Document Types
Paper Presentation
School Code
n/a
School Name
De La Salle University Integrated School (Manila)
Research Advisor (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)
Bernardo, Gian Paolo O.
Abstract/Executive Summary
With millions of deaths resulting from indoor air pollution each year, many look for methods to improve indoor air quality. A common solution is the use of air conditioners, which not only allow temperature control but also improve indoor air quality. Despite several studies proving that air conditioners improve indoor air quality, very little studies have been done on the importance of the maintenance of these appliances. This study aims to identify the effects of air conditioner maintenance on indoor air quality, the possible health effects that may arise from the operation of unmaintained air conditioners, and the ideal frequency of air conditioner maintenance is the purpose of this study. To achieve this, indoor air pollutant concentrations of DLSU classrooms were measured using an air quality monitor at different periods of time since the last maintenance schedule of their air conditioners. The study was able to align with previous related literature regarding the effect of air conditioners on indoor air quality, specifically PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations. However, the trend between the indoor air quality and the time since the air conditioners were last maintained was inversely proportional, which is contrary to the expectation. There was a non-linear trend found between the indoor air quality and the time since the air conditioners were last maintained, showing that air conditioners should be maintained every 200-225 days
Keywords
air conditioner; air pollution; indoor air quality; air conditioner maintenance
Research Theme (for Paper Presentation and Poster Presentation submissions only)
Sustainability, Environment, and Energy (SEE)
Initial Consent for Publication
yes
The Effect of Air Conditioner Maintenance Frequency on the Indoor Air Quality of DLSU Classrooms
With millions of deaths resulting from indoor air pollution each year, many look for methods to improve indoor air quality. A common solution is the use of air conditioners, which not only allow temperature control but also improve indoor air quality. Despite several studies proving that air conditioners improve indoor air quality, very little studies have been done on the importance of the maintenance of these appliances. This study aims to identify the effects of air conditioner maintenance on indoor air quality, the possible health effects that may arise from the operation of unmaintained air conditioners, and the ideal frequency of air conditioner maintenance is the purpose of this study. To achieve this, indoor air pollutant concentrations of DLSU classrooms were measured using an air quality monitor at different periods of time since the last maintenance schedule of their air conditioners. The study was able to align with previous related literature regarding the effect of air conditioners on indoor air quality, specifically PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations. However, the trend between the indoor air quality and the time since the air conditioners were last maintained was inversely proportional, which is contrary to the expectation. There was a non-linear trend found between the indoor air quality and the time since the air conditioners were last maintained, showing that air conditioners should be maintained every 200-225 days
