft. I had contemplated upgrading our current HVAC, but with all the rising prices these days, it would take years before saving up enough to do that. With the advice of my father-in-law (used to run an HVAC business), he recommended we get an inverter instead. We thought we bought everything we needed, but there were just a few other parts we didn’t anticipate needing (which is what caused most of our delay). My friend and father-in-law did all the work to get it installed and running and now we have nice cool air circulating nicely throughout the entire loft. It is very quiet and even the outside unit is much quieter than our main HVAC unit. Saved ourselves thousands getting this.

[@birolcelebi7678]

Can you help me.I want to buy mechanik.Where can I buy in Turkey?

[@tommys2979]

Hey, fellow mainers! Is that really the only way to clean the blower part? No way to take it apart? Id rather not use a pressure washer inside my house let alone something with electrical stuff.

[@kenfewell4200]

The blower wheels get clogged. How do you clean them?

[@dennisligma4958]

I bought a cordless little pressure washer like he had and clean mine like he did here. Its a pain in the ass but necessary.

[@gan3090]

Just curious, Is he not able to take out the blower wheel to clean it? I have the same AC.

[@fitman4u]

With this particular model the blower wheel is not removable.

[@Avid_Reader]

I have a Fujitsu, and the blower wheel is not removable.

[@joansparky4439]

I did remove the blower wheel on mine twice in 8 years.. it's doable. Disconnect power from the unit and when the cover is off proceed to disassemble it, mostly on the right hand side the electrical connections that go inside, one being the motor. At some point its possible to lift out the wheel-motor assembly (it's one part) for cleaning. Takes about 30-40mins first time to do that.

[@gailmoody2639]

What is the price to do this cleaning?

[@MrJackthePirate]

Kind of pressure washer is that? Great job!

[@jakemor5433]

SpeedClean CJ-125 Portable CoilJet Coil Condenser Evaporator Cleaner

[@christesterman]

Mostly good though he didn't open the top of the outside unit and spray cleaning foam in it but that maintenance could cost extra and he opted out of it.

[@ericpowell9924]

What do you charge for this service? Hour and fifteen per head so if you were to do a deep clean on a 3 head system does your company charge a standard hourly or do you charge per head in need of deep clean?

[@herbcrosby]

This was done by a local firm several years ago. Believe they charged about $150 for one head.

[@jeleesatoves4347]

Where did you get that portable water sprayer?

[@herbcrosby]

The work was done by MAC Heat Pumps and they perhaps can give more information. This batter powered unit worked great. The plastic bib to contain spray water is important.

[@herbcrosby]

This looks like a similar unit available from Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B07L6XV6CZ/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07L6XV6CZ&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMzROUUpBWloyWThMJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODU0OTgyU0VCTUE2UTJGR0MzJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4OTg0NTA0T1Y0SFpBVFdWQjAmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWwmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

[@dallimamma]

herbcrosby ::: He was very professional, thorough and careful! I hope you tipped well!

[@caseysimon6357]

$833.00 😳

[@jakemor5433]

@@herbcrosby SpeedClean CJ-125 Portable CoilJet Coil Condenser Evaporator Cleaner

[@fitman4u]

The first time I did mine it took me 3 hours....lol Of course it didn't help that I had almost no idea of what I was doing. I'm a pro now...

[@Tj-yg8hs]

Why am I watching this? Oh yeah I can't sleep and it's 3 am so yeah why not?

[@joshtraill6101]

That is not deep cleaning a split system! That was a quick clean, to do that job correctly the drain pan and blower wheel need to be removed from the unit. This takes extra time but the result is much better.

[@Avid_Reader]

Good luck trying to remove the blower wheel from a Fujitsu.

[@lisaw7226]

Mine stopped working. I already had to replace it after 12 month lease, my tenant just moved out and it worked for 3days and it won't work! Even though I made it perfectly clear multiple times that the air filters need to be kept clean, it's the dirtiest looking thing.Ive ever seen! Any advice?

[@saved217]

@@Avid_Reader I have seen it removed easily.

[@Avid_Reader]

@@saved217 Nice try, but no you haven't. They aren't even designed to be removed from a Fujitsu. Other brands yes, but not a Fujitsu.

