SEER
16 - DUAL ZONE
(See below - 18000 BTU)
Any Combination of 9000 btu and 12000 btu possible!
HOW
CAN A 18000 BTU OUTDOOR UNIT have TWO 12000 btu
indoor units? (A total of 24000 btu)
Inverter
Technology can help blow 12000 btu into both indoor
units by varying its speed on indoor units using
alternating distribution method. For example it
will throw 6000 btu in room A for 5 minutes and
12000 btu in room B for 5 minutes and then will
throw 12000 btu in room A and 6000 btu in room
B for next 5 minutes thereby distributing BTU’s
cleverly and saving you electricity bills. So
this way both rooms will get max upto 12000 btu's
when hot and 6000 btu when cold.
SEER
16 - TRI
ZONE
(See below - 24000 BTU)
Any Combination of 9000 btu and 12000 btu possible!
HOW
CAN A 24000 BTU OUTDOOR UNIT have Three 12000
btu indoor units? (A total of 36000 btu)
Inverter
Technology can help blow 12000 btu into ALL indoor
units by varying its speed on indoor units using
alternating distribution method. For example it
will throw 6000 btu in room A and room B for 5
minutes and 12000 btu in room C for 5 minutes
and then 6000 btu in room A and room C for 5 minutes
and 12000 btu in room B for 5 minutes, FINALLY
it will throw 6000 btu in room C and room B for
5 minutes and 12000 btu in room A for 5 minutes
thereby distributing BTU’s cleverly and
saving you electricity bills. So this way ALL
three rooms will get max upto 12000 btu's when
hot and 6000 btu when cold.
SEER
16 - QUAD
ZONE
(See below - 36000 BTU)
Any Combination of 9000 btu and 12000 btu possible!
HOW
CAN A 36000 BTU OUTDOOR UNIT have FOUR 12000 btu
indoor units? (A total of 48000 btu)
Inverter
Technology can help blow 12000 btu into ALL indoor
units by varying its speed on indoor units using
alternating distribution method. For example it
will throw 8000 btu in room A, B and room C for
5 minutes and 12000 btu in room D for 5 minutes
and then 8000 btu in room B, C and room D for
5 minutes and 12000 btu in room A for 5 minutes.
So this way ALL FOUR rooms will get max upto 12000
btu's when hot and zero to 8000 btu when cold,
thereby distributing BTU’s cleverly. This
not only saves your electricity bills but also
does not make your rooms too cold likes some of
the standard units do.
FAQ's
on Klimaire Split Air Conditioner -
Which is the best air conditioner?
What
are mini split air conditioners?
Like the central air conditioner units, ductless
mini split air conditioners have two main components:
an outdoor compressor/condenser, and an indoor
air-handling unit. A conduit, which houses the
power cable, refrigerant tubing, suction tubing,
and a condensate drain, links the outdoor and
indoor units through a small hole (3 inches usually)
that is drilled in the wall of the building. The
main advantages of mini split air conditioners
are their small size and flexibility for zoning
or heating and cooling individual rooms. The number
depends on how much heating or cooling is required
for the building or each zone (which is also affected
by how well the building is insulated). Since
each of the split air conditioner zones/rooms
will have it's own thermostat, you only need to
condition that area when someone is present, which
saves energy and money. If you are in a office
building at a higher floor, you can also install
Outside Compressor using our Wall Bracket.
BELOW
ARE FEW EXAMPLES OF FRIEDRICH AND LG BRAND, BUT
YOU CAN BUY ANY OF THE ABOVE BRANDS WITH SIMILAR
FEATURES AND SEVERAL DIFFERENT OPTIONS:
Why
choose us ? SIMPLE WE HAVE ALL THAT
YOU NEED AND LOT MORE! 1. Many options to compare -
We have brands like Friedrich, LG, YMGI, Carrier,
Sanyo, Klimaire, Shinco, Haier, etc. This means
you have low to high end prices from different
brands with several different options to choose
from. 2. Best Possible Warranty on all Air Conditioners
- Most of our Split air conditioners
have 5 years compressor and 3 years on parts.
