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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air Conditioning Gold Coast

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Gold Coast

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Gold Coast Air Conditioning has been supplying quality air conditioning units to the Gold Coast for almost 20 years. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries have delivered engineering excellence for over 130 years across three main industries: power systems, industry & infrastructure and aircraft, defense & space.

They turned their expertise to air conditioning in 1953 in Japan and later introduced their first units to Australia and the Gold Coast in 1975.  Using a local distributor they established their first company in 1999. Through their successful operations in Australia, they steadily grew as a division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and eventually spanned off as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioners Australia in 2009.

Wall Mounted Split Systems

Wall mounted split systems are Australia’s most popular solution for heating and cooling single rooms

Wall mounted split systems are Australia’s most popular solution for heating and cooling single rooms

The Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) focus is on developing world-class, highly efficient and energy saving air conditioning systems that offer comfort and reassurance to their customers. The expansion of MHI has allowed the company to provide a more diverse range of products to the Australian and New Zealand markets, and provide comprehensive support to their partners and home owners through their presence in all major and regional areas.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Reviews

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has won the Canstar Blue’s best air conditioning unit for the 4th year in a row.  It has earned a consistent five stars for all 5 categories and a 4 star for quietness.These categories include:

  1. Performance & reliability – the air conditioner produces consistent and effective cooling, has not broken and its performance hasn’t reduced considering the frequency of use
  2. Ease of use – the air conditioner produces consistent and effective cooling, has not broken and its performance hasn’t reduced considering the frequency of use.
  3. Functionality & features – the settings and functions on the air conditioner are easy to locate and instructions are easy to follow.
  4. Value for money – the cost is low for the quality and performance of the air conditioner unit.
  5. Quietness – the air conditioner operates at a volume that isn’t disturbing.
  6. Overall satisfaction – measures consumer satisfaction with an air conditioner brand as an individual score NOT a combined total of all criteria.

These reviews are gathered by feedback left by customers that have purchased and installed an air conditioning unit in the last three years.They also rate highly on the CHOICE website.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Mitsubishi Electric Air conditioning units.

Most people see the 3 red diamonds in a triangle shape and associate this with the Mitsubishi brand. The word Mitsubishi is actually Japanese for ‘three diamonds’

What most people do not know are that these are in fact two competing brands with the same logo.

One is Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and the other is Mitsubishi Electric.

Furthermore, both companies produce the same types of air conditioning units.

These include high wall split systems, multihead units, ducted units, floor/ceiling consoles and cassette units.

 

The Mitsubishi Heavy Industries high wall split systems come in two models.

The 2, 2.5, 3.5 and 5Kw unit sizes fall under the Avanti and Avanti Plus models.

The Avanti Plus also has a 6Kw model.

The bigger units fall under the Bronte models and come in 6.3, 7.1, 8 and 9.5Kw sizes.

All of these units are inverter models. This is the latest technology that allows the compressor to run as fast or as slow as needed depending on the heat load of the room. Think of it as a variable speed compressor rather than the older type of compressor that was either running at 100% or 0% when turned off.

They are also reverse cycle. This allows the unit to cool and heat. Perfect for our climate on the Gold Coast.

At Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Gold Coast, Coastal Coastal Commercial and Residential Air Conditioning we sell both Avanti and Bronte air conditioning units.

 

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Features

 

THE LATEST R32 REFRIGERANT

All models use the latest R32 refrigerant. This lowers the previous R410 refrigerants global warming potential by almost 70%. It also uses less electricity to achieve the desired temperature compared to previous refrigerants.

GUARANTEED OPERATION RANGE These units have a guaranteed operation range from minus 15 degrees all the way up to 46 degrees. Ensuring they will work in almost all of Australia’s climates and perfect for our climate on the Gold Coast.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Operating Temperatures

 

Wi-Fi CONTROL

An optional adaptor can be fitted to these units and connected to your home or office Wi-Fi. This allows these units to be controlled remotely with your phone, tablet or browser.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Wi-Fi

 

LOUVERS

A press of the ‘3D’ button allows the louvers on the indoor unit to move automatically to the left and right while moving up and down. This allows even air flow to be distributed around the room to be conditioned.

You can also set the louvers in any vertical or horizontal position and the unit will retain these settings when it is next turned on. How smart is that?

