Rising electricity costs in Pakistan are forcing households to rethink how they use their ACs. This guide shows you exactly how AirX inverter air conditioners — and the right habits — can slash your monthly bill without sacrificing comfort.
Set the Ideal Temperature: 24°C – 26°C
One of the most impactful and overlooked AC energy-saving tips in Pakistan is simply setting the right temperature. The ideal AC temperature for electricity saving is 24°C to 26°C. At this range, your air conditioner’s compressor operates efficiently — it doesn’t overload, and the room never gets unnecessarily cold.
Dropping the thermostat below 22°C can increase electricity consumption by up to 6% for every degree — a significant figure when Pakistan’s electricity tariffs are already high
AirX Ampere Lock Function — Control Your Electricity in Real Time
Unlike generic ACs, AirX air conditioners come equipped with the Ampere Lock Function — a first-of-its-kind feature in Pakistan’s AC market that lets you hard-cap how much current your AC draws. This is especially useful during peak hours when electricity costs the most.
L1:Ultra-low consumption mode. Ideal for mild weather or budget-critical hours.
L1 will set on 2A.
L2:Balanced mode. Best for daily use when moderate cooling is sufficient.
L2 will set on 3A.
L3:Full-power mode. Use during peak summer heat or rapid room cool-down.
L3 will set on 5A.
Use the Sleep Timer to Avoid Wasting Electricity Overnight
Running your AC all night on full load is one of the biggest sources of wasted electricity in Pakistani homes. AirX’s timer function lets you schedule automatic shut-off so the unit turns off after you’ve fallen asleep — no wasted units, no cold room at 3am.
- Press the Timer button on your AirX remote control.
- Scroll to your desired duration — 1 hour, 2 hours, or a custom time.
- Confirm the setting. The AC will automatically turn off at the scheduled time.
Eco Clean / Auto Clean — Keep Your AC Efficient Without a Technician
A dirty AC filter can reduce cooling efficiency by 15–20% and force your compressor to work harder — directly increasing electricity consumption. AirX solves this with the built-in Eco Clean (Auto Self-Clean) function, which runs a 3-step automated cleaning cycle:
- Freeze cycle: The coils are frozen to trap dust, bacteria, and microbial buildup on the surface.
- Self-clean activation: The system automatically enters a deep-clean mode to break down contamination.
- Defrost & drain: Melted contaminants are flushed out through the drainage system — no mess, no manual scrubbing.
- To activate: press the Eco Clean button on your remote. A beep confirms activation. The cycle completes automatically before resuming normal cooling.
How Auto Clean/Eco Clean function works in AirX Air Conditioner
Eco clean works in 3 steps:
- It performs a cooling cycle that freezes the coils, trapping dust and microbial buildup.
- The system automatically activates the self-cleaning mode.
- This is followed by a defrosting and drying process that melts and drains away the
collected contaminants through the drainage system.
How to Set Self Clean in AirX AC?
Press the Eco Clean button on the remote control; you will hear a beep sound from the AC, indicating that the clean mode has been activated. Within a short time, the AC will complete its self-cleaning process and resume normal operation.
Use inverter ACs or energy-efficient models
Investing in an energy-efficient air conditioner model may seem slightly expensive at first, but it offers long-term benefits. With features like smart sensors, eco modes, and various energy ratings, inverter technology is far superior to conventional air conditioners.
Unlike traditional ACs that operate at a fixed speed and power—turning on and off frequently and consuming more energy inverter ACs run more efficiently. AirX offers a wide range of energy-efficient inverter ACs that are designed to deliver powerful cooling with reduced electricity consumption.
AirX Inverter AC and its features
There are two types of inverter air conditioners one of them is Force model and the second is the GrandMax model.
Their model numbers and features are given below:
AirX GrandMax
- ton
AXWM-12IHCAEX1 / AXWM-12IHCAEX1
Features:
Btu: 12000
EER:3.25
Operating Voltage: 100V-280V
Compressor: T3
Ampere Lock Function
WIFI enabled
Full DC inverter
High Ambient cooling up to 560 C
Refrigerant R410A
Warranty: 10 years compressor and 2 years parts
Gross Weight: 11/27KG
1.5 ton
AXWM-18IHCAEX1 / AXWM-18IHCAEX1
Features:
Btu: 18000
EER:3.18
Operating Voltage: 100V-280V
Compressor: T3
Ampere Lock Function
WIFI enabled
Full DC inverter
High Ambient cooling up to 560 C
Refrigerant R410A
Warranty: 10 years compressor and 2 years parts
Gross Weight: 14/34KG
2.0 ton
AXWM-24IHCAEX1 / AXWM-24IHCAEX1
Features:
Btu: 24000
EER:3.34
Operating Voltage: 100V-280V
Compressor: T3
Ampere Lock Function
WIFI enabled
Full DC inverter
High Ambient cooling up to 560 C
Refrigerant R410A
Warranty: 10 years compressor and 2 years parts
Gross Weight: 17/41KG
AirX Force
- ton
AXWM-12IHCAEF1G / AXWM-12IHCAEF1G
Features:
Btu: 12000
Size: Bigger Size 820x290x200
EER:3.30
Operating Voltage: 100V-280V
Compressor: T3
Ampere Lock Function
WIFI enabled
Full DC inverter
High Ambient cooling up to 560 C
Refrigerant R410A
Warranty: 15 years compressor and 2 years parts
Gross Weight: 11/27KG
- ton
AXWM-18IHCAEF1G / AXWM-18IHCAEF1G
Features:
Btu: 18000
Size: Bigger Size 1100x320x230
EER:3.35
Operating Voltage: 100V-280V
Compressor: T3
Ampere Lock Function
WIFI enabled
Full DC inverter
High Ambient cooling up to 560 C
Refrigerant R410A
Warranty: 15 years compressor and 2 years parts
Gross Weight: 17/36KG
- ton
AXWM-24IHCAEF1G / AXWM-24IHCAEF1G
Features:
Btu: 24000
Size: Bigger Size 1100x320x230
EER:3.37
Operating Voltage: 100V-280V
Compressor: T3
Ampere Lock Function
WIFI enabled
Full DC inverter
High Ambient cooling up to 560 C
Refrigerant R410A
Warranty: 15 years compressor and 2 years parts
Gross Weight: 17/41KG
Avoid Heat Generation Appliances
Do not use heat generation appliances like lamps, iron, oven as they generate heat. So, avoid to use these appliances near to your air conditioner.
Use Curtains
Make sure the usage of curtain in that room where your AirX Ac is installed and do not let the sun light in the room.
Use Ceiling Fans
Run the ceiling fan at a slow speed — it helps circulate the cool air and produces a gentle, refreshing breeze.