Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Disorders and problems in the AC

At current levels of pollution and increasing air humidity, presence of air conditioning or AC (air conditioner) in every room, especially bedrooms, became a fundamental requirement of urban society. With the air conditioning, so it is more comfortable and sleep quality. Indoor air was healthier thanks to the air filtration system in almost all the latest air conditioning products. But the convenience of enjoying the cool and clean air is often disturbed due to disturbance or damage to the air conditioner. Once the AC is not working optimally, would annoy the whole house. Understandably, the air in a tropical country like Indonesia is very moist and contains a lot of moisture so we are very easy to sweat. Fans certainly can not replace the role of the AC. Disruption of the air conditioner can not be separated from the three cases, the air conditioner does not cool, remove noise or a leak in the indoor device. The most annoying of course if the AC is no longer blowing cold air. But the noise coming out from the indoor devices also interfere with sleep and enough water leakage really troublesome, because it can contaminate and damage the walls of the room. Here are some factors that cause interference on the AC and ways to overcome them: 
1 AC is not cold. 
The primary function is to cool the air conditioning. AC is not cold could be due to incorrect temperature settings. Make sure the temperature setting on the remote figures are in accordance with needs. After that, make sure the indoor air conditioner filters or fins are not dirty because dirt can inhibit airflow AC. Other causes include air conditioning freon either exhausted or there is damage to the electrical system and the air conditioning system compressor piping such as leaks, pipe, evaporator, and condenser. 
2 Noise. 
Indoor air-conditioning that can occur due to noisy indoor placement holder is not good, no air conditioning vibrating body part or damage to the indoor section. Be careful when you want to fix the indoor mounting. If you are not confident in his own abilities to overcome this problem, promptly contact an AC repair. 
3 indoor leaks. 
Indoor units sometimes remove water droplets or 'sweating'. But when it comes to a leak, it means there is less wrong with your air conditioner. This can be caused by a dirty air conditioner that interfere with drainage channels. Other causes are due to uneven indoor position or the position of poor drainage. When everything is checked but the leak persists, then there is damage to the reservoir lines ... water. Routine Cleaned Not a few of the disturbances on the air conditioner caused by dirt. Remember, the AC works by sucking and filtering the outside air to produce cool air conditioning to all rooms. The consequence is happening heap of dirt on the AC component from the outside air. If not frequently cleaned, heap of dirt was going to hinder air circulation and burden working air conditioning compressor and other components. 

There are two air conditioning cleaning process. First, a little cleanup on the indoor units that can be done every two weeks. The indoor components are easily soiled and must be cleaned are filters and air conditioner cover. Secondly, a major cleaning that includes components on the indoor evaporator unit and cleaning the outdoor unit (the outside). The big cleanup is done three bulan.sekali. AC is already equipped to filter dust particles mikrospik, as well as eradicate the fungus, bacteria and eliminate odor. This product also features Good'sleep Mode which helps create an atmosphere of cool, healthy and organized according to the needs of the body during sleep. By performing routine maintenance on the air conditioning, you are not only keeping the cool air in the room but also extend the life of air conditioning.

Calculating the need for air conditioning in the room

The need for the capacity of the air conditioner most certainly determine how big the room is that the air conditioner will be in place. To calculate the need for air conditioning in the room below is no simple way to calculate it: 
The formula: 
Needs AC = (Volume rooms) / 3 * coefficient 
wherein: each volume coefficient 1m3 = 500 BTU / hr. 
For example, a room with a size of 3m x 4m. 3m high 
The need for air conditioning is 
= (P x l x t) / 3 x 500 
= (3m x 4m x 3m) / 3 * 500 BTU / hr 
= 12 m3 x 500 BTU / hr 
= 6000 BTU / hr 
This means that the need for air conditioning room 3m x 3m 4m xt = 6000 BTU / hr. 
1 HP compressor AC = 8000-10000 Btu / hr. ≈ equivalent of 9,000 Btu / hr. 
If the count = 6000 Btu / hr is equivalent to 0.6667 OD. 
It is recommended to use 0.75 OD = 3/4 PK = 7000 BTU / hr, because if there is a decrease 
Air conditioning capacity is still able to cool the room.

