Baxi Biological Contamination of Indoor Coil and Drain Pan

Strong musty or moldy smell when the Baxi air conditioner starts

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Possible Causes

Mold growth on evaporator coil, Dirty drain pan with standing water, Clogged filters, High humidity and infrequent cleaning

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Steps:

  • 1. Clean filters: Wash filters thoroughly with warm soapy water and dry completely.
  • 2. Coil cleaning: Use a foaming evaporator coil cleaner approved for air conditioners. Spray onto the coil fins and allow it to work as per instructions.
  • 3. Clean drain pan: Access the drain pan and wipe away slime and debris. Flush with a mild disinfectant solution safe for plastics.
  • 4. Dry mode: After cooling, run the unit in FAN or DRY mode for 15–30 minutes to dry the coil and reduce mold growth.

Note: Severe contamination may require professional deep cleaning.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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