[@saved217]

@@Avid_Reader O but I have. By the guy who has cleaned mine.

[@mactcampbell]

Does this process clean the blower wheel?

[@fitman4u]

yes it does

[@joansparky4439]

not properly, no. He'd have to take more apart on the right hand side and take the wheel-motor assembly out for doing that properly.. but even then there will still be mold in any of the three evaporators in places that are not reachable with those parts having to stay put (and they corrode). I've done the wheel + evaporators on mine twice in 8 years and it's needed again (smells).

[@moss8448]

my 2018 model Fujitsu looks totally different and none of the screws are shown as in this post...grrr.

[@mhamedlakehal6089]

That's interesting any one doing this job in Laval city Quebec

[@spacavento]

Apparently I have a cracked water pan, is that something that can be fixed?

[@lordjaashin]

yes. try to use water proof epoxy

[@spacavento]

@@lordjaashin like flex seal?

[@lordjaashin]

@@spacavento I'd go with jb weld waterweld

[@kevinerickson2595]

Excellent job , I know what it takes having done this before

[@jsmith6259]

Anyone get the brand name of the pressure washer he was using???

[@joshtraill6101]

Speedclean coiljet made in the USA

[@michaelwdane4316]

where is the part about removing the cover?? The screws come out easily the cover does NOT.

[@michaelwdane4316]

There are three hook type clips that must be disengaged along the top near the wall. the center one is easy. Once you see that one you understand how the other two work. The one on the left isnt too bad but the one on the right is a bear. Good luck. and I could not find this simple bit of information anywhere else on the web.

[@MrSprintcat]

Yup

[@KarenBasset]

Can you tell me how much you paid for this service? thanks for the video!

[@herbcrosby]

This cleaning cost $140 in 2019.

[@KarenBasset]

@@herbcrosby Thank you!

[@salpiccillo3408]

Why didn't you remove the blower wheel to properly clean it?

[@joansparky4439]

takes longer and actually isn't the most dirty part.. the mold/etc. that is "growing" between the 3 different evaporator coils/fins + corrosion in there and the inability to get those pieces outside for a proper cleaning/inspection is what is making cleaning any of those devices a Sisyphus job.

[@kennylowsiangtung5776]

Hi mate where can I buy the potable jet spray

[@hamuerahura3940]

Did you get a reply? I thought it was pretty impressive. I want one 😂

[@jakemor5433]

@@hamuerahura3940 SpeedClean CJ-125 Portable CoilJet Coil Condenser Evaporator Cleaner

[@sabretooth1hamster]

I would have liked to be shown how to open it. It's not obvious!

[@jgfontanez8873]

If it's this dirty can this be the cause of it not blowing hot or cold air?

[@herbcrosby]

A clogged air filter will certainly reduce the air flow rates. Easy to clean the filter and check. We lean our filter every 3 months, very easy to do.

[@jgfontanez8873]

@herbcrosby I just cleaned everything up like you did and still no hot air 😒

[@herbcrosby]

My older car had this problem because of a. slow refrigerant leak. Recharging the refrigerant solved this problem for a year or so. Better to find and fix the leak.

[@jgfontanez8873]

@@herbcrosby thank you!

[@thePattyAnn]

OMG I didn't know cleaning these things is so involved. I bought a dual system. My house is dusty. I didn't know what I was in for.

[@ericvonderlinden8938]

I've been a big fan of these units and sadly neglected to properly clean them; my local service company quoted me 3 hours per unit! Very happy to have seen this video. Now for really bad news, I have 8 indoor units and 4 outdoor units to clean the next few weekends. Guess I'm going to get VERY good at it and I'll happily retain the $2-3k it was going to cost me.

[@atiqulny]

We can call him Dust-out (not Dust-in)

[@aleenr4425]

😊

[@mikefixac]

Good job. Mike here living in SoCal. My last name is Crosby. Lots of family from Machias and Whiting. We could be related. Do you use the heat pump more for heat or AC?

[@herbcrosby]

Thanks Mike for your comments. We use our heat pump almost entirely for heating. It nicely replaces a wood stove we formerly used. Our electricity is 80% renewable here in Maine so heat pumps are a great fit.

