Heating with air conditioners - why is it worth it? From the series "Heating, air conditioning ventilation - trends 2022".
In an era of ubiquitous priceiness, and fear of high bills in the coming autumn-winter season, each of us is looking for ways to reduce the cost of daily living. A significant expense we will soon face is heating costs. Many of us are considering various solutions, comparing which will be the cheapest this winter. However, replacing a heat source is a sizable investment that often requires a lot of money and time to install. Is this also the case with air conditioners?
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Heating with an air conditioner - how is it even possible?
Air conditioning is still associated by many of us with friendly coolness on hot days. However, not everyone knows that air conditioners are - from a technological point of view - air-to-air heat pumps. Heat is extracted from the room and, thanks to the work of the heat pump - transferred to the air outside. In the case of heating, the path of heat transfer is exactly the opposite. Heat is extracted from outside, that is, from the air, and then returned to the building.
Air conditioners, therefore, are great as a source of heat, especially during transitional periods, in spring or autumn. You can also find ones that will efficiently heat in winter as well!
U-Crown Champagne
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Efficient heating - the new face of air conditioning
Thanks to the many years of efforts of Gree engineers, the brand has introduced air conditioners, characterized by high heating efficiency, operation up to extremely low outdoor temperatures and a number of functions to support efficient heating of rooms. The Amber Prestige and U-Crown models in question are even designed for heating. These units have a two-stage compressor and crankcase heaters for the compressor and drip tray, making them capable of heating rooms even when it's -30°C outside. Importantly, at the same time they maintain high heating efficiency (even more than 90% at -25°C) and are very energy efficient. Amber Prestige 2.7 and 3.5 kW models are distinguished by the highest cooling and heating energy efficiency class A+++. The high level of energy efficiency is also evidenced by the COP (heating coefficient of performance). For the best models, this coefficient can reach up to 4.70 under standard conditions. This means that of the heat/cooling provided, only about 20% comes from electricity, and the remaining almost 80% is practically obtained free of charge. In the technical specifications of cooling and heating equipment, you may also encounter the designation SCOP. SCOP is simply the seasonal heating efficiency. In addition to SCOP, the other important parameter to consider when selecting an air conditioner is EER (or SEER), or energy efficiency ratings for cooling mode.
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In the context of heating in the Gree brand's offer, it is also worth noting the Fairy models, available in three color versions, and the Lomo Luxury Plus, which exhibit high performance and wide operating ranges of outdoor temperatures. These models are able to provide thermal comfort in the room even when the outside temperature drops to -25°C.
Heating with air conditioners - why is it worth it?
Using air conditioners as a source of heat brings many benefits. In addition to high efficiency and energy savings, which translate directly into lowering our bills, it is worth noting the speed and precision of obtaining the set temperature. The devices are able to raise the temperature of the air in the room by up to several degrees in several minutes. This depends, among other things, on the selected efficiency, ambient conditions and characteristics of the room.
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The second important aspect is the ease of operation of these devices. Operation of air conditioners requires the user only to switch on from the standard remote control the heating mode, temperature setting and fan gear. Once activated, the unit is able to operate virtually unattended. What's more, selected Gree air conditioners offer additional control options: remotely from a smartphone via the Gree+ WiFi app, via a wall-mounted controller or a BMS gateway.
In addition, air conditioners as a heat source are environmentally friendly. They do not directly generate any pollutants, so by using them we are making a real impact on the cleanliness of the air in our neighborhood. The device, unlike solid fuel boilers, also does not generate any solid waste. This is an excellent source of heat that also wins over its traditional counterparts in terms of cleanliness of operation.
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It's worth remembering that when we buy an air conditioning unit with a heating function (heat pumps), we can receive subsidies from programs such as My Heat and Clean Air, or deduct the cost of purchase and installation under the thermal modernization tax credit. This is undoubtedly a big plus in favor of choosing an air conditioner as a heat source in our home.
Comfort and health every day
During the heating season, when the quality of the air outside leaves much to be desired, it is important to note another important advantage of Gree air conditioners. In addition to standard mesh filters that catch large dust-type contaminants, they also have ionizers, and each model can be retrofitted with catalytic or antibacterial filters. Gree also offers UV lamps, which installed in wall air conditioners, eliminate microorganisms, viruses and bacteria from the air. This allows us to enjoy clean and healthy air all year round.
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Gree air conditioners are undoubtedly excellent devices for heating and cooling rooms, whose functional solutions go hand in hand with energy-efficient operation. Installation of split air conditioners, carried out by a Gree Authorized Installer, gives us as much as 7 years of warranty in the case of Amber Prestige, Soyal and U-Crown models, and 5 years for other models. It's worth taking advantage of Gree air conditioners and ensure your comfort without worrying about your bills this winter.
For more information, visit the company's Free Polska Sp. z o.o. | GREE page on the PdA portal.
