How can I get the most from my heat pump?

1. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions which, generally include:

A. Keep air-supply outlets and return inlets clear of obstructions.

B. Clear leaves, brush, and dirt as they accumulate on the outside unit. If there's a pipe for draining condensate water, check it for blockage.

C. Check the air filter once a month during the operating season. Replace it or (if it is washable) clean it if it looks dirty.

Routinely have a professional contractor such as C.H.S. Services, Inc.,

perform a pre-season check-up, which will include the following items:

A. Clean and adjust thermostat

B. Check voltage and amperage to all motors

C. Check air flow across the indoor cooling coil

D. Lubricate all moving parts (unless permanently sealed)

E. Check air filters

F. Check air flow across the outdoor coil

G. Check indoor fan relay

H. Check compressor contactor

I. Check electrical wirings and connections

J. Check condensate drain to ensure proper drainage

K. Check indoor coil

L. Check operating pressures

M. Check temperature drop across indoor coil

N. Check indoor coil super heat

O. Check outdoor sub-cooling

P. Check reversing valve

Q. Check defrost control

R. Check outdoor coil

3. Invest in a digital programmable thermostat to program temperatures for your cooling and heating system to follow throughout the day. For example, you can program your thermostat to run at lower temperatures when no one is home-during the day for instance and for more comfortable temperatures when you are home. This way the digital programmable thermostat will use less energy while you are away and gradually adjust the temperature to a more comfortable setting when you will be home. The lower temperature and gradual temperature adjustment will save energy and money for you the homeowner. As C.H.S. Services, Inc. about adding a digital programmable thermostat to your system today.