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"Why AC Water Is Unsafe to Drink
Biological Growth:
The cooling coils and drip pans inside an AC unit are dark and damp, making them ideal breeding grounds for mould, fungus, algae, and harmful bacteria (including Legionella).
Dust and Debris:
The water washes over airborne dust, pollen, pet dander, and microscopic dirt particles collected by the system.
Chemical and Metal Residues:
Internal components may contain heavy metals like lead from solder, or the system might carry chemical residues from cleaning spray"