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The power factor of an air conditioning unit refers to its level of output. Higher power factors can generate a larger quantity of cooler air, but it comes at an increased cost.

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What is the power of an air conditioner?

The power factor of an air conditioning unit refers to its level of output. Higher power factors can generate a larger quantity of cooler air, but it comes at an increased cost.


No power to air conditioner pump?

no power to air conditioner pump but snow flak light comes on and fan runs


What kind of air conditioner uses less power?

Any Energy Star air conditioner will sip power, and have a positive effect on your electricity bill.


How many amps will be used in an air conditioner operating on 240 volts and rated at 1.5 kw?

Depends on power factor, but it should be about 8 Amps.


Does air conditioner take a lot of power from battery?

With an auto air conditioner, the main power consumption is by the compressor. The compressor is driven mechanically by the engine, not the battery. Electrical power is used for controls, and to power the blower fan.


Air conditioner releases how much carbon?

The air conditioner itself does not release any carbon or carbon dioxide. But if the energy to power the air conditioner comes from a coal fired power plant, it takes more energy to reduce the temperature of a room than it does to heat it.


Why does Car stumble with air conditioner on?

An air conditioner in a car uses quite a bit of power. It is not unusual for a car to hesitate when the AC comes on.


Were does a thermostat gets its power from on a central air conditioner?

The furnace or air handling unit in the house.


Is there power efficient air conditiors?

Any air conditioner that is Energy Star rated will be very power efficient, and help you save on power bills.


If you put a computer in front of an air conditioner and the air conditioner is on will it hurt the computer?

unless the air conditioner is on the same circuit and drawing enough power to hinder the computer, or there is enough humidity to cause condensation on the computer, no. computers love to be cold.


Does a small air conditioner use less power than a large air conditioner?

Yes. It costs less money to run a smaller sized a/c system.


How many watts does a puron air conditioner have?

Puron is a trade name for an environmentally friendly refrigerant (freon). The amount of power an air conditioner would consume is mostly dependant on the size (capacity) and the conditions under which it is operating. A rough estimate for an air conditioner is 1.4 horse power per ton (12000 BTUs), and one horse power is 740 watts.