Energy saving Tips

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Glossary of Terms

AFUE: Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. A measure of a gas furnace’s efficiency in converting fuel to energy – the higher the
rating, the more efficient the unit.

Coil: Are Combination metal coils with copper tubing and aluminum fins. Homeowners sometime have problems with this combination because of chemical reactions between the two different metals causing corrosion.

Compressor: The single most important component in an Air Conditioner, the heart of the system. The Compressor is the
pump that circulates the refrigerant through the system.

Energy Star: An Air Conditioner that meets or exceeds the minimum efficiency level of 13.00 SEER designed by the EPA for Energy Star recognition.

HSPF: Heating Seasonal Performance Factor. The rating used in measuring the heating efficiency of a heat pump. The
higher the number, the more efficient the unit.

Humidity: The amount of moisture in the air, a key factor in home comfort. High humidity can cause the air to feel sticky and moist. When the humidity is low the air feels dry. Most people are comfortable when the humidity is between 30 and 60
percent. Mold can grow if the humidity is too high.

HVAC: An industry acronym that stands for “heating, ventilation and air conditioning.”

NATE: This stands for North American Technician Excellence. NATE is the nationwide certification program for HVAC technicians working in the residential and commercial market.

SEER: Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. A measure of cooling efficiency for air conditioners and heat pumps.
The higher the SEER rating, the more efficient the Air Conditioner. The SEER rating is the total cooling output provided by the unit during its normal annual usage period, divided by its total energy consumption during the same period. The SEER rating is similar to the Miles Per Gallon rating for cars.

SEET: Seasonal Extreme Environmental Test lab. Trane’s torture chamber for heating and cooling systems, where five years of service are condensed into 16 weeks of grueling tests. If a product can’t live through the SEET lab, it’s not manufactured.

Split System: Most residential air conditioners are split systems meaning the coil is located indoors in an air handler and the condenser unit is located outdoors. Two copper lines called refrigerant lines connect the indoor air handler and outdoor condenser. These lines are filled with a refrigerant that travel in a closed loop between the coil and condenser.

The 13 SEER Standard

How it impacts you

The minimum energy efficiency standard for central air conditioning units is governed by US law and is regulated by the
Department Of Energy also known as the DOE.

Beginning January 1, 2006, the DOE has increased the Federal minimum efficiency standard for new central air
conditioners made in the US from 10 to 13 SEER, a 30% increase in efficiency.

SEER is the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. A measure of cooling efficiency for air conditioners and heat pumps.
The higher the SEER rating, the more efficient the Air Conditioner. The SEER rating is the total cooling output provided by
the unit during its normal annual usage period, divided by its total energy consumption during the same period. The SEER
rating is similar to the Miles Per Gallon rating for cars.

13+ SEER air conditioning systems have lower operating costs then 10 SEER air conditioning systems, reducing your
electric bill and saving you money in the long run. A 13 SEER Air Conditioner may cost more to purchase initially but will
cost you less to operate. A new air conditioner may feature many new technologies to enhance your comfort and provide
you years of reliability. Some of the new Air Cleaners offered with these new units are fantastic and can reduce the
pollutants in your air by upwards of 80%.

At Crane Air Conditioning we offer a full line of Air Conditioning products from 13 SEER to 19 and above SEER, a full
line of programmable thermostats and Humidistats, and a full line of Air Cleaners. Call us today for a free consultation.

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Filters

Change the air filter monthly. If dirt gets into your system it can greatly lessen its efficiency. A dirty air filter is an unnecessary waste of money as well as a potential health hazard.

AC Filters should be checked monthly and replaced or cleaned. Replacing your AC filter on a monthly basis is the best way
to help insure that your AC system will run smoothly for many years. A dirty Air Filter will reduce the air flow through your
Air Conditioner causing your Air Conditioner to work harder, be less efficient, cost you more in electricity to operate,
and generally reduce the life of your AC. Never operate your AC without a clean properly installed filter.

We recommend using Pleated or Hi Efficiency filters, and we recommend changing your filter monthly.

Did you know that you can save $150 per year in electricity costs by changing your AC Filter on a regular basis, you also save
the environment about 350 lbs of Carbon Dioxide.

Need a box of filters? Call Crane Air Conditioning at 954-486-4657, we take the hassle out of buying filters and we will deliver them to your home or office and show you how to install them. A Box of filters is 10 – 12 filters and will last you for one year.

We can also offer you a complete Air Quality Inspection for your home or office call us for details.

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Termostat

Keep your Thermostat set on “auto” instead of “on” so that the fan won’t be running constantly.

Try setting the temperature up a degree, each degree higher can save you up to 9% on your energy bill.

Use a programmable thermostat for temperature control 24 hours a day. During the day when no one is home, program the
thermostat to a higher temperature. This will save energy because the system won’t have to work as hard to maintain the
room temperature during the hottest part of the day.

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AC/Unit

Make sure you have an energy efficient air conditioning unit. If your air conditioner is more then 10 years old a newhigh-efficiency system could cut cooling costs considerably.

Make sure the outside part of your air conditioner, the condenser, is located in a cool shaded place. If the condenser heats
up due to exposure to the sun, its ability to exchange heat can be greatly reduced.

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Ductwork

Ductwork is the collection of tubes that distribute conditioned air throughout the house. Studies have shown that ductwork
leaks waste between 20 and 40 percent of your cooling and heating dollars. Have your ducts inspected for leaks every 4-5
years by a trained technician.

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Your Home

Make sure your house is properly insulated, to help conserve energy. All doors and windows that open to the outside of
the home should be closed when the air conditioner is in use.

Use ceiling fans to help circulate cooled air. Always turn fans off when you leave the room.

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Maintenance

When replacing your air handler, consider a variable speed air handler, they lower energy bills, are quiet and remove
considerably more humidity from the air. Variable speed air handlers remove up to 20 gallons of water a day from an
average house.

Have your air conditioning system checked twice a year, you will save money by making minor repairs rather than having to
replace a poorly maintained system. An air conditioner can run efficiently for years if it is properly maintained.

When replacing your roof, especially down here in South Florida, consider using a white or light color roof tile. White will
reflect the heat and keep you much cooler whereas black absorbs the heat and reduces energy efficiency.

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Yard

Keep dirt, leaves, and plants away from your outside unit as this can reduce air flow

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Humidistat

When you are home, set your Humidistat to the “ON” position and set your Thermostat to your desired temperature.

When you are away, set your Humidistat to 60 and set your Thermostat to 75 degrees.

About Your Humidistat:

Simply put, a Humidistat is used to help control the Humidity in your home or office. Humidity is the amount of moisture in
the air and is measured as a percent. If your air has greater then Sixty (60%) percent humidity then the chance of mold
and mildew growth is present.

A Humidistat is used to turn on your Air Conditioner when the Humidity, not the temperature in your house reaches a
certain level. As the Air Conditioner runs it removes water from the air reducing the Humidity. The Air Conditioner will run
until the Humidity level you set is reached.

Please note that there is no absolute guarantee that a Humidistat will completely eliminate mold and mildew from
growing in your Home or Office, there are many things that can promote mold and mildew growth, using a Humidistat
helps to control the Humidity in the air.

A Humidistat is normally used when you are away from your home or office for an extended about of time and you want
to maintain the air quality in your Home or Office.

Call Crane Air Conditioning at 954-486-4657 to schedule the installation of a Humidistat in your Home or Office. Most

Installations can be done in less then one hour.