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Please find below, the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions when purchasing you new HVAC system, we hope you will
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Who do I contact for air conditioning and heating products and service?
"For questions concerning new products, energy efficiency ratings, savings on your utility bills, or repair or replacement services, call your local
Rheem® dealer. He can answer all of your heating and cooling
questions. Toll free 1-877-427-6246"
How often should filters be cleaned or replaced?
"Typically, filters should be cleaned or replaced once a month. Some units are equipped with permanent filters. They can be cleaned according to the instructions supplied by
Rheem. Disposable filters should be replaced with filters of the same type and size as the original
filter. Call Precision to find out how you can save time and money with a trion Media air cleaner. 1-877-426-6246"
What do rating numbers mean?
"The U.S. government requires an efficiency rating of all air conditioning and heating equipment. The rating reflects the percentage of energy used efficiently, with a high rating indicating high-efficiency. The next two topics address this issue in greater detail. Call Precision to
speak to a qualified sales person to select the right system for your home. 1-877-427-6246"
What is a SEER?
"There are special names for the efficiency ratings of various types of equipment. Air conditioning equipment is rated by the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating, or SEER. The higher the SEER rating, the more efficient the unit. "
What does HSPF stand for?
"There are special names for the efficiency ratings of varying types of equipment. Heat pump equipment in the heating mode is rated by the Heating Seasonal Performance Factor, or HSPF. The higher the HSPF rating, the more efficient the unit. "
What does AFUE stand for?
"There are special names for the efficiency ratings of various types of equipment. Gas furnaces are rated according to their Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency, or AFUE. The higher the AFUE rating, the more efficient the unit. "
Should outdoor units be covered in winter?
"No. Rheem heat pumps operate year-round and should never be covered. Similarly, air conditioners that operate seasonally are built to withstand an outdoor environment and should not be covered. "
Should a thermostat be set to ""auto"" or ""'on""?"
"Preferably auto. That way, the fan operates only when the temperature requires it. (This is the most used and the most efficient setting.) There are advantages to using the ""on"" setting. Air is constantly filtered through the unit's air filter and the constantly circulating air results in an even temperature throughout the
house. Call Precision for other helpful tips. 1-877-427-6246"
Can shrubs or flowers be planted around an outdoor unit?
"Yes. However, we recommend that plants be no closer than 18 inches to the unit. This allows for plenty of room for air circulation in and out of the unit. Without this room for air circulation, the unit could overheat, resulting in a premature need for service. "
If an outdoor unit needs replacing, should the indoor unit be replaced
also?
"Yes. Rheem air conditioning and heating units are designed to operate as a complete, matched system. The efficiency rating is based on the entire system. Replacing the entire system ensures the system will be reliable and efficient. Call Precision for a free inspection and price quote. 1-877-427-6246"
How do I know what size unit our house needs?
"Ask your Rheem dealer. He will consider many factors before making a recommendation. Factors like … size of the house, climate, the number and type of windows installed, insulation, and even the number of people living in the house. "
What is the difference between a split system and a package unit?
"A split system uses indoor and outdoor components to provide a complete home comfort system. A package unit or self-contained unit requires no external coils, air handlers, or heating units. "
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RELIABLE ANSWERS FOR PRODUCT RELATED ISSUES
"Rheem has been a trusted brand name for delivering quality and reliability to heating and cooling products for more than 100 years.
Rheem is one of the largest and most respected manufacturers of residential and light commercial heating and air conditioning equipment in the industry. This reputation for quality and reliability has made
Rheem heating and cooling products the choice of discriminating homeowners, independent mechanical contractors and businesses around the world"
For your local Rheem dealer call toll free Precision Heating and Air Conditioning 1-877-427-6246
"Independent HVAC Contractors are licensed by your state, city or country to apply, install and maintain equipment. They match the equipment to job requirements. (To confirm that equipment size and air flow will be correct, a ""load calculation"" and ""duct study"" must be performed by the contractor.) They also work with city, county and/or state mechanical inspection departments to be sure the completed job meets both local and national codes. "
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