[@vipconstrictors1798]

Thanks but its not deep cleaning. Deep cleaning is when you remove the blowing wheel.... If you can share how to do that with Fujitsu it will be helpful

[@fitman4u]

The blower wheel in this model is not removable.

[@ericmenz6450]

They are all removable, you just have to take more screws out.

[@thrivermedias1880]

So then please explain.

[@joansparky4439]

how: disconnect power and then keep removing screws, unhook cables mostly on the right side until the black pan part can come out (unit needs to be levered off the wall at the bottom a bit for this).. then the wheel-motor thing can come out and be cleaned - also gives better access to the evaporator coils, but still not possible to make this like-new, as corrosion and mold sits in places that one can see but not really clean. Did this on my Fuji twice in 8 years and need to do again.

[@brigitteburkett5331]

What do you charge for a job like that?! We have one and it desperately needs done.

[@herbcrosby]

This cleaning cost $140 from MAC Heat Pumps in Bangor, Maine. They did a great job.

[@dant9944]

where did you get the cover bag from?

[@herbcrosby]

Unsure, this work was down by our local installer.

[@richardmckrell4899]

Don't use a cordless drill, it's just plastic.

[@bbbonesss]

Came to see how the front panel is removed. They edited that part out 😅

[@herbcrosby]

Just posted a more detailed video showing how to remove the cover: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2m7aJ97ftyUhrc

[@Lengsel7]

WHY DIDN'T YOU SHOW HOW TO GET THE COVER OFF?

[@marthaberger3224]

He spiked the top cover

[@golfmajor847]

Video was a good overview of a Fujitsu-specific unit. Would have been much more instructive if the technician actually performing the work was equipped with the microphone instead of the cameraman. It was difficult to hear some of what the technician was saying.

[@edmondmartin9004]

Good video however the audio is really not good.

[@frankyhenderson8073]

No ones gonna say that he sprayed the 2 accessory filters

[@natehicks8939]

He really didn’t do anything for the inverter. He should have removed the top of the unit and taken the fan guard off and brushed down the heat sink and flush out the coil and bottom pan.

[@pepegapapaya]

Can you do this to my lungs? :(:

[@MB-zk7pz]

Dam that sucks if the home owner was like hey can i record u.

[@joansparky4439]

why? that's how people learn from each other?

[@NoOne-qx4xv]

According to the Fujitsu manual ( holland) the 2 little filters should not be washed but replaced. These filters are, i guess then, impregnated and that should be the reason.By the way these 2 little filters cost a fortune and hardly nowhere to get, so i just let them in. One is for bad smell and one for germs. Does anyone for sure know wether they can be washed or not?

[@joansparky4439]

they are "worn out" after 6 months and useless.. and yeah, no source, not even for the "catechin" to dip them in and refresh them. The mold+corrosion going on in these units renders those little pieces of cloth a joke anyway - I've had mine apart twice in 8 years (wheel+motor inclusive) to clean and there is spots where it's impossible to clean mold+corrosion.

[@danielhough6818]

Why not show how to get the housing off?

[@danielhough6818]

Disregard. Best video, thanks.

[@AdrieKooijman]

Pitty that you don't show how to remove the outer cover!

[@herbcrosby]

Just posted a more detailed video showing how to remove the cover: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2m7aJ97ftyUhrc

[@jonathanlapierre5254]

No need to turn the breaker off never ??

[@joansparky4439]

yeah, that's step 0

[@ricVEVO]

The electronics should be covered with plastic before spraying water.just saying

[@wariow]

he didn't remove the blower wheel to clean?

[@herbcrosby]

No, the fan spray on the pressure washer is apparently designed to reach in there.

[@richardmckrell4899]

never like an explanation that includes "apparently". lol

[@biggils8894]

wariow Behind the wheel is also where all the Mould sits. You can’t clean it with the blower wheel still there. Also the blower wheel needs to be brushed, no chemical will get rid of standing Mould. It needs to be removed just like a toothbrush in your mouth. Lazy!

[@sherirottweilersforever7772]

Biggils mine was so disgusting no way could it have been left in there and gotten very clean.