How Does The Installation Position Affects The Cooling Performance of Air Conditioners?

When choosing air conditioners, most people are concerned about the brand, efficiency, and horsepower. They often miss a key factor, which is the installation position. In fact, even if you purchased a high-efficiency air conditioner, if the installation position is unconventional, then the cooling performance will be decreased and energy consumption will be high, or the life span will be shortened, etc. So how important is the installation position? How to choose a perfect position for installation? Here we will explain and help you pick out the best position to install your air conditioner.

I. The impact of improper indoor unit location

1. Uneven cooling, bad comfort feeling

If the air conditioner is installed on one side or locked by the furniture in the room, the cold air can not be spread evenly. This will easily lead to "one side cold, other side warm" and greatly discount the feeling of comfort.

2. Lower cooling efficiency, more energy consumption

The air conditioner starts frequently to adjust the temperature, consuming more electricity and damaging the air compressor easily. It's not cost-effective in the long run.

3. Blow directly toward human body; it triggers "air conditioner illness"

Installation at a lower position or facing the bed will make the cold air blow directly on the head or body, easily lead to "air conditioner illnesses" such as cold, headaches, muscle stiffness, etc.

The indoor unit shall be installed in the middle-upper part of the room, avoiding the positions that could blow directly on the human. The air vent is toward the open zone of the space, which is better for cold air to spread.

II. The impact of improper outdoor unit location

1. Bad radiation, lower cooling ability

If the outdoor unit is placed under direct sunlight or bad ventilation and the heat can not be radiated effectively, then the cooling efficiency will be greatly decreased.

2. More noise and vibration

Installing on window sills, corners, or weak structural areas can cause noise and vibration problems due to resonance or unstable support.

If the air conditioner is installed on window sills, corners, or weak structural areas, because of the resonance or unstable support, it will make noise and vibration problems.

3. Lifespan problem

Being long-term exposed to sunlight or heavy dust accumulation will accelerate the aging of the outdoor unit, influencing the lifespan of the whole unit.

The outdoor unit should be placed in a cool and ventilated location, such as a balcony, and keep a heat radiation area of at least 30 cm around it.

III. Common misconceptions inventory

IV. Advice for the best installation position.

• Bedroom: It should be installed in the upper position of the side wall, avoiding facing the bed.
• Living room: It's better to choose the position near the center of the ceiling or the unblocked wall.
• Office: Keep it away from the workplace, ensuring the cold air is dispersed in the activity area.
• Child's room: Avoid direct blowing and concern yourself with the adjustable wind direction.

V. Reasonable installation consumes half the efforts

Whether your home air conditioner works well or not, the installation position determines. Proper installation can not only improve cooling efficiency and energy-saving effects but also extend the lifespan and secure family health. As for an air conditioner, 30% is based on the quality and 70% is on the installation. Please refer to the professional guidance before installation, or give this job to the servicemen.