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Myths and Truths about Consumption of Air Conditioning
Do you think that air conditioning is the biggest villain in your electricity bill? You know that a well installed and dimensioned correctly device consumes less power than your daily shower. There are many questions from consumers about the energy consumption of air conditioning, so here I reveal the main myths and facts about this concern.
The installation does not interfere in energy consumption. (Myth)
If the installation is done correctly stated by the manufacturer favors the apparatus. An installation differently to the manufacturer's recommended interferes with the operation of the consuming more energy.
One type of equipment is suitable for each environment. (Truth)
There are devices suitable for each environment size, intensity, and the flow of people.
The temperature does not interfere in energy consumption. (Myth)
To keep the air conditioning on high maximum temperature (cooling) and (heating) consumes more energy. Keep the room at a temperature between 22° C and 24° C avoids unnecessary energy costs and is more suitable for the human body.
The condenser may be in an enclosed area and has no influence on consumption. (Myth)
The outdoor unit must be in a place where there is no air circulation to prevent the return of supply air.
The inverter air conditioner is more economical. (Truth)
The inverting apparatus function as an inverter to control the speed of compression equipment. The compressor does not shut down, preventing overload and temperature fluctuations.
A device of more power consumes more. (Truth)
A device with 18,000 BTU consumes more energy than a unit of 12,000 BTU for example. But be careful because the use of a device with less power than stated greatly increases energy consumption, so the correct size is very important.
To reduce power consumption, it ideal is to turn off when the equipment is out of the room. (Myth)
To turn off and on the air condition too often leads to increased energy consumption. If when leaving the room for a short time we turned the air conditioning will be causing peak consumption at each new start.
Leaving the window open with the air conditioning on increases energy consumption. (Truth)
In addition to consuming more energy, this omission could endanger the device. Ideally, leave all doors and windows tightly closed.
Keeping the filters clean avoids unnecessary energy costs. (Truth)
Dirty filters impede air circulation, forcing the unit to work harder and therefore consume more energy.
The air conditioning does not really have to be the worst villain if used properly. So maintain and clean filters and perform preventive maintenance. You can view more relevant information at this link.