Ducted air conditioners offer several advantages over single room, split-system units, and deliver more precise comfort to each room in your home. Fujitsu General offers a range of ducted air conditioners, each suiting a different range of homes, budgets and air conditioning demands. Read on to learn more about how these whole home solutions operate, tips on maintaining your system for optimum performance and how to clean ducted air conditioner filters.

What is a Ducted Air Conditioner?

Ducted air conditioners are whole home systems consisting of a compressor and heat exchanger located in an outdoor unit, an evaporator, and blower fan installed indoors, and a series of ducts and vents.

Installing a ducted home air conditioner is possible in any property that has enough space in its roof cavity to house the indoor unit. The vents in a ducted air conditioner integrate seamlessly into the ceiling of your home.

How Does a Ducted Air Conditioner Work?

Ducted air conditioners perform a number of tasks in your home over and above adjusting the indoor air temperature. Existing air is absorbed into the return air grille, which also filters out dust dander to improve air quality in your home. 

Depending on the temperature the system has been set to, the indoor unit will then distribute warm or cool air throughout your home. The air is transported through a network of flexible ductwork to the vents located in the ceiling of each room.

Benefits of Ducted Air Conditioners

A ducted air conditioner offers a number of potential advantages over a split system unit placed in each room. A ducted system is an effective solution to heat and cool your entire home and can be installed in a way that does not protrude from walls inside your home.

Best Temperature Control Possible

A ducted air conditioner provides the most holistic option for heating or cooling your home to the exact temperature that suits you. This flexibility is enhanced even further by installing a zoned ducted air conditioning system, which allows the temperature of each room to be adjusted independently of one another.

Aesthetic and Design

Ducted air conditioning systems have a thin profile, meaning that they integrate seamlessly with the design of your home. The indoor system’s hardware is mostly located in your property’s roof cavity, with vents that sit flush with the ceiling of the room, meaning you will barely notice the installation of the system in your home.

Choosing the Right Ducted Air Conditioner

If you believe ducted air conditioning would benefit your household, your next decision is which exact system to install. Fujitsu General offers a wide range of ducted air conditioning systems catering to different varying property sizes. We have listed some tips in the following sections to help you choose the most suitable system for your home.

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How Big of a Ducted Air Conditioner Do I Need?

The right size ducted air conditioner for your home will depend on a number of factors, including the height of your ceilings, the number of rooms to be cooled and any sources of natural light that are likely to impact the room. .

A large capacity air conditioner may be necessary if your home has large, west-facing windows, or multiple rooms that are not insulated. For more precise information on which ducted air conditioning system will best suit your needs, please use the Fujitsu Assist Tool or speak to one of our technicians.

How Much is a Ducted Air Conditioner?

Ducted air conditioners vary in price according to the system’s output, features and size. For clearer information on how much it would cost to install a ducted air conditioning system in your home, please contact us for a quote, or configure your ideal system using the Fujitsu Assist Tool.

Maintenance and Servicing

Like any other air conditioning system, ducted units require regular maintenance to guarantee their performance. Servicing the unit and cleaning its filters are important steps in ensuring your ducted air conditioner continues to operate smoothly all year round.

How Often Should You Service a Ducted Air Conditioner?

Ducted air conditioners should be serviced professionally by a Fujitsu General technician once every 12 months. 

The filter in your ducted air conditioner should be cleaned more regularly if the system is in constant operation. If you use your ducted air conditioner at least once a day, clean its filter every 3 months to ensure its performance is not impacted.

How to Clean Ducted Air Conditioner Filters

Ducted air conditioner filters can be cleaned using a vacuum and warm water. First, remove the filter by undoing the hinged return air grille frame and sliding out the filter. then vacuum as much of the loose lint and dust off it as possible. Wash with warm, soapy water and allow to air dry before replacing the filter and repositioning the grille.

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What Should I Look For In A Ducted Air Conditioner?

There are a number of modern functionalities you may wish to look for when purchasing a ducted air conditioning system.

Smart Control and Automation

Many ducted air conditioners now offer the ability to be operated using a mobile app or a dedicated controller, such as Fujitsu’s anywAiR Technology Ducted Controller. These functionalities allow you to switch your unit or one of its zones on or off remotely, in addition to adjusting temperature, fan speed and any recurring timers you may have set.

Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact

In addition to using more efficient inverter motors, modern ducted air conditioners can be programmed to only operate at certain times of day to reduce the amount of energy used. Many systems are also equipped with a dedicated Economy mode, helping further reduce the amount of energy consumed by the unit. 

Read about how to make ducted air conditioning even more energy-efficient.