ELECTRA was founded in 1947, as part of the international company ELCO Holdings. The Israeli manufacturer is known in more than 50 countries: in Europe, Asia, Australia, South America. Over the years of its activity, the company managed to earn decent experience in the development of high-quality domestic and commercial products (duct, cassette, floor-and-ceiling air conditioners), and the industrial segment. On average, about 1 million units of Elektra's products fall from the assembly line to store shelves per year. Most of its profits Electra spends on research and scientific work in order to introduce the most modern technical developments into its products. All products are certified and regulated by ISO 9001,14001. The main factory of the manufacturer is located in China, which allows to reduce production costs and deliver high-quality and inexpensive products to the markets of Europe, Russia and the CIS countries.
The main line of household air conditioners
Today, on the Russian market, one can meet Electra air conditioners of various designs and purpose: monoblock (mobile air conditioners) designs, split systems, multisplit systems, as well as industrial chillers and high school fireplaces.
Window Air Conditioners Electra
Window representatives are designed to serve small premises, where the window will be the only convenient place for installation. However, such a monoblock can be installed even in thin walls, having previously prepared a suitable recess in the wall in size. The main condition is that most of the block should be outside the room, only the decorative facade part with the air duct grille and the control panel remain inside. Naturally, with relatively small dimensions and design features, such an air conditioner combines in one case: a compressor, an evaporator, a condenser and all the electronics, which is why the device makes a lot of noise. All window monoblock products are designed for air conditioning of premises up to 50 m2. Installation will require a special pocket in the window. Even if the device hermetically closes the slots in the window, chill will still leak through the housing grills in the winter. Therefore, the use of such units is recommended where the temperature during the cold seasons does not exceed minus 5-10 degrees, so that it is possible to use the air conditioner as a heater. It is strongly not recommended to turn on the air conditioner in frosts below -10 degrees. A good window air conditioning company Electra is considered a model Electra VBZ4-30 (6.4kW heat / cooling capacity) and KC 33 RC-M (3.3kW heat / cooling capacity).
Split system Electra Platinum DC Inverter series
The Platinum series is equipped with inverter compressors. Such air conditioners are more durable and less resource-intensive - energy savings of up to 30%. The built-in inverter “wisely” switches the compressor, reducing and increasing power depending on the temperature and the selected mode, which will allow you to quickly catch up, and absolutely precisely maintain the required room temperature. Also, inverter models produce less noise, and are able to work even at -15 degrees outside the window. Additional features of the Platinum range are:
- An electrostatic filter that allows you to retain a large number of dust particles and pollutants;
- Improved design of the evaporator: aerodynamic shape enveloping the impeller, reduces noise and improves heat transfer efficiency;
- IonPlus technology is a built-in ionizer that cleans the air of allergens and pathogenic bacteria. The air becomes fresh and clean, like after rain.
- “IFeel” function - temperature is measured by a remote control that informs the air conditioner. Analyzing the data received from the remote control, the split system makes a decision: switch to enhanced work speeds, stay at the same, or idle.
Split systems of the Compact and Classic series
As the manufacturer himself notes, installing a compact and classic series air conditioner is very convenient, due to its small size and specially designed pins on the case. Popular models in the series are: Electra Classic 14, and Electra Compact 12 RC. In the Compact lineup, a feature is compatibility with Airconet - network control of the air conditioner, with the ability to switch the device to the desired mode from a centralized control panel. Such integration with computer networks allows serving up to 250 units in one network, and in case of malfunctions, notifications can be sent via SMS, e-mail, etc. Airconet is a technical solution for large enterprises for monitoring and managing climate systems from Electra .
Comparison of the characteristics of popular models
| Model | WMN 07 RC | WMZ 24 RC | JGF 09 |
| Heat output | 2180W | 6500W | 2810W |
| Cooling capacity | 2190W | 6300W | 2640W |
| Power consumption (cooling / heating) | 790W / 760W | 1970W | 820W / 780W |
| Recommended service area | 20m2 | 63m2 | 25m2 |
| Operating modes | Cooling, heating, iFeel mode, timer, carbon filter, dehumidification | Cooling, heating, dehumidification (2.6l / h), timer, anti-ice system | Cooling, heating, drainage (1l / h), timer, anti-ice system |
| Type of refrigerant | R22 | R22 | R410A |
| Noise level | 30-36dB | 44-50dB | 32-37dB |
| Display | LED indicators | LED indicators | Digital display |
Instructions for the remote control and air conditioning Electra
Each model range is equipped with individual instructions and a universal remote control (RC-3, RC-5). The instruction contains useful information for the user, and structurally consists of several sections, which are recommended to be fully read before the first inclusion. Briefly about the sections of the instruction manual:
- Introduction Description of system elements and components.
- Modes of operation. Characteristics of each available operating mode of the air conditioner: COOL, HEAT, DRY, AUTO, FAN, TIMER, iFEEL, etc.
- Using the remote control for an Electra air conditioner. On the keypad of the remote control, there may be extra functions that may not be available for some models because the remote control is universal for the entire line. The section deals with the purpose of each button, how to set certain settings, turn on the timer, and even how to change the batteries. The entire section is illustrated in detail.
- Maintenance. A section on how to clean filters at home, and on minor improvised repair of an air conditioner without the involvement of specialists. Everything is illustrated, directions are written in an accessible language for "amateurs."
- Tips for use. What you need to know when using the device: seasonal tips, the radius of the remote control, precautions, etc.
The instruction for air conditioners is unique in each case, so the above structure is strictly general in nature, but common to all models.
Error codes for air conditioners Electra
A self-diagnosis system is available in all modern models of Electra air conditioners. If there is a display on the front panel of the device, then most likely that the error codes of the air conditioners will be displayed on it. But, nevertheless, in the absence of a display, indicators of operating modes take on its role. Blinking of the diodes indicates a specific error code, depending on the number of such blinking. Also, the error code should appear on the display of the remote control.
Usually, in the event of any malfunction, the air conditioner must respond and switch to the “malfunction” indication mode. This does not always happen, and the device may continue to work, but “incorrectly” (for example, there is no supply of hot air). In all cases, it is recommended to consult a specialist.
User reviews
Reviews on household air conditioners manufactured by Electra are mostly neutral, except for industrial-type models. Below are the real user reviews collected on the Internet:
Positive:
- Goods of the "middle" class at a low price;
- Good Brazilian compressor;
- There are colorful models on the market, you can buy almost any color to choose from;
- Nice design, silent operation.
Negative:
- The first time I had to clean the filter was already a month later;
- Energy Saving Class A;
- Every year, specialist service is needed;
- A month later, he stopped switching to "Auto" mode.
Elektra air conditioners - products of the "middle" and "premium" class, have proven themselves in the Russian market in terms of price and quality.
