Frequently Asked Questions
Room Size and Capacity
The size and capacity of an Air Conditioning Unit being installed depends on the size of the room it is heating or cooling. The larger the room, the larger an air conditioning unit will have to be.
- Undersized Air Conditioning Units will have to work harder therefore not energy efficient.
- Oversized Air Conditioning Units are a drain on energy and expensive to run.
Room Size and Capacity
- Office: 125 watts (0.125kW) per square metre, a 30m² Office should require 3.75kW
- Retail: 140 watts (0.140kW) per square metre, a 100m² Office should require 14kW
Type of Air Conditioning System Required
- Ducted Unit: Cooling/ Heating multiple rooms through a large fan. It pumps air around the building through ducts, which are housed in the ceiling cavity.
- Split system: A split system Air Conditioning Unit is suitable for Cooling/ Heating one or more rooms.
- Multi-split system: Utilising one outdoor unit, with multiple indoor units inside to distribute the air throughout the area.
- Portable: Small and movable from room to room. Portable units are suitable for small spaces.
Technical Terms You Should Know
- Reverse cycle: The reverse cycle Air Conditioning Unit reverses its operation to provide heating or cooling, as required.
- Inverter system: Alters fan and motor speeds. This enables faster Cooling/Heating of a room. The inverter Air Conditioning Unit does not have to switch itself on and off and uses less energy to maintain a constant temperature.
Noise Level
- Generally, the indoor noise level is very low. Outdoor noise levels can be slightly higher, XL Air can advise on decibel level.
Filters
- It is recommended to clean your filters every couple of weeks. Clean filters prevent bacteria and allergens being recycled through the room.