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<p class="has-text-align-center lg:px-32 mt-0 has-white-color has-text-color has-text-18-leading-7-font-size">Every homeowner should know how to spot serious trouble and know when to call an expert for help. Follow these helpful tips to get the most out of your heat pump and save on energy.</p>

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How to take care of your packaged system for peak performance

<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-28-font-size" id="how-to-take-care-of-your-packaged-system-for-peak-performance" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:700">How to take care of your packaged system for peak performance</h2>

Depending on the configuration of your packaged system, it may include an air conditioner, heat pump, furnace or air handler. You should follow the recommended <a href="/residential/en/resources/maintenance-tips/">maintenance schedule</a> for each of these systems. <strong>We recommend scheduling a professional service check once before heating season, and again before cooling season.</strong>

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">Depending on the configuration of your packaged system, it may include an air conditioner, heat pump, furnace or air handler. You should follow the recommended <a href="/residential/en/resources/maintenance-tips/">maintenance schedule</a> for each of these systems. <strong>We recommend scheduling a professional service check once before heating season, and again before cooling season.</strong></p>

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Packaged system maintenance schedule

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<p>Every homeowner should know how to spot serious trouble and know when to call an expert for help. Follow these helpful tips to get the most out of your heat pump and save on energy.</p>

Packaged system dealer checklist

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How to extend the life of your packaged system

<p>While most packaged system preventative maintenance should be performed by an HVAC expert, there are a few basic maintenance tasks you can perform without the help of your local dealer — assuming of course your unit is installed at ground level.</p>

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Understanding your packaged system

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">Packaged systems are an all-in-one HVAC solution perfect for homes where space is limited. A packaged HVAC system has all your heating and cooling components housed in one single cabinet. They’re usually located on the roof or in a garage. Packaged systems can be configured several ways based on your needs. Trane packaged systems include:</p>

Packed system troubleshooting tips

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">Here a few common problems and quick fixes to try if your packaged system isn’t working properly.</p>

<p class="ml-8 has-text-16-font-size"><strong>Problem:</strong>&nbsp;Low air flow.<br><strong>Solution:</strong>&nbsp;Check your filters. They probably need to be cleaned or replaced.</p>

<p class="ml-8 has-text-16-font-size"><strong>Problem:</strong>&nbsp;AC or heat not working.<br><strong>Solution:</strong>&nbsp;Check that your thermostat is set to cool or heat (especially if it’s the first time using it).</p>

<p class="has-text-16-font-size">For more packaged system troubleshooting tips, check out our <a href="/residential/en/resources/troubleshooting/packaged-systems/">packaged system troubleshooting</a> guide.</p>

Packaged system owner’s guide

<p>For specific tips and details about how to maintain and service your air conditioner, visit our <a href="/residential/en/resources/owners-guides/">User Guides</a> page. You’ll find details and helpful information for all our packaged systems. (<a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/gas-electric-packaged-systems/xl16c-packaged-gas-electric/">XL16c Gas/Electric</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/earthwise-hybrid-dual-fuel-packaged-systems/xl16c-earthwise-hybrid/">XL16c EarthWise™</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/heat-pump-packaged-systems/xl16c-packaged-heat-pump/">XL16c Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/heat-pump-packaged-systems/xl15c-packaged-heat-pump/">XL15c Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/gas-electric-packaged-systems/xr14c-packaged-gas-electric/">XL14c Gas/Electric</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/earthwise-hybrid-dual-fuel-packaged-systems/xl14c-earthwise-hybrid/">XL14c EarthWise™</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/heat-pump-packaged-systems/xr14c-all-in-one-heat-pump/">XL14c Heat Pump</a>, <a href="/residential/en/products/packaged-systems/air-conditioner-packaged-systems/xr14c-packaged-ac-system/">XR14c Air Conditioner</a>).</p>

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