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Old 08-08-13, 10:13 PM   #26
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Originally Posted by Elcam84 View Post

I also plan to put in a new AC in the spring next year as well which will enable us to keep the house a a more comfortable 74 or so.
If your home is suitable for mini-split systems, you might want to look into
replacing your old system with an inverter type mini-split.

They have a variable output, and use very low power at low output levels.
I was just running my Den Sanyo 24,000 BTU system to cool down the Den only.
It wasn't real hot here, so it was only using 360 to 460 watts, when it wasn't in idle mode.
Total usage after a couple of hours was 0.5 kWh..
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