Beat the Summer Heat - What Size A/C Do I Need?

A larger air conditioner will not always provide more cooling. It should be sized for the room area. If properly sized it should operate long enough to remove moisture from the air. It is the moisture removed from the room which actually produces the feeling of cooling. Unfortunately many people in their rush to purchase a window air conditioner buy too large a model.

Too large a unit can actually provide less cooling than a smaller, properly sized unit. This is because with an oversized air conditioner its run time is too short. Consequently it does not remove enough moisture from the room to produce a feeling of comfort. If youre A/C seems to cycle off and then back on every few minutes and does a poor job of cooling, it is probably oversized for the room.

Air conditioners are rated in BTUs. British Thermal Units are a measurement of how much heat is being transferred form the room being cooled to where the heat is dumped out of doors. This is why the cooing coil inside the room is cool to the touch, while the part that hangs outside is extremely hot.

A window air conditioner used in the average household room can be as low as 4000 BTU. While 5000, 6000, and 8000 are the most common sizes purchased.

How do I determine what size A/C I need? Following is a basic sizing chart for calculating the window air conditioner needed for a room. Calculate the size of the room by multiplying the width of the room by the length of the room. Use your room size to determine what BTU's are required to cool that particular room size.

room in sq ft-----room in sq m-----A/C size in BTU's

100 250............9 23............5000 6000

250 400...........23 37............6000 8500

400 550...........37 51............8000 11000

550 875...........51 81...........11000 15000

Based on a room occupied by two adults, having an average insulation, number of windows, and sun exposure.

Which is the best room for placement of an air conditioner?

Wherever it gives the most comfort is where it should be installed. If you only have one air conditioner then we usually suggest the bedroom. This is because most people find that if they can sleep comfortably during a hot summer night then their next days work will be a lot easier. Getting through a hot day at work becomes a lot easier when you know you will sleep comfortably that night.

Some people do not like a cool sleeping environment so they will tend to place it in a living room or family room. Or some people will place it in the family room because the whole family can sleep there. Get out the sleeping bags and turn it into an adventure for the young ones. Beats waking up in the morning to find a dog, cat, and four kids in the bed with you.

Also window air conditioner can be noisy, which may disturb sleep. Others find the drone of the fan actually promotes sleep because all the neighbourhood noises are drowned out. Some people say the air conditioner works as well as a sleeping pill

But whichever room you eventually pick dont expect the impossible from youre A/C. It is not meant to cool more than one room or one open area. Air conditioners will not cool other rooms? This is because the blower in a window air conditioner is not very powerful. It is sized to cool one open area, not a number of interconnected rooms. Therefore once again a couple of smaller units may be better for your home than one large unit.

Lastly, remember to properly secure the air conditioner in the window. Once installed a piece of wood to stop the window from being lifted up is a good idea. If you have wooden sills the simple addition of a wood screw at the top of the raised window (the one you had to raise to install the A/C) will only take a minute. Otherwise an intruder could gain access to the house by lifting the window and letting the A/C fall out. This could result in the loss of both your valuables and the air conditioner.

Copyright 2005 by Donald Grummett. All right reserved.

service manager of MG Appliance Repair Services in Ottawa, Canada. In the trade over 30 years as a technician, business owner, and technical trainer. For more information about appliances including FAQ, Stain guide, Recycling, and Newsletter visit http://www.mgservices.ca

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Callaway Golf Bags and Accessories

Golf is all about accessories. Usually golfers need one of the many things; they have to always carry along. When a golfer is looking for a lightweight golf bag with a variety of features there are plenty of options. Ask any pro about his choice of golf bags and accessories and the reply is often Callaway. The company produces high quality golf bags at affordable prices, in a wide assortment of styles and colours. While style is a key feature that can often persuade a buyer to purchase a particular type of bag, one of the most prominent and desired feature of a golf bag is its carrying capacity. Callaway golf bags are spaciously designed to carry golf clubs, balls and other items, making it among the few bags that have a reasonable amount of space and are quite popular in the market.

A key feature of a golf bag is its organisation. Forcing a golfer to go rummaging through their golf bag to find the desired club or some specific item can take some time and result in the golfer losing concentration. Callaway golf bags an exceptional quality golf bag. It is a must-have for any avid golfer who intends on playing or frequently plays competitive golf.

Callaway makes top quality bags like the Callaway Pencil Bag. The golf bags are lightweight and easy use, have a padded, adjustable shoulder strap for comfort and come with two pockets and an umbrella holder. Ideal for a quick trip to the range or when you just want to carry a few clubs; also holds a full set. The Callaway Golf Carry Pencil bag comes with a price tag of 29.99. Accessories like the Callaway Golf FT-5 Tour Graphite Shafted Driver are competitively priced at 289.00 a piece. Callaway Golf X - junior sets and half sets cost 199.00. Other accessories like Callaway golf towels, Callaway ladies golf accessories are also top line and widely popular.

Callaway golf bags have an abundance of additional convenient features. They support adjustable and comfortable straps that are always welcome; as carrying a heavy bag with little padding can be somewhat painful and obviously then, affect the performance of the golfer. Another appreciated feature of some bags is a stand, which allows the bag to be set up for easy access and also keeps the bag off of the fairway.

Search Logic writes about online golf store & golf accessories. Get all types of goft equipments and biggest brands in one place. For more details please visit www.golfbuyitonline.co.uk.

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