Mitsubishi ductless air conditioners are an air condition system that comes with mini split design. They are designed with 3 major units; indoor unit (air handler), conduit /refrigerant line, and outdoor unit (it is where the compressor and condenser are housed). Conduit is functioned to connect indoor and outdoor unit. And as the name implies ‘ductless’, they don’t need ductwork mechanism in installation — that’s why will be one of ideal choices for buildings that don’t work with the installation of ductwork.

What else you need to know about Mitsubishi ductless air conditioners? For indoor use and residential use, there are two popular groups /labels; Mr-Slim and M-Series. Both have been designed with R410a refrigerant and new air cooling technology.

Outdoor unit

The outdoor units are available in two major types:

1. Single zone! As the name suggests, this type is designed to connect with one indoor unit). It is available in several rates or values of SEER (from 17.5 to 26) and HSPF (from 9.5 to 10.6). Generally, single zone is relatively better in SEER (more efficient) than multi zones.
2. And multi zones (an outdoor unit to accommodate multi indoor units (’2-8’ indoor units))! And each indoor unit has its own comfort control.

Indoor unit

The following are some advantages that you can get from an indoor unit of Mitsubishi ductless AC:

1. Available for a smart remote control to control the indoor unit without needing to touch it directly. Furthermore, there is also a wired-remote option for good solution if you are individual who often forget where you place your remote control.
2. Environmentally-friendly since the system has been designed to work with R410a refrigerant which is claimed will affect zero ozone depletion or much friendlier than the older refrigerant version (R-22 refrigerant).
3. Already equipped with good filter to promote clean air in the room and also will be so useful for individuals with dust allergy.
4. Can work efficiently as well as like other brands. The indoor unit is also already designed /equipped with inverter technology. But there are also a few models that come with non-inverter technology. Non-inverter units are usually cheaper in price than units with inverter technology.
5. The indoor units are available in two major types in installation; wall-mounted models and floor-standing models.
6. And much quieter when running since there is no ductwork installation and compressor/condenser is housed to the outside. This is the big benefit why some people choose split model instead of ductwork system.

Furthermore, most of ductless air conditioning products from Mitsubishi are now also qualified for Energy Star approval. This label is so helpful for buyers to distinguish any home appliances that can work more efficient or less efficient.

Note; if you decide to install split AC, don’t forget to make sure that there is a qualified professional in your local area to install it. Because there are still a few professionals that are expert in ductless system — most of them are usually expert in with-duct system!

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However, there are also some crucial steps that you concern as well to make sure you will properly install your unit! The completely instructions for the installation can be found in the owner’s manual!

The following instructions should be used for general guideline on how to install window air conditioner. Each unit (depending on the model and brand) may also have some slightly different procedures or specific instructions. Therefore, always completely follow all instructions in the owner’s manual of your unit!

1. First, prepare all parts of the unit (like curtain rail frame or curtain rail), then assemble them! Don’t forget to install the filter and then ensure that the unit is ready to operate! For this step, leave your air conditioner unplugged!
2. Make sure there is available a proper electrical outlet that is close enough from the area where you choose to install your unit! Read your owner’s manual, ensure your electrical outlet can be used to plug your unit! Generally, most of window AC units need a proper dedicated circuit. If you in doubt for this issue, talk with a certified electrician in your local area! Read also other safety checklists!
3. Don’t forget also to choose a strong window that is able to hold the weight of your unit. Sometimes you may need extra support or brackets to support your window on holding the weight of the unit! Extra brackets are usually included one packaged with the unit, but you can also purchase them separately in hardware & home improvement stores in your local area. When you need to purchase them separately, make sure you choose some that work with your window air con unit!
4. Then position your unit on your window — read your owner’s manual on how to do it properly!
5. One thing you should remember, make sure that the final installation will tilt your window AC up at a very slight angle! This is purposed to direct the condensate drain to the outside of your room or your window. The condensate can drain to the inside if your unit leans into your room.

You may also like to read ideal thermostat setting for summer and how to defrost air conditioner!

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Today, there are many largest manufactures that produce air condition products, and one of them is Mitsubishi. They have tried to freshen up indoor life since 1921! Mitsubishi AC units are available in a wide range of models, designs, and sizes (BTUs). Generally, they are divided into three major categories; units for residential usage, industrial usage, and commercial usage! And for home use, one of their popular AC products is Mr-Slim units. The big questions, why you should choose and buy Mitsubishi air conditioners (Mr-Slim)?

