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LED lighting Manual switch for air conditioning system

The installation of LED bulbs throughout the launderette Laundry Loft employs two modes of operation for its air
represents a commendable practice in energy conservation – conditioning system: manual and automatic. Split air
see Figures 7 and 8. LED bulbs are known for superior energy conditioners are repositioned above the clothes dryer
efficiency to traditional incandescent bulbs. By opting for units; see Figure 9. In the manual operation mode, users
LED lighting, Laundry Loft has significantly reduced energy must activate the air conditioning system upon entering
consumption while maintaining adequate illumination the laundry shop. Once activated, the system operates for
levels. a predetermined period before automatically switching
off. This setup ensures that the air conditioning is not
continuously running, saving energy.

Recycling of air conditioning condensate

There is potential to repurpose the air conditioning
condensate instead of simply draining it away. This water
can be used for washing, such as cleaning floors or utensils;
Figure 7: Type of LED bulb used at the site as above. however, it should not be used for consumption. A suitable
container should be placed at the condensate outlet to collect
the condensate. Since condensate is continuously produced
while the air conditioner is operational, an overflow line
should be installed to redirect excess condensate back to the
drain, if necessary.

Figure 8: Use of LED lighting at site as above.
Figure 9: Air con unit above dryers as above.

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