Short cycling occurs when an HVAC system turns on and off too frequently, which prevents it from reaching its peak efficiency or properly dehumidifying the space. This is often a sign that the system is oversized for the room, such as putting a 24000 BTU unit in a tiny bedroom. Not only does this waste energy, but it also causes excessive wear on the compressor, leading to premature failure. Our inverter technology units are designed to avoid this by slowing down rather than shutting off. To prevent short cycling, always use our BTU calculator before selecting a one zone wall mount from our inventory. Proper sizing is the key to maintaining perfect humidity control throughout the year.