What are Your Aircons Settings and What Do They Do?
Your aircon settings, when used correctly can greatly improve the efficiency and longevity of your air conditioner. However, this is easier said than done as air conditioners have a myriad of settings and each manufacturer uses different names or signs. This page will break down what some of the most common settings are and when you should use them.
Cooling Mode
The cooling mode is usually represented by a snowflake on your remote air conditioner and is possibly the most commonly used air con setting in Australia. The cooling function uses the low-pressure refrigerant in the indoor unit to draw heat out of the room and into the cool refrigerant, where the heat is transferred out into the ambient outdoor air. This is why when this setting is active the outdoor unit will be blowing warm air out. This setting can make the indoor unit more prone to condensation building up in the system however most modern properly installed air conditioners are adept at dealing with the increase in condensation. This mode is perfect for hot days when you want an escape from the hot Australian summers. One thing to note with the cooling mode is to use it efficiently it is recommended that you turn your aircon on earlier in the day before it starts to heat up as the system doesn't have to work as hard to get your home down to temp allowing for greater efficiency.
Heating Mode
The heating mode on your air conditioner does practically the opposite of the cooling mode on an air conditioner. When in the heating mode the air conditioner will pump high-pressure refrigerant through the indoor system this high-pressure refrigerant heats the air that is blown over the refrigerant pipes by the system. Therefore cold winter days are the perfect time to run the heating function to warm your home up.
Fan Mode
Fan mode is the simplest of all the modes and does as it says in the name, the fan mode will blow air around the room. This mode does not provide any cooling effects like a ceiling or pedestal fan it purely just moves air around the room. This mode is best used when the temperature is comfortable and you just want air circulated in a room to stop it from becoming stuffy.
Auto Mode
Auto mode combines all the different modes of an air conditioner to keep your room or home at a constant set temperature. This mode monitors the humidity and temperature of your room and when it gets too warm or too cold it will turn the air conditioner on or increase the fan speed to bring the room back to the desired temperature. This model is perfect for offices or your home during the day when the system is on for extended periods. This mode is also one of the most efficient modes on your airconditioner as most units are programmed to keep as efficient as possible in this mode to save you energy.
Dry Mode
Dry mode is one of the least used modes on air conditioners but is an incredibly useful tool for Australia's humid days. In dry mode, your air conditioner will cool the refrigerant indoors to below the dew point this increases the condensation build-up in the unit drawing humidity out of the air. A water droplet usually represents this mode and it is perfect for humid days where the humidity is oppressive but the air temperature isn't that high. Another note with the dry mode is it can be used early in the morning instead of turning your cooling mode on to draw the humidity out of the room then you can switch it to cooling mode to increase its efficiency. The dry mode can also put greater stress on your system so check your unit's manuals first to see how long they advise you to run this mode.
Silent or Quiet Mode
Silent or quiet mode is usually represented by a speaker with an x or a person 'sushhhhing' (as seen above). This mode will drop the fan speed as low as possible and reduce the amount of air being cooled to make the system as quiet as possible, making this system perfect for once your room or home is at the desired temperature or overnight to create the perfect sleeping environment.
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Cool, Dry or Fan Mode: What Mode Should I Use For My Air Conditioner? | Daikin Malaysia