Niagara Air Conditioner Review: Error Codes, Wall Model Comparison

Air coolers under the Niagara brand also take a worthy place in the line of budget air conditioners. The units are equipped with all the necessary functions, are unpretentious in operation, and their relatively low cost is one of the main advantages of the brand produced at the famous Galanz air conditioner production plant.

The company is one of the ten largest manufacturers of household appliances in China, every second microwave oven on the planet is produced there. A relatively new direction for the manufacturing giant is the production of air conditioners. Galanz factories produce a wide range of refrigeration devices of various brands, and Niagara is one of them. The product line was produced by order of the American company "American Future Trading, Inc." and fully meets international standards.

Main series of air conditioners

Niagara Smart (or T-series)

Air conditioners have 12 standard and 6 additional distinctive features. Works only in cooling mode, there is no space heating function. This model is the most affordable, suitable for a room with high traffic or where it is difficult to ensure frequent filter changes.

The following models also have two additional options:

• Light wave - the technology of eliminating bacteria (99.43%) is achieved through the operation of a light wave generator built into the evaporator. It destroys harmful microorganisms inside the evaporator, converting them into CO2 and H2O. The vaporizer itself is gold-plated, which creates an additional barrier to bacteria.
• Low outdoor temperature - The outdoor unit can also cool when the outside temperature is low.

Niagara Galaxy (G-series)

The use of heating is especially justified in the autumn or spring period, when it is not possible to use central heating. Compared to using an oil radiator, an air conditioner turned on for heating will consume 2.5-3 times less electricity.

Thanks to the wide swivel double louvers, this cooling unit can be used without fear of drafts in a nursery or office with a lot of workstations. Due to the low cost, split systems are in great demand.

Niagara Lux (S-series)

The design of the stylish indoor unit was developed by designers of French and American origin. The color scheme is represented by shades of champagne, burgundy, silver and white. Also, if necessary, additional filters for air purification can be built into the indoor unit of the model.

Niagara Excellent (M-series)

The top model was to the taste of the interior designers. The mirrored black panel of the indoor unit will emphasize the excellent style of the owner and decorate any room. Excellent, unlike its counterparts, is equipped with additional "bonuses": a smoke and gas detector in the room.

Niagara Lux Inverter (D-series)

If energy saving is one of the key factors when choosing an air conditioner, you should take a closer look at models with an inverter in a Lux case. The lineup is represented by three capacities: 9, 12, 18 unit capacities.

Distinctive features

• Improved heat transfer of copper tubes (corrugated). In these models, heat transfer is 30-35% higher compared to other splits.
• Ventilation with three ventilation speeds.
• Maintaining an optimal level of humidity in the room.
• The complex operation of various filters (dust, coal, plasma) cleans the air from smoke, pollen, unpleasant odors, and also neutralizes harmful chemical elements in the air.
• The main part of any air conditioning system is the compressor. Cooling parts of proven brands are used in the internal blocks of the brand: Panasonic, Sonyo, LG and Mitsubishi Electric. Thanks to the use of high-quality parts, the split-system models have a long service life.

Description of the functions of Niagara air conditioners

All Niagara models have 12 standard and 6 additional distinctive features.

• The removable panel of the indoor unit makes it easy to keep clean.
• Dust filter (captures small dust, easy to clean).
• LED display.
• Copper tube, threaded inside.
• Hydrophilic aluminum fins (thanks to them a free flow of water between the fins is possible).
• Fan with three blade speeds.
• Strong moisture absorption (using this option is effective on rainy days and in areas with high humidity, a comfortable temperature level is achieved without lowering the room temperature).
• Quiet operation of the air conditioner.
• Sleep mode is a great way to save energy: the air conditioner is calibrated to maintain the set temperature.
• Prevention of freezing of blocks (when the heating mode is turned on, the fan starts to work only if the temperature of the pipeline has reached the optimal temperature).
• Self-diagnostic function: the mode helps to identify faults using the processor and displays them on the display.
• Ease of wiring (thanks to the built-in terminal board, the cable can be quickly connected between the units of the air conditioner).

Additional options:

• Vitamin C filter: Made from an emissive material, it delivers vitamin C into the air, has a beneficial effect on the skin and lowers the pressure level.
• Evaporator Gold Plated - The heat exchanger is made of aluminum and has a Gold Fin coating with anti-corrosion effect, which prolongs the life of the appliance.
• Restart function - in case of power outages, the device is automatically turned off and then turned on with the same settings.
• Antibacterial filter with nano-molecules Ag +. When absorbed more than 99%, enzyme activity is reduced and fresh air is supplied over a long period of time.
• Ionizer - this option improves the functioning of the respiratory system, prevents the development of lung diseases and stimulates blood circulation.
• Stainless steel body.

Comparison of model characteristics

Niagara Console and Air Conditioners Instructions

To control the functions of the Niagara air conditioner, two models are used:

• The GZ-39GB-E1 remote control is used for the Lux (S) and Excellent (M) series models
• The GZ-1002B-E3 remote control regulates the operation of Smart (T) ， Galaxy (G) air conditioners.

Console models regulate basic and additional options. The main options that are regulated by buttons include:

• «Sleep»Puts the air conditioner into sleep mode;
• «Display»Activates / deactivates the display of the indoor unit;
• «Timer»Helps to set the current time and set up the timer;
• «Turbo»- turns on and off the accelerated air supply;
• «MODE»- selection of the operating mode;
• «FAN'S SPEED»- switches the fan speed;
• The blinds direction is regulated by two buttons: up-down and left-right.

Niagara air conditioner error codes

The key to proper operation is the installation of the air conditioner by specialists and its correct maintenance. In the event of any malfunction, an error code will flash on the display.A description of the problem is presented in the manual for the Niagara air conditioner, but you should not resort to correcting a serious error in the work yourself, it is better to resort to the help of a specialist.

In case of problems it is worth:

• Determine the cause of the problem by the code description;
• In cases where it is not required to uninstall the air conditioner, try to fix it on your own, after consulting a technician by telephone;
• If a serious malfunction occurs (for example, a broken impeller), it is better to call a service team to repair the air conditioner.

User reviews

A comprehensive review of all aspects of the product before buying, including reviews of those who already use similar products, allows you to make the right choice.

Consumers note the following advantages:

• the optimal quality level of brand household air conditioners at a low cost;
• stylish design;
• low noise level;
• the presence of a large number of modes.

Disadvantages:

• low quality of plastic from which the body is made;
• relatively large dimensions of the indoor unit.