For more advanced, can use this formula: 
(L (length) x H (height) x I x W (width) x E) / 60 = BTU requirement 
1 feet = 0.3048 meters 
1 meter = 3.28 feet 
L = Length of room (in feet) 
H = Height Space (in feet) 
I = Value 10 if space is insulated (located on the bottom floor, or coincide with other space). 
Value of 18 if space is not insulated (upstairs). 
W = Width Space (in feet) 
E = value 16 if the longest wall facing north; 
value of 17 if facing east; 
Value of 18 if facing south; and 
value of 20 if facing west. 
Capacity AC based PK: 
AC ½ PK = ± 5.000 BTU / h 
AC ¾ PK = ± 7.000 BTU / h 
AC 1 PK = ± 9,000 BTU / h 
1 ½ PK AC = ± 12,000 BTU / h 
AC 2 PK = ± 18,000 BTU / h 
Example Count: 
Space measuring 3m x 4m or (9 feet x 13 feet), height of the room 3m (10 feet) is not insulated, the long wall facing east. 
Needs BTU = (9 x 13 x 18 x 10 x 17) / 60 = 5,967 BTU air conditioner is equivalent to 3/4 PK. 
So little information on how to calculate AC requirements in accordance with the available room area.

Tips on Choosing AC (Air Conditioning) For Home

In determining the AC that we want to choose, we would be wise to weigh up before deciding to determine which brand air conditioner which we want to select. We should not be tempted by the cheapness of the purchase price. Because in the market we will find air conditioning ½ PK certain brands only 340 Watt power consumption, while other brands AC ½ PK 800Watt power consumption.
Of course the first AC ½ PK whose consumption is only 340 Watts purchase price is more expensive than the latter. But if we want to calculate the difference in price with the cost of electricity is needed, we will think again to select it.
Real examples on the market:
AC ½ PK brand A 355Watt power consumption at a purchase price Rp.2.450.000, -
AC ½ PK brand B 800Watt power consumption at a purchase price 2,000,000, -
Two of them have the same capacity that is 5000btu / h
If we only look at the price we would choose AC B is cheaper.
But if we want a little math, the difference in power consumption is 800W-355W Watt = 445 we have to pay more expensive each month. If we assume that the AC is turned on 10 hours a day and the price per kWh PLN = USD 500, - (rate goals. R1-2200), then we have to pay per day 0,445kWh x 10 hours x Rp 500, - = Rp.2.225, - more expensive.
Thus in a month we pay 30xRp.2.225, - = Rp. 66 750, - a sufficient amount of fantastic ... not. ??
That is, the difference in price Rp.450.000, - it will be back in less than 7 months.

