The air conditioner has entered tightly into the daily life of most people. It is used at home, in offices, shopping centers - almost everywhere. With it, you can easily and quickly both cool and heat the room. But with huge demand, most consumers really do not know about all its capabilities. No less number of people are little oriented in the designations of the buttons on the air conditioner remote control. This article will help you understand this issue.
Types and features
Remotes from the air conditioner are divided into:
- infrared;
- wired.
Infrared remotes are considered to transmit a signal due to radiation. This system is used in wall-mounted split systems, cassette, ceiling air conditioners, as well as in some models of window air conditioners. Infrared remotes are convenient to use, but their range is limited to 8 meters, while keeping in mind that after5 meters, malfunctions may occur due to bright lighting. This type of control is not suitable for systems installed above the recommended values, as well as those models in which the indoor units are hidden behind false ceilings or plasterboard structures.
Infrared remotes have a self-diagnosis system, so during a failure, the indicator lights on the indoor unit of the split system begin to flash, so that the service department will need less time to diagnose and repair.
Wired control the air conditioner at any distance. In case of malfunctions, an error code is displayed on the display, which makes diagnosis even easier than with an infrared remote control. Wired type of control allows you to control the operation of 4-8 air conditioners. Some models have an optional temperature sensor to help ensure optimal performance.
NEAT
Regardless of the manufacturer of the split system, the main designations on the air conditioner remote control can be distinguished.
HEAT - heating, temperature up to 30 degrees. This mode is used to heat the air in the room. It has a designation on the air conditioner control panel in the form of a sun. The program automatically raises the temperature to the set temperature as soon as it starts to fall. It is important to know that each appliance has its own limitations when used in cold weather. Restrictions in work can be from -5 to -15 degrees independing on the specifications of the air conditioner. Do not neglect the rules of operation of the device in order to avoid breakdowns. When choosing an air conditioner, it is important to know the conditions under which it can be used. There are models in which there are no restrictions.
COOL
This mode cools the room in hot weather up to 16-18 degrees. This function is considered the main one and is present in any air conditioner. It has a designation on the air conditioner remote control in the form of a snowflake. Cooling occurs due to the filled refrigerant, which slowly takes heat from the room due to gas formation and releases warm air into the street. The power of the air conditioner should be selected at the rate of one kilowatt per 8-10 square meters, under such conditions the device will work most optimally. When using the cool mode, the most favorable temperature is 16-18 degrees, if not enough, you can turn on the fan.
DRI
The dehumidification function is designed to change the set temperature by several degrees to actively remove high humidity in the room. This mode is identical to COOL, but at very low fan speeds of the indoor unit of the split system. Combining the function with room cooling means providing more comfortable air. The DRI mode helps to quickly dry the space and get rid of high humidity, it is easier to endure the heat and stop the development of mold. Some air conditioner models have special sensors that reactautomatic activation of this function in case of deviation from the norm. For example, there is this designation on the remote control of the Gree air conditioner. In this mode, it is impossible to program and maintain humidity indicators.
Air dehumidification occurs in this way:
- The fan is active for the first 10 minutes.
- The next 5 minutes is on pause.
- Then 2 minutes of enhanced ventilation.
Do not use this mode near open sources of moisture, such as a swimming pool. In this case, other drying methods should be used.
FAN
The function is similar to the fan, use it to change the air conditioner blowing speed. In this mode, the cooling and heating equipment does not function, but only air is taken from the street. Suitable for homes with central heating. In some models, you can only turn on the ventilation of the room without taking air from the street. Manufacturers most often provide customers with 3 rotation speeds to choose from, and the mode independently selects the most suitable blowing speed.
AUTO
The function maintains the room temperature at 22-24 degrees, as it is considered the most comfortable for a person. The setpoint is adjusted every half hour. In this mode, the temperature indicators on the display of the control panel are not displayed.
TURBO
A mode in which air flows at high speed throughout the room. If there isthe ability to turn off the air intake from the street, you can quickly mix the layers of air. This way the room temperature will be the same.
SLEEP
The mode is used during sleep to create favorable conditions. In this mode, the temperature changes for 6-8 hours, gradually increasing or decreasing the air temperature by 1 degree in order not to overcool or overheat the sleeping person. If the air conditioner is working for heating, then the temperature rises, if it works for cooling, it drops.
SWING
This mode is used to fix or change the position of the split system blinds. Thanks to this mode, the air is distributed evenly throughout the room. Some remotes display louver movements.
AUTORESTART
This mode is not indicated on the remote control, but its presence is very important. This program is triggered by an unexpected power outage, automatically resuming the operation of the air conditioner in the set mode when the electricity appears again.
Standard Modes
The main functions of the air conditioner are: dehumidification, cooling and heating the air in the room. The modes and their designation on the air conditioner remote control should be studied in advance in order to know the technical capabilities of the equipment. Cooling occurs due to the transition of the liquid state of the refrigerant into a gaseous state, which is carried out due to the intake of warm air from the room, and when heated, the process occurs in reverse.
Each air conditioner has basic and additional modes, which directly depend on the manufacturer and model of the device. Designation of icons on the remote control of the air conditioner:
- Cool - cooling, looks like a snowflake.
- Heat - heating, indicated on the air conditioner remote control by the sun.
- Dry - dehumidification, image of a drop.
- Fan - a fan with the corresponding pattern.
- Sleep - night mode, star image.
- Lock - childproof.
- Led – display backlight for working in the dark.
Accessibility
Some manufacturers, in pursuit of the consumer, are trying to improve air conditioners with additional options. Some of them become very useful as a result of operation. So, accessibility includes:
- Comfort setting - able to turn on the air conditioner in the optimal mode calculation mode. As a rule, in this mode, 20 degrees for heating is considered optimal, 25 degrees for cooling the room.
- Air purification - due to built-in filters of various degrees of purification. It can be coarse - it helps to remove large particles of dirt, and fine - it can even cope with pollen. In addition, the air conditioner can be equipped with filters that absorb odors. Street dust settles on the filters, and the air in the room always remains fresh. Such a designation on the remote control of the Samsung air conditioner can be found.
- 3D-flow - directs the air flow alongvertical. The consumer uses this function when he is afraid of catching a cold. On the remote control of the air conditioner, it will be marked lfeel.
- Ionization - saturates the room with ions with negative charges. The option is designed to improve the immunity and well-being of a person. In the reviews of some consumers it is said that during ionization there is a feeling of a breeze. There is this designation on the LG, Mitsubishi air conditioner remote control in some models
- Filtration and purification of air - this function is not available in all models of the air conditioner, it is carried out due to stepped filters. It helps to clean the air of dust, dirt and various microorganisms, and also helps to get rid of unpleasant odors. The function is indispensable for people prone to allergies and pet owners.
- Defrosting the heat exchanger - maintains the performance of the air conditioner for a long time. This mode reduces the load on the refrigerant during refrigeration during cooling.
The set of additional functions directly depends on the manufacturer and model of the split system. The designations on the Mitsubishi air conditioner remote control will differ from those of other manufacturers. Before buying a unit, you need to consult with the seller or familiarize yourself with the options using the instructions that are included in the kit.
So, each air conditioner is equipped with the following functions: dehumidification, heating and cooling. In addition, each manufacturer tries to surprise the consumer and diversifydevice capabilities. Therefore, when choosing an air conditioner, it is important to study the feature set of the model you like.
