Flushing AC Unit

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Old 10-08-2022, 10:45 AM
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I think the risk is damage if vinegar/bleach gets into metal parts of the HVAC drain pan.
What metal parts? The drain pipe is all PVC all the way to ground outside.
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Old 10-08-2022, 11:09 AM
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What metal parts? The drain pipe is all PVC all the way to ground outside.
Fumes that can back up into the AC unit.
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Old 10-08-2022, 11:11 AM
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Vinegar and caustic chemicals like bleach are a no no. Just flush with water and also suck it out with a wet vac. That’s all you need to do.
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