How To Install Your Air-Con Guide

NOW THAT YOU KNOW THE BASICS IN PICKING THE RIGHT AIR-CON, IT’S TIME TO GET ACQUAINTED WITH AIR-CON INSTALLATION.

Unlike new flats which are usually empty, you should move away from large furnishings which are directly under the existing piping route before installation commences. Submit an installation report to your HDB branch within 14 days after installation with a multi-split inverter air-con system as the leading choice amongst homeowners, installing the entire system requires detailed structural works and of course, technical knowledge. Leave it to the installation professionals at Gain City to handle this intricate process. Gain City says: “The reason why people trust our air-con services is that we use only premium materials for the installation. We have strong expertise in installation, servicing and in our after-sales service as well.” What happens when you don’t hire a professional and reliable air-con installer? The slipshod installation will bring along a host of undesirable issues like rusting, malfunctioning, water clogging and leakage; just to name a few. These problems may not appear right away, but they will affect your air-conditioner in the long run. This is why it is important to get the installation right the first time.

Premium Installation Materials

As important as the installation itself, the quality of the materials used during installation will also affect the usage of your air- conditioner. Gain City says: “Inferior materials like rubber insulation tubes, copper pipes, wires and brackets can have adverse effects on the performance of your air conditioner.” They are discerning on the quality of the installation materials used which is reflected in the line-up of premium materials employed in their in-house installation services. Here are some of the main materials commonly used in the installation:

   PVC DRAINAGE PIPES

Gain City utilises a 16-mm thick drainage pipe with insulation while other retailers and contractors may use a 13-mm thick pipe without insulation. Drainage pipes that are not properly insulated or not inclined at the proper gradient will cause condensation which results in air-con leakage.

    CLASS 0 ARMAFLEX INSULATIONS

Gain City only uses High “U” Factor insulation while the rest might use inferior insulation which is not certified. Such poor quality can drive up the condensation and result in leakages.

       COPPER PIPES

Using PSB Singapore-tested Gauge 22 copper pipes sets Gain City apart from those who might use uncertified and low-quality pipes to save on cost. This ultimately shortens the lifespan of the air-conditioner as inferior copper pipes cannot withstand high gas pressure. This results in gas leakages which can lead to the premature failure of the air-conditioner.

.     WIRE CABLES
Instead of using only three wires, Gain City utilises four core wires of green/yellow, blue, brown and black colours. Using sub-standard or undersized wires could cause potential electrical short circuits or even fire hazards.

   BRACKETS

Gain City works with GRADE 304 brackets which are PE certified and approved by BCA and HDB. As compared to these high-quality GRADE 304 brackets, low-quality brackets will rust prematurely and can be classified as illegal installations when they do not meet government regulations

INSTALLATION PROCESS

“It usually takes us a day or two to install a typical system-3 air-conditioner,” says Assistant Manager Alvin Teo from Gain City. 
“We usually assign one team to complete the full installation and we don’t practise partial installation where someone does the piping while another party handles the equipment to save cost.” On that note, the installation should always be carried out by BCA-certified technicians.

Air-con malfunctioning issues and not being able to cool down the room effectively can stem from the inferior workmanship of the materials used during the installation. - GAIN CITY AIR-CON SPECIALIST    

KEEP IT OPEN

Never conceal your air-conditioner behind a corner or have anything blocking the air vents. It may work aesthetically but these obstructions can cause your unit to work harder than it should.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

The golden rule in the placement of your air-con unit is: it should be free of obstructions. That means no walls, pillars or beams blocking it. The cool air should have sufficient space to circulate and if there is a lack of ventilation space, it will create ‘hot spots’ which will affect the air-conditioner’s cooling efficiency and result in frequent breakdowns.

5 WAYS FOR A BETTER NIGHT’S REST

During installation, position your air-con behind the headboard so that the air vents blow towards your legs and not your face. For those who like it really cool, you can consider the other way around and install your air-conditioner right in front of you. Set the temperature to 24°C or 25°C; these are the optimum temperatures to keep your body temperature in perfect balance. Install blackout curtains for peaceful darkness and to reduce the external heat source. Make sure your mattress is supporting your body and sleeping position adequately.

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