Difference Between Inverter Technology and Low Wattage

To answer the needs of consumers for products that power-efficient air conditioners, are now on the market have been present the latest technological innovations that can reduce power consumption to a minimum, that the Inverter technology and Low Wattage.
Maybe some of you have questions about both of these technologies. Which is more efficient and what is the difference of the two. Below, some explanation about the technology the Inverter and Low Wattage.
What is a Inverter technology?
This technology is the latest innovation that can make the compressor can adjust to fluctuating work load of the room. Consumption of electricity is needed not fixed. Such as in a room that has been set up with a temperature of 24 degrees Ceclcius being inhabited by some people. Thus, automatic compressor should work faster to cool the room quickly. AC Inverter speed in reaching the desired temperature is going to suck power (watts) which is quite high at the beginning. However, when the desired temperature is reached, the inverter compressor will work to a minimum which makes the power consumption needed to be much lower.
So is the case when the occupants of the room and then leave the room, which makes indoor load becomes lighter. Inverter AC compressor, can slow the performance without having to turn off the engine, as is done by a conventional air conditioner.
What role in reducing electricity consumption Inverter?
Now, with this inverter, then when the room is empty, the compressor does not need to work hard to achieve the desired temperature.
When first turned on air conditioning, power wattage required will be quite high, but slowly watt will drop to the lowest level, ie when the room temperature has been reached. For example, to AC inverter 1 PK, the first startup wattage required up to 1000 watts, it aims to reach a temperature as quickly as possible. However, when the temperature reached watt will drop slowly to be only 200 watts. Air conditioning only served to keep the temperature stays at the desired level.
When the temperature is changed, the compressor will not work as first turned on, but it will rise gradually from the lowest level. By default, the electrical energy required can be reduced to a minimum. In fact, air conditioner Inverter technology 1 PK electricity needs, it can work with parallel electric with air conditioning ½ PK electricity needs, if the room is empty without occupants. This has become a major role in reducing the consumption of electricity inverter.
What is the difference between Hercules Inverter AC, with AC Hercules 2.0 Low Wattage?
As discussed previously, the consumption of electricity on air conditioning inverter technology will not be fixed or fluctuating load follow in one room. While the air conditioner has a low wattage power consumption remains, regardless of room conditions. AC is basically a low wattage, ordinary conventional air conditioning, but has the advantage of lower power consumption than the non AC low wattage.
For example, LG AC Low wattage Hercules 2.0 with a capacity of 1 HP requires a constant power of 650 watts, while the non low wattage of 780 watts require.
Hercules Inverter AC 1 PK has a range of electrical needs between 200-1000 watts, depending on the load of the room.
Which is more efficient, air conditioner with inverter technology or Low Wattage?
Both are saving electricity, but as explained earlier, that the inverter technology is able to save on electricity consumption because of the unique way it works.
But keep in mind here is when we need to use the AC Inverter and when we need to use the AC Low Wattage.
In use, the AC Hercules 2.0 is more suited for homes that have small and limited electrical power, so that you can turn on other electronic devices simultaneously when the AC is turned on. For example, for the electric power of 1300 watts, still can use low wattage AC 1 PK which requires only 650 watts.
However, this does not apply to Hercules Inverter AC 1 PK, because the pull of power at the beginning of the operation is quite high, so it can only be used to house a large enough electrical power of at least 2200 watts.
Tips on the use of air conditioning in order to save electricity:
Turn off the air conditioner when no one in the room in a long time
If you just left the room briefly and frequency of people in and out quite often, it is recommended the AC remains lit because the pull of the AC power will be quite high when the AC is turned off and turned back
Setting the temperature in the room as much as possible not in the 18 ° - 20 ° Celsius, because the outside temperature conditions in the tropics is quite high so it is very difficult for the AC to work and achieve proficiency level temperature. This will make the AC compressor will work very hard, as it seeks to reach that temperature.
In general, the tropics have been able to sleep quite comfortably with a temperature of 22 ° - 24 ° Celsius. If the air conditioner still does not feel cold, you should immediately do periodic servicing and checking freon.
Perform periodic servicing every 3-6 months so that the AC can work optimally and efficiently.
Use function Timer (Timer) contained in each AC so that AC can turn off automatically if you forget or do not have time to turn it off.
Make sure your room closed when the air conditioner is turned on, so that the cooling load is lighter and more efficient electricity.

Calculating the cost of AC power

The more expensive fuel is a staple of electricity today is certainly made ​​us to be wise in the use of electrical energy. To find out how much electrical energy consumption that we use, the following we describe how to simulate the electrical costs incurred for an AC electronic devices that we have.
Here is a list of the electricity needs of the capacity of each AC in general:
Standard AC AC Low Watt AC Inverter
AC 1/2 PK = 400 Watts = 320 Watts
AC 3/4 PK = 600 Watts = 530 Watts
AC 1 HP = 840 Watts = 660 Watts = 225-920 Watt
AC 1.5 PK = 1170 Watts = 270-1070 Watt
AC 2 = PK = 1920 Watt 300-1710 Watt
AC 2.5 PK = 2570 Watts = 350-2220 Watt

By knowing how much electricity costs that burden of electronic items that we have of course will make us aware of the importance of the use of electronic tools are more discreet.

Determine the diameter of the electrical wiring in accordance with the capacity of the AC (PK)

Diameter electrical cable that is used in accordance with the capacity (PK) AC:
         PK AC Cable Diameter
AC 1/2 - 3/4 PK = 600 Watts = 1 mm2
AC 1 - 1.5 PK = 1170 watts = 1.5 mm2
AC 2 - 2.5 HP = 2570 watts = 2.5 mm2
Cables that are commonly used: NYM
Voltage: 300-500 Volts
It has 3 wires
Cable usage that does not comply with the specifications will be harmful to safety. Examples AC 2 PK using 1 mm2 cable. Then the cable is too large to accommodate the flow, the cable will be hot and can cause fires.
Usage 3 cable, which is useful for eliminating ground wires and ground the induced current electrical shock.

