Best angle to tilt a through-window air conditioner

air-conditioning

My last through-window air conditioner started smelling moldy after a year or two. Improper drainage, I guess? The instructions always say to install the air conditioner at a "slight tilt" so the water that collects will drain out the back.

But how much tilt is the right amount? My last air conditioner was tilted 2 degrees, according to a clinometer app for my phone, and it still got moldy. Should it have been 4? 5? 6?

Best Answer

The last window unit I installed stated 5 degree tilt but even this may not be enough in a dusty area where the dust collects and plugs the drain. I would follow the manufacturers requirement and if there are still problems unplug the unit and flush it every month or so to keep it free of buildup that can plug the drain.