What this usually means
Turn cooling off if water could damage ceilings, floors or equipment. A wet vacuum on an accessible exterior drain termination may help in limited cases, but it does not identify every cause.
The source should be traced before the system returns to normal operation, especially when water accompanies ice or weak airflow.
What you can safely check
- Turn cooling off
- Protect nearby finishes
- Look for ice without touching it
- Note whether a condensate pump is running
When to call a professional
Call promptly when water continues, equipment is above finished space, ice is present or the safety switch repeatedly stops cooling.
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