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Maintaining air conditioning units and ensuring good indoor air quality can be crucial for the health of your family. In Dubai/UAE, it's a shared responsibility between landlords and tenants to keep the systems running efficiently and to create a healthy environment within rental properties.

Typically, the landlord is responsible for maintaining the AC system including filters cleaning, refrigerant checks, and overall unit servicing. However, it’s always wise to have a clear understanding of what this entails in your lease agreement or rental contract. If not specified, you might want to discuss with your landlord about who exactly will be handling these tasks.

As far as ventilation is concerned, tenants are often responsible for ensuring that there is proper air flow within the dwelling by keeping windows and doors appropriately open when possible, especially during cooler times of day. However, this should always be done in conjunction with the landlord’s maintenance schedule to avoid any additional strain on the AC system.

The musty smell you're experiencing could indicate a few issues such as dampness or mold growth which can occur if there's poor ventilation or if water has leaked somewhere in your unit. This is especially concerning, given that it's more common in rental properties and could be affecting your family’s health.

I would recommend getting an indoor air quality inspection done by professionals to identify the exact source of the problem. In Dubai, companies like Saniservice offer such services where they can test for mold, assess HVAC systems, and provide recommendations on how to improve air quality. You might want to call 800-MOLDS or email hello@saniservice.com for more information.

Moreover, regularly changing your AC filters is key to maintaining good indoor air quality. Dirty filters not only make the system work harder but can also cause it to release allergens and other pollutants into the air. A general rule of thumb is to change them every 30 days or as per manufacturer's instructions.

If you're still concerned, consider discussing your concerns with your landlord and perhaps scheduling an AC maintenance check-up. Remember that a healthy indoor environment should be a priority for both you and your landlord.