Energy Saving Tips
- Ensure all doors and windows are closed when the Heat Pump is on.
- Turning the unit to a higher or lower setting will not make it heat or cool faster, this will only waste energy.
- Don't let the heat build up and then try to cool the room quickly. It is more efficient to start the unit earlier in the day and let it cool gradually and maintain the temperature.
- If cold weather is forecast, have the timer bring the room up to temperature earlier. The air surrounding the outdoor unit can sometimes frost up and the heat pump may have to defrost. This will cause cool air to filter through the unit if it seizes or Freezes we recommend leaving he unit on even when not at home but turn it down to keep your home warm.
- Keep the area in front of the unit clear, to allow good air flow.
- Clean filters monthly.
Fujitsu Inverter Models Example Running Costs
Based on 12c per kw per hour over 8 hours of running
AST9L 3.6kw - 0.79c
AST9U 2.95kw - 0.89c
AST12L 4.8kw - 1.20c
AST12U 4.05kw - 1.28c
AST18L 6.25kw - 1.66c
AST18U 6.3kw - 1.92c
FACTS:
- Every 1kw of power consumed you get 3-4kw of heat (Spend $1 and get up to $4 worth of energy)
- Heating for winter and cooling for summer means that you can use your appliance all year round (you need to choose at selection time as cooling needs more energy than heating)
- Dehumidifies for a healthy home.
- Quiet, clean and safe run - no ash or smoke, no hot surfaces or pilot flames
- Filters the air removing dust and dirt - some models have extra filters that are suitable for asthmatics (some have self cleaning filters)
- Non-combustible gas in event of a leak
- Most models have timers that allow the unit to switch off or on
- New R410A gas is environmentally friendly and highly efficient
- Heat pumps are very quiet as the motor outside (all noisy components are in the exterior unit)and are fully insulated & weatherproof.
- Have adjustable temperature settings and most models have remote controls.
