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For efficient cooling of smaller spaces, a room air conditioner is a great choice. Today's energy-efficient models can also handle larger areas with ease. The key to choosing the right air conditioner is matching the proper unit to the space you want to cool. OneClickMX.com's is happy to provide this guide to buy air conditioners as a service to you.
The technology is the same as your refrigerator. An evaporator coil cools the interior (in this case the room) and the condenser coil releases the hot air outdoors. Refrigerant is moved by a pump through tubes between the two coils to transfer the heat. A fan blows the cool air into the room.
Guide to Buy an Air Conditioner - Terminology and Product Features
Choosing the right air conditioner is easy with the right information. The first step, before you go shopping, is to learn to speak the language.
Btu – The British Thermal Unit (Btu) is the international measurement of energy. A Btu is the amount of heat required to raise one pound of water one degree Fahrenheit. In AC jargon, Btu's measure the amount of heat an air conditioning unit can remove from the room. As the Btu rating increases, so does the size, weight and cost of the air conditioner. Room air conditioners are generally 5000 – 24,000 Btu's. Matching Btu requirements to room size is important. The room(s) won’t cool efficiently if the Btu rating is too low or too high for the size of the room.
EER – The Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) is calculated by dividing the Btu's by the number of watts. The higher the EER number the more efficient the unit should be. A higher EER rated air conditioner will also be more expensive, so decide if the higher price tag is worth the energy savings you may be getting. The ratings range from 8-11.5. If it’s really hot where you are, go for a rating of 10 or higher.
Thermostat – The heat-sensing thermostat adjusts the temperature of the air coming from the air conditioning unit. They can be programmable or manual. An adjustable thermostat combined with a variable-speed fan is an effective cooling machine. AC units are available with such features as remote control, 24 hour delay timers and digital temperature readouts.
Filter – Clean air is essential for efficient operation. Look for units with filters that can be easily cleaned or replaced.
Fan – The fan moves the air. A variable-speed fan combined with an adjustable thermostat is an effective cooling machine. Look for louvers that adjust up/down and right/left.
Before You Buy
Measure the Room
Determine the square footage of the room (multiply length x width).
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There are lots of variables to consider when choosing a room AC — number of windows, number of people in the room, which direction the room is facing, ceiling height, etc. This chart from Energy Star can help you find the right size room air conditioner to meet your needs.
Area To Be Cooled
(square feet) |
Capacity Needed
(Btu's per hour) |
100 to 150 |
5,000 |
150 to 250 |
6,000 |
250 to 300 |
7,000 |
300 to 350 |
8,000 |
350 to 400 |
9,000 |
400 to 450 |
10,000 |
450 to 550 |
12,000 |
500 to 700 |
14,000 |
700 to 1,000 |
18,000 |
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Remember – bigger is not better. A unit that’s too large will cycle on and off too frequently, using too much energy and causing unnecessary wear on the electrical components.
Measure the Window Dimensions
- Most window air conditioners are designed to fit double-hung windows. Measure the inside dimensions. Take an exact measurement, not just an estimate. Take your room dimensions and window measurements with you when you go shopping.
Check the Power Supply
What kind of plug does the unit have? What kind of plug is your wall outlet? Make sure the circuit can handle the operation of the unit. Smaller ones work with a standard 115-volt outlet. Larger 115-volt units may need a dedicated circuit. The largest AC units require a 230/208-volt circuit
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