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Select a New System
Whether you are building a new home or retrofitting your current home, there are several issues to consider when designing the benefits you want into a new system:
Comfort
Temperature Control Humidity Control
Thermostat Control
Different settings for time of day Different settings for day of week Different settings for different areas of your home
Energy Savings
Heating Efficiency Cooling Efficiency Programmable Thermostat Controls
How to Minimize Total Cost of Ownership
Equipment Cost Monthly Energy Cost Yearly Maintenance Cost Warranties and Extended Warranties Repair Costs Return On Your Investment (ROI)
Indoor Air Quality
Air Filtration
Humidity Control
Bacterial Virus Control
Fresh Air Ventilation
New System Guide
As you can see, a new system decision is impacted by many factors. This guide will present your options and your answers will help us design the best system to meet your needs. So let’s get started!
The following questions will guide you through these points of consideration:
Heating and Cooling Systems
Heating and Cooling Systems
To help us with your evaluation, we need to know what type of system you have in your home. Review the system types below, and chose the one that best represents the system you have in your home. Click on any image for more details about that system type.
System Efficiency and Savings
System Efficiency and Savings
The average homeowner spends about $1,900 annually on energy bills. Heating and cooling accounts for as much as half of a home’s energy use.
Length of Residency
Length of Residency
If you are moving within the next year or two and believe investing in a new home comfort system will improve the value of your home, you should consider making the investment. If you plan to live in your current residence for many years, it may be wise to invest in your future comfort.
Advantages
Advantages
Systems with variable speed blower motors have significant advantages over single speed systems.
Greater Comfort
- Reduced room temperature fluctuation
- Better humidity control
- Quieter operation due to motor ramping up and down slowly vs on/off
Improved Indoor Air Quality
- Air cleaners only filter the air when the blower is on – variable speed can run continuously for just pennies a day
Save Money
- Lower energy bills
- Improves system heating & cooling performance
- Energy Star rated
Standard VS. Variable Speed Blower
Temperature Swing Comparison
System Blower Cycle
Noise Level: Outdoor unit
Noise Level: Outdoor UnitThe quietest OUTDOOR units have two speeds (high and low) and run on low speed about 80% of the time with longer run cycles for dramatically reduced sound levels and less on/off disturbance.
Noise Level: Indoor Unit
The quietest INDOOR units have a variable speed motor and run on low speed about 80-90% of the time for whisper quiet operation. They also have longer run cycles and gradual ramping up/down for less on/off disturbance.
Comparative Sound Ratings
(Decibels)
Variable Speed – Quietest
2-Speed – Quieter
Single Speed – Quiet
Amana Brand Smart Thermostat
Indoor
Sleek, modern, and minimalist controller for Amana systems. Monitor and control your HVAC system from across the room, or from across the country.
Features- Voice control by Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
- Error and service notifications
Amana ComfortNet™ CTK04 - Temperature Control
The Amana® brand ComfortNet digital thermostats work with Amana brand ECM-based furnaces and air handlers and 16 & 18 SEER two-stage air conditioners and heat pumps.
Features- Advanced modulation control
- Heat pump balance point
- Auxiliary heat lock-out
- Continuous fan speed (high, med, low)
- Full color display
- Commercial / residential selection option
- Onboard dehumidification capability
- Humidification control & type selection with wireless option
- Window frost / condensation protection
- Southern dehumidification control
- Multiple commercial dehumidification options
- Indoor temperature averaging
- Device naming option
- User interaction log (historical)
- Outdoor temperature & humidity displays (with RedLINK)
- Advanced staging control
- Heat and cool cycle rate adjustability
- Energy management recovery
- Wireless accessory capability
- Multi-lingual (English, French, Spanish)
- Maintenance reminders for air filters, UV lamps, humidifier pads, & electronic air cleaners
- Continuous, adjustable backlight & contrast
- Temperature & humidity display adjustments
- Temperature display ?F or ?C
- Max heat & min. cool set-point temps
- Max / min temperature / humidity alerts
- Customizable home-screen theme with various options
- Keypad lock-out options
- Auto-display dimming option
- Dealer information capability
- USB upload dealer information & set-up
Problematic Dry Air
Problematic Dry Air
Too little moisture in your home can cause the following conditions:
Increased personal discomfort
Increased breeding ground for viruses
Cracked paint and plaster
Increased static electricity damage
Dried out wood floors and furniture
It is recommended that indoor humidity levels be maintained in the 40-60% range.
