Buying a new air conditioner for your home is a significant investment. After all, it’s a purchase you need to rely on for a long time to keep your family comfortable.
That’s why you shouldn’t start the process uninformed. Be sure to keep in mind the below 7 aspects when purchasing a new air conditioner.
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Air-conditioner type
There are three types of ACs: Split AC, Window AC, and Portable AC. Each one of these has its own advantages and disadvantages, and you should choose according to your needs and priorities.
A split AC is normally more preferable since it provides faster cooling, lower noise levels. It can be installed on any wall and looks classier. Indus NXi 12K 5 Star Smart Inverter 1 Ton Split AC by the AC pioneering brand Carrier comes with Flexicool technology and Smart Energy Display. It is priced at INR 41700 and is a good example of a Split AC which is compact and provides excellent features too.
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Tonnage (Cooling capacity)
Getting the tonnage right is key to getting the most bang for your buck. Tonnage refers to the cooling capacity of the air conditioning system and is essential to choose an air conditioner with the right tonnage according to the size of your room.
To determine the right fit for your room, see the chart below:
| Area | Tonnage of the AC |
| O to 120 sq.ft | 1 Ton |
| 120- 150 sq.ft | 1.5 Ton |
| 150-200 sq.ft | 2 Ton |
Some factors have a direct impact on the cooling which needs to be considered. These factors like sunlight, number of persons in the room, the height of the room, the window size
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Air quality
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), levels of air pollution have tremendously increased in developing economies like India leading to respiratory diseases including lung cancer. Hence it is essential to pay attention to the filter type.
Carrier ACs come with PM 2.5 Filter which is able to pick up the tiniest particulate matter which is less than 2.5 microns giving you pristine air quality.
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Energy efficiency
The energy efficiency rating (EER) of an AC is calculated and awarded by BEE (Bureau Of Energy Efficiency) in India. It has made it compulsory for heavy electrical appliances such as ACs to have an energy efficiency rating. The higher the rating and higher the power efficiency, which means lower power consumption for cooling the room. A 5-star rating is always preferred since it translates into tremendous energy savings.
Carrier has a wide range of 5-star AC’s starting from INR 33000 up to INR 65000. The Flexi Cool feature is the most prominent feature in these AC’s since it offers 4-in-1 cooling capacity adjustments which save energy and is pocket friendly too. The Smart Energy display is a good way to track real-time power consumption.
If you are looking to further optimize on your energy savings, go for an Inverter 5- Star Air conditioner which can offset temperature fluctuations to utilize less power and generate maximum electricity savings.
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Advanced cooling
The primary purpose of an AC is cooling and having a blend of strong components and technologies can translate into optimum cooling.
Even the Window AC’s by Carrier can provide cooling at extreme temperatures (50 degree Celsius) and come with the Turbo mode and Sleep mode for enhanced cooling. The new premium Carrier ACs comes with the 4-Way Swing technology (up-down + right-left) which blows the cool air in multiple directions to ensure consistent cooling inside the room. Usage of inverter, copper condenser and eco-friendly refrigerant ensures optimal silent cooling with minimal impact on the environment.
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Smart Features
With the stiff competition in the Air conditioning segment, AC manufacturers are trying to go all out to gain market share with value-added features at an affordable price.
Take for instance the ‘Follow Me’ feature in premium Carrier AC where sensors in the remote ensure targeted cooling even in bigger rooms. The Carrier Smart connect is another feature that helps you to integrate your AC and smartphone with Voice-controlled smart home technology.
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Installation & Servicing
To get the most from your air conditioner, it must be properly installed. It is equally important to ensure you have access to regular servicing and maintenance for ensuring optimum functioning. Without regular maintenance, an air conditioner loses its original efficiency steadily every passing year.
Carrier Midea India offers exclusive three free preventive maintenance services during the first year of purchase of air conditioners and a Toll Free number to connect customers easily to the vast network of trained service experts spread throughout the country.
How to shop for your AC with Bajaj Finserv
With an EMI Card
Step 1: Log into the Bajaj Finserv EMI Store
Step 2: Glance through a wide array of AC’s from the latest brands, filter on your desired budget range and compare features and specifications
Step 3: Use your EMI Network card at checkout
Step 4: The AC will be shipped to your home location in lead times as less than 24 hours
Without EMI Network card
Step 1 : Walk into your preferred partner store (Bajaj Finserv has stores in over 1900 cities; find you partner in your city by clicking on the Store Locator)
Step 2: Opt for in-store financing options and walk out with your AC purchase
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