A few tips for choosing
Many people mistakenly believe that by purchasing a cheap air conditioner, they save a significant amount of money. However, this is not the case, since cheap air conditioners consume huge amounts of electricity, which leads to even more expenses.
In addition, when choosing an air conditioner, special attention should be paid to its appearance, since this technique will become an integral part of the interior of the apartment. It is worth noting other points that should be considered when choosing such a technique:
First of all, you should pay attention to the country of origin.
As practice and research have shown, the most reliable manufacturers in this area are Thailand, Malaysia and Belgium.
In this case, Chinese technology is somewhat inferior in quality.
It is very important to choose air conditioners that produce very little or no noise. The same is true for vibration.
The presence of an increased level of noise and vibration may indicate a short life of the device. It will break down pretty quickly. In addition, the operation of the indoor unit will interfere with the sleep of the residents, while the external unit will not allow the neighbors to rest peacefully.
Equipment Selection Tips
The right choice of climatic equipment will depend not only on the model of the split system, but also on other parameters.
Here are just the main parameters that you need to focus on when choosing:
- placement method;
- the possibility of smooth adjustment;
- What area of the room is the system designed for?
- presence and quantity of heat sources.
Each parameter is significant, so they need to be considered in more detail.
In order for the split system to please the residents and guests of the premises, it is necessary to pay enough attention to the correct choice of equipment. The wrong wattage or system type can reduce the efficiency of appliances in your home.
According to the method of placement, modern split systems are divided into wall, channel, floor-ceiling, window, cassette units and mobile air conditioners. All listed types of climate control equipment have their advantages and disadvantages, which should be studied before buying.
It is worth noting that wall-mounted equipment is considered the most popular solution for housing. It takes up little living space and is easy to manage. In addition, maintenance of splits does not cause any particular difficulties.
Adjustment of split systems can be inverter and discrete. The first method prevails in modern designs. Inverter temperature control is smooth, users themselves choose the air temperature that is comfortable for themselves. Discrete adjustment is carried out in certain intervals.
The service area is one of the determining parameters when calculating the power of the air conditioner. Low-performance equipment will not work effectively in large rooms. The air temperature will change very slowly and mainly in the area of the equipment.
It is not advisable to buy an air conditioner that is too efficient for small rooms, since a significant part of its power will not be consumed.
Do not forget about the timely maintenance of split systems. This applies to cleaning and replacing filters, maintaining the main structural elements and checking the freon level.
Additional space heating can significantly affect the efficiency of using a particular model of climate technology. This is due to the fact that on a sunny day, the power of the device may not be enough to maintain a stable temperature inside the room. The same applies to cases when there are a lot of people in the room.
Therefore, you need to choose equipment with a power reserve. For example, 1 kW of air conditioner power is enough to serve 10 m2 of area. If the area of a room or office is 20 m2, then the calculated power of the climate equipment will be 2 kW.
It is recommended to take split systems more powerful by 10-20% of this value - at least 2.2 kW.
Buyers will have a difficult choice of split systems from the assortment offered by sellers. You should carefully study the technical documentation and recommendations of the equipment manufacturer
Reliability rating: the highest level
The reliability rating of air conditioners is compiled on the basis of installation experience in conjunction with the sale of air conditioners, as well as their reliability and build quality.So, among the climatic equipment with the highest level of reliability, manufacturers stand out:
- Daikin Europe NV, which is a tandem of the best developers from Japan, Belgium and Thailand. The Daikin plant is today the most modern air conditioning plant in the world. The air conditioners produced here are necessarily tested for quality. In addition, all products are subject to after-sales service, which is carried out at the highest level.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation is a joint project of Thailand, Great Britain and Japan, which has existed since 1921.
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. is a joint project between Thailand and Japan. This company rightfully bears the title of the founder of the market for such equipment. This company became famous in the world back in 1884. Air conditioners of this company are of incredible quality, so it is not in vain that they occupy a leading position in the market.
- Fujitsu General Ltd. - a joint project of Thailand and Japan, specializing in the production of industrial and domestic air conditioners. This company is a leader in the production and sale of its equipment in many countries of the world.
- Fujitsu Limited is a Thai company founded in 1935. In the development of climate technology, innovative technologies are used. The company's scientists conduct daily analysis of what is happening on the market of equipment, including climate control, and clearly follow the innovations in this area.
- Panasonic Corporation belongs to China, Malaysia. This corporation also dominates the world of technology, electronics and similar products, including air conditioners. This corporation began its work in 1918.Air conditioners of this manufacturer have a number of advantages - ergonomics, safety and ease of operation.
Among the above companies, it is very difficult to decide which manufacturers are the most reliable. All these companies produce only high-quality equipment, of course, at a high cost.
Business class technology
Some of the most reliable and high-tech split systems on the market for air conditioning equipment are made by the Japanese. The assembly of this technique is carried out not only in Japan itself, but also in other countries. The most famous brands of Japanese air conditioners, which are classified as business class, are:
- panasonic,
- toshiba,
- Daikin,
- Mitsubishi Electric and Mitsubishi Heavy,
- Fujitsu General.
All of the above items have a high productive capacity, the noise level is the lowest, and the service life is the longest. The term of their service with proper use and regular maintenance varies from 10 to 15 years. These brands of air conditioners are under the manufacturer's warranty for three years. All of them have a modern design, functionality and high energy efficiency.
The most expensive split system and the most prestigious of this category is Daikin. She is considered the number one model among the elite-class equipment. In addition to a compact design and a large set of various functions, this brand is distinguished by the presence of an antibacterial remote control, a motion sensor, and a self-diagnosis function.