High Humidity
High Humidity
Too much humidity can create a breeding ground for …
Bacteria
Mold
Dust Mites
…aggravating allergies and asthma.
Controlling Humidity
Your home comfort system should provide both comfortable temperatures and comfortable humidity levels.
It is recommended that indoor humidity be managed to be in the 40-60% range.
Humdity System
- A system with variable speed blower
- A thermostat with humidity control
Amana HEPA Air Cleaner
Amana HEPA Air Cleaner
The Clean Comfort® CC-HEPAUV Return Duct or Return Remote Collar Mount system has dual UVC germicidal lights with three stages of filtration, a ventilator, a speed selection switch, and a cabinet enclosure system. After passing through the dual UVC germicidal lights, the ventilator pulls air through the pre-filter and then through the impregnated carbon pad for odor control. Finally, the last stage of filtration is the HEPA filter, which removes 99.97% of particles 0.3um in size that pass through the filter*.
Features
- Dual UVC Lamps.
- Installing the CC-HEPAUV in a bypass configuration allows for no added static pressure to the HVAC system.
- Versatile installation: return duct mounting or return remote collar mounting with pre-punched knockouts.
- Plug-in power cord (120 VAC); no field wiring required
- Heavy gauge steel cabinet with powder coat paint finish resists corrosion and provides rigid installation and durability.
Amana Duct-mount HEPA air cleaner
The Clean Comfort® CC-HEPA Return Duct or Return Remote Collar Mount system has three stages of filtration, a ventilator, a speed selection switch, and a cabinet enclosure system. The ventilator pulls air through the pre-filter and then through the impregnated carbon pad for odor control. Finally, the last stage of filtration is the HEPA filter, which removes 99.97% of particles 0.3um in size that pass through the filter*.
Features- Installing the CC-HEPA in a bypass configuration allows for no added static pressure to the HVAC system.
- Versatile installation: return duct mounting or return remote collar mounting with pre-punched knockouts
- Plug-in power cord (120 VAC); no field wiring required.
- Heavy gauge steel cabinet with powder coat paint finish resists corrosion and provides rigid installation and durability
Amana MERV 13 AIR CLEANER
Amana MERV 13 AIR CLEANER
The Clean Comfort® MERV 13 Series media air cleaners for residential applications helps remove a wide range of airborne particles as small as 0.3 micron.
Features
- Filter design features a structured density gradient for sustained efficiency over the life of the filter
- Filter material is constructed of cellulose-free, hydrophobic polyolefin fibers
- Filter has a tight cabinet fit ensuring minimal air bypass
- Heavy-duty, 20 gauge, pre-painted, corrosion-resistant cabinet and door
Amana AM11 Media Air Cleaner
Amana AM11 Media Air Cleaner
The Clean Comfort brand AM Series of media air cleaners are a cost effective way to filter the air in your home compared to electronic air cleaners. These efficient air cleaners help to remove household dust, lint, pet dander and even pollen as these contaminants pass through the return air ducts of your central heating and cooling system. Available in a wide range of sizes and configurations, your HVAC professional can recommend the model that best fits your system
Features
- Includes MERV 11 media filter, rated at 492 feet/minute, removes airborne contaminants down to 0.3 micron
- Unique filter design features a structured density gradient with an electret charge for higher initial and sustained efficiency
- Filter material is constructed of cellulose-free, hydrophobic polyolefin fibers that will not shred or absorb moisture
- Extra deep, 5 1/4 inch pleated filter with long filter life and low static pressure. Filter lasts up to one year in standard a
- Perfect-fit filter has an exact fit with the cabinet ensuring no air bypass so all air in the return duct is treated
- Pre-assembled filter frame is made of strong beverage board. Quick and easy to change filter when needed
- Heavy-gauge, galvanized-steel cabinet and powder-coat paint finish resist corrosion and provide trouble-free installation
Ventilator
Ventilators
A ventilator will help to dilute:
Cooking Odors
Pet Odors
Odors from Paints and Chemicals
Ventilator Benefits
- Odor dilution
- Introduction of fresh, outside air
- Reduces energy loss to a minimum
Ultra Violet Lights
Ultra Violet Lights
Ultraviolet Germicidal Lights keep your home healthy by targeting microorganisms which are harmful to your health.
Microbial Growth
The following can can grow on the indoor cooling coil and circulate throughout the home:
Bacteria
Mold
Fungus
UV Light Benefits
UV Lights help prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses into your home through the ductwork. UV Lights kill these living organisms and help prevent microbial growth on the indoor coil.