Failure to Maintain Air Conditioner Per Manufacturer's Instructions
Penalty
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Summary
A deficiency was identified when a room air conditioning unit used by a resident was found to have a filter that was gray with dust and had not been cleaned, despite the manufacturer's instructions requiring cleaning every two weeks. Observations confirmed that the air conditioning unit was in use and vented outside through the window, and the resident's room was significantly cooler than other rooms. The Maintenance Director acknowledged that the filter had not been cleaned and confirmed the manufacturer's maintenance requirements. The resident reported using the air conditioning unit within the past two weeks, and the lack of filter cleaning was verified through both observation and staff interview.