Carrier EACAAXCC0014 Installation And Operation Manual page 11

Q. What if I no longer hear any popping or zapping noises coming from
my unit? Is it still cleaning the air?
A. If the zapping noises stop and the air cleaner is not in need of
servicing, then one of two situations has occurred. First, the Electronic
Air Cleaner has successfully removed all larger particles from the air
and is cleaning microscopic particles which do not cause the zapping
noise. Second, the blower and/or HVAC system is not running and air
is not flowing through the ductwork. The Electronic Air Cleaner cannot
remove particles if the air stream is not moving.
Q. I lost power to my home during a storm. Should I worry about the
Electronic Air Cleaner?
A. The most common problem associated with power outages is the unit
will not turn on properly after power is restored. If the Red and Green
light come on for a couple of seconds and then go off, the unit is
OK. Just turn the HVAC blower off, turn the unit ON and then turn the
blower back on. If the Red and/or Green light does NOT come on
after a storm, the power supply in the Electronic Air Cleaner may be
short circuited. Contact a local HVAC contractor for further
information.
Q. My installer told me to keep my HVAC system blower running all the
time, but I don't want to increase my power bill. What should I do?
A. It is recommended that you keep your HVAC system blower running
all the time to achieve the maximum air cleanJng efficiency. This will
allow the Electronic Air Cleaner to do what it is designed to do, which
is clean the air. Remember that if the air does not reach the air cleaner,
it cannot be cleaned. On average, your Electronic Air Cleaner will use
the same amount of electricity as a 55W light bulb. The energy usage
of the HVAC system blower will depend on the age of your system,
energy costs in your regional location and other variables. The best
solution is to try running the HVAC system blower in continuous mode
for a month or two to estimate your annual energy costs and base
your final decision on what you feel most comfortable with.
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