HOW TO PREP YOUR A/C FOR SUMMER T hough it may be tempting to turn your air conditioning on full-blast once the higher temperatures start to hit, you can save your filter during the winter too. You don’t want unfiltered air passing through your home during any season.
yourself time, energy, and money by inspecting your system before you turn it on. Follow these tips to get the most out of your central air system and keep it running efficiently all summer. Clean the Condenser Before switching your air conditioner on, walk outside and take a look at the air conditioning unit. If you covered the condenser during the winter, remove the cover. Also, remove objects or vegetation within 18 inches of the unit. It’s not a bad idea to use a hose to spray off the condenser coils and remove debris from between the fins. Once your air conditioning is on, the condenser should expel warm air. Change the Filter It’s recommended that you change your air conditioning filter once every three months, or whatever the manufacturer recommends. Using a clean, new filter ensures that you’re getting the most out of your unit. Be sure to change
Check the Drain Line Normally, the air conditioning drain line is by the indoor cooling coil, typically mounted above the furnace in the basement or garage. If you flush one cup of chlorine bleach down the drain and rinse it with a gallon of water, you can keep the drain clear through the summer. Air conditioning drain lines can get clogged with dirt, which can wreak havoc on your home. It’s recommended that you get your drain line cleaned by a professional at least once a year. Once you’ve verified that all electrical connections are on, fire up the air conditioner. Turn your thermostat to “cool” and fan to “auto.” Once you hear the system come on, listen for any irregular sounds, and make sure the condenser fan is spinning and emitting warm air. If your unit isn’t functioning correctly, give us a call at 845-256-6158. We’ll have you cool and ready for summer in no time.
INGREDIENTS OATMEAL COOKIE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES HAVE A LAUGH!
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed • 1 large egg yolk • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 4 pints ice cream (any flavor)
• 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter • 1 1/2 ounces store-bought waffle cones, lightly crushed • 1 1/2 cups oats • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 350 F. While oven is heating, cook butter in saucepan over medium heat until browned, 5–8 minutes. Scrape browned butter into a heatproof measuring cup. 2. Pulse waffle cones, oats, flour, and salt in a food processor or blender. Once cones are finely ground, add brown sugar and pulse again. 3. Whisk egg yolk, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl. 4. Add egg mixture to food processor while processing on low. Once integrated, slowly add browned butter; blend until dough forms a solid mass around blades. 5. Form dough into 26 balls and place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten cookies and bake 12–15 minutes or until edges begin to brown. 6. Let cool, then spread ice cream between cookies to make sandwiches. 7. Freeze for up to 5 days — or enjoy today!
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