If you’re thinking about getting air conditioning in Auckland unit, you might have a few questions that need answering before making a choice. Fortunately, some of the most commonly asked questions are here, with all the answers you need to make the decision.
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What Is A Monoblock Air Conditioner?
Monoblock air conditioners are the smallest type of A/C units available. They’re self-contained and usually portable. They come with an exhaust hose that leads the warm air out of the room, which can either be fed through an open window or through the wall or ceiling for a more permanent installation. Some manufacturers also add a heating element to their monoblock units, making it a useful appliance all year round.
What Is A Split Air Conditioner?
All air conditioning units come with a system that discharges the heat taken from the room it’s installed in. With split air conditioners, they’re manufactured with a condensing unit which is separate from the primary system. Typically, the condenser unit is installed on the exterior of the building, with a small and flexible line connecting both units leading through a window.
What Are “Through The Wall” Air Conditioning Units?
Otherwise known as “window” air conditioners, these systems are mounted through a wall or window so that one end is on the exterior of the home, and the other is on the interior. One side provides fresh air, while the other expels heat from the room to the outside. They function in the same way as monoblock or split system air cons, except they don’t have a pipe or hose that leads to the outside.
How Can I Work Out What Size Air Conditioner I Need?
There’s a simple method to work this out. Measure the room you want to install it in and work out its dimensions – i.e. length x width x height. Some online calculators can help you work out how big your system needs to be to cool the area. Otherwise, your air conditioner supplier and installation solution will be able to recommend a system that best fits the dimensions of the room.
What Happens If My A/C Unit Is Not Sized Correctly For The Room?
First of all, your installation team should be able to tell whether the unit you’re having installed is too big or small to cool the room it’s going into before they install the system. If your unit is too small for the space, it’ll have to work too hard to function in a room of that size. The cooling coils will get too cold, and even form a layer of ice, which means that the condensation is freezing too quickly before it can drain away. Therefore, a unit too small won’t last as long as it should. If you install a unit too big, the room will be temperature controlled too quickly – therefore, making the room too cold.
What About Condensation And Drainage?
All air conditioners dehumidify the air – which means they remove the humidity from the air in the room they’re installed in. When they remove the humid air, it is also cooled, causing a build-up of condensation inside the system. That’s why all A/C units need a drainage system to remove the excess moisture from inside the appliance. Some systems require a pump to do this, especially if the exhaust pipe curves, trapping condensates that can’t drain out.
Does My Air Conditioner Need A Pump?
If you have a split air conditioning system and the drainage pipe reaches upwards before leading outside, it can be difficult for all condensates to be removed. In this instance, a pump might need to be installed to force the excess moisture through the drainage system.
What Happens When There Isn’t Enough Refrigerant In The System?
A common misconception people have is that the refrigerant needs to be refilled periodically. It’s important to note that if your refrigerant levels are decreasing, your system probably has a leak. If you have a precharged unit and condenser which is connected to refrigerant lines which are longer than the standard, they’ll need to be topped up. There should be enough refrigerant in the system for it to function correctly. If there isn’t, the air conditioning unit will overheat and eventually break down. But, the refrigerant in you’re A/C unit shouldn’t suddenly run low, and it shouldn’t require regular top-ups.
When you’re thinking about getting an air conditioning unit installed in your Auckland home or office, it’s essential to know all the facts. Hopefully, this has answered some of your questions regarding what type of air conditioner to buy, and what your other options are.