Cool Breezes Await: Unveiling the Best Position for Your AC Unit
As summer swelter ensues and the sun beats down with relentless intensity, we all crave an oasis of crisp, refreshing air within the confines of our homes. The quest for comfort drives us to explore the realm of air conditioning, a marvel of modern innovation that promises relief from the oppressive heat. But dear reader, have you ever wondered if there exists a secret formula for maximizing the cooling power of your trusted AC unit? Eager to unlock the enigma, we delve into the depths of positioning, unveiling the elusive answer that will forever transform the way you experience coolness. So embark on this thrilling journey as we guide you through the maze of AC positioning to discover the very best spot in your abode to savor those precious gusts of icy air. Dive in, dear reader, and immerse yourself in the pursuit of ultimate comfort!
Where should your split system air conditioner be installed?
There are a few simple rules to follow when choosing a location for your split system air conditioner. They include:
Install it where it’s needed most
Where do you spend most of your time when you’re at home? For most people, that would be the lounge so a central spot in this room is usually a great place to install your split system unit. However, if you work from home or struggle to sleep on warm nights, your home office and/or bedroom may also be good options.
Choose a central location in the room
Generally, it’s a good idea to install your split system air conditioner in a central location in a room so that it can heat or cool the entire space efficiently. It also may be a good idea to install it right above where you usually are when you’re in the room. For example, your couch in your lounge or your office chair in your office.
Make sure it’s installed high on the wall (2+ metres)
Hot air rises to the top of a space while cool air sinks to the bottom. Because of this, cool air distributes around your room much better if your air conditioner is installed high – above 2 metres if possible.
Ensure there’s at least 15 cm clearance around the unit
Air conditioners require clearance on each side so that there’s proper airflow around the unit.
Whole house or room cooling & heating?
Another thing to think about when considering where to install your split system air conditioner is whether you want to heat one room or your entire home.
If you’re planning to heat just one room, the rule above applies – install your split system air conditioner where it’s needed most. But if you want to heat your entire home, it’s best to install your split system air conditioner in a central position in your property.
It’s important to ensure that you choose a split system air conditioner that’s powerful enough to heat and cool your entire home so take a look at our guide to choosing the right size air conditioner to get started.
Installing a split system air conditioner in your bedroom
Where should you install a split air conditioner in your bedroom? If you place it too close to your bed, it could keep you up or dry you out by blowing cold/hot air all over you. On the other hand, if you don’t place it centrally, it might not be effective or efficient.
To get around this, buy a unit with louvres and direction control like Carrier’s range of split system air conditioners. You can place these in a central position above, to the side or at the foot of your bed and change the direction of the louvres so that the unit doesn’t blow air directly onto you.
Positioning your split system air conditioner’s outdoor unit
When it comes to choosing where to install your split AC, you also have to consider the positioning of the outdoor unit. It should be:
- Away from direct sunlight as much as possible (the south or south east side of your home away from the afternoon sun is often a good location).
- In an open space where air can flow around the unit.
- Accessible for carrying out maintenance and repairs.
- Installed on a rigid flat surface if possible to reduce vibration.
- As close to the indoor unit as possible to maximise efficiency.
The question of where to install split AC in your room should be the first you ask when you consider purchasing a new unit. Take a little time to consider the ideal location and get professional help when installing and your air conditioner will work better and cost less to run.
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Tips to keep in mind before installing indoor AC
1. For Rectangular Room
If your room is rectangular in shape or to say one wall is longer than the other wall.
Then installing the air conditioner on the longer wall would be better because here the airflow will distribute better in the room.
If the AC is installed on the shorter wall, one side of the room will be cooler and the other side will get less cool.
2. Leave some space from the ceiling
We know that AC should be wall mounted on the wall higher but not too high such that it touches the ceiling.
Leave at least 15 cm space above the split AC.
The split AC sucks room air from the top side before it can further cool and send it back to the room. If there is no space above the AC it will have a hard time to work.
Servicing and cleaning will also become troublesome as the air filters are removed from the top side only.
At the time of servicing the technician will have to dismount the split ac before it can be checked properly.
In a 10 feet room, fixing the split AC at 7-8 feet would be an ideal position.
3. Should not be installed above Almirah or Wardrobe
The indoor unit should not be placed above a wardrobe as it will restrict AC’s airflow which will further lead to poor cooling of the room, less efficiency for the AC and high power consumption.
There should be no interruption in the airflow of AC.
It’s best to place the indoor unit on a wall such that there is nothing beneath it.
4. Should not be installed above a Door
Door is the opening where cold air rushes outside and we often open the door to get inside or outside.
We have other chores to do like eating, bathing, grocery, etc and that is why the door will be opened many times.
If you place the split AC just above the door, the cool air will rush outside.
Your room may never get cool, the AC’s compressor may have to run forever increasing the power consumption and electricity bill.
So never install AC above the door.
5. Should not be installed above electronic devices
Your air conditioner can sometimes release water or leak water from its cabinet. This can affect anything beneath it.
That is why it should not be placed above the TV or work station or any electronic device which is fixed or has a defined space for it.
Servicing the AC by a technician also becomes troublesome if the TV is placed below the AC.