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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 04:08 PM
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Unhappy Mildew smell!!!

How can you elimate the mildew smell. Everytime I turn on the air condition that yucky smell comes out then it goes away. I don't know what to do. Please help
 
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 04:12 PM
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the smell is from using "max a/c" and never allowing the a/c system to dry out. the system does need to dry out. But you can use lysol or ozium in the air intake and it will kill the odor.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 04:28 PM
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Also make sure that the drain for the evaporator housing is clear. There is always condensation there but it should drain out onto the ground.
 
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