Air Conditioner - Usage During Cold Temperatures

The colder the outdoor air temperature, the less effective an air conditioner will be. The further the temperature drops below 70 degrees Fahrenheit the less productive the air conditioner becomes.

Operating an Air Conditioner During Cold Outdoor Temperatures

In order to operate your room air conditioner effectively, do not use it when the outdoor temperature is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Operation of the air conditioner in these temperatures limits the cooling capacity of the appliance and could cause the indoor coil to ice over.

In some cases, the compressor will not come on at all if outdoor temperatures are too low. If the air conditioner is operated when outdoor temperatures are below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, ice may develop, causing the fan motor to lock up.

In extreme high temperatures, a room air conditioner will improve indoor air temperatures approximately 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

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