Mitsubishi units have 7 years on compressor and
5 yr on parts. 3. Quality - Quality has always
been our number one goal. We do not sell cheap
brands with poor quality at cheap prices like
some of other wholesalers do. We instead sell
quality Klimaire Split Air Conditioner at cheap
prices, by eliminating the middle man/agent. Our
brands are one of the best in the industry and
have excellent feedbacks and ratings from customers.
You can compare the features with any top brands
and you will see them all here on our website. 4. LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE - We
will not match but beat all the prices that you
have from other stores and if we can't, we will
give you a product FREE (see details) as long
as we are comparing apples to apples. 5. We are listed with Better Business
Bureau. SO REST ASSURED THAT YOU ARE
BUYING FROM A RELIABLE COMPANY AND NOT SCAMMERS
ONLINE. We have been selling air conditioners
for decades. 6. GET FREE GIFTS WITH ALL OF
OUR AC'S (Check all details on our website) .
7. Excellent after sales tech support
provided in case you need help with installation. 8. Need suggestions before purchase? Call
us. With experienced staff on hand we can help
you make the right decision that can not only
effect your heating and cooling but also can help
you save money on energy bills. 9. Fast shipping! We usually
will ship the product same or next day. Our customers
receive the packages normally within 1-5 business
days once shipped. 10. New Versions! Advanced features! Complete
packages With or without install kits!
Find them all here!
Which
is the best air conditioner? Which brand is better?
With
so many different brands out there it does get
confusing for the consumers when choosing Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner. We receive calls from confused
consumers every single day not knowing which brand
to buy. Simple way to figure that out is by checking
your requirement first, then the features you
would like in your AC and based on all this you
can finally narrow it down to three brands. Then
see which one has best package deal, who has the
better warranty and ofcourse if two brands provide
similar packages and same warranty then it comes
to who has the better price. PLEASE DO NOT go
for AC unit that is $50 cheap but has less features
or poor SEER rating. It is never worth it. We
have had customers who ended up buying SEER 13
product when SEER 15 was available with low ambient
operation for $50 more. They ended up spending
$175 later in winter to buy the back up electric
heater, as the standard SEER 13 would not produce
heat when the outside temperature went below 15
deg. In short if you buy a high SEER AC unit,
with inverter technology, low ambience operation
etc, you pay more today, but it is your cheaper
option in the long run, as you save $60 approx.
per month on electrical bills, depending upon
other variable factors as well. Plus they work
lot more better than your regular standard units
with lot more advanced features. If price is not
a big concern, we rate Mitsubishi, LG and YMGI
units as THE BEST in the industry. If you need
quality Klimaire Split Air Conditioner with great
customer feedbacks and reviews but bit cheaper
than LG or Mitsubishi, we would recommend YMGI
brand. Klimaire or Aircon would be your next best
cheaper options in terms of quality and pricing.
As per our customer feedbacks and reviews our
TOP 6 brands are :
1.
Mitsubishi Split Air Conditioner:
From wall mounts to ceiling cassette, from residential
to commercial units, Mitsubishi has a wide range
of unit. Starting from SEER 13 to as high as SEER
26. Their FE model are the best fo colder weather
conditions that no other brand offer. FE models
will produce heat in temeratures as low as minus
13 deg outside weather conditions.
2.
LG Split Air Conditioner: Again
LG is a big name brand. Excellent product. Comes
with ART COOL and MIRROR PANELS that you cannot
find in any other brand. LG products are seen
a lot in european countries. LG has both standard
and Inverter type units with high SEER ratings.
Their dual zones and tri zone are only one of
the few in the industry that qualifies for federal
tax credits. They have quality single zones that
are standard, but they do have INVERTER units
as well with high SEER product.
3.
YMGI Split Air Conditioner: YMGI
products are very popular mainly for quality products
and good tech support in place and their prices
are cheaper than most. Their product quality is
excellent with good feedback from customers and
their promotional prices are unbeatable. Their
single zones 9000 btu, 12000 btu and 18000 btu
qualify for federal tax credits (see details).
Some of their dual and tri zones can run on different
modes unlike other brands. For example, if you
buy a dual zone from this brand, one indoor unit
can run on a AC mode and other can run on a heat
mode at the same time. Whereas with other brands
both the indoor units are supposed to be either
on AC or heat mode.
