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Originally Posted by RLS  Is this really true? I thought the reason for a heat pump was to save electricity. If what you say is true, then what purpose does the heat pump serve 
I also thought heat strips would give you dryer air compared to a heat pump.
If I am reading this right, it is the general consensus that a 15k unit on a hot day will keep a 25 Classic cool, say a comfortable 76? Reason for asking is that mine does not. When outside temp gets above 94, the unit will run all day and not cool down to 76.
Thanks, Bob |
Bob.
Put an AC thermometer directly in the exhaust of the cold air.
It should read 15 to 20 degrees cooler then the interior temperature of the trailer. If not, then that suggests the unit is not functioning correctly. It could be a tad low on freon.
If you do measure that difference, then the next things to look for are the shades or drapes closed, windows and doors tightly sealed, lights at a minimum, no oven use, minimal stove top use?
Are the awning(s) out? How is the trailer oriented with the sun movement?
Also, when you know it's going to be a hot day, don't wait to turn on the AC after it gets that way.
Turning the AC on, earlier in the day, gives the interior a chance to cool down, before the heat sets in.
That costs a little more for electricity, but it provides the extra comfort that we all seek.
Keeping a trailer at say a constant AC setting, especially on hot days, is nearly impossible.
Learning the little tricks, pays dividends.
Andy