Low Power AC Helpless

AC low wattage can be used at home with an electric power of 900 watts and more cost-effective operations.
The use of air conditioning (air conditioner / air conditioning) in the tropics is still limited. Of the estimated 100 new family of seven who use air conditioning. The reason, besides the price is still quite expensive, power consumption is also high. Capacity of 1 HP AC electric traction first course average of 800 watts. Though not all the house has a large electric power.
Later AC manufacturers try to overcome it with the launch of the AC low wattage, aka AC electrical power is low. Which produce, among others, Sharp, Panasonic, and Samsung. Low wattage AC power consumption is only half of the regular AC. Consumption AC Sharp, for example, only 330 watts, 390 watts Samsung, and Panasonic can get 175 watts.
So that power consumption is low, it is equipped with air conditioning technology called an inverter. A kind of power conversion circuit for controlling electric current, voltage, and frequency of a tool. Inventer able to control the cooling power.
Examples AC Panasonic CS-S12GKP. This type of air conditioner if it is turned on and has reached the desired temperature did not immediately die. Unlike the noninverter AC, AC will die if the temperature of the room was cold and alive again when the room is reduced level of coolness.
Panasonic AC low wattage of electricity needs 175 watts - 1140 watts. When the air conditioning works to achieve the desired temperature greater electricity consumption. Once the temperature is reached, the electricity consumption will go down. "Round the motor in AC will fade slowly adjust to room temperature so it takes a bit of energy," he explained.
Similar inverter
Samsung does not use a low wattage inverter but only adopt similar technology called good inverter sleep mode. AC is able to maintain a more stable room temperature, the temperature does not rise or fall suddenly. Because the air conditioner is suitable for people who sleep patterns are problematic because the room temperature.
For homes with only 900 watts of electrical power, please use the Sharp Sayonara electric heat only need 330-130 watts. Sayonara can operate in low voltage by relying on a similar capacitor to hold the power inverter. When the voltage drops, the AC power utilizing the capacitors.
Sharp issued two types of low wattage, and AH-AP5HML AP5HHL. Just like other Sharp AC product, Sayonara Heat comes plasmacluster sixth power generation hembusnya claimed 15 times more powerful. The first type has water purifying filters and water 4 way auto swing that allows the wind to spread up, down, left and right. AC is suitable for home with 900 watts of electrical power, no need to add power again.
How Save Electricity?
AC low wattage claimed could save 30-50 percent over the cost of a regular AC.
But according Togar, within a year the amount of dollars spent for the two types of air conditioning it is the same. AC inverter is more economical operating costs, but the purchase price is more expensive than the AC noninverter.
In addition to cutting-edge technology such as inverter, to find an energy efficient air conditioning or not, refer to the unit EER (energy eficiency ratio) it. EER is the ratio between the rate of cooling or BTU (British thermal units) and electrical power used. For example, BTU AC 1 PK for 9040: 800 watts will produce 11.3 EER. The higher the EER number means smaller energy used aliases energy efficient.
EER 11 have been classified as energy-saving and efficient. He admits most consumers pay less attention to this matter. Usually the amount of watts just ask her. And with a small wattage cooling is not necessarily maximal.
Therefore, if lazy to ask, consider the product specifications listed in the brochure. See how its BTU, size, features and other advantages. In measuring AC ½ PK for example, the amount that should be 5000 BTU often reduced to 4500 so that it becomes inefficient. Another way that has been conditioned select popular and widely used because it is usually better specifications.

Here is a list of the electricity needs of the capacity of each AC in general:
Standard AC AC Low Watt AC Inverter
AC 1/2 PK = 400 Watts = 320 Watts =
AC 3/4 PK = 600 Watts = 530 Watts
AC 1 HP = 840 Watts = 660 Watts = 225-920 Watt
AC 1.5 PK = 1170 Watts = 270-1070 Watt
AC 2 = PK = 1920 Watt 300-1710 Watt
AC 2.5 PK = 2570 Watts = 350-2220 Watt