An AUTO louver setting is also provided that will allow the unit to select the correct position based on the MODE. This makes the louvers point down during the HEATING cycle and UP during the COOLING and DRY cycles. We all remember Mrs Gillespie in year 3 telling us that ‘heat rises’. The unit will point the hot air down during the HEAT mode so it creates a swirling motion effect allowing the fan to circulate and air as effectively as possible. While on the COOL mode is will force the unit out at a high level allow the cold air to hit the warm air in the ceiling and create convection current to cool the room faster.

CLEAN AIR TECHNOLOGY

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries units all come installed with special enzyme filters which allow the unit to remove airborne allergens such as pollen, hair and dust.

A photo-catalytic filter is also fitted that allows the removal of odour causing bacteria by capturing and neutralising these particles.

A standard filter is also fitted to allow airborne particles to be caught before they enter the coil.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Clean Air Technology

SELF CLEANING MODE

Most air conditioning units will eventually start to smell. Most will have a foul or stale odour and visible mould can be seen inside where the fan blows the air out. This is a normal side effect of trying to cool a room during with our humid weather.

The self cleaning mode allows the unit to run the fan only at a very low speed after the unit is turned off to dry out in moisture and prolong the build-up of mould.

Although this feature does help in keeping mould away it will eventually need to be prorly stripped and cleaned.

We offer a premium strip and clean service clean which will remove this mould and odour.

HIGH POWER OPERATION

This button can be pressed to allow the unit to run at a higher fan speed for 15 minutes. This is best used when the unit is first turned on to cool/heat the room as fast as possible.

SILENT OPERATION

This button can be used to allow the unit to operate at a reduced noise level. As these units are so quiet we doubt you would actually use.

TIMERS

As with all air conditioning units these  units have a weekly timer that can be set to operate with up to four daily timers and up to 28 timers per week.

An on/off timer can also be used to turn the unit on or off at selected times with a 24 hour period.

The unit will switch on slightly before the set time to assure the room will be at the set temperature at the set time.

The sleep timer can be set to turn the unit off in 30 minute intervals up to a maximum of 4 hours.

LED ADJUSTMENT

The LED light on the indoor unit can be adjusted to prevent light saturation into rooms you would prefer to keep dark.

CHILD LOCK

A useful button to allow the remote control to be locked from little hands.

ENERGY SAVING

These Mitsubishi Heavy Industries have a PC board with fuzzy logic technology.  No, this is not something you would ask a robotic barber for. This is a pre-determined set of instructions that allows the  unit to adjust the compressor determined on the  mode, temperature and fan speed.

A ‘Eco Mode’ can also be selected that allows the unit to run at a reduced capacity. This reduces the power consumption while maintaining the room at the set temperature.

OTHER USEFUL FEATURES FOR MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES GOLD COAST UNITS

Microcomputer-Operated Defrosting

This allows the unit to do some fancy stuff during really cold temperatures. I wont go into detail, but take my word for it – its pretty fancy.

Self-Diagnostic Function

In the unlikely event your air conditioning unit were to break down, the technician can see what is wrong with the unit by entering top secret codes and moving ones arms and legs in a set of seemingly random moves.

Auto Restart Function

Starts the unit in the last operation mode if there were a loss of power.

Back Up Switch

If the remote control stops working well good news. There’s a backup switch.

The button for this can be found under the front cover to the right of the filters. This button will turn the unit on and off.

The settings cannot be changed with this button but hopefully this emergency button can get you through until you purchase a new remote or find the remote that your 2 year old has hidden.

Avanti PLUS

The Avanti PLUS models share the same features as the Avanti models however with a key difference.

The Avanti PLUS Series has a record breaking 7 star energy star rating. This is  for both heating and cooling but only for the smaller 2 Kw models. It has 6 stars for the more common 2.5Kw models which you would find in your standard bedroom. They also have about an extra star rating for their 3.5 and 5Kw units.

It does this by utilising energy saving motion sensors and a special economy operation mode. It uses these sensors to scan the room for movement and activity and adjusts the unit to suit.

If no activity is detected the unit will go into standby mode until activity is sensed again. If there is no activity sensed in a 12 hour period the unit will automatically turn off.

All units share the same remote and have slightly different indoor and outdoor unit sizes. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

See the below picture for comparisons between the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Avanti and Avanti PLUS models.

