Haier Lends a Hand to Help Choose the Right Air Conditioner

 -- From Window AC’s to Portable Air Conditioners, Haier Offers the Answer --

New York, NY, May 9, 2012 – BTUs?, EER? 115V or 230V? Selecting the correct air conditioner can be daunting. The right air conditioner can make all the difference on a hot, humid day and the wrong one can cause frustration. From traditional window air conditioners to portable conditioners, Haier has a full line that suits most needs and now online education tools to help consumers find the right unit for their specific needs.

The Info Hub section on Haieramerica.com continues to develop as the How-to-Choose area of the site goes interactive with a specially designed Air Conditioner product selector that walks consumers through the decision-making process. Additionally, product demos that highlight key features and benefits, as well as installation videos, will provide consumers with all of the tools they need to make the correct product purchase.

“Haier offers a broad line of ENERGY STAR® qualified units, with thoughtful features and functions at key price points. We are also implementing an air conditioner product selector platform that walks the customer through the decision process to help them choose the correct unit for their specific needs,” said Lintao Lu evp of the air conditioning group, Haier America.

Here are some quick tips to understanding air conditioners:

Q: What is the difference between a portable and window air conditioner?

A:  Portable air conditioners are great for use in smaller, enclosed areas like bedrooms or offices where local cooling is required. These units are very efficient and reliable, and they have the benefit of mobility. Most units are set on casters, allowing them to be easily rolled from room to room as needed. A portable air conditioner removes hot air from the room and must be vented out of a window so that the hot air is released. The window exhaust kit included with Haier’s Commercial Cool models makes this process quick and simple.

Window air conditioners. The biggest difference between portable and window units is that window air conditioners are installed and secured in window frames and are meant to be kept there for the entire season. They are stationary units, but can be removed from windows at any time to be stored after the season. Window air conditioners efficiently cool and dehumidify the air in the room for optimal comfort.

Q: Why ENERGY STAR®?

A: Haier has a full line of ENERGY STAR® Qualified air conditioners.

Save energy - ENERGY STAR Qualified room air conditioners use 10% less energy than standard models, which could mean consumers can save more than $60 over the lifetime of the unit.

Save the environment - By choosing ENERGY STAR qualified heating and cooling equipment and taking steps to optimize its performance, consumers can enhance the comfort of your home while saving energy.* 

Q: What size air conditioner is right for my room?

It is important to choose an air conditioner with adequate BTUs for the size of the space. Too few BTUs can result in insufficient cooling, and even having too many BTUs can negatively affect the comfort of the room. The size of the space being cooled is the most important aspect to consider, but other factors such as the number of people normally occupying a room, and sources of additional heat like windows should also be taken into account. The Haier AC Product Selector will take users through the process to make sure they select the proper unit.

About Haier

Based in the landmark Haier Building in midtown Manhattan, Haier America is a division of the multinational Haier Group, the world’s #1 major appliance brand as ranked by Euromonitor International 2011, and a global leader in consumer electronics and air conditioner systems. Haier employs more than 70,000 people around the world and distributes products in more than 165 countries and regions with global revenues reaching $23.3 billion in 2011. Haier is an Official Marketing Partner and the Official High Definition Television of the NBA and proud supporter of the National Parks Conservation Association. For more information, please visit www.haieramerica.com. You can also become a Fan of Haier America on www.facebook.com/Haieramerica or follow Haier America via Twitter @haieramerica.

*Source: Energy Star