You must choose the best place for your indoor AC unit to enjoy efficient and safe cooling. If you're looking for an ideal spot for your unit, these qualifications will help you narrow down your options.

It Should Be at a Reasonable Height

Install the unit at a height where it won't block or get blocked by other things, but it also does its job of cooling the room. If you locate the unit too close to the floor, it can easily get blocked or inconvenience your use of the room. If you locate the unit too high, most of the cool air it blows will cool the roof and not the room as it should do. For standard rooms, a height of about 7 feet works well enough.

It Should Be Accessible

The unit should be easily accessible for maintenance purposes. Don't forget that you need to clean the unit and replace its filters regularly. The unit should also be accessible so that you can change the louvers at will. Place the unit in an inaccessible place, and none of those things will be easy to do.

It Should Not Be Near Heat Sources

It's also necessary to install the AC away from heat sources, such as light fixtures and electronic appliances. If you place the unit near a heat source, the heat might warm the thermostat and affect its operations. The thermostat will use a false reading to control the cooling effect of the AC, and your room might not be as cool as you want it to be.

It Should Have Free Flow

The split AC operates by blowing cool air that circulates around the room to cool it. Thus, your room won't be cool if you install the AC somewhere it can't enjoy good air circulation. For example, if you install the unit behind a large piece of furniture, such as a bookshelf, the cool air won't reach the whole room. Therefore, ensure you install the unit where it can enjoy good air circulation.

It Should Not Have Electrical Installations Below It

Lastly, you should install the AC somewhere it won't affect the safety and operations of your electrical operations.  The AC condenses moisture in the air when it is running, and though it is designed to deal with the condensed moisture, some of it may flow down the wall. If there are things like switches or receptacles under the unit, they might be exposed to water and malfunction.

To learn more about where to put your unit, contact local HVAC installation contractors.