A copy can be downloaded from HERE for the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries AVANTI and AVANTI PLUS models.

Mitsubishi-Heavy-Industries Avanti

See the below picture for comparisons between the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Bronte models.

A copy can be downloaded from HERE for the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Bronte models.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Bronte Specifications

A brochure for the Avanti models can be downloaded HERE

A brochure for the Avanti PLUS models can be downloaded HERE

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries AVANTI user manual can be downloaded HERE

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries BRONTE user manual can be downloaded HERE

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Split System Brochure can be downloaded HERE

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries website can be viewed HERE

24/08/2022
Mitsubishi-Electric-9Kw

Mitsubishi Electric 9Kw

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Mitsubishi Electric 9Kw

Mitsubishi Electric 9Kw - MSZ-AS90VGD

Good news the new Mitsubishi Electric 9Kw inverter, reverse cycle air conditioning unit is finally available. The MSZ-AS90VGD indoor unit is matched with the MUZ-AS90VGD outdoor unit providing the largest high wall split system Mitsubishi Electric have ever produced.

The unit has a maximum cooling capacity of 10.3Kw insuring it will cool your room down to a comfortable temperature in no time. Once down to the set temperature the compressor will wind down to a minimum cooling output of just 2Kw.

With heating, this unit is rated at 10.3Kw and is able to ramp up to a massive 11.5Kw. Once the set temperature is reached it can wind all the way down to 2.2Kw.

The unit has a EER of 3.24 and a COP of 3.5 – this allows it to have a cooling star rating of 3.5 and a heating star rating of 3. A very respectable number compared to other brands at this size.

 

THE INDOOR UNIT

The indoor unit has the usual 4 manual fan speeds as well as a quiet mode and a powerful mode.

The POWERFUL setting allows the air conditioning unit to run at the lowest temperature and the highest fan for 20 minutes to cool or heat the room as fast as possible. After the 20 minutes the unit will return to its previous fan setting.

The AUTO fan setting allows the indoor unit to control the fan speed automatically. It will first run the unit on a high speed and as the unit gets closer to the set temperature it will automatically reduce the fan speed down until it is eventually running on low.

The unit has the normal COOL, HEAT, DRY, FAN and AUTO modes. Each of these settings can be viewed in this article.

 

FILTERS

As with all Mitsubishi Electric air conditioning units the 9Kw unit also has a built-in Anti-Allergy Enzyme Filter. This filter works by trapping allergens such as mould and bacteria by using enzymes retained in the filter to decompose them. The unit has the usually two filters that can be manually cleaned when they start to become dirty. These should be removed and hosed every 3 months.  Depending on how often you use the unit you may need to do it more or less. A typical house hold would only need to clean these filtersonce a year.

 

The indoor unit is coated in an advanced Dual Barrier Coating. This is applied to the indoor coil and reduces dirt and dust from sticking to it. It not only helps the unit stay cleaner for longer but also makes for easier cleaning.

Mitsubishi Electric Anti-Allergy Enzyme Filter

 

 

WI-FI CONTROL

The new Mitsubishi Electric 9Kw unit also has Wi-Fi control. This is an optional adapter that is fitted to the indoor unit that allows the unit to be controlled by a downloadable app. This innovative technology connects your Mitsubishi Electric air conditioner to your smartphone, tablet or online account, giving you the freedom to fully control each unit on-the-go via an internet connection from anywhere in the world. You can view and control your air conditioning unit by turning the unit on or off, adjust the temperature, change modes, fan speeds and airflow direction. You can also set 7 day weekly schedules. The adapter and app allows you to do everything on your smartphone, tablet or online account that you could do with the physical remote control.

You can also program your system to always meet your needs. Unlock the full potential of your air conditioning unit by programming your system to automatically turn on/off at specific times, change settings, and develop temperature rules to ensure superior comfort day after day. You can also program your unit to come on or off at set temperatures.

The apps can also work with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa so you can control the unit with your voice.

Mitsubishi Electric Wi-Fi

 

NIGHT MODE

Night Mode is a function that can be selected on the remote that is designed to increase comfort at night. This is achieved by reducing the LED brightness on the indoor unit, disabling the alert beeps and reducing the outdoor units operational noise levels by up to 3dB.

