Comfee 5,000 BTU Manual Window Air Conditioner will cool up to 150 sq. ftPerfect for keeping cool5,000 BTUEasy accessed washable filterIncludes mechanical controlsNo assembly requiredColour: whiteDimensions: 16 L x 15.4 W x 12" H (40.6 x 39.1 x 30.4 cm)Packaged Dimensions: 17.9 L x 17.2 W x 14.6" H (45.4 x 43.6 x 37 cm)Weight: 45.1 lbs (20.5 kg)Buying an Air Conditioner When the temperature starts to rise, keeping your space cool becomes a top priority. The latest AC units have a wide variety of options to cool your home properly. When making a final decision, you should always consider different types of air conditioners and the size of your space. Here are some factors to think about before your purchase. Window Air ConditionersMounted in your window, this AC model is perfect for cooling a single room or the entire floor of a small home. Browse all window air conditioners Wall Air ConditionersWhether it’s mounted on or through the wall, this unit provides a more permanent cooling solution in a room than other compact options.

Less location restrictions - Browse all wall air conditioners Portable Air ConditionersA portable air conditioner is a small unit built on wheels that can roll from room to room. Bring the cool to any room - Perfect for small spaces - Browse all portable air conditioners When searching for the perfect air conditioner for your home, you'll need to consider the various features available. While not every accessory is available on certain models, you can find an air conditioner with essential features that are most useful to your home and lifestyle. Energy EfficiencyEnergy Star® & Energy Guide - These ratings indicate that they meet government standards for energy efficiency, and can show you approximately how much it will cost to run the AC per year. Check filter light - A dirty filter will cause your AC unit to work harder than it needs to, expending more energy. The filter light will let you know when you need to clean or replace the filter, allowing it to run smooth.

Smart AC - With a connected air conditioner, you can use an app on your smart phone to set an on/off schedule. This will help you cool your home only when necessary, potentially saving you money in the long run. Fan only mode - On cooler days, you can run the fan only. This setting doesn't require as much power to run the unit, and it still keeps air moving in your room. How to Size an Air Conditioner Measure square footage - Adjust for the sun - Find the Right BTU RatingUse the chart below to determine how many BTUs your new AC should have. Make sure to keep in mind the factors above, as size may not be the only contributor to the BTU rating. Shop all Air Conditioners Air conditioning buying guide Was this guide useful? Designed to keep your rooms feeling fresh and comfortable, air conditioners are available in a wide range of sizes, styles and prices brackets, making it easy to find the unit that’s perfect for your needs at Homebase.What types of air conditioners are there?

For the purpose of this guide, when we talk about air conditioners we’re referring to portable appliances that draw hot air in, cool it down and then circulate this colder air throughout a room. air handling unit upgradeThough static units are available that can be built into walls and windows, most air conditioning units in the UK are portable, allowing you to move the appliance to wherever it’s needed in your building.how to install a through wall ac unit How do air conditioners work?window ac unit in wallWhen the appliance is switched on, air is drawn into the unit and passed over a cold evaporator coil, where it’s cooled and some of the moisture removed. The air is then re-circulated into the room, reducing the overall temperature and humidity.

At the same time, a chemical refrigerant in the system absorbs the heat from the warm air before venting it to the exterior of your home via a hose. As the air cools, water is released into the air conditioning system. This either empties away through an external drain or is collected in a tank that you can remove and empty when full.How cold can I make a room?All Homebase air conditioning units have a minimum cooling setting of 16˚C or 18˚C and a maximum setting of 32˚C or 35˚C.Though an air conditioner’s effectiveness will depend on the size of the room it’s placed in and the conditions, in general, this should be enough to maintain your perfect temperature, keeping you cool and comfortable whatever the weather.How can I ensure my air conditioner is working efficiently?Ensuring your air conditioner is working efficiently will not only help it to cool your home or office more quickly, it will also keep your energy bills down.When installing your unit, it’s sensible to make sure that the hose expelling the warm air goes directly to an exterior window.

If the air escapes inside your home, then your unit won’t be able to cool the space as efficiently.Closing windows and doors will also help to cool your space more efficiently, while keeping blinds and curtains drawn will prevent your interior being heated by the sun.What features should I look for in an air conditioner?Adjustable thermostatAn adjustable thermostat allows you to have complete control over the temperature of your room while the unit is operating, which is really important for maintaining a constant, optimum room temperature inside your home or office.1-12 or 1-24 hour timerA timer will allow you to select a specific operating period. Once this period has ended, the air conditioner will switch itself off, reducing wastage and saving you money.Washable pre-filtersWashable pre-filters remove dust, dirt and hair from the air being drawn into the filter, improving the air quality of your home, and preventing your air conditioner from becoming clogged up and working less efficiently. 

These filters can then easily be removed, cleaned and replaced.Mode settingsSome air conditioners have up to four different mode settings, allowing you to either cool, dehumidify, fan or heat the air as needed – making them suitable for use whatever the temperature.Energy efficiencyAs with many household appliances, air conditioners are given an energy rating to show their efficiency. A’ rated units are the most efficient and ‘G’ are the least, and the better the efficiency of your air conditioner, the less money it will cost to run.When browsing our great range of portable air conditioning units, you’ll notice that all appliances carry a British Thermal Unit (BTU) rating. This rating gives an indication of how much cooling the machine is capable of, and the higher the BTU rating, the larger the volume of air the unit can cool.For a general guide on air conditioning costs, the first number of the BTU rating will refer to how much an appliance costs to run per hour in pence. For example, a 9,000 BTU air conditioner will cost 9p per hour to run, and a 12,000 BTU air conditioner will cost 12p per hour.