AC Cooling Tips: In summer, the AC can become exhausted while cooling at temperatures around 50 degrees. In such a situation, adding a bucket of water can provide better cooling.

AC Cooling Tips: A bucket will increase the cooling of the AC

AC Cooling Tips: In many parts of the country, including North India, temperatures reach close to 50 degrees during the summer season. Even ACs can be exhausted at such temperatures. In this heat, ACs have to exert considerable power to cool, yet the room still doesn't cool completely. If this is happening to you, a bucket of water can be the solution. With just one bucket of water, you can experience icy coolness even in the scorching heat. Let's explore how this method works.

Why is AC unable to provide cooling in summer?

The AC draws air from inside the room and passes it through the condenser coils, which cools the air. When the outside temperature is high, the coils cannot cool the air completely. This results in the room not cooling down even after using the AC for hours. On the other hand, the AC continuously operates at full load to cool the room, which is sure to increase the electricity bill.

A bucket of water will do wonders.

The coils heat up in the summer. When you pour cold water over them, it will evaporate upon contact with the condenser coils, absorbing the heat from the coils. When the coils cool, the refrigerant inside them will be able to cool the air better. This will increase cooling, and the compressor won't have to operate at full load. This method works effectively in  dry, hot climates .

Turn off the AC before pouring water.

Before pouring water on the outdoor unit of your AC, you need to keep a few things in mind. First, turn off the AC. Then, using a bucket or pipe, pour water over the metal fins. Be careful not to overdo it and avoid water entering the electrical panel, wiring, or control box. After pouring water, let the AC dry completely for 15-20 minutes before using it. Keeping the AC filter and outdoor unit clean also improves cooling efficiency.

Follow these tips for more cooling.

• Keep the doors and windows of the room completely closed.
• Set the AC temperature at 24 degrees and do not change it frequently.
• Running a ceiling fan along with the AC also increases cooling and the room will cool down quickly.