 

AUTO RESTART

As with all Mitsubishi Electric unit the 9Kw model also has an auto-start function which allows the air conditioning unit to continue to operate at its last setting after a power outage.

ENERGEX PEAK SMART METER

These units are also equipped with a Demand Response Enabling Device (DRED), which allows the activation of 3 preprogrammed modes in response to a signal sent from Energex. This is designed to help reduce the load on the electrical grid during peak demand. They also will give you a $200 cashback for each air conditioning unit over 3.5Kw that has a Peaksmart meter installed.

THE OUTDOOR UNIT

The outdoor unit is coated with ‘Bluefin’ technology. This is a corrosion resistant coating to help reduce the effects of the outside elements degrading the coil. This in turn assists with the longevity and quality of the unit operation.

R32 REFRIGERANT

These units also use the latest R32 refrigerant. This refrigerant enables increased energy efficiency compared to R410A, with just one third of the global warming potential, the risk of environmental harm is greatly reduced.

 

 

17/04/2022
What Air Conditioner Unit size do i need? Call Jason & the Team at Coastal Today for a quote and professional advice | PH: 0421 726 203

What size Air Conditioner best suits me?

By Air Conditioning News

Helping Gold Coasters choose the correct Air Conditioning Unit suitable to their individual needs!

2.5Kw for a bedroom, 5Kw for a garage sized room and a 7Kw for a big lounge. Sounds simple enough and in some cases that might work however there are other factors to consider when trying to find the correct air conditioner unit size for a room.

The size and shape of the room play the major part, however room insulation and the amount of sunlight also play an important role. The orientation of the room also makes a huge difference.

Size of the Room

Installing an Air Conditioning Unit that is too big for a room seems like a good idea as it will cool the room down quicker, however, there may be side effects. If the unit is too over sized, it will cool the room to fast not allowing the moisture to be removed from the room. The room will feel cool however the room will feel uncomfortable due to the humidity being too high.

Comfortable Air Conditioning in your Gold Coast living room

Comfortable Air Conditioning in your Gold Coast living room

Buying an Air Conditioning Unit that is too big will also cost you more to buy the unit. The installation price may be higher also. The unit may also not have as good an energy star rating costing more to run.

Putting in an air conditioning unit that is to small has the obvious disadvantage of working too hard to achieve the desired temperature. A unit that works to hard will have a lot more wear and tear. Running costs will be higher and you may void the warranty due to it being undersized and being overworked.

A correctly sized air conditioning unit will cool the room in a reasonable enough time to remove the humidity. Once the room is at the correct temperature the compressor will wind down allowing it to maintain the room temperature and allowing for maximum energy savings. This is where the inverter compressor really shines – as its energy saving are best at this reduced load.

TYPE OF ROOM: What is the room being used for? Bedrooms have a smaller heat load as they are typically used only at night. Rooms with a number of heat sources (people or computers) may need to be factored into the calculation.

ORIENTATION OF ROOM: Rooms that face east usually receive the morning sun and west facing rooms receive more sun in the afternoons. North facing rooms receive sun most of the day. South facing rooms usually need less cooling as they do not receive any direct sun.

Air Conditioner Size room orientation

GLASS WINDOWS: Glass windows allow a lot of heat transfer from outside.  Ideally double glazing will be optimal as it will drastically reduce this heat transfer. However this is not usually viable due to the cost. This is where internal and external shading becomes necessary.

SHADING: External shading such as blinds, awnings and shadows can drastically reduce the amount of heat build-up in a room. Internal shading such as curtains and blinds also make a difference. The more direct sun you can keep from entering your house the cheaper it will be to keep it cool or warm.

INSULATION: Rather than relying on a thin layer of plasterboard between the hot roof space air and the inside of your house, having a layer of ceiling insulation will make a huge difference. There can be a 10 degree difference between the interior of a house with and without ceiling insulation. Insulated walls can also make a huge difference. Apartment usually have concrete floors and ceiling and this is also a good insulator.

SEALING: Large open rooms will not hold the heat as well as a bedroom with a closed door. Most open plan living areas open up to hallways and other rooms without doors. Gaps under doors and between rooms can all add up to heat transferring between rooms.

