Air Conditioning

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You can run an Air Conditioning system at a reduced electric rate by using a peak controller. During times of peak electric load, a load control switches the compressor on a 15 minute (+-3minutes) OFF/OFF cycle, while the fan runs continuously to circulate air throughout your home.

Rates

• $0.053/kwh, or metered with your existing electric heating system (includes PCA effective 1/01/12)

Control Times

• Up to 400 hours per cooling season. Actual times per day vary depending upon peak power conditions, generally limited to 10 hours per day.
• Typical controlled operation is in intervals of 15 minutes ON, 15 minutes OFF. During control times, your A/C is cycled.

Rebates

• $30 - $330 for Energy Star® rated with minimum efficiencies. New or replacement installations qualify, funding is limited. Must be controlled on an approved Load Management program. See your CWP Representative for details. to find a certified contractor.

Equipment Required

• Central air conditioning system (must be hard-wired, no plug-in or split coil systems)
• Separate meter, electric panel and CWP peak controller.

NOTES ON OPERATION:

• Most control times occur during the hottest times of the day. During this, an adequately sized A/C should be able to maintain a reasonable level of comfort in your home.
• Your A/C may not be able to reduce interior temperatures or humidity during controls times so you could set your A/C to run before the hottest part of the day.
• Generally, most people are comfortable under these conditions:
  o Air is moving (fan is set "ON")
  o Humidity levels between 40-50%
  o Temperature range 74-76 degrees F