Klimaire Biological Growth on Evaporator Coil and Drain Pan

Strong musty or moldy odor when the Klimaire air conditioner starts or runs.

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Possible Causes

Dirty indoor coil with biofilm, Standing water in drain pan, Infrequent filter cleaning, High humidity and poor maintenance

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF power before cleaning. Use only non-corrosive coil cleaners approved for HVAC use.

  • Step 1 – Clean filters: Wash filters thoroughly and let them dry.
  • Step 2 – Apply coil cleaner: Remove the front panel and spray a foaming evaporator coil cleaner onto the coil fins following product instructions.
  • Step 3 – Clean drain pan: Wipe the drain pan with a mild disinfectant solution to remove slime and mold.
  • Step 4 – Run in FAN mode: After cleaning, run the unit in FAN-only mode for 30–60 minutes to dry the coil and reduce odor.
  • Step 5 – Ongoing maintenance: Clean filters monthly and consider periodic professional deep cleaning if odors return.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Indoor Evaporator Coil and Drain Pan
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