4.
Klimaire Split Air Conditioner:
Their products are equipped with a state of the
art inverter compressor & heat pump. Most
current models are also ENERGY STAR certified
just like YMGI, Mitsubishi or LG products, therefore
are eligible for tax credits. Each unit also comes
with a installation kit. Klimaire Klimaire Split
Air Conditioner are perfect balance of power and
efficiency at an extreme low price!
4.
Friedrich Split Air Conditioner:
One of the top brands in the Industry. Excellent
product. Great tech support offered to our existing
customers, no complaints whatsoever with this
brand. This brand offers high SEER products with
inverter technology like YMGI, Mitsubishi or LG.
But they are a bit over priced similar to Fujitsu
or Sanyo systems.
5.
Aircon Split Air Conditioner : Aircon
systems are very reliable units are great prices.
They have great customer support in place. Their
prices are low , they come with install kits and
they have a very good selection of SEER 13 - as
high as SEER 20 single zone systems.
What
size Klimaire Split Air Conditioner would be good
for my application? How to choose the right AC?
Keep
a pen and paper next to you and write down answers
to below questions first. Then move to step 2.
A.
First question is how many air handlers (indoor
units) would you need?
Answer to this comes from the number of rooms
you want to cool or heat. Remember since this
is ductless, you will need ONE air handler per
room. But if your kitchen, dinning area and living
room are all connected and open to each other,
in that case you will need just ONE for this entire
area. But if your dinning room has walls around
it with only a door size opening from the kitchen,
in that case you may want to put ONE in kitchen
and ONE in dinning room.
B. Are the rooms well insulated? If not we will
call it "Situation B"
C. How many windows you have in each room? Are
these energy efficient windows? (single pane or
double pane windows). If you have 2-3 windows
in one room and they are single pane windows that
are not energy efficient, we will call it a "Situation
C"
D. Then you need to know the height of your ceiling.
Is it a regular ceiling or more than 10 ft high?
If it has a high ceiling of 15 or 20 ft, we will
call it is "Situation D"
E. Do you have any heat generating source in these
rooms like sunlight, equipments, computers/server
or kitchen etc? If yes, we will call it a "Situation
E"
F.
Last but not the least you need to know the sq
ft of each room.
Once
you have the above info, it gets simple then.
Below table will help you decide and give you
a approx. estimation of what
Klimaire Split Air Conditioner you would
need.
Please
consult your HVAC installer before making
your decision. Below info can help you decide,
but it cannot be guaranteed accurate under
different circumstances.
BUY
9000 BTU Split AC?
BUY
12000 BTU Split AC?
BUY
18000 BTU Split AC?
BUY
24000 BTU Split AC?
If
your room is Upto 300 sq ft without any
bad situation B, C, D or E (Example: The
room is 275 sq ft, house is well insluated,
has double pane windows, it is a bedroom
with regular ceiling. This means there is
nothing wrong with the room conditions)
YES
NO
NO
NO
If
your room is Upto 300 SQ FT with either
one of the above bad situations B or C or
D or E (Example: the house is well insulated
and has energy efficient windows, but it
is a sun room with lot of windows and is
250 sq ft)
MAY
WORK
RECOMMENDED
NO
NO
If
your room is Upto 300 SQ FT with WORSE SITUATION
(Example: the house is not insulated and
has old windows that are not energy efficient)
NO
YES
Recommended
(If it is a restaurant kitchen for example)
NO
Klimaire Split Air Conditioner
If
your room is between 300 - 500 sq ft without
any situation B, C, D or E (Example: The
room is 475 sq ft, house is well insluated,
has double pane windows, it is a bedroom
with regular ceiling. This means there is
nothing wrong with the room conditions)
NO
YES
NO
NO
If
your room is between 300 - 500 SQ FT with
either one of the above situations B or
C or D or E (Example: the house is well
insulated and has energy efficient windows,
but it is a sun room with lot of windows
and is 450 sq ft)
NO
MAY
WORK
THIS
IS BETTER OPTION
NO
If
your room is between 300 - 500 SQ FT with
WORSE SITUATION (Example: the house is not
insulated and has old windows that are not