Mr-Slim AC units from Mitsubishi are designed in ductless system (duct free technology), which don’t involve any ductwork mechanism to provide and supply fresh cooled air into your room. Like other ductless air conditioners, Mr-Slim AC units have 3 major parts: indoor unit, outdoor unit, and a conduit that has function to connect outdoor unit & indoor unit! They are not only available for home use but also (some of them) are available for commercial use!

Some common features of Mitsubishi air conditioners (Mr-Slim) include:

1. Already designed with air conditioning inverter technology, which can promote better efficiency on consuming each BTU of energy. Some models come with high efficient inverter (supported with DC compressor)!
2. Have higher value of SEER ratings, which up to 14.00 (depending on the model of the unit).
3. More options on adjusting the speed performance.
4. Programmable timer to adjust when the unit should automatically turn Off/On!
5. Already designed to work with the new friendlier refrigerant (R-410a). This refrigerant is much better and friendlier to the environment (eco-friendly refrigerant).

What are other advantages that you can get by installing and having a Mr-Slim unit to cool your room?

1. Good in reliability! The average failure rate of air conditioning units is about 4 percent — for every 100 units, there is about 4 units that fail! And Mr-Slim AC units are only about one-half of 1%, or 1/8 of the industry average!
2. Friendlier to the environment since most of them use R-410a refrigerant! This refrigerant is claimed will affect ‘zero ozone depletion’.
3. The installation doesn’t require complicated ductwork system, that’s why once again they are often called as ductless unit or mini split unit!
4. Noiseless performance since compressor/condenser is located into outdoor unit (placed to the outside of the room or house)!

Additionally, there are two zoning options; single zoning (an outdoor unit that connects to one indoor unit) and multiple zonings (more powerful outdoor unit that is connected to more than one indoor unit (1-3 or more of indoor units))

And though the installation will not require the ductwork system, but the installation is too difficult to be completely & properly finished on your own. You need a professional technician for the installation, especially to analyze where you should place the outdoor unit and calculate the right size (BTUs) of the system!

You may also like to read portable ACs that work for patio doors and for people with dust allergy!

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As well we know that there are 3 major units of split system; indoor unit (indoor air handling unit), outdoor unit (it houses compressor & condenser), and conduit or familiar known as refrigerant line (it houses other important components, like a condensate drain, power cable, suction tubing, refrigerant tubing, etc). Conduit also has function to connect the indoor and outdoor unit!

In fact, there are some people that don’t like the style and appearance of indoor unit of split system. Based on this fact, LG produces split system air conditioners with more attractive style of indoor unit, so thus will be helpful to keep the quality of an existing room decoration. The different types of indoor unit are also purposed to accommodate the different style of different people.

The following are some models of LG split system air conditioning products!

Standard models

This type is designed in classic shape (rectangular shape) and purposed to be installed on the wall (hanging or mounted on the wall).

The range of sizes (BTUs) for this type is available from 9,000 BTUs – 12,000 BTUs – and for the highest size is about 18,000 BTUs of power cooling capacity.

And for models with inverter technology (can be configured with heat pump technology) are available in higher sizes, which include 36,000 – 30,000 – and 24,000 BTUs of power cooling capacity.

Art cool ‘Mirror’ or ‘Picture’

If you are looking for the indoor units of LG split system air conditioner that can encourage the style & quality of the decoration of your room, then Art cool ‘Mirror’ or Art cool ‘Picture’ are good choices!

The Art cool ‘Mirror’ is available for 9,000 BTUs to 24,000 BTUs of power cooling capacity. As the name implies, this model is designed in mirror-finished (for the indoor units) and with inverter technology for the outdoor units.

And for the Art cool ‘Picture’, as the name suggests this type is designed with art-picture-finished (for the indoor units) — the indoor unit is designed with photography or artwork display! The variety of sizes is available in 12,000 BTUs and 9,000 BTUs! This type is also available for the configurations with heat pump (for the outdoor units)!

Floor standing models

As the name suggests, floor standing indoor units are designed to be able to stand on the floor! And the BTUs sizes of this type are available in two choices; 24, 000 BTUs and 42,000 BTUs — with heat pump model.

