I just got a GE AEW12AM window a/c and the energy saver mode doesn't work that well. I'm used to the in-wall a/c that usually run for a few minutes then turn off for ten. This GE unit seems to turn off once it gets 2 degrees below the set temperature and comes back on when it gets to 2 degrees above your specified temp. So the a/c will run for a while until it gets to the temp, but then it turns off for at least 30-60 minutes even though it starts getting kinda hot. Part of the problem I think is that the thermostat in the a/c gets varying temperatures. How can I fix this?
Energy Saver on new A/C doesn’t work well
air-conditioningenergy efficiency
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Best Answer
I would return it.
Energy saving modes work like this: You set the temp and the fan and compressor run until the room is cooled to that temperature +/- a few degrees. Once the set temperature is reached, the compressor AND fan shut off. Every 2-5 minutes (each manufacture is different) ONLY the fan will turn on to get the room air circulating though the unit to check the temperature. If the room got hotter, then the compressor and fan will turn on to cool and turn off when done. Repeat cycle.
Where as the normal mode the fan and compressor come on, and once the temperature is reached, the compressor turns off but the fan stays on continuously.