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Top 3 Myths About Air Conditioning

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Air conditioning is something many of us now take for granted in the hot weather, whether this is at our office, in the factory or even at home. But how much do we really know about this technology we hold so dear? In this list we look at the top three misconceptions surrounding air conditioning and ventilation.

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To cool a room fast you should turn the thermostat a few degrees below the desired temperature

To cool a room fast you should turn the thermostat a few degrees below the desired temperature

WRONG! Air conditioning systems are designed to take the hot air in a room and replace it with cool air at a set speed. Altering the thermostat temperature has no effect on this speed, meaning it will still take the same length of time for your room to cool down.

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You only have to have your system checked if there is an issue

You only have to have your system checked if there is an issue

WRONG! In the same way that we carry out routine services and MOT's on a car, a routine service of your system can help you identify issues in the early stages of development, avoiding costly overhauls.

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Leaving a ceiling fan on when a room is unattended will cool the room temperature

Leaving a ceiling fan on when a room is unattended will cool the room temperature

WRONG! A fan works by circulating the air, making your skin feel cooler as the air moves past it. It has no effect on the room temperature itself.