energy efficient)
NO
NO
YES
MAYBE
IF THE SITUATION WAS WORSE
Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner
If
your room is between 500 - 700 sq ft without
any situation B, C, D or E (Example: The
room is 675 sq ft, house is well insluated,
has double pane windows, it is a bedroom
with regular ceiling. This means there is
nothing wrong with the room conditions)
NO
NO
YES
NO
If
your room is between 500 - 700 SQ FT with
either one of the above situations B or
C or D or E (Example: the house is well
insulated and has energy efficient windows,
but it is a sun room with lot of windows
and is 650 sq ft)
NO
NO
YES
MAYBE
If
your room is between 500 - 700 SQ FT with
WORSE SITUATION (Example: the house is not
insulated and has old windows that are not
energy efficient)
NO
NO
MAY
WORK
YES
TO BE ON SAFER SIDE
Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner
If
your room is between 700 - 1000 sq ft without
any situation B, C, D or E (Example: The
room is 975 sq ft, house is well insluated,
has double pane windows, it is a bedroom
with regular ceiling. This means there is
nothing wrong with the room conditions)
NO
NO
NO
YES
If
your room is between 700 - 1000 SQ FT with
either one of the above situations B or
C or D or E (Example: the house is well
insulated and has energy efficient windows,
but it is a sun room with lot of windows
and is 950 sq ft)
NO
NO
NO
YES
(MAYBE A 30,000 BTU NEEDED)
If
your room is between 700 - 1000 SQ FT with
WORSE SITUATION (Example: the house is not
insulated and has old windows that are not
energy efficient)
NO
NO
TWO
18000 BTU'S NEEDED A TOTAL OF 36000 BTUS
NO
Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner
For
room more than 1000 sq ft, example it is
a office space with 1500 sq ft, you will
need more than one unit in that one big
room for better circulation. So you can
buy a 2-3 sinagles zone units or dual zone,
trizone or a quadzone depending upon how
big the room is as per above calculations.
Now
once you have decided how many units you need,
it is time to see what features you want.
Low Ambient Feature for example if you
live in Upstate New York where the temperature
goes below 15 deg quiet a few times in a year
and if you need this AC unit to do the heating
job as well in the winter time, in that case DO
NOT buy the standard SEER 13 without Low Ambient.
You need the unit that has Low Ambient operation
as they can produce heat in temperatures as low
as minus 4 deg or zero deg depending upon which
unit you end up buying. YMGI/Mitsubishi/LG/Friedrich/Klaimire/Aircon
for example have Ductless
Split Air Conditioners that produce heat
in lower temperatures. Mitsubishi has hyper heat
that can produce heat in temperatures as low as
minue 13 deg F.
HIGH
SEER AND INVERTER FEATURE
Units with high SEER and inverter techonlogy save
you a lot of money on electricity bills. As much
as 40% per month approx. So if you have a high
SEER Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner
with Inverter which is $300 - $400 more than the
standard unit with SEER 13, you still will be
better off buying the expensive one, as after
6-8 months savings are all yours plus such units
are lot more advanced with many other good features.
How do DC Inverter feature on Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner work?
INVERTER
technology delivers precise cooling or heating
power as per your choice.
It works faster and saves energy while ensuring
uniform temperature.
In
Depth details:
The
inverter tag found on some air conditioners signifies
the ability of the unit to continuously regulate
its thermal power flow.
Traditional
reverse-cycle air-conditioners use a heat pump
that is either working at maximum capability or
switched off, as the compressor's speed cannot
be varied. In order to regulate temperature a
thermistor is used to measure the ambient air
temperature and switch the compressor on when
the ambient air temperature is too far from the
desired temperature.
Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner bearing the inverter tag
use a variable-frequency drive to control the
speed of the motor and thus the compressor. The
variable-frequency drive uses a rectifier to convert
the incoming AC current to DC and then uses pulse-width
modulation of the DC current within an inverter
to produce AC current of a desired frequency.