 

 

 

THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT

INDOOR POSITIONING: Although not so critical in bedrooms as they are usually small square shaped rooms the positioning of the air conditioning unit in the larger rooms can help a lot. The most central location can help even air flow which helps with an even temperature in the room.

OUTDOOR POSITIONING: Most outdoors positions are suitable for residential air conditioning units. That is because they are usually placed against a wall. If you are putting the outdoor unit on a roof facing it blowing north is usually best. This is because you do not want any direct sun blowing on the back of the coil. The coils transfer heat and if the sun is shining on these coils it can add an extra load on the system having to get rid of this heat.

EFFICIENCY:  Almost all air conditioning units are inverter models these days. These have a compressor which regulates its speed as to how much heating or cooling it needs to do. These variable speed compressors have a huge energy savings compared to the older either ‘on or off’ models.

Energy ratings are usually similar throughout the size ranges. With the smaller 2.5Kw units usually having about 5 stars for cooling and heating. By the time you get up to 7kw models the star ratings drop to about 2.5 stars. And usually about 2 for the 8 and 9Kw models.

Weather its a cheaper Kelvinator or more expensive Daikin unit they usually have similar energy ratings.

 

Air Conditioner Size star rating

 

 

 

Calculating the size of your room for your Brand New Air Con Unit

The air conditioner unit size needs to be calculated for the room.

We need to find the area of the room. This is calculated by length x width.

Air Conditioner Size Length x width

Ceilings are usually about 2.4 meters high. Anything higher than this should be added to the calculation. Cathedral ceiling usually have more heat transfer due to having no ceiling space and being closer to the roof tiles or tin above.

After finding the area of the room we need to multiply this by the amount of watts per square meter. The number of watts depends on the room.

A bedroom can be calculated at about 0.13 Kw to cool 1 x square meter – this has a lower value as most bedrooms are only used at night times when there is not a large heat load on the building.

Living areas can be calculated at about 0.15 Kw to cool 1 x square meter.

The Kw per square meter may be more depending on room insulation, sunlight and room orientation. The height of the ceiling can also affect the calculation.

Step by step method:

1: Measure the width of the room in meters the air conditioner will be in.

2: Measure the length of the room in meters the air conditioner will be in.

3: Multiply the length and the width of the room to find the area of the room.

4: Multiply the area of the room by the Kw per square meter 0.13 – 0.15Kw

Example:  You have garage that you want to air condition.

1: Measure the width of the room -The garage is 6 metres wide.

2: Measure the length of the room -The garage is 6 metres long.

3: Multiply the length and the width of the room.

The garage is 6 metres long and 6 metres wide.

6 x 6 = 36

The area that you need to cool would be 36 metres squared.

4: Multiply the area of the room by the Kw per square meter.

If you multiply 36 by 0.15 you will get 5.4.

You would need an air conditioner size unit with a cooling capacity of about 5.4kW.

You may be able to use a 5Kw unit if the room is fairly insulated and has no direct sun.

If you have a large panel garage door that receives the direct sun you would be better off choosing a air conditioner size unit of about 6Kw.

TYPICAL UNIT SIZES

Room size Capacity
Small Up to 20m2            Bedroom, study, small kitchen 2–2.5kW
Medium 20–40 m       Bedroom with ensuite, small lounge 2.5–5kW
Large 40–60 s m2       Large bedroom, mid-sized lounge, large kitchen 5–8kW
Extra Large 60–80 m2 Open-plan areas, large lounges 7–9kW

 

08/09/2021
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New Kelvinator HWH Series

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Introducing the newest and latest Kelvinator HWH Air Conditioning unit.

Kelvinator HWH

The latest offering from Kelvinator is the new Kelvinator HWH model. For over 100 years, Kelvinator has been delivering reliability and performance to families. It’s a brand you can trust to get the job done well and it’s easy to see why. There’s peace of mind in knowing that with Kelvinator, you will be comfortable for years to come. Discover the perfect blend of functional design and practical innovation. An air conditioner that looks great and performs well is an asset to your home and makes life that much more enjoyable. Whether you live in the country or on the coast, in a house or an apartment, there is a Kelvinator air conditioner to suit your needs. What’s more, our air conditioners are easy to keep clean, simple to use and sensitive to the environment, your family and your energy bill.

Designed for simplicity, longevity and superior performance, you can simply sit back and enjoy the benefits.

