How to turn on the air conditioner for heating? Using appliances in winter

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Even today, many people do not know whether it is possible to turn on the air conditioner for heating in winter. It is believed that air conditioning is needed in hot weather, and the rest of the time it is idle. There is also an opinion that turning on the device in winter can lead to breakdown of the unit. This is due to the fact that older models could not operate at low temperatures.

Read on if you are interested in whether you can turn on the air conditioner in winter, at what temperature you can turn on the air conditioner, and why the air conditioner heating does not work.

Is it possible to turn on the split system in winter? Let us answer right away - yes, it is possible.

There are two types of air conditioners: non-inverter and inverter.

The former can operate down to -7 degrees Celsius; they are designed for cooling, so operating at lower temperatures will lead to damage to the device.

The second type of air conditioners is gaining popularity. They are designed to operate in relatively low temperatures with high humidity. Inverter models are best suited for working in winter. They are capable of heating air at a temperature of -20/+15 degrees, and cooling in the range of +18/+45.

What about monoblock air conditioners, it is not recommended to run them in severe frost. If the air temperature is below -5 (or 0 degrees, but high humidity) degrees Celsius, then the equipment may fail. The operating range of the air conditioner in heating mode is -5/+25 degrees Celsius, and cooling – from +18 to +25.

It is worth noting the latest models of Mitsubishi air conditioners - they are equipped with inverter compressors and fans. This means that such devices can operate at temperatures down to -35 degrees Celsius.

Budget models can withstand fifteen-degree frost.

Cooling in winter. Why cool your room in winter? Few users thought about using the air conditioner in cooling mode in winter. There are a number of sanitary and hygiene standards, including air conditioning in winter. Most often this is used in commercial and medical institutions - MRI rooms, services, stations with television and radio equipment.

There is an opinion that to operate in winter, the air conditioner must be equipped with a winter kit. This is false. Winter sets are something like a jacket for air conditioning. They are equipped with older models so that they can withstand lower temperatures. But modern systems already operate at such temperatures.

The heating mode of the air conditioner does not work. Most split systems are equipped with an automatic defrosting system. Temperature sensors are installed on the heat exchanger: if it becomes covered with ice or the temperature is too low, a signal is sent to the control system. It turns on the defrosting of the external unit. At such moments, it may seem that the air conditioner is not working or is not working correctly, but everything is fine. The operating principle is as follows: the device goes into cooling mode and turns off the fan, cold air does not enter the room, but the components, in particular the heat exchanger, heat up and the ice melts. Once the normal temperature is restored, the air conditioner continues to operate as normal.

If a lot of time has passed and heating has not started, then a breakdown may have occurred.Repairing it yourself can be dangerous for you and damage the equipment. It is recommended to call a professional.

Reasons why the heating mode does not work. Their list includes:

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Automatic defrosting of the external unit discussed earlier. Give the air conditioner 10-20 minutes and it will work normally again.

The filtration system or heat exchanger is clogged. It is necessary to disassemble the indoor unit and wash the filters. Rinse them only under cold water; hot water will cause them to become deformed. If the heat exchanger is clogged, you need to disassemble the external unit and clean it. If this is not done, the compressor will break.

The device operates at an unacceptable temperature. Each model has limitations on its use, we described them at the beginning. To find out exactly what temperatures the unit can operate at, refer to the instructions.

There is not enough freon. It could be a leak, or it might just evaporate. In any case, we recommend calling a specialist to refill the air conditioner with freon.

Damage to components. The compressor/fan, temperature sensors or valve may break. If you do not have experience in repairing air conditioners, it is recommended to contact a service center or call a technician.