|
|
Pro Air Conditioning Help Glossary
-
AIR HANDLERS:
The indoor unit that moves air and removes humidity from the home.
-
BTU's:
British Thermal Unit (Cooling Capacity - 12,000 BTU's per ton)
-
CFM:
Cubic feet per minute of air flow.
-
COMPRESSOR:
A large motor located within the outdoor unit (condenser) that pumps freon throughout the system.
-
ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANER:
Removes unwanted airborne particles: Smoke, animal dander, cooking odors, dust, pollen, etc.
-
ESA:
Energy Savings Agreement (preventive maintenance)
-
HEAT PUMP:
A reverse cycle air conditioner.
-
HSPF:
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor
-
PACKAGE UNIT:
A self contained system that sits outside the home (commonly used on mobile homes)
-
POOL HEATER:
An affordable way to heat your pool.
-
SEER:
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio
-
SPLIT SYSTEM:
Consists of condenser (outside) and the air handler (inside)
-
STRAIGHT COOL:
Air conditioning with an electric heat strip.
|