The new Kelvinator HWH models are the same as the previous HRH models however are now Wi-Fi enabled.

Kelvinator Connect allows you to be smarter with your heating and cooling needs from any location with your smart device.

Kelvinator Connect allows you to be smarter with your heating and cooling needs from any location with your smart device.

At your convenience, turn the unit on or off, change temperatures, control modes and adapt fan speeds to best meet your comfort needs – anything you can do with the remote control you can now do with your phone.

The Kelvinator Home Comfort App provides you the convenience to remotely change temperature, turn the unit on & off, and create custom schedules. Kelvinator Connect is only available on reverse cycle and not cooling only models.

Brand  All Kelvinator products go through rigorous testing to ensure they meet stringent Australian performance and quality standards.

Quality  Kelvinator air conditioners are built for the harsh and varied Australian climate. With corrosion resistance on both the indoor and outdoor units, you can relax knowing that your air conditioner will last no matter where you live.

Heritage With over 100 years’ experience in refrigeration systems, you know your Kelvinator is a product backed by years of innovation and the highest standards of quality.

Warranty For added peace of mind, all Kelvinator air conditioners feature a five-year parts and labour warranty. This applies to all systems purchased at an approved stockist or retailers, properly sized for the selected room and correctly installed by a licenced installer.

 Expertise  Kelvinator air conditioners are backed by our national Customer Care Centre, which covers delivery, home service and spare parts.

Easy, breezy cooling and heating With user-friendly features like wireless connectivity, LCD remote control, multiple fan speeds and a 24-hour timer, operating your Kelvinator air conditioner will be simple and easy.

A breath of fresh air with advanced air filtration Enjoy improved air quality with a combination of 3 filters. A high-density dust filter which filters and collects dust from the airstream is combined with 2 additional special filters. The Bio-HEPA filter purifies the air by eliminating 95% of bacteria and captures 99% of particles down to 0.3µm while the ion filter freshens the air to ensure cleaner, fresher air in your home.

Create the perfect indoor environment  All Kelvinator split system air conditioners feature inverter technology. This ensures quiet and efficient operation, while maintaining the desired room temperature at all times. Set the Follow Me mode and your air conditioner will set the temperature to wherever the remote control is located ensuring personalised comfort. Plus, Turbo Mode provides fast cooling and heating when you need it most.

Energy efficiency  With built-in features such as high efficiency DC componentry and inverter technology these air conditioners use less power than ever before. With some models reaching a 5-star energy rating, year round comfort can be more affordable for you and your family.

PeakSmart technology Energy-saving PeakSmart technology reduces energy consumption when the electricity network reaches peak demand. Get $200 cashback from Energex if you choose to have a meter installed on any air conditioning unit greater than 5Kws.

 

Kelvinator HWH features

 

  • The indoor unit features a display indicating the selected temperature that fades away when switched off using the remote control.
  • Additional motors allow auto swing up-down in 6-degree increments while left-right directions can be adjusted manually, providing excellent air diffusion.
  • The design of the indoor unit has allowed a wider fan to be installed that moves the same amount of air but at a lower fan speed. This has reduced the noise level of the indoor unit.
  • The Kelvinator HWH model has a hidden display can be toggled on or off with the touch of the LED button on the remote. When on, it will display the temperature set and if there is a fault, an error code will be displayed.
  • The Sleep function automatically gently increases or decreases (reverse cycle models in heating mode) the temperature to adjust to your needs for a peaceful night’s sleep. Energy consumption is also reduced, whilst keeping the temperature at a comfortable level.
  • Follow Me -Most air cons measure the temperature at the Indoor Unit (IDU). The Kelvinator H Series can measure the temperature exactly where you are, through the remote. Once activated the controller sends a temperature reading to the IDU every 3 minutes, ensuring reliable delivery of the temperature you ask for.
  • Auto Reverse Cycle – When cooling or heating, Auto Mode will logically choose the ideal settings by sensing the variance between ambient and set temperature. And on reverse cycle models the air con will automatically switch between heating and cooling depending on the requirements.
  • Sleep Mode gradually alters room temperature while you sleep to suit your bodies requirements.
  • Chill Protection maintains minimum room temperature (8°C), keeping the chill at bay.
  • Turbo Function works to cool or heat the room in the shortest possible time.
  • Auto Off – Set running time, ensuring the air con is never accidentally left on.
  • LED – Turns off screen display + silences alerts.
  • Air Flow Technology – This Kelvinator HWH model has electrical vertical swing with 6-degree increments with manual horizontal adjustment for tailored air distribution.
  • Dual louvers reduce the airflow angle for targeted distribution.
  • Auto close will close the louvers when the unit is powered.

