Air conditioner - Replacing the relay

Difficulty: Moderate
Estimated time: ± 15 minutes

Want to replace the relay of your air conditioner but not sure how? No worries, with our instruction video or written step-by-step guide, you'll have it fixed in no time.  

Instruction video

Step-by-step plan

Always first:

  • Unplug from the power outlet.

1. Remove the casing

First, unscrew the screws on the front and sides. Then remove the filter from the appliance. Next, unscrew all the screws at the back. Remove the water stop if needed. Carefully lift the casing and take it off.

2. Remove the old relay

Remove the cover from the motherboard and disconnect the cables to the relay. Then unscrew the relay and take it out.

3. Install the new relay

Place the new relay where the old one was and screw it back in. Reconnect all cables in the right spots. Put the cover back on the motherboard and screw it in.

4. Put the casing back

Put the casing back on the appliance. Tighten all screws at the back, sides, and front. Replace the filter and reinstall the water stop if needed.

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