How to choose a Heat Pump / Air Conditioner

There is a lot of misinformation regarding heat pumps. This guide is to try to explain to you about heat pumps in general.

• How Many Rooms Do You Want Heated?
  You can buy a single heat pump to heat a single area or room, a 'multi-system' to heat 2, 3 or 4 areas, or a fully ducted system if you wish to heat your whole home.
  
  Many people start with a single unit, and later, when they see just how convenient and comfortable heat pumps can be, go on to buy more units for other rooms.
• What You Should Expect From Your Heat Pump
  Today's heat pumps come with a variety of features. However, there are some basic requirements that are important:

  Quality	It is important to choose a brand you can trust. Fujitsu, for example, offer the longest warranty in New Zealand - 6 Years full parts and labour warranty when you choose a Fujitsu Accredited Installer, or 5 years if you choose a non-accredited installer.
  Energy Efficiency	Efficiency means lower running cost, and a healthier environment. By their very nature, heat pumps are the most efficient form of heating there is. But different brands also have different levels of efficiency too - check to see the brand you are purchasing has the Energy Star logo, and the ratings from EECA. Efficiency has always been a priority with Fujitsu.
  Quiet Operation	Most heat pumps are quiet indoors, as the only sound comes from the fan. The decibel levels of our heat pumps are shown in the brochure specifications. Fujitsu's improved fan design and 'quiet mode' on many models means that you simply cannot buy a quieter heat pump anywhere.

Other Features You Might Enjoy

• Plasma Filters
  These clever filters reduce dust and dirt in the air, as well as absorbing unpleasant household odours like kitchen and pet smells.
• Self-Cleaning Filters
  This is a Fujitsu world exclusive - an automatic filter that cleans itself, sterilises dirt and dust and therefore refreshes the air, as well saving energy wasted by dirty filters. This feature is exclusive to the Nocria model range.
• Other Technology Includes
  Remote control
  Reverse cycle
  Sleep and digital timer
  Moisture removal

Which Type of Heat Pump will Suit You Best?

• Split Systems
  Nearly all heat pumps are split systems - that means they have an outdoor unit - which contains the compressor, and a discreet indoor unit that contains the fan that circulates the warm air (or cool air in the summer).
  
  These units are designed to be discreet both in appearance and operation. The outdoor unit contains the compressor, which is the busy part. The indoor unit simply has a fan to circulate the warm or cold air as required. The indoor environment is then quieter, with the equipment arranged like this. Choose the indoor type and model that suits you best.
  
• Hi-Wall Splits
  
  The most popular models. These slim, elegant and whisper quiet indoor units can be mounted unobtrusively on a wall. They all offer advanced technology, including remote control, reverse cycle, sleep and digital timer, and moisture removal, and some offer additional features - check the brochures on this site to choose the features that you want.
• Ceiling Wall - Nocria
  
  These units are exclusive to Fujitsu, and are designed to sit very high on the wall, just below the ceiling and above eye-line, to remain unobtrusive. They can also be used successfully in low ceiling situations.
  
  They offer the exclusive automatic filter cleaner and world first fan technology. They are top energy savers, as well as being whisper quiet, with all the features you need, such remote control, timers, large airflow and New Zealand's longest warranty.
• Compact Cassettes
  
  The most discreet option, with only the grill showing in the ceiling. They provide heating and cooling in a range of capacities. Latest fan technology distributes conditioned air through 2, 3 or 4 sides, with adjustable directional flaps.
  
  The Fujitsu compact cassette is unobtrusive, yet efficient and very effective. Features include 2, 3 or 4 way air distribution, brilliant airflow to reach the whole room, built-in timers, remote control and optional wired (wall) controllers.
• Floor Standing
  
  Floor standing these units look like a conventional gas or night storage heater. They are lightweight and ultra slim, and offer a full range of capacities, offering quiet, but powerful operation. Check Fujitsu's exclusive new Compact Floor Console.
• Ducted Systems
  
  A layer split system that heats (or cools in Summer) your whole home. The compressor unit can be stores outside, or in your roof space.
  
  The warm (or cool) air is distributed via insulated ducting connected to ceiling or floor units.
  
  Ducting is the ultimate invisible solutions for year round comfort, which adds luxury as well as value to your home.