Kelvinator airflow

Kelvinator long airflow

Kelvinator features

09/09/2019
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Air Conditioning Installation Specialist

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Air Conditioning Installation Specialist

Coastal Commercial and Residential Air Conditioning are your Air Conditioning Installation Specialist. We believe the customer always comes first and strive to meet the clients needs.

The installation team is made up of specialists who have worked within the industry for many years. From the initial online or phone contact we will do our best to find the right cooling and heating solution that is best for you.
Unlike so many other companies we won’t push a certain brand of air conditioning unit to boost our commission or get a free holiday. We will however give you a choose of a number of air conditioning brands to choose from.

Coastal Commercial and Residential Air Conditioning

Brands we use are all well known names, with manufacturers 5 year warranties. We prefer to supply all leading brands of air conditioner to Gold Coast homeowners and businesses.

We can offer our opinion on what brands we think are best and then we recommend you do your research and make up your decision for yourself.

We can offer our opinion on what brands we think are best and then we recommend you do your research and make up your decision for yourself.

Air Conditioning Quotes

We can provide a quote no matter how big or small your room or house is. Whether it’s a split system for a small bedroom, a multi head unit for several rooms or a large temperature controlled ducted unit to efficiently cool or heat your house. If you have an existing home or are planning to build, we can find a solution to match your needs.

Our quotes are easy to follow, giving you a number of units to select as well as any other options you may choose. Air conditioning specifications are also provided so you can get a relative comparison between each brand – weather its unit size or star ratings.

Click on a link below to be taken directly to the manufacturers website where you can look over all the unit’s features.

Kelvinator | Mitsubishi Electric | Panasonic | Fujitsu | Daikin | Daikin Cora

 

 

13/08/2019
Split Vs Ducted Air Conditioning

Split Vs Ducted Air Conditioning

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Split Vs Ducted Air Conditioning

 

Split Vs Ducted Air Conditioning. Which one is best for you?
Renovating or building a new house, replacing an old air conditioning unit or maybe installing air conditioning for the first time? It is very important that your new air conditioning unit meets your requirements, budget and blends in with its surroundings. Read below as we try to explain the differences, advantages and disadvantages of both.

Split systems

A split system is an air conditioning system where half of the air conditioning unit is inside the house and the other half is outside – usually parallel to an external wall, on wall brackets or on a roof. The inside unit (fan coil) can generally be located on any wall internally however an exterior wall is preferred to allow water from the drain to be easily gravity fed outside. A drain pump can be fitted if your heart is set on an internal wall however note that unless the drain is cleaned at regular intervals it can become blocked and water will drip from the indoor unit. Drain pumps are generally noisy and expensive hence why an external; wall is usually recommend. If you are building or renovating a house then the drain can usually be run internally through the walls to the exterior of the house or an internal drain point (under a sink, tundish or into a sink)

The advantages of choosing a split system

The main advantages of a split system is that it’s cheaper to buy than a ducted system and can be installed in one part of the house at a time. You might start with a main living area and add additional units as your budget allows, for example. Split systems are also your first choice for apartment living or in double storey dwellings as installing ducting between the levels are usually impossible. Split systems are also a better option than ducted systems in smaller properties or where only a single room requires air conditioning.

Generally speaking, a split system is operated by remote control, putting you 100% in charge of the temperature of the room in which the unit is installed. A split system has lower installation and running costs than a ducted system, too, but cost shouldn’t be the only factor in deciding which system is ideal for your home. Whilst generally cheaper to purchase, split systems have some limitations too.

Limitations of split systems

One such limitation relates to the cosmetic impact of a split system. The necessity of having a condenser unit located outside your home can create problems. Whilst a reputable installer will always make an effort to locate the unit as discreetly as they can, it isn’t always possible to hide them away. If the unit must be located in a conspicuous place, you may need to spend extra money on screens or plants to preserve your property’s street appeal. Similarly, you need to turn your mind to the potentially negative impact of a split system on your freedom to decorate the interior of the room in which it’s situated. Thankfully there are now a range of options including ceiling or bulkhead-mounted units that go a long way towards helping in this regard. Split system innovation has come a long way!

