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Many households have the habit of placing a water basin in the air-conditioned room to add humidity. However, this method is known to pose health risks as the water vapor attracts dust, dirt, and bacteria, leading to illnesses...
1. Common Errors Leading to Air Conditioner Rapid Deterioration and Tripled Electricity Bills
Many households have the habit of placing a water basin in the air-conditioned room to add humidity. However, this method is known to pose health risks as the water vapor attracts dust, dirt, and bacteria, leading to illnesses.
Continuous Temperature Fluctuation
Many people have the habit of continuously adjusting the temperature, thinking it saves electricity. In reality, excessive adjustments disrupt the normal operation of the machine.
Most modern air conditioners nowadays come with sensors to maintain a stable temperature, avoiding excessive heat or cold. Therefore, manual adjustments are not really necessary, as they consume electricity and reduce the lifespan of the air conditioner.
Activate the Dry Mode function
Recently, there has been a trend to activate the Dry Mode function on air conditioners and simultaneously turn on the fan at a low speed to save electricity while also providing a cooler and more breathable environment. However, in reality, Dry Mode is only effective on long rainy days or when humidity is low. At such times, the air conditioner running in Dry mode functions as a dehumidifier, reducing the moisture in the air and making it more comfortable.
On hot summer days when the air is already dry, activating the Dry mode not only causes discomfort due to dryness but also increases electricity costs for running an additional fan.
Regularly keep doors closed
Turning on the air conditioner means closing the doors tightly to prevent cold air from escaping, which consumes electricity. However, a common issue arises: if you continuously use the air conditioner in a small room, you may feel constantly tired and heavy, as if lacking oxygen to breathe. This is because the air in a closed room can become 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air if you frequently keep the doors tightly shut.
Therefore, the best approach is to create a small gap to allow air circulation. Choose a newer generation air conditioner with air purification and bacteria elimination functions to ensure the room is well-ventilated as if breathing naturally.
Place a bowl of water in the air-conditioned room
Many families have the habit of placing a bowl of water in the air-conditioned room to add humidity. However, doctors warn that this practice can be hazardous to health as the water vapor attracts dust and bacteria, leading to illnesses.
Some households even purchase misting machines to increase humidity, but this is unnecessary, especially for families with young children. Children inhaling excessive moisture in a humid environment can negatively affect their respiratory system, leading to conditions like pneumonia and coughing...
Installing an air conditioner in a hot corner of the room
Many believe that installing an air conditioner in the hottest area of the room, even in a corner, will quickly reduce temperature and create a cool atmosphere. However, this belief is entirely mistaken as it will cause the air conditioner to overwork, consuming more electricity than usual.
Instead, users should install the unit in cool, airy locations, ideally at the center of the room. This way, the room temperature can decrease quickly, gradually cooling down areas prone to accumulating heat, such as walls and corners.
Avoid infrequent maintenance of the unit
Air conditioners bring fresh air into the house and expel hot air laden with dust. Therefore, even if the unit appears to function well in the short term without air filters and regular maintenance, it can lead to respiratory issues for users.
Long periods of inactivity can lead to rapid deterioration of the air conditioner and increased electricity consumption.
Therefore, regularly clean and maintain the unit to ensure optimal performance, air quality, and energy efficiency.
Source: eva.vn
