Before Buying an Air Conditioner


What are the objectives of the Energy Labeling Scheme?
 

The objectives are:
1) provide consumers with energy efficiency information of labeling product to make purchase decision.

2) differentiate the product by energy efficiency and simulate introduction of cost effective, energy efficient technology.

3) enhance effort to promote environmental protection initiatives through uasge of energy efficient product.

For more information, please visit the website at http://app.nea.gov.sg/cms/htdocs/category_sub.asp?cid=258
 

What does the Green Tick Rating Label means for air conditioning?
 

The Green Tick Rating Label means how energy efficient the air conditioner is according to the number of ticks given.
 

What is the estimated electrical consumption of an air conditioner per month?
 

It depends on the air conditioner model you are using and the usage pattern.
The estimated electrical consumption can be calculated by using the following formula:

Estimated Electrical Consumption = Input (kW) X No. of hours used X No. of days per month X Current Utility Rate
 

What is the average life span of a residential air conditioner?
 

Generally, the average life span of any air conditioner is six to seven years. This is subjected to usage pattern and regular servicing of the air conditioner by a qualified air conditioner technician.
 

What is an Inverter air conditioner? Is this more efficient than a non-Inverter conventional air conditioner?
 

An Inverter air conditioner delivers cool air by varying the frequency of the compressor, and thus regulates the refrigerant to satisfy room cooling requirements and achieve the desired temperature with minimal fluctuations. It eliminates waste with precise control. In this way, it is more energy efficient.
 

What is the average price of a Daikin air conditioner unit?
 

It depends on the air conditioning system requirements. Please contact our authorised dealers for more details.


Is any model suitable for my HDB flat?
 

The selection depends on room size, usage, number of rooms you require to be air conditioned, HDB requirements and your preferred temperature setting. It would be advisable to consult your authorised dealers / contractors to perform a heat load calculation on your premise before selecting a suitable model for your application.
 

Where can I find a good installer / contractor?
 

See full list of Daikin Authorized Dealers on our Website