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MRCOOL Advantage 9,000 BTU 3/4 Ton Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner & Heat Pump Expired
$593
$737.00
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Home Depot has 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.
Thanks to community member jsam88 for finding this deal.
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:
Thanks to community member jsam88 for finding this deal.
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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Found this at Homedepot's website. Add to cart to see the price. This is the non-DIY 220V version.
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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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But the window is still open a few inches and the compressor is right on the other side of the glass, so I'm curious as to how much quieter they are than a traditional window unit.
A mini split keeps the window closed and the compressor even further away and will give the occupant the quietest performance. And some mini splits, including this one, can heat via heat pump.
I have always wanted to just take a window unit and convert it into a split system for my garage. Like this dude [youtube.com]
1. Aesthetics? If so, go for a 4-in-one multi-split unit, or whichever combination that minimizes the number of boxes outside your home - also depends if all your rooms are on one side of your home or split to 2 sides.
2. Affordability? You didn't mention what BTU capacity sizes you need. Assuming it's 9000BTU like this one, just buy 4 of these units. You're not going to get a cheaper per-room price.
Whats the average good price on the 8000/10000 BTU models?
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.
What's the average good price on the 8000/10000 BTU models?
1. The U shape is good in theory, but the install is highly complex, nothing like they described and will leave many air gaps that require foam, filler, tape and other crude methods. Is it worth being able to close the window 80% and block out 50% of the noise? I would say probably not, espcially since when you implement the safety screws and tilt prevention mechanisms, you can't open and close the window anyway.
2. I am highly suspicious of the BTU claims. Firstly, the 8, 10 and 12K unites are all the same dimension and weigh nearly the same. I have never encountered that with a window AC before. I got the 12k unit and noticed it was not cooling my 12-16 room anywhere near as quick, or as well as my old 8k window unit. I hooked up a meter between the plug and the wall and to my shock, the unit never draws more than 600-650 watts, even when set to MAX, eco off, and temp to 60. That is more in line with a 6-8kbtu unit. A 12k BTU unit should be pulling 1000-1200 watts. I am not a conpiracy person but I think they created a single 8k unit and just slapped 8, 10 and 12k btu stickers on them.
3. Another major flaw is that the fan speed is directly tied in to the compressor power level. A high fan speed will have the compressor at full power, blowing very cold air. A low fan speed will reduce the compressor to it's weakest stage, pulling 150 watts and blowing air that i could barely describe as cold. Customer service claims this is due to an algorithm that helps the unit decide how much power to send to the compressor based on fan speed. Well guess what - if I want a low fan speed, but want the air to come out ice cold, I should have that ability, like every other window AC on the plan. As a result, if the room is hot and you want to cool it down and keep it cool, your only option is to have the fan at high speed, and thus loosing the "quiet" claim that made this product so attractive.
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I would not recommend this for anyone who is attracted to it based on the U shape. Your best bet is to go with a standard window unit. If you are interested in a money saving option, there are a few other inverter technology window AC's out there that will allow the compressor to run at less than full power, which will reduce the noise and power draw, but of course, sacrificing cooling power. At the end of the time, there is no cheating physics. I have removed this unit from the window and put my old trust mechanical 9k btu unit back in the window. The room is much more consistently cool and I will survive with the higher noise, content in the fact that my window is better sealed
Minisplits are an amazing way to heat/cool older houses if you need to retrofit something. I just did it because is was so much cheaper than a central heat/air system ($2700 vs ~$15k)
Dont you have a problem with getting the cool air into bedrooms and bathrooms only having 2 sources of cool air as opposed to a vent in all rooms?
But the window is still open a few inches and the compressor is right on the other side of the glass, so I'm curious as to how much quieter they are than a traditional window unit.
A mini split keeps the window closed and the compressor even further away and will give the occupant the quietest performance. And some mini splits, including this one, can heat via heat pump.
I have that midea. Got it on indiegogo about 2 yrs ago. It comes with insulating foam and stuff to cover the gaps so it's actually pretty darn quiet when running. Plus easy to setup, you do need to drill some holes though
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Admittedly, it does not have a heat pump, so it is not a perfect replacement for OP's deal.
I just bought my second Midea u-shaped 8K BTU a/c after having one for a year.
I set up a home office for WFH, and I can comfortably have zoom meetings 3' away from this thing and no one would know.
Without a doubt the best window A/C I've ever owned. I even put the kill-a-watt on it to compare to my old model and because of the inverter tech, it is pulling half the electricity.
the A/C mode is quieter than my window fans and the "Fan" mode is so quiet you'd forget it's on.
The smart features are really well implemented too.
Interesting. I have 2 rooms where the windows only open 7-8". They are double hung so I can pivot the top out and open it further for install. How "open" does the window need to be to bottom out on the unit? Looks to be about 4"?
Admittedly, it does not have a heat pump, so it is not a perfect replacement for OP's deal.
I just bought my second Midea u-shaped 8K BTU a/c after having one for a year.
I set up a home office for WFH, and I can comfortably have zoom meetings 3' away from this thing and no one would know.
Without a doubt the best window A/C I've ever owned. I even put the kill-a-watt on it to compare to my old model and because of the inverter tech, it is pulling half the electricity.
the A/C mode is quieter than my window fans and the "Fan" mode is so quiet you'd forget it's on.
The smart features are really well implemented too.
Where are you buying it even for msrp? It's prices are crazy at Amazon and Walmart, gougers on both sites!
Admittedly, it does not have a heat pump, so it is not a perfect replacement for OP's deal.
I just bought my second Midea u-shaped 8K BTU a/c after having one for a year.
I set up a home office for WFH, and I can comfortably have zoom meetings 3' away from this thing and no one would know.
Without a doubt the best window A/C I've ever owned. I even put the kill-a-watt on it to compare to my old model and because of the inverter tech, it is pulling half the electricity.
the A/C mode is quieter than my window fans and the "Fan" mode is so quiet you'd forget it's on.
The smart features are really well implemented too.
Have an 8k and 10k and agree with everything stated. Going to run mini splits eventually but need to snake a wire for 220 up 3 stories and the midea was an easier install. (Got them from their Kickstarter!)
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Nothing new or innovative in that space. You are looking for a casement ac. https://www.pickhvac.co