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HVAC SYSTEM PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FORLEASED SPACE
The following components are typically found in the Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems in Miami -
Dade County buildings; each component has the typical maintenance activity and minimum frequency noted:
I. FILTERS - Applicable to all supply conditioned air to TENANT premises:
A. High -efficiency type (ASHRAE rated 85%) - preferred - changed every 2 years.
B. Electrostatic antimicrobial - minimum acceptable - cleaned every 30 days.
II. OUTSIDE AIR INTAKE - applicable on all central systems:
A. Check for cleanness and operation if motorized louvers - filter preferred - quarterly.
III. TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY - Temperature 73-78 degrees - Humidity 50-60%:
A. ASHRAE generally accepted comfort zone for South Florida.
B. Check controls and verify temperature and humidity are at or near guidelines - monthly.
IV. AIR HANDLER - Separate type or self contained in AC package unit as applicable:
A. Clean coils and check for leaks and loose connections- check quarterly.
B. Lubricate fan motors and check belts - quarterly.
C. Check air intake and exhaust - quarterly.
D. Check fan motors for overheating and vibration - quarterly.
E. Check structural frame for sturdiness - quarterly.
F. Check and clean contact points in switches - quarterly.
G. Check condensate drip pan for standing water. Clean and spray with algicide quarterly.
H. Check, remove trash, and clean condensate drain and trap - quarterly.
V. COMPRESSOR - Separate or self-contained in AC package unit as applicable:
A. Check for indication of leakage - monthly.
B. Check pressure and temperature - quarterly.
VI. PUMPS as applicable:
A. Inspect belts for damage, tension, and alignment - quarterly.
B. Check bearings and seals (motor and pump) - quarterly or semi-annually.
C. Check phase voltage and impeller - yearly.
VII. COOLING TOWER as applicable:
A. Check water level - minimum monthly - prefer weekly.
B. Check oil level in gear reducers - monthly.
C. Check for leaks and excessive noise or vibration - monthly.
D. Check water quality/chemical treatment - monthly.
VIII. BUILDING EXTERIOR:
A. Check for water infiltration into walls or above ceilings to prevent mold and mildew -
quarterly.
IX. CEILING TILES:
A. Check and replace any ceiling tile that shows water stains to prevent mold spores -
quarterly.
X. SUPPLY AND RETURN AIR DUCTS:
A. Remove ceiling diffuser and clean, check for visible sign of dirt around the opening or dirt
coming out of duct openings on supply air diffusers - yearly. if they are dirty, then clean the ducts.