Air Conditioning Tips & Tricks: Tips for an air conditioning system

On this page we will give everyone a couple of tips and simple steps can save a lot of money when it comes to running your air conditioner. A little planning before installing your air conditioner will save energy and money.

Try setting the thermostat between 72 ° F and 78 ° F. Each degree setting below 78 ° F will increase energy consumption by about 8%. As you can see, which can add up to a lot of money for a year.

Inspect and clean both inside and outside AC Heating coils. The indoor coil of your air conditioner acts as a magnet for dust because it is constantly wet during the summer. The accumulation of dirt in the indoor coil is the most common cause of poor performance. The outdoor coil must also be checked periodically for dust and clean if necessary.

Check refrigerant charge. The fluid circulating in your air conditioner is a special refrigerant gas that is created when the system is installed. If the system is overloaded or undercharged with refrigerant will not work correctly. You may need a contractor to check the fluid and adjust appropriately.
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bathrooms and small kitchen fans when using the air conditioning system.

Reduce the cooling load by using conservation measures of profitability. For example, effectively shade east and west windows. When possible, delay heat-generating activities, such as dishwasher or oven, until the evening, in hot weather.
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not , use a dehumidifier at the same time your air conditioner is running. The dehumidifier will increase the cooling load and force the air conditioner to work harder, increasing your electric bill.

more during the cooling season, keep the house closed tightly during the day. Do not let the heat and unwanted moisture. If possible, ventilate at night either naturally or with fans.
Room air conditioners

unit must be level when installed, so that the drainage system and other mechanisms operate efficiently. If possible, install the unit in the northern area in the shadow of your home or on the east side. Direct solar radiation in the heat exchanger unit reduces the external heat efficiency of almost 10%. You can plant trees and shrubs to shade the air conditioner, but do not block the airflow.

Set the fan speed on high, except on days with high humidity. When humidity is high, adjust the fan speed on low for comfort. The low speed in case of rain will cool your home better and remove more moisture from the air due to the slow movement of air through the cooling system. Consider using an interior fan in conjunction with your window air conditioner to spread the cooled air effectively at home without much increase in electricity consumption.

Adjust your air conditioner thermostat as high as possible in the comfort of summer. The lower temperature difference between inside and outside, the lower your total bill will be cooling. And do not set your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn the air conditioning. It will not cool your home faster and could result in excessive cooling and therefore unnecessary expense.

not place lamps or TV sets near your air conditioner thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from these appliances, which can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.

proper maintenance of your air conditioner also saves energy. Be sure to do the following:

1. At the beginning of each cooling season, check the seal between the air conditioner and window frame to make sure it is in contact with metal casing of the unit. Moisture can damage the seal, allowing cool air outside your home.

2. Check the air filter in your unit once a month and clean or replace filters as necessary. Keeping the filter clean can reduce the energy consumption of your air conditioner from 5% to 15%.

3. Occasionally you pass a stiff wire through the drain of the device. Prevent clogged drains reduction unit from moisture and humidity, the excess may discolor walls or carpet.

* In the winter, or cover your air conditioner or remove and store.
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