HEAT PUMP BASICS
If your home is like most in Florida than the type of HVAC
system you have is called a heat pump.
You may be wondering what the system is called a heat pump when we
rarely use heat. Read on to understand
the basics of a heat pump.
WHAT IS A HEAT PUMP?
First, a heat
pump is installed in different parts. The first is the air handler which is
installed indoors. The outdoor unit is similar to a central air conditioner unit
however it is called a heat pump. There is a compressor that circulates
refrigerant and absorbs and releases heat as it travels between the indoor and
outdoor units. The heat pump has a compressor that can be reversed in
order to create heat or cold air in your home depending on your needs.
HOW DOES A HEAT PUMP WORK?
A heat pump
basically moves warm air from one place to another depending on when it is
needed, where it is needed and what season it is. When it is cold outside the
heat pump extracts the heat from the air outside and transports it into your
home. Even though it is cold, there are
still warm air particles. When it's warm out, the direction is reversed
and the heat pump acts like an air conditioner, removing heat from your home.
Advantages
A main
advantage of a heat pump is energy efficiency because it is powered by
electricity you will save on fuel consumption heat pumps are among the most
efficient ways to heat or cool your home. Heat
pumps are mostly suited for warmer or moderate climates. Because they move
heat around rather than produce heat.
Operating tips
·
Don't
turn the thermostat so that the backup heating needs to come on, this is
electric heat and will cost you more to run
·
Running
your fan constantly will degrade the performance of the heat pump unless you
have a high-efficiency fan motor
·
You
should run your system on the auto setting for the fan on the thermostat
·
Clean or change filters once a month or as
needed
Floridians tend to take their air conditioning for granted
unless something happens to it. Now that
you know the ins and outs of your heat pump system, you are on the right track
to enjoying comfortable air temps inside of your home year round. When you need maintenance, have any issues or
questions on your heat pump call the HVAC specialists at Morgan Air. 813-500-7765