The AC current is used to drive a brushless motor
or an induction motor. As the speed of a brushless
motor is synchronised to the frequency of the
AC current, it is thus possible to build a compressor
that can be run at different speeds. Similarly,
the voltage and frequency can be varied as needed
to efficiently run an induction motor at different
speeds. A microcontroller can then sample the
current ambient air temperature and adjust the
speed of the compressor appropriately.
Eliminating
stop-start cycles increases efficiency, extends
the life of components, and helps eliminate sharp
fluctuations in the load the air-conditioner places
on the power supply.
The
inverter principle has been applied to a wide
range of household appliances including microwave
ovens, washing machines, and so on.
If
you want Klimaire Split Air Conditioner with install
kit in your package deal Usually
brands like YMGI, Shinco, AirCon, Klimaire will
have a package deal with installation kit included.
But other brands will not come with install kit
at all. In such cases we offer Copper Tubings,
Service valve adpater, Condensor pads etc as optional
products to buy with your Split
Air Conditioner.
Your installer probably will already have them
in his truck. If not you can buy them separately
from us when buying brands like Mitsubishi, LG,
Sanyo, Friedrich etc.
Which
is the best package deal on Split Air Conditioners
? We have
many good deals on our website. But to keep it
simple we strongly recommend YMGI products as
the best package deal out there in the Industry
as of today. Here is the justification:
1.
YMGI products have HIGH SEER products.
2. Inverter technology
3. Low Ambient Operation.
4. They come with complete install kits.
5. They come with 5 year on compressor and 1 year
on parts.
6. Usually these are $350 more than what they
are priced now. So yes, they are at discounted
rates currently. If you compare it to any other
brand with similar features and quality, this
product is unbeatable.
7. They have thier own dehumidification mode.
Other brands will have dehumidification only when
your AC mode is on. But this one has a dehumidification
mode of its own. Other features are Auto Restart,
Sleep mode, Auto Swing Mode etc.
Above
all Mitsubishi and LG are other two brands to
take a look at, but they are a bit more expensive
and they do not come with install kits.
Can I install Klimaire Split Air Conditioner?
YES
and NO. Depends if you are good technically. You
may or may not be able to do it. Some people do
the handyman work on the indoor and outdoor unit
and pay a small amount to an electrician to hard
wire the outdoor unit and pay HVAC professional
to vaccuum the lines before releasing the refrigerant.
Some people choose to do it all by themselves
with their past experience. Manufacturer recommends
to have it installed by an HVAC professional.
Any of your local professional air conditioning
company should be able to install it easily for
couple of hundred dollars. It is worth spending
this money initially, this way you can have it
installed professionally and enjoy the benefits
of energy efficient mini split AC for year's to
come. You may loose your warranty in some cases
if you install this unit yourself. Some brands
specifically require you to have an invoice from
your HVAC installer to provide warranty help.
So make sure to read warranty details before making
your purchase. As a company we DO NOT and CANNOT
recommend you to install Klimaire Split Air Conditioner.
But
How easy are the units to install? For
Complete Installation Guide, you can click here
To ensure an easy installation and fault free
operation, we recommend the unit be installed
by a professional HVAC installer.
How
do Klimaire Split Air Conditioner work?
Mini splits use a high quality compressor and
environmentally friendly green refrigerant to
cool your home, and an innovative heat pump technology
to keep your interiors warm in cold weather. The
near silent operation is made possible by installing
the compressor outside your home or offi ce. The
air handler (indoor AC unit) in your dwelling
is designed for
ideal climate control, allowing you to cool or
heat or dehumidify your interiors.
You can conveniently adjust the fan speed, air
flow direction, and oscillating louvers via remote
control, or simply set the 24 hour timer for care
free operation.
How
much do Klimaire Split Air Conditioner cost to
run? These energy
efficient units provide localized cooling and
heating for certain parts of your home or office,
rather than cooling or heating other areas that
are not occupied. This localized climate control
enables you to reduce your energy bills. SEER
ratings we have is the best standard in industry
and mini split AC's are most energy efficient
AC's you can ever find.
Do Klimaire Split Air Conditioner
have air purification capabilities? Air filters?
Yes. Most of them have Cold catalyst air filter.
