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Monday, September 12, 2011

Simple Tips to Reduce Air Conditioning Running Costs - Part 1




1) Set a Comfortable Temperature at 24Deg C- & use sleep mode in the night to get the comfortable cooling as per body, we need less cooling in the night( In manual system 
Don't set the temperature at the coolest because the compressor will never turn off and this will cost you money. 
To get the comfortable temperature, turn the AC on with coldest setting on thermostat , when you feel comfort temp cut of the AC compressor through thermostat, it will reduce the power consumption .


2) Have Refrigerant Levels Tested - Compulsory servicing to be done before summer starts & one before rainy season & last service at the end of season to save corrosion in side the units body) through company service center. 
They can test your system to determine if you have a refrigerant leak., motors noise, vibration in indoor unit of split AC & anti Vibration pads of Compressor. 
If required always use genuine spare parts to lower breakdown & power bill.  
Install a good quality Voltage stabilizer to get the necessary Voltage ( if your area has voltage fluctuations ) & reduce your electricity bill. 
Don't install under capacity machine, it will save your initial cost but increase your electricity bill in summer. 


To Be Continued ...