Here are a few suggestions on how to install and maintain your portable air conditioner in order to ensure that it lasts long and is well cared for. This will ensure that you receive many years of comfortable and enjoyable temperature regulation.

Correct installation of a portable air conditioning unit:
Installing a portable air conditioner must be done correctly. First check your electrical wiring to ensure that is matches your air conditioner. Never make use of an extension cable ever. Do not install a window unit in an area created for a wall unit as you stand the chance of damaging the unit. Always ensure that you follow the rules and regulations of the manufacturer. When you are not sure, speak to a specialist. In optimum conditions, an air conditioner should be placed on the north side of the home or office to avoid any additional exposure to sun light. Ensure that your air conditioner is always level. When your portable air conditioner has been installed, carefully caulk every air leakage. Never block the vents with anything including curtains, blinds or furniture. Nothing must interfere with the vents.

The correct maintenance of a portable air conditioner:
The maintenance of a portable air conditioner is vital. A portable unit requires very little maintenance. You can normally keep it in good working condition by taking out the dust often and cleaning the air filters at least once time throughout the summer. If you notice a dip in efficiency, consult with a professional or the manufacturer to ensure that it is not something bigger.

Correct installation of a stationary air conditioning unit:
Installation of a stationary unit requires a few suggestions. Check municipal standards when it comes to the placement and noise level of portable air conditioners. Where possible, purchase a portable air conditioner that creates a little amount of noise. Or, install the unit on a noise reduction platform or in an area where the noise will not interfere with anyone else. (or in other words away from windows, patios or neighbors homes or offices) In optimum conditions an air conditioner should be installed or placed on the north side of the property to hamper any direct exposure to sun light. Do not place or install underneath eaves though.

The maintaining of a stationary unit is simple. Stationary units need very basic maintenance, which includes during the outside and checking the filters. But as they are more detailed than portable units, we suggest having them looked over by a professional once a year for the best prevention, at the start of summer for air conditioners and at the closing of summer, prior to the beginning of the heating season, for heat pumps. This is best. Iceboys is able to assist you with all your air conditioning requirements, especially when you need a portable air conditioning unit for your home or office!

A portable air conditioner that has been cared for properly can last up to ten years. Stationary units last for about ten to fifteen years on average. Central pumps last from eight to fifteen years on average. Life spans depend on the unit, the installation being correct and general care and maintenance of the unit.

Normally speaking, the majority of portable air conditioner units come standard and complete with a warranty on the actual unit as well as the parts. You are able to purchase an extended or longer warranty or guarantee at a cost.

Before discarding your old portable air conditioner, contact your municipality to find out if it contains hazardous waste items. Old air conditioners use CFC or chlorofluorcarbon as a refrigerant, which is a strong hazard to the environment. Don't just throw out your old one as it can cause environmental damage. Air conditioners have a restricted capability to refresh the air in your home or office. So, it is vital to make sure that your natural ventilation is maintained by regular opening of windows and doors to prevent the air from becoming stale.

Capacity is expressed in Btu / h or tons, capacity is the maximum speed at which the unit is able to draw heat out of a room, be it your home or office or alternate property.
Btu/h simply means British thermal unit per hour. A unit for recording the heat output of heating systems or the cooing output of air conditioners. Once Btu is the same as the amount of heat let off by a candle. If this amount of heat is let out for one hour, the result is simply one Btu/h.

Ton - a unit of measure the same as twelve thousand Btu/h or British thermal unit per hour of 3.5 kW. A decibel is a unit of sound measurement. Sound that is audible starts at ten decibels or dB.