BUT LG IS THE BEST IN AIR PURIFICATION WITH IT'S
PLASMA AIR PURIFICATION CAPABILITIES. SEE VIDEO
BELOW
How
noisy are the Klimaire Split Air Conditioner? WHISPER QUIET OPERATION
is one of the many reasons
why they are very popular. The indoor units are
typically no noisier than a standard domestic
fan, but as they do make some noise, consideration
should be given to their location.
Why choose Klimaire
Split Air Conditioner? What are the advantages?
Although
there are other brands with similar capabilities,
Klimaire brands also offers: => Whisper quiet
operation. => Energy efficient
units, save money on electric bills! => Lot cheaper
than central air conditioner. => Easy installation
procedure. => Long term solution,
good for new additions or when replacing existing
air conditioner.
They are cost effective choice compared to central
air conditioning. However, it is typically more
expensive than a wall or window air conditioner
and you need a professional to install it. Since
the compressor sits outside the split air conditioner
is very quiet and efficient. Since mini splits have
no ducts, they avoid the energy losses associated
with the ductwork of central forced air systems.
Duct losses can account for more than 30% of energy
consumption for space conditioning, especially if
the ducts are in an unconditioned space such as
an attic.
Klimaire Split Air Conditioner are also sometimes
easier to install than other types of air conditioning
systems. For example, the hook-up between the outdoor
and indoor units generally requires only a three
inch hole through a wall for the conduit. Also,
most manufacturers of this type of system can provide
a variety of lengths of connecting conduits. So,
if necessary, you can locate the outdoor unit as
far away as 50 feet from the indoor evaporator depending
upon which mini split AC you buy. This makes it
possible to cool rooms on the front side of a building
or house with the compressor in a more advantageous
or inconspicuous place on the outside of the building.In
comparison to other add-on systems, split air conditioners
offer more flexibility in interior design options.
The indoor air handlers can be suspended from a
ceiling, mounted flush into a drop ceiling, or hung
on a wall. Floor-standing models are also available
with LG. Most indoor units have profiles of about
seven inches deep and usually come with sleek, high
tech-looking jackets.
How
will Klimaire Split Air Conditioner look in my
home or office?
Mini Split AC is an amenity that has been designed
to blend harmoniously with your home and offi
ce interiors. These high performance, high quality
appliances are offered in three beautiful designs.
Unlike window mounted air conditioners of yesterday,
the ductless mini split air conditioners are mounted
high up on walls, not in windows, preserving your
outdoor views for all to enjoy. See examples below:-
What
is HSPF?
HSPF is the abbreviation for the Heating Seasonal
Performance Factor. This factor rates the efficient
operation of the heating portion of the heat
pump. As the HSPF increases, the unit functions
at a more efficient level. New units in the
United States have HSPF ratings from 7.0 to
9.4.
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor-the total
heating output in B.T.U's during it's normal
usage period for heating divided by the total
electrical energy input in watt hours during
the same period
What is a Heat Pump and
How Does It Work?
A heat pump combines cooling and heating in
one unit. When cooling, the heat pumps operates
like an air conditioner, removing the heat from
indoors and transferring it outdoors. In the
winter the heat pump takes heat from the outdoor
air and transfers it inside your home. Even
at freezing temperatures, there is heat in the
outdoor air that can be used to warm a home
with a heat pump. To raise the heat pump's output
on very cold days, electric resistance heaters
are installed in the indoor section of the unit.
But these days the units have hyper heat techonlogy
where you do not need the electrical heat strips
in the unit, they have low ambient features
as well, along with hyper heat some units are
able to produce heat in temps as low as minus
13 deg F.
A Heat Pump is an electrical device that takes
heat from one place and transfers it to another.
A heat pump transfers heat by circulating environmentally
friendly refrigerant through a cycle of evaporation
and condensation. A compressor then pumps the
refrigerant between two heat exchange coils.
In one coil the refrigerant is evaporated at
low pressure and absorbs the heat from the surroundings.
The refrigerant is then compressed on the way
to the other coil where it condenses at high
pressure. Now the heat pump releases the heat
it absorbed earlier in the cycle. This process
is reversible for the summer months and the
heat pump acts as a cooling system.
