Summer in India often equates to power cuts.
Imagine the scenario where you are enjoying a cold beverage at 3 in the noon or leaning towards dozing off under the fan at midnight. Then, one click and you are off to an AC, lights, fan, and fridge. Suddenly it feels as if you are in a tandoor oven and the home turns into an oven.
This is not only a village problem anymore, and cities like Delhi, Nagpur and Hyderabad also have to deal with the summers where there are untimed power cuts. But the worst of it all is the uncertainty. How long is the wait? One hour? Four? The entire night?
In this article, we will discuss jugadd techniques that are reliable during blackouts and alongside that, why ACs, are engineered to master hot conditions during blackouts.
Let us begin.
Why does 2PM blackouts feel 10x hotter
Adjusting space temperatures without ACs is not smart science as modern age inventions do exist to aid efficiency during resource shortage.
When the power goes:
- The cooling fan machinery ceases to function to ventilate
- The structure’s interiors soak up and retain caloric energy
- Fridges and televisions as well as other appliances which usually intake and warm up excess energy to function, currently possess no outlet for the excess energy available.
- Lack of both internal and external air circulation means that perspiration leads to fluid loss without any replacement occurring.
All in all caloric feedback leads one’s body to sense warmth far greater than the actual temperature. This excess warmth makes resting, focusing and keeping hydrated even more difficult.
Actions bundled around these three timelines can be taken: before, during and after the blackout.
Before the Power Cut: How to Prepare Smartly
Your blackout strategy may not be predictable, but blackouts themselves are. Here’s some DIY blackout strategies that can stretch out your comfort even further.
1. Retroactively cool your space
Pre-nap AC sessions have long been the best in stimulating productivity, albeit the time slot is crucial. Morning AC sessions can surprise by cooling not only air but also walls, furniture and floors. After the nurturing session, all doors and windows should be shut to trap the AC reward geared for 1-2 hours blackout duration.
With a AC fitted with Supersonic Cooling, your room can get cooled within 10 seconds. That means no lengthy pre-cooling runs. Just set the AC to Turbo Mode, cool, switch off, and you’re done.
2. Choose the right covers for windows
West and south-facing windows get more sunlight than any other. Not all curtains perform the same function. Reflective blinds, thermal curtains, and blackout drapes do a better job at keeping windows insulated and blocking out sunlight.
3. Make it airtight
Warm air being able to slip through puts a damper on your efforts to cool the room. Cloth rolls, rubber beading, and foam strips fill gaps and reinforce the airtight seal of windows and doors. The better insulated your room is, the cooler it will remain.
4. Set Preferences to Turn Off AC Features if Not in Use
Some units have features like Intelli Sleep curves for scheduled cooling based on user habits. Selecting these options when they’re not needed allows the AC to remember settings even during power downtime. The intelligent part of these systems is that they restore the last saved settings, including sleep modes, without needing to reset.
During the Blackout: Smart Thinking Innovations Meets Jugaad
Let’s assume the electricity is just cut off. Here is how to stay comfortable in the heat:
1. Trick Tan to not shine through: Summer Options Hotbox
Close all windows, drapes, and limit opening doors to keep indoor heat. Avoid making indoor scorchers even worse through outside sneaky heat.
2. Hydration and smart sippers
Keeping cold water within reach is helpful when it comes to hydration, however, don’t gulp. Drink small sips. If sweating profusely, add salt or lemon.
3. Skip foam and choose cotton: Indian Mat
During blackouts, cotton mats or chatais are preferable over foam mattresses. Foam traps heat while chatais are breathable.
4. Heating hell triggers
Avoid turning on backup lights or chargers unless absolutely necessary. Do not cook during a blackout. Even the inverter powered phone charging adds to indoor heat.
When Power Comes Back: Smooth sailing AC
Now you can feel the ultimate advantage of a smarter AC in contrast to a regular one.
Let’s talk about the first 5 minutes after the power comes back on and what occurs during this period.
If your AC has Supersonic Cooling
The moment the electricity comes back, the AC goes to full throttle. You feel a blast of cool air within 10 seconds. With Supersonic cooling, what was once a Herqer’s ineffective AC is now using every rpm on the motor. This technology cools far faster than older models.
If your AC has AI Eco or AI Climate Control
These Eco Ai programs remember prior settings making it easier for the user. Instead of returning to a freezing or burning condition, the AC decides on its own how to best optimize the space. It cools and saves power without any effort on your part.
If it has Hyper PCB and voltage protection
Older Air conditioners simply give out when the power comes back. Hyper PCB equipped ACs do not suffer from this issue. They are designed to withstand power surges as well as drops, making them suitable for unstable electricity supplies. Unlike older ACs, the Hyper PCB covered, fire-safe material configured PCBs and smart compressor systems guarantee your AC won’t fry after a power outage.
If you are using Convertible Modes
Sometimes lesser tonnage is preferable, like in the case of 40% cooling during the night time. Intelli Convertible 7-in-1 does give you full flexibility, granting the freedom to manually customize the tonnage output based on your precise need.
Miscellaneous Changes That Make A Big Impact
Besides the additional AC, here are uncommon practices on how to deal with blackouts:
Use long air flow technology
Because moving cold air to every part of a large or oddly shaped room is difficult for most ACs, 20m long airflow solves that problem. You cool your entire room evenly, and faster.
Install a power-efficient inverter or solar backup
In areas with frequent blackouts, installing a solar backup or hybrid inverter is a good investment. Newer ACs are designed to work with lower voltages and power efficiently, especially with AI ECO on. That greatly improves compatibility for the backup.
Switch on energy monitoring
Some models enable tracking energy consumption with mobile applications. Targets can be set, met, and usage forgotten while saving mode takes over after a cap exceedance. Autopilot. Advance instead of waiting.
Most Common Blackout Problems And Their Solutions
- Stop opening the fridge too often
- As long as the fridge does not open, it stays cool for hours
- Do not attempt to charge devices simultaneously
- This could cause your inverter to trip due to overloading
- Avoid using power
- strips with heavy load devices
- Heavy load devices used while power is off can be damaging when power returns due to a surge
Don’t Wait Until a Power Outage to Clean Your AC Filter
A neglected AC filter increases the time it takes to cool a room. There’s no need to worry. Frost Self-Clean Function allows the AC to clean itself. A simple press of a button activates the self-clean cycle and the unit washes itself inside out. Hygiene, airflow, and cooling efficiency is especially important right after a blackout.
What About Overnight Power Cuts?
These are dreadful during summer. Here’s how to get through them:
- Sleep on the floor with a lightweight sleeping mat
- Reversible battery-powered fans (must be recharged each day)
- Cool water stored in clay pots, stays chilly without refrigeration
- Cooling gel pillows or gel neck wraps
As soon as the power resumes, set the AC to Turbo mode. Most systems memorize settings so you can switch to power saving mode instantly. No work required.
Final Words: Keeping Your Mind Chill Will Help Survive Long, Hot Nights
Power cuts are part and parcel of Indian summers. There’s no getting away from them. But the right technology helps mitigate their impact.
An air conditioner that functions in cooperation with the user makes a difference: smart ACs are no longer a luxury, but a lifestyle upgrade. AI energy management, self-clean technology, protective measures against voltage fluctuations, and swift post-blackout cooling enhance daily comfort.
Haier India has, indeed, created products with the Indian environment in mind. They can withstand severe power cuts, endure the blistering heat, and adjust to your needs. They are not just machines; they are intelligent partners for households in India that offer ease and comfort.
Look through the myriad of air conditioners on offer at Haier India to get one that not only cools a room, but also complies and adjusts to your lifestyle activities.