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Ducted Reverse Cycle Systems - Airconditioning Hints & Tips Guide

General Operation Tips:

Set Temperature:

• Cooling is ideally set around 24 degrees. Lowering by 1 degree will increase running costs by 10%. Further lowering of the temperature will possibly risk overheating the unit during a heatwave.
• Heating is ideally set to around 21 degrees.

Fan Speed:

• Cooling: Medium to high
• Heating: Low to Medium
• Auto fan will adjust the speed automatically for you.

Zone Control:

• Always set the zone switches to the desired areas before turning the unit on. To prolong the life of a zone motor always turn the unit off before adjusting zones.
• On extreme temperature days limit the zoned areas to a minimum. This will lower your running costs and help to achieve the desired temperature.
• ZONES - do not exceed units gross capacity.
• Conditioning areas greater than the units capacity will result in increased running costs and a possible reduced lifespan.

Minimum and Maximum Outlets: WILL NOT DO COMPLETE HOME.

• Maximum example: All living areas, i.e. Family, lounge & kitchen/meals.
• Minimum example: 4hp - 4 outlets, 5hp - 5 outlets, 6hp - 6 outlets.

Maintenance:

• Ensure peak performance by having the equipment serviced annually.
• Filters - to be cleaned every 2 months by giving the filter a wash with the hose.
• Ensure that the outdoor unit is clear of rubbish, bins, plastic bags, leaves, dog hair, etc

Before Calling For Help:

Poor airflow and performance

• Filters are probably dirty (Remove filters and clean).
• Keep outdoor unit clear of any obstruction that may interfere with airflow around the unit.

Unit Suddenly Shuts Down During Extreme Conditions (heat & cool)"

• Possibly overload - turn the unit off for 1/2 hour & turn on to reset.
• Ensure that the thermostat temperature is adjusted to bring the temperature gradually to your desired level.