Why
Purchase Klimaire Split Air Conditioner with
Heat Pump?
A heat pump is the most energy efficient way
to heat and cool your home.
Heat pumps utilize the renewable heat sources
in our surroundings in order to produce heat.
The air, ground and water provide useful heat
that is warmed up by the heat pump and delivered
into the home. Sources such as the air, ground
and water provide more heat than realized and
the heat pump makes use of these sources that
are continuously heated by the sun. With British
Columbia's mild weather conditions, having a
heat pump is the most logical, environmentally
friendly and efficient source of in-home heating
and cooling.
Can
I get Klimaire Split Air Conditioner ASAP?
Yes,
in most cases, we ship them within 24 hours
from one of our several locations across United
States. Most of our customers receive the units
within 2-5 business days.
How Do You Measure A
Heat Pump's Efficiency?
Heat pumps provide both cooling and heating,
so the efficiency is measured in two different
ways. When the heat pump cools, a SEER rating
or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio measures
the efficiency. The SEER rating is similar to
gas mileage on a car. The higher the SEER rating
the more efficient it is. Most of today's heat
pumps have a SEER rating between 13.0 and 19.0
SEER. When the heat pump heats the home, a Heating
Seasonal Performance Factor or HSPF rates the
efficiency. The HSPF rating works the same way
as the SEER rating does. The higher the HSPF,
the more efficient the system is. Most new units
today have a HSPF rating between 7.7 to 9.0
HSPF.
How does an air conditioner
work?
An air conditioner seems as if it cools your home's
air, but it actually makes your home less warm
by removing heat from the indoor air and transferring
that heat to the outdoor air. Heat is extracted
from the home by passing indoor air across a refrigerant
coil in the indoor unit. Refrigerant lines then
carry the heat to the outdoor unit, where it is
released into the outside air. The cooling cycle
continues until the indoor temperature reaches
the thermostat setting.
What does SEER mean?
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It is a system
for rating the efficiency of air conditioning
equipment. SEER is calculated by dividing the
cooling capacity in BTU/H, of a continuously
operating air conditioner, by the electric power
input, or watts, of power consumed. The higher
the SEER, the less the unit should cost to operate.
What
is R-410A?
R-410A is a hydro fluorocarbon (HFC), which
is an environmentally friendly refrigerant that
is considered by most to be the likely replacement
for R-22.
What
is Freon/R-22?
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC), known as R-22
has been used as a refrigerant for more than 40
years by HVAC manufacturers. While HCFC's
are considered safe for the environment they do
contain chlorine which is classed as an ozone-depleting
chemical. The Clean Air Act set a target date
of January 1, 2010 after which HVAC manufacturers
can no longer build products that use R-22. Manufacturers
of refrigerants will still be allowed to produce
R-22 until January 1, 2020 after which time only
recovery and recycling will provide R-22 for servicing
older installed systems.
Is
The Refrigerant Used In Klimaire Split Air Conditioner
Safe For The Environment?
All
of our units use environmentally friendly
R-410A refrigerant. This refrigerant does
not deplete the ozone layer and is seen as
the logical replacement for Freon R-22. Carrier
beat the competition by six years and introduced
Puron refrigerant or R-410A. Use of R-410A
adds to the efficiency and realiability of
a heat pump.
Are
there any good reasons for replacing my existing
system if it is still functioning?
You should consider replacing your system if
it is old with Klimaire Split Air Conditioner
or any other such brand's ductless air conditioners,
most likely your older units is less efficient
or depending upon the age and type of unit you
have, very soon it might need major repairs
in the near future. New systems can be 60% more
efficient than systems built only 10 years ago.
Normal wear and tear can reduce the efficiency
of your system. Another costly season of utility
bills or paying for an expensive failed part
can go a long way toward the cost of a new system.
How
do I know what Klimaire Split Air Conditioner
to buy?
Make sure the unit that you select is the correct
size for your needs. Systems that are too large
or too small can be inefficient. We would be
pleased to provide an energy analysis to show
you the true operating cost. If someone in the
family has allergies, an air filtration system
should be part of the installation. In
such cases LG units would be a better solution
for example.
