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[P538]Portable Evaporative Air Conditioner

by Jason Uvios, Jas

When we talk about air conditioners we generally talk in terms of a device which is going to cool the surrounding air and provide us comfort. Some may also think dehumidifying as an additional function of the device. Although this may be true for a great extent of air conditioners, it must be remembered that dehumidifying is not always the best option. For example, in the dry climates of Arizona having an air conditioner which also dehumidifies to an extent would be foolish. Good news is all air conditioners are not dehumidifiers and some function in the exactly opposite manner. They actually increase the humidity of the air inside the room. They are also popularly known as 'evaporative' or 'swamp' coolers.

These are meant to provide comfort in places where the climate is not only hot but dry too. These devices actually suck in air from the outside through a wet pad. This ensures that the sensible heat of the air is reduced. However, it must be remembered that the total heat content of the air that has been sucked in remains unchanged as the sum of the sensible and latent heat remains constant. The sensible heat of the air that is reduced is actually converted to latent heat as the water from the wet cooler pads is evaporated absorbing heat from the air. The drier the air that enters the device, the better are the results. the good thing about these devices is that they are relatively cheaper than the regular air conditioners and the maintenance is also hassle free.

We also have the devices which are based on the technology of absorptive refrigeration. What this process basically does is to absorb heat to produce cooling. There are three stages to the entire process. First of all, the air is dehumidified by the cooler. This is done by a spray of salt-water or brine. It is through osmosis that the brine absorbs water vapor from the air. During the second stage water is sprayed in the air. This cools the air because of the evaporation that follows. To conclude, the air passes again through another brine spray so that the humidity of the air is controlled. Distillation ensures that the brine remains concentrated. This system has been used in some hospitals.

Such Evaporative air conditioners are separate from what we come across regularly and can actually provide a solution to those staying in hot, dry climates.

When it comes to keeping cool in spite of the horribly hot weather, a lot of people often resort to cranking up on the air conditioners at home and enjoy the coolness that it gives. However, not everyone can afford to buy, let alone pay for the high electricity bill that usually comes with the normal type of air conditioners. So what are those people who do not have much money to spare for air conditioners can do to help keep themselves from feeling to hot? Also, what about those who do not have much space to work around with?

Getting a portable air conditioner seems to be the best solution to such a predicament. But for those who are first timers when it comes to this thing, what are the things that one should keep in mind when it comes to buying portable air conditioners?

In order to give you a better understanding of what to expect with portable air conditioners here are some basic tips that you must keep in mind, especially when you are already thinking of shopping for one.

Tip #1 Buying brand new portable air conditioners VS second hand portable air conditioners

For those who do not know much about portable air conditioners, it is always best to ask your friends or relatives first just in case some of them have already been using it in their homes. If none of them are familiar with portable air conditioners, you can still check it out on the Internet where you can also research on the prices as well as available models out there. Hopefully through this you will be able to get a better understanding about this new kind of appliance so that you will more or less know what to expect when you head out to the mall. Once at the appliances store, do not let the sales attendant to sell you something that he or she thinks is the best choice for you. Make sure that you are personally happy with the choice of portable air conditioner that you will be purchasing before making the final sale.

If you are on the lookout for more budget-friendly options, you can also check out second hand stores for appliances to see if they have any second hand portable air conditioners that are in good working order. Make sure to test it first and ask if you can return it if it suddenly goes dead on you. If all they offer are rickety old models, it would be best if you just get a brand new portable air conditioner instead.

Tip #2 How to properly maintain your portable air conditioner

Once you take your portable air conditioner home and start using it on a regular basis, there are times when you will have to check whether your portable air conditioner is being maintained well or not. If you feel that it needs a good round of cleaning – even if it is still working perfectly, just do what you can to keep its parts clean so that no future problems may arise. It is best that you personally know how to fix at least some of the possible glitches that it may have so that you would not need to go to a technician in case a problem does occur in the future. You should also keep in mind to keep your warranty card or receipt so that you will be able to bring it back to the store for a check up.

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