Mitsubishi Electric is the model that can be recommended for its good value for money. All air conditioners of this brand are tested within twenty minutes after assembly. The heat pumps built into them are capable of heating up to minus 25 ° C, according to the readings of a wet bulb thermometer.
MitsubishiHeavy air conditioners are not inferior in quality to more expensive models and therefore are very popular. As a rule, they are equipped with high-power compressors, backup switches, an air ionizer, a timer, and have a sleep mode function.
The Panasonic lineup with enviable regularity pleases its customers with updates and improvements in the design of the system. Air conditioners of this brand are distinguished by the presence of a built-in air ionization system, ultrasonic cleaning, auto-switching modes, an oxygen supply system, a self-diagnosis center and an innovative AC-robot auto-cleaning filter system. The disadvantage is that their service is possible only in specialized centers, you will have to dismantle the air conditioner yourself and take it to a service center.
The most pleasant and useful feature of business-class equipment is the presence of an excellent system of protection against misuse.
Additional features
Air conditioning in the server room
Manufacturers produce air conditioners with a different set of additional features that make the equipment more convenient to use. But this leads to an increase in the cost of air conditioners. Before you start searching for a model, it is advisable to make lists of required and optional features for yourself. This will help you buy climate control equipment with the best price-performance ratio.
Sleeping mode
Sleep modeIn the Sleep Mode, the air conditioner:
- reduces the number of fan revolutions, due to which the equipment works noticeably quieter and does not interfere with sleep
- smoothly reduces the air temperature in the room by a couple of degrees, which contributes to a healthy sleep, and by the time of awakening it raises it to its previous values
3D flow
3D flow
As standard, the conditioned air flow is vertically adjustable - it can be directed at a selected angle downwards or upwards. The 3D flow function provides full vertical and horizontal adjustment - the airflow can be directed to any area of the room. In this case, the cool breeze from the air conditioner will not cause discomfort to those present in the room.
3D I-SEE
3D I-SEE
Climate technology is equipped with motion sensors, they supply the intelligent control system with information about the number of people in the room and their location. Thanks to this, the air conditioner independently increases or decreases its performance and redistributes the flows of cold or heated air so that they do not cause inconvenience to those present.
Turbo
Air conditioner turbo mode
Turbo mode will help you heat or cool the air in the room as quickly as possible. The climate technology will operate at full power until the air temperature reaches the set value.
Timer
Timer modes
A handy feature for those who spend a lot of time away from home and return around the same time. Thanks to the timer, you can regulate the operation of the air conditioner - the equipment will turn on independently and, by the time people arrive, cool or heat the air to a comfortable temperature.
Air cleaning
Air cleaning
As standard, split systems are equipped with a filter that protects the heat exchanger from dust. More "advanced" climate systems are additionally equipped with fine filters.This technique is able to purify the air from pollen, dust mites and other allergens. Filters should be cleaned regularly and changed from time to time.
Self-diagnosis
Self-diagnosis
An electronic control system with a self-diagnostic function allows you to quickly identify the cause of a malfunction without calling a specialist - a significant part of the problems with the air conditioner can be solved on your own.
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Management principles
Split inverter air conditioner-system
Depending on the principle by which the electrical control system operates, air conditioners are linear and inverter.
Linear Models
In a linear type air conditioner, the compressor is constantly on at full capacity. In order to maintain a predetermined temperature level in the room, the device turns on and off at certain intervals at the signal of the temperature sensor. If the air conditioner is working for heating, it turns on when the air cools down to the specified mark. During the operation of the unit for cooling, the inclusion occurs when the air temperature in the room exceeds the set value.
Linear conditioners differ in a simple design and reliability, the low price. But when using these devices, the air temperature in the room is constantly changing in a zigzag pattern. Significant temperature fluctuations cause discomfort.
inverter models
The inverter air conditioner is equipped with a device that converts alternating current into direct current, and then again into alternating current, but having a certain frequency.Thanks to this, the engine speed changes smoothly and without interruption. Accordingly, the performance of the inverter unit changes, as well as the level of electricity consumption.
Inverter-type air conditioners differ for the better from linear ones, because:
- quickly heat / cool the air in the room to the set temperatures and maintain the temperature regime with minimal fluctuations
- economically consume electricity, since it is not necessary to start the compressor frequently (savings, compared with linear models, up to 60% when cooling and up to 45% when heating the air)
- much less noise
Inverter split systems are the most efficient and easy-to-use technique. But its repair in case the control board fails will be expensive.
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Conclusions and useful video on the topic
What could be more useful for the end user than a complete technological layout for equipment? The video below is a bit of a supplement to the material above:
Recommendations on the rules for choosing a split system are detailed in the following video:
Regardless of the manufacturer, when buying a split system, it is recommended to consider the internal conditioning factor. What it is?
It's simple - most split systems work on the principle of processing only the indoor air of the room. That is, the influx of fresh air, as such, is absent. And for maintaining health, this is not the best option. Therefore, it is better to choose models in which the ventilation mode is implemented.
There are also such options for the Hisense split line, but their purchase will cost an order of magnitude more expensive than equipment that performs only one task - cooling. In general, the air conditioners of the Chinese brand received a lot of positive feedback, there are complaints about the noise of operation, the lack of Wi-Fi control and a considerable price.
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Conclusions and useful video on the topic
Recommendations for choosing climate equipment for the home:
The Systemair brand is a quality model in the air conditioning industry. Its Smart line has a good range of wall-mounted split systems with a sufficient range of features.
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