On November 11th, Panasonic shared optimal settings for switching air conditioners from cooling to heating, along with tips for using humidifiers. According to data from users connected to the company's "Eolia App," the nationwide heating usage rate on November 8th surpassed 20% for the first time this season, reaching 20.6%. By prefecture, Iwate recorded the highest usage at 48.6%, with the Tohoku region accounting for the top five prefectures.
Fuko Fukuda, Panasonic's Air Meister, first recommends directing warm air downwards as much as possible. Warm air tends to accumulate near the ceiling, so if the airflow direction is kept horizontal or swinging as it would be for cooling, only the upper parts of the room will warm up, making it difficult for warm air to reach your feet. Directing the airflow downwards helps minimize temperature differences between the upper and lower areas of the room.
The left and right airflow direction should also be adjusted according to the unit's installation position. If the air conditioner is located at one end of the room, directing warm air towards the center will help it spread more effectively. For fan speed, the company recommends "Auto," which adjusts according to the room temperature, rather than fixing it to "Low."
If you still feel cold even after adjusting the airflow direction and fan speed, it's advisable to check the humidity before raising the set temperature. When the air is dry, heat can easily escape from the body's surface, leading to a feeling of coldness even at the same room temperature. Panasonic suggests an ideal indoor humidity level of approximately 40-60% during winter.
Humidifiers should be placed where the emitted air can merge with the warm air and spread throughout the entire room. However, it's recommended to avoid placing the humidifier directly under the air conditioner, as warm air hitting the unit can cause the humidity sensor to malfunction. Additionally, keep it away from windows to prevent condensation.
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