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MRCOOL Advantage 3rd Gen 9,000 BTU 3/4 Ton Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner & Heat Pump (A-09-HP-230B) on sale for
$592.76 (price shown in cart). Select free ship to store pickup where available to save on shipping.
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Please Note: This system is meant to be installed by a HVAC technician. Refer to the product page and forum thread for additional details and discussion.
Key Features:- New 3rd generation advantage systems includes SmartHVAC Wi-Fi control module with improved setup and enhanced functionality for Apple and Android smart devices; works with Amazon Alexa; works with Google Assistant
- Installation by a licensed professional required where applicable
- 1-year compressor, 2-year parts and 1-year remote warranty when registered and when installed by a licensed professional
- R-410A environmentally friendly refrigerant
- Sleep mode, louver position memory, gold fin anti-corrosion and auto restart functions
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The main issue that I have with them is that their temperature control/regulation is messed up and the company won't do anything about it in terms of warranty support. If I set one to heat mode and set the temperature setting to a given temp like 72 degrees, the heat starts blasting, and continues heating up until the room is well over 100; it NEVER stops when it's on heating mode-- whether it's set to a temperature the standard way, or with the "follow me" mode on the remote.
When it's in A/C mode or Auto (which uses either A/C or heat as needed) the temperature regulation is extremely poor, when set to 72, the room will vary between 60 and 80.
There are also various more minor issues: the manual contains multiple errors, such as the hole cutout template is wrong for this model etc etc, the wiring diagram was wrong in the manual, and the wiring terminal label sticker was missing from both of my outdoor condensor units. All of these things just point to poor english language technical support from the company.
They don't stand by offering any meaningful warranty support to licensed contractors, and they openly state that homeowners/handyman installers won't get warranty support at all.
After a couple phone calls or emails, they promise to have their tech guys get back in touch, but you never hear from them again.
In the interest of fairness, there are several pros for these models though:
-These units are pretty easy to install (other than relatively minor issues with the manual and wiring diagrams) Also if you're not experience with cutting and brazing the refrigerant lines, then you'll likely wind up with an unsightly coil of extra line somewhere.
-They are QUIET. I don't have a decibel meter, but they are drastically quieter than any window unit or household central A/C that I have heard
- They are quite efficient compared to central A/C units or window/portable units
I hoped that these units could be an economical alternative to higher end brands, but while their mechanical performance is apparently quite good; they are quiet, powerful, and efficient-- the numerous electronic issues make this models a poor choice IME
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There are some "teardowns" on YouTube, seems like they went for higher quality components across the board and each bit contributes to lower noise. Whatever they did, I'm very very happy with the noise level.
It's still a fan, but on par with a coway mighty about halfway between their setting "2" and "3" (actually rather closer to the 2 but still also definitely rather louder) I only really hear the fan noise from the Midea and a quiet non-rhythmic ticking that I assume is the coolant or maybe the compressor.
The other benefit is that the Midea is 120V whereas almost all mini splits are 240V. That's not possible for me to wire up in a rental.
But since you mentioned you are living in a rental apartment, the Midea "U"s are probably your best bet.
He said it's like a mini split. Not all minit have heat pumps
model with a heat-pump and adjustable for various wall thicknesses,
they would have a product that would be stiff competition for the mini-splits
and may drive the mini-split prices down.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085P27..._p-20&th=1
https://www.pickhvac.co
Saddle inverter air conditioner and heat-pump that accommodates different wall thicknesses.
Or, if possible, mini-splits with, say 6', 18' and 30' lines ready to go.
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That's pretty cool but the 'retail' price of $399.00 from the Midea sight for the 10k BTU can't be found. I understand that in summer my the A/C prices go crazy, but still disappointing. There is a brand called Soleus that has the same idea, but is a 'saddle' and actually is below the window, which doesn't obstruct your view. I'm now obsessed with 'U' shaped A/Cs as a better alternative than 'portable' A/Cs, even the two hose types.
Cool story.
Usually a unit with higher EER and SEER is expensive but the rate of return is amazing. The upfront cost maybe a little higher but thats MORE cost effective and environment friendly. Just my two cents.
Perhaps a condensate pump could be added to automatically drain outside?
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