Why Your Air Conditioner May Not Be Working (Or Working Well)
July 2nd, 2009 . by adminLow energy efficiency ratio. An air conditioner model with high efficiency is important. At minimum, air conditioners need to have a seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) of 13. Higher SEER ratings will equal greater savings. Look for an Energy Star sticker that gives the energy efficiency rating or calculate the rating yourself by dividing the watt rating into the BTU. unique central air conditioning unit Dirty filters block air flow and will reduce your air conditioning system’s efficiency greatly. Air that does get through may carry dirt to the evaporator coil and limit the coil’s heat-absorbing ability. Dirty evaporator coil. Even with a clean filter, the evaporator coil will still collect dirt, just not as fast.