A split system’s capacity to cool can be limited to the room or zone in which it is installed. That’s not so much a problem if you choose a powerful system and have few interior walls. However, your split system’s capacity to push cold air beyond its immediate precincts relates back to some important considerations:
• How much power it will consume,
• How costly it will be to run,
• The position of the unit on the interior wall, and
• The layout of your home.

Some more expensive systems (multi-headed split systems) partially alleviate this problem. They allow for more than one room or zone to be cooled at once. However, the need to have the exterior unit relatively proximate to the head units will affect whether this is a suitable solution for your property. Nevertheless, a multi-headed split system may be a viable option where a ducted system is not feasible due to limited space for ducting.

An alternative solution to this problem is to install more than one split system. In considering whether that is an option for you, you need to take into account a number of factors:
• The increased installation costs associated with having additional split systems,
• The limitations in terms of interior wall space and the potentially adverse cosmetic impact of having several interior units,
• The need for additional condenser units be located outside, and
• Any impact noise from your system may have on your neighbours’ use and enjoyment of their own properties

Nevertheless, there are definitely circumstances in which a split system is the ideal solution to the dilemma of cooling your property effectively and efficiently.

Ducted systems

A ducted air conditioning system differs from a split system in that the entire unit is concealed, usually in the roof space of your property or housed unobtrusively outside the property. The cooled air is then directed to multiple rooms or zones within the building via a system of concealed ducting. Only the vents are visible.

The advantages of ducted systems

Invariably, a ducted air conditioning system is more expensive than a split system. However, its primary advantage is that it’s a solution that will cool the whole of your property. Centrally controlled by way of a thermostat, it allows you to maintain an even temperature throughout.

Ducted systems can also be zoned. This means that you can turn off the cooling in some rooms that you may not be using. Alternatively, a zoned ducted system enables you to potentially cool different rooms to different temperatures. A zoned system is, as a general rule, more costly than a standard ducted system.

Arguably quieter and more efficient when in operation, a ducted system makes sense where you plan to stay in a property for a long time. Whilst there is a greater initial outlay, you maximise the chances of recouping the costs of your investment over time.

For the ultimate in air conditioning control install an AirTouch 3 or  MyAir zoning system. This allows for temperature and fan control to each zone via a touchpad, smartphone or tablet.

The limitations of ducted systems

Ducted systems are not without their limitations either. A ducted system can only be installed where there is adequate space for ducting, making them unsuitable for certain structures.  Ducted systems also point to the fact that you are paying for the unit to cool the whole area when you might only need to cool a few rooms – this is where zoning comes into play. Ducted systems will also sense the temperature at either the return air or the wall controller. So the unit will turn itself on or off when the desired temperature is reached even if other rooms still need to be heated or cooled. This is where the AirTouch 3 or MyAir system comes into play. Unless you opt for a system that enables control via Wi-Fi, smartphone or tablet connectivity, the controller is normally hard-wired to a wall and lacks the convenience and portability of a remote control. However more controllers can be fitted if necessary – especially useful in multi level houses.

 

How do you decide: Split Vs Ducted Air Conditioning?

Selecting the right air conditioning system for you and your needs is an important decision. As a savvy home-owner, you want to invest in an air conditioning system that will maximise energy efficiency whilst adding value to your property. You want it to be tailored to suit your property’s orientation and floor plan. You need it to suit your lifestyle and budget. It has to be able to rise to the challenge thrown down by Brisbane’s unique and trying climate. These are all important considerations in deciding whether to opt for a split system or a ducted system of air conditioning.

So too are the running costs of any ducted air-conditioning system you are considering. Opting for a zoned system will alleviate any concern you might have that your system is unnecessarily chewing through electricity. It’s not just a question of initial outlay.

Confused by your range of options? Wanting to tailor an air conditioning system to your needs, budget and the layout of your home? Call on the professionals at Coastal Commercial and Residential Air Conditioning for honest, impartial advice and prompt and reliable installation and after-sales service.

15/09/2015