What
does it mean to zone my house and why should
I zone my house?
A zoning system is designed for the many ways
you use your home. Maybe you're caught up in
family "thermostat wars"? Or perhaps you have
unoccupied areas that do not need conditioning?
Klimaire Split Air Conditioner zoning system
allows you to divide your home into separate
areas, giving you the comfort and control you've
always wanted. The main benefits of residential
zoning are: Comfort Zoning meets the
specific temperature and airflow requirements
of one area, without affecting other areas. Efficiency A
properly designed zoning system can save you
hundreds of dollars in energy costs each year. Control Zoning
divides the home into different areas and comfort
into different levels, giving you more choices
and control than ever before. Quiet Performance When
integrated with variable speed and/or two-stage
HVAC systems, zoning allows your heating and
cooling equipment to deliver peak performance
and efficiency without continually operating
at peak capacity. Lower speeds mean lower sound
levels.
What
else might be needed if I replace my old system?
With Klimaire Split Air Conditioner, there is
nothing much needed. No need for duct work.
No need for expensive wood work or renovation
needed.
How
long should my unit last?
With proper maintenance, industry averages suggest
that an air conditioner should last 15-18 years
(high humidity/salt air applications may be less
than that) and a gas furnace should last as long
as 20 or 25 years. Klimaire Split Air Conditioner
can easily last 20-25 years as well, as long as
it is well maintained.
How
often should I change or clean my filters?
Dirty filters should be washed regularly or
replaced every few years to prevent equipment
from working harder, resulting in energy waste
and possibly causing damage to your unit. Filters
should generally be replaced every month when
the system is running. Filters should be replaced
with the same kind and size as your original
filter. If the filter is not disposable, follow
the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning
it.
Should
I cover my outdoor unit in the winter?
Covering the unit is not necessary. Air conditioners
are built to withstand a wide range of climate
changes. Rain even helps keep your unit clean.
Since heat pumps run all year long, they should
not be covered.
Should
I set my thermostat fan to the "ON" position
so the fan runs all the time? (not available
with all brands and models)?
There are advantages. One is full-time filtering
of the air in your home. Another is that you
can maintain a more even temperature throughout
your home.
What
causes indoor air pollution?
Many everyday household items contribute to
poor indoor air quality. Compounds found in
carpeting, furniture, upholstery and drapery
fabric consistently emit gas or fumes. Other
sources of pollutants can include, but are not
limited to, cleaning agents, paints and personal
care products. Also, newer homes that are
tightly sealed for energy efficiency tend to
limit air circulation, which can contribute
to a buildup of contaminants. Likewise, things
like weather stripping and storm doors keep
stale air in and fresh air out.
How
can I improve my indoor air quality?
There are five basic strategies for outsmarting
indoor air pollution: Identify the problem:
The first step toward better indoor air is to
identify the types of pollutants present in
the home. The best way to do this is to schedule
an in-home air-quality test. Reduce concentrations
of particles and bioaerosols
Routine cleaning and housekeeping helps reduce
indoor air pollutants, but these simple fixes
are not cure-alls. Some contaminants are so
small that they may escape through the vacuum
or never land on a surface. Lennox HEPA filtration
systems, electronic air cleaners, high-efficiency
air filters capture even the smallest of particles
and bioaerosols. Reduce or eliminate chemical
vapors and odors
Chemical vapors and odors can come from many
different sources inside and outside the home.
Once inside the home, these potentially toxic
pollutants circulate through the ductwork, entering
every room and living space. A Lennox air purification
system removes and destroys 50% of household
chemical vapors and odors within 24 hours. Ventilate
Your Home
Today's modern homes are well-insulated and
sealed to conserve energy, which means airborne
pollutants have no way to escape. Klimaire Split
Air Conditioner help remove particles and bioaerosols
by exchanging stale, recirculated indoor air
with fresh, filtered outside air.
Control
Temperature and Humidity
Improper humidity levels and high temperatures
can actually increase concentrations of particles
and bioaerosols. Lennox SignatureStat™ and
thermostats regulate moisture levels and temperatures
to improve indoor air quality and enhance comfort.