Ceiling Cassette models

This type is purposed to be installed on the ceiling. This design can helpful for space saving and will be great choice if you want to transform your ceiling fan to be a powerful air conditioner! This type is available in two different choices of size; 42,000 BTUs and 24,000 BTUs!

What else you need to know about LG split system air conditioners:

1. Most of them are qualified with Energy Star approval.
2. Relatively quieter in performance when running, because the compressor/condenser is housed in the outdoor unit.
3. Most of them are already designed to work with R410A refrigerant, which is a kind of refrigerant that is friendlier to the environment – particularly if compared to the older version of refrigerant (R-22 refrigerant)!
4. And for the installation, there are two types on zoning option; (1) one outdoor unit that connect to one indoor unit (single zoning), and (2) one outdoor unit that connects to 2-3 or more indoor units (multiple zoning).

You may also like to read how to vent portable AC on a crank window and other LG air conditioner types!

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In fact, the noise is one of crucial factors that most people consider when choosing and purchasing a window AC unit. This issue can be so important especially if you want to use the unit to cool your bedroom. You don’t like the noise of the unit disturb your dream when you sleep, don’t you!

The noise of air conditioning is usually rated in dB (decibel). A quiet room usually has about 28 -33 dB. The range of noise of window AC units is usually about 45 dB to 65 dB! Higher value of decibel means the unit will produce more powerful of noise when running. For example, units with 45 dB will be much quieter than units with 59 dB!

What else you need to know about noise of window AC?

1. The noise is usually produced from the moving parts or moving components of the unit, particularly like compressor and fan.
2. The decibel levels that are claimed by manufacture for their AC products are certainly under maximum or optimal conditions. This means, in fact the unit when operating is more likely to produce more noise.

The following are some helpful ideas to reduce or minimize the window air conditioner noise when running:

1. Check the fan blades! More vibration can be produced from bent fan blades! In other words, imbalance of a fan blade will cause more vibration when rotating. So make sure the fan blades work properly.
2. Check the unit’s front panel! The front panel that is not fastened enough can worse the vibration! So, make sure the front panel is in proper position. You can use tape or gasketing, and then add it to help keep the front panel in the right position!
3. Check the vibration! When your unit is operating, put your hands on several spots of the window and the unit. If your hand placement can attenuate the noise, this suggests that the installation of the unit may be suffering from the noise of vibration. For this case, you can check the foam between the unit and window pane! Reinstall it if necessary or you can consider other methods that can help relieve the vibration.
4. Check the filter! In dirty filter, the air flow will be obstructed and then can worse the noise when the unit is operating. On the other hand, a clean filter will be helpful to make a better air flow. Furthermore, a clean filter is also so important to keep the system work efficiently.
5. Don’t forget to give regular maintenance to your unit. For more detailed information, you can find in the owner’s manual instructions.

You may also like to read portable air conditioning and dust allergy!

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LW1810HR is one of popular LG room air conditioner products. It receives a lot of positive comments from many owners, particularly in quality and value. As the name suggests, it has 17,500/18,000 BTUs of power cooling capacity and the manufacture claims this window AC unit will be able to cool up to 1000 square feet of the room. What else you need to know?

LW1810HR LG room air conditioner is also able to be functioned as portable heater in the summer. In heating mode, it has 9,800/12,000 BTUs of power heating capacity and the manufacture claims it will be powerful to heat up 450 sq-ft of the room. One of the excellent features of this window AC unit is 4 options to adjust the air direction (left, right, up, and down). The other features include; multiple cooling/heating speeds (helpful to easily control the temperature of the room), programmable timer on/off, and remote control.

What else you should know?

1. LW1810HR LG room air conditioner is not wall AC unit, but it is designed to be installed on the window or window AC unit.
2. This unit use R410A refrigerant, it is relatively friendlier to the environment than R-22 refrigerant.
3. For the noise, the manufacture claims the unit will produce about 55 dBA level (for indoor) and 63 dBA level (for outdoor).
4. The weight is about 136 pounds. So make sure your window that you choose for the installation is strong enough to hold to the unit!
5. This LG product is designed with 5.5 (pts/hr) for dehumidification, and ‘side by side’ for the type air discharge.
6. And to handle the excess moisture, a drain pipe is more recommended than tray or rubber ball in LW1810HR. This is optional component.

