Buying Guide & Tips on How to Save Electricity AC

Air conditioners play more than just cool the air. Air conditioners actually serves as a "conditioning" the air, namely by removing dust and dirt when room air is sucked through the filter. Some of the latest models of air conditioner instead there is claimed to be able to kill germs, bacteria and viruses are scattered in the air. Air conditioners also serves to lower the humidity, making the air more comfortable at various temperatures. These benefits certainly cost money. Because an air conditioner unit is measured investment, you can save money and electricity by buying and using your air conditioner wisely.

Central AC or AC Split?

When you decide to buy an air conditioner, consider first what system is best suited to your needs, whether air conditioning or central air conditioner simply split or other types of air conditioning room. Central air conditioner is located in a part of a building, but serves to cool the entire space within the building either by blowing cold air through a duct that is connected in every room, or by way of circulation of cold water through the pipes to each room where there are fans who the blowing air through the pipes. Split air conditioners and other types of room air conditioner worked through more or less the same principle, but has a smaller capacity so it is only able to cool the air in the living space is limited. Compared with split air conditioning, central air conditioning usually provide better comfort but also require greater cost.  Size Air Conditioner  After selecting the type of air conditioner, then consider the size of the unit. Unit air conditioner that has a larger capacity is not always better because units that are too large will not cool an area uniformly. In some types of air conditioners, a unit that is too big will cool the air too quickly which will cause the air conditioner will live and die more often. This leads to wasteful electricity and money. In addition, the unit that is too large will not operate long enough to reduce the moisture, instead of making the air more comfortable, the air will actually be felt "frozen" and "wet" in the normal thermostat setting.  Instead, you should avoid buying an AC unit that is too small. Insufficient capacity of air conditioning will keep operating but not able to cool the air optimally.  In measuring the need for air conditioning for your home, consider the size of the space and how that space is used.  efficiency  When choosing between brands of air conditioner with price, capacity and features more or less the same, electrical energy efficiency (EER: Energy Efficiency Rating) can be used as a differentiating factor. Although the air conditioner unit is more efficient electricity more expensive, but probably it is the best choice. Furthermore, learn warranty given by each of the AC brand.  installation of air conditioning  Improper installation of air conditioning, although the AC is AC electricity saving can still cause wastage of electricity. Installation of air conditioning either by yourself or by a professional technician, the following tips should be applied. Remember that every brand / air conditioner unit has specific installation instructions, so follow the instructions carefully.  In addition, it is important to note that it is recommended to install the air conditioner in a shady spot on the north or east of the house. This is because the direct sunlight on the components of the heat exchanger in the outdoor unit will lower the efficiency of the air conditioner.  But if it has been suggested to provide shade so that the air conditioner unit is not exposed to direct sunlight. Also, it is not advisable to install the outdoor unit in a place that is covered by another object, eg bushes. It reduces the ability of water to remove the air conditioner. Good air circulation is essential for AC operation  Usage and Service AC  Filters are dirty by the dust will impede airflow. Check the filters on the water condi-     tioner you once a month and clean or replace the filter with a new one if necessary. By keeping air filters clean the air conditioner fixed, you have to save AC power consumption by 5-15%.  For central air conditioning, make sure that all is well insulated duct, especially duct that passes through areas that are not cooled.  Make sure the furniture in the room does not impede air conditioner vent holes. Cover all unused rooms and close the air conditioner vent holes also in the halls.  Close all doors and windows. Meeting room that would further offset the AC work.  Do not do setting the thermostat lower than the desired temperature at saatair conditioner is first turned on. Air conditioner will not cool faster, but it certainly would be a waste of electricity.  Do not place furniture that emit heat, such as a TV or lights, close to the thermostat. The heat coming out of the furniture will affect the work of the thermostat.  Use blinds or curtains on the window glass.  Limit for use of equipment / activities that produce heat and humidity such as a washing machine or cooking, try to do it only in the morning and evening.  Just use exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms.