👉5 tips to use your air conditioner for heating
Now that we’ve covered the basics, here are some tips to use your air conditioner for heating your home.
👉Clean your AC: First, give your AC unit a good clean. Filters inside air conditioners tend to collect dust and other nasty particles which can cause mould and be a fire hazard when heat is thrown into the mix. Check the owner’s manual for cleaning instructions.
👉Choose the right temperature: Program your AC to keep the temperature inside your home between 18 and 20 degrees. Every degree above that can increase your energy usage by up to 10%.
👉Switch to auto mode: Don’t set the heat mode and forget. Switch on the auto mode as well. This function allows the AC unit to maintain your desired temperature. This keeps the fan running for the least amount of time at the slowest speed to save on energy.
👉Redirect the louvers downward: This will ensure optimum air circulation in your home in winter because hot air rises. Don’t forget to move them back up in summer.
👉Get your AC serviced: Some manufacturers recommend getting your AC serviced once a year to keep it running smoothly and as energy efficient as possible. This is to avoid costlier repairs down the track.
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