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Frigidaire FAC125P1A
ideal for small to medium rooms
This energy-efficientroom air conditioner is good value for money and can be operated - EITHER by itselectronic touch-pad control OR by using its full-function remote control.
It comes with3 fan modes with variable speeds from10-99; a24 hour timer; dehumidification functionality; an 8-way directional air flow control and has a highEnergy Efficiency Ratio(EER)9.8? all of whichcombine to provide a wide-range of good, cost-effective cooling options.
Installation is comparatively easy, as described in the section below and general care and maintenance of the unit is simplified with features like its easy-clean tilt-out filter anda filter-check warning light, on the control panel.
This model is identified by some customers as both energy-efficient and value for money. A summary of Customer Comments, both pros and cons, can be seen in the section entitled Consumer Summary Points.
Installation
Installing this standard window unit is a fairly simple matter as it comes with short, clear and easy to follow installation instructions, which not only include two-dimensional drawings, but also has a useful photographic series of the installation process, from start to finish.
An easy-assemble PleatedQuick-Mount Window Mounting Kit,which is a fairly standard type of mounting, is part of the package.Though the pleated sides do appear rather fragile they are no less robust than most competitive unit, with comparable specifications and should give years of useful service with normal care.
Cooling Efficiency
It’s thumbs up all the way for the cooling capability of this energy-efficient air conditioner.
With the EER rating of 9.8, you can rest assured that your product has been designed to work really hard at the job of cooling. It will run fast and effectively, whilst ensuring that your cost of electricity is kept to a minimum.
This powerful unit is designed to cool up to 650 sq.ft. - whilecertain satisfied customers have found it to cool areas considerably larger that this.
The unit is probably too large to choose for an average sized bedroom and as always, customers are well advised to carefully plan and measure the area the unit will service.
A useful website which helps you to calculate the size of A/C required, can be found at:-http://www.csgnetwork.com/acroomsizecalc.html
Manufactures Features at a Glance
Air Direction Control:- 8-Way
Controls:- Electronic with Remote Control
Cooling Area:- 640 Sq.Ft.
Cooling Capacity:- 12,000 BTU
Dehumidification:- 3.8 pints per hour
Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER):- 9.8
NOT ENERGY STAR® compliant
Fan Speed:- Variable Speed Fan: 10-99
Fan Modes (Cool / Fan / Heat)
Filter:- Rigid Mesh / Tilt-out Filter Access
Full Function Remote Control
Pleated Quick Mount Window Mounting Kit
Sleep Mode
Smaller footprint, with the cooling capacity for medium to large room applications
Timer :- 24 Hour On / Off
Controls
Thisunit has an advantage over some other makes of being fully controlled by the touch pad alone OR fully controlled using the remote hand-set.
Both touch pad and remoteare simple and straightforward to use.
Each has:-
ON/ OFF Button:- turns unit on and off
Temp /Time Adjuster:- press arrows to raise or lower temperature / digital display shown on widow
Digital Display Screen displays temperature/time/fan speed
Timer Activation Switch:- delay stop-start action
Fan Speed Button:- sets speed of fan/ gives ‘auto’ fan option /series of lights indicate fan speed
A Fan 3-Mode Button: cool mode / energy saver mode/ fan only mode
Sleep Mode Button a pre-set mode to gradually change temperature over-night
Check Filter Reset Button a reminder to clean the tilt-out filter / a light illuminates after 250 hours operation
Buttons a suitable icon/picture is displayed on each button for quick identification
Lights above each button a small light or series of lights displayswhichever mode/button is selected
One minor disadvantage is the very small printing found on the display.
Interestingly, the hand-help remote is much thicker than one would expect - almost a full inch thick, which can appear to be a little bulky to hold.
This air conditioner,with its own particular features and specifications is ONLY supplied with electronic control. It does not have the option of being offered as a mechanically control unit for those who are averse to electronic gadgets.
Variable Speed Fan
The Variable Speed Fan and 8-way air-flow direction along with electronic controls with full function remote makes this unit a very easy air conditioner to operate.
One very attractive and efficient cooling feature is the electronic, "Auto Cool" Setting, which continuously adjusts the speed of the fan to maintain the temperature required.
At start-up the fan always begins to operateat high speed. The “auto cool" fan then adjusts to a slower speed as the room temperature falls. Should the temperature suddenly change as doors are opened, for example, the unit will automatically return to the highest speed, until the correct temperature is reached.
The User and Care Manual for this model number (FAC124P1A) may be downloaded as a PDF file for customer perusal at:- > Product Manual for FAC124P1A
Safety
LVC Technology (Low Voltage Compensation) is a good built in safety feature, which ensures that the unit continues to operate correctly even if the unit voltage fluctuates below its normal levels.
Important electrical and general safety instructions are supplied with every unit.
Air Filters
The filter just needs to be changed annually but should be checked monthly as particles and other debris can accumulate on the cooling coils, which adversely affects the efficiency of the unit.
There is a useful “Check Filter” feature and “Filter Reset Button” on the control panel - as a reminder to clean the air filter.
A care and cleaning section in the manual gives step-by-step advice on the best way to check and clean the filter, to ensure best performance. Cleaning is made easier with the Anti-Microbial MeshTilt-Out Electrostatic Filter access feature.
Consumer Summary Points
CustomerPros
Fan is really quiet
Reasonablypriced
Easy unit to Install
Great cooling capacity, which does its job fast
Efficient air conditioner
Excellent remote control
Like the idea of VC Technology (Low Voltage Compensation)
Recommended
Outstanding performance
Customer Cons
Noisy 'beep' when temperature is altered
Heavy to install too heavy for one person
Would be an advantage is there was a 'dock' for remote
Test/reset button on plug should be recessed
Manufacturers name Frigidaire is written in large black letters across the back, very ugly from outside
Print on displays it too small
Additional Information
Warranty
1-Year Parts and Labor
2-5-year Limited Warranty (sealed system)
