Should you frequently adjust the temperature on your mini-split heat pump or set and forget?
You’re not alone, and there is a good reason you might be confused. A mini-split heat pump, also known as a ductless heat pump, delivers warm or cool air directly to specific rooms. It gets part of its efficiency from incorporating heat pump technology, which has long been used for air conditioning and some heating in homes with duct systems.
, a nonprofit research organization focused on reducing energy waste. Mini-splits have much smaller fans that operate most efficiently when they run at low speeds. They can do that and deliver comfortable temperatures only if the temperature settings remain fairly constant.With a ducted system, turning down the thermostat in winter or up a few degrees in summer when the house will be empty or you go to bed really would save energy.
Amann says she is a relatively new owner of a mini-split system. It’s been “really quite a learning experience,” she said, with a lot of experimenting to figure out the best temperature settings for various rooms. But once she figured out what made her family comfortable and she stopped fiddling, everyone has been happy, she said.
As for maintenance, one critical task is to clean the filter on the indoor unit frequently. Filters on ducted systems need to be cleaned or changed regularly, but with ductless systems, it’s even more important, Amann said. “If the filter gets clogged, it can really lower the efficiency of the fan and its ability to circulate air.”
Wolfson called in a pro to clean her system so she could learn how to do it. Amann suggested watching YouTube or asking the installer for advice. “It’s relatively straightforward,” she said.. Put “How To” in the subject line, tell us where you live and try to include a photo.
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