Pros:

1. Excellent in warranty — 5 years parts & labor (limited in-home service warranty).
2. Friendly to the environment since it has been designed to work with R410A refrigerant.
3. Bigger in size BTUs (either for cooling and heating), which can help cool or heat larger area.
4. 4-way air direction is so helpful for you to adjust the air flow with easy.

Cons:

1. There is nothing special with the noise when the unit is running, especially at high setting. But there are also some owners that feel satisfied with the quiet performance of this LG room air conditioning unit.
2. The timer is not up to 24 hours on/off. As mentioned before, it only has 12 hours on/off timer, which can be one of drawbacks for some people.
3. Low in EER, the manufacture claims the unit only has EER of 9.7! This is something you need more concern if you are looking for window air conditioning that can work more efficient! Nevertheless, there are also some comments from owners that are satisfied to the performance of LW1810HR when paying their utility bills.

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Like other regular mini split models, LG mini split air conditioner units are also designed with two main units; outdoor unit and indoor unit! The outdoor unit is usually designed to be installed or located outside of the room (as well as the name suggests). It houses compressor/condenser. And on the other hand, as the name implies indoor unit it is installed inside the room that houses air-handling unit (has main function to transfer cooled air into the room).

LG mini split air conditioners are also familiar known as ductless units (duct-free technology). But there is also another component what we call as ‘conduit’! It has function to house other important components (like a condensate drain, refrigerant tubing, suction tubing, and power cable) and connect the outdoor unit and indoor unit! Conduit is also familiar called as refrigerant lines, which can be so helpful to eliminate the requirement for bulky ductwork!

Why you should choose mini split or ductless models? They are one of best recommendations if there is no ductwork option in your house. Furthermore, we also can choose them for room additions. But if you are looking for a practical option to complement your existing central air conditioning, you can choose LG portable air conditioner or window AC units instead of LG ductless air conditioning!

Like other LG air conditioning products, ductless AC units from LG are also available in a range of BTUs (sizes of power cooling capacity). This is purposed to accommodate different large square feet of the rooms.

Furthermore, the indoor units are also offered in some different types and models, which will be helpful to encourage the interior quality of the room. You can choose one that meet to your style and the existing interior of your room.

What else you need to know about LG mini split air conditioning units before purchasing? The following are some pros and cons:

Pros

1. We don’t need ductwork mechanism to install them! Some opinions say that this is the key of the better efficiency in mini split system. Furthermore, this is also one of reasons to make the installation to be easier!
2. More flexibility for zoning individual room and relatively smaller in size if compared to regular central AC systems.
3. Relatively more quiet than window or portable AC units, because the condenser/compressor is housed to the outside of the house.
4. Designed with inverter technology! This technology can be helpful to use each BTU of energy more efficient.
5. Designed with plasma air purifying feature, which can promote healthier and cleaner air.
6. Most of LG mini split air conditioners are now equipped with what we call as ‘powerful jet cool’, which can help cool the room more quickly.
7. Most of components are made with anti-corrosion (GoldFin) coatings!

Cons

1. Though the installation doesn’t need ductwork, but the installation is actually not easy! You need to hire a professional technician to make sure the system is properly installed. Moreover, the location where to put the outdoor unit is also so crucial. The wrong choice will lead to poor performance (poor cooling, poor-efficient, and even sometimes can cause short-cycling problem)!
2. The size (BTUs) is so crucial! Therefore, make sure your professional technician will carefully consider this issue!
3. Sometimes finding a qualified installer is not easy, because there are more contractors that have special ability on installing not-ductless systems — according to a published article on energysavers.gov!
4. If compared to other models (particularly if compared to portable AC units or window AC units), ductless mini units can take more costs on the utility bills.

Overall, no body’s perfect! Each product has pros and cons. The best choice is one that can accommodate your requirement almost perfectly! So, should you choose and install LG mini split air conditioner? The choice is yours!

You may also like to read Friedrich Window AC (CP06F10) & evaporative cooler (troubleshooting guide)!

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The history of LG brand

They are Korean company, and today they become one of the largest manufactures in the world. This company was founded in 1958 (a lot older than you may realize). GoldStar was the previous name of LG at the beginning of this company in 1958. As time progressed, GoldStar merged with LUCKY brand (a popular brand that sold household items). As a result, now we know them as ