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• There are three standard criteria for checking energy saving: cooling capacity (BTU), energy efficiency ratio (EER) and the Energy Efficient Label (EEL).
• Cooling capacity is measured in BTUs, and the larger the number, the greater the unit's cooling capacity.
• Energy efficiency (EER) is calculated by dividing the BTU rating by electricity consumption. The larger the number, the more energy saving the unit is.
• The EEL is issued by the Electrical and Mechanical Service Department after testing for energy efficiency. Air conditioners are rated from 1 to 5, with grade 1 being the most energy efficient.
• The level of noise of an air conditioner in operation is also one of the selection criteria.

• In summer, it is best to clean the filter every two weeks, to prevent dust from clogging the filter and reducing the cooling capacity.
• To clean the filter, use liquid detergent and rinse thoroughly.
• Heat cannot dissipate properly if the outside coils are blocked or covered, which will cause cooling unevenly.
• When an air conditioner is switched off, it should not be re-started immediately. It is important to wait three minutes to allow pressure to be released from the compressor, to prevent damaging the unit.

• A dirty filter will obstruct the proper flow of air, and excess dust may damage some of the machine's moving parts if the filter isn't cleaned for a long time.
• The filter should be cleaned if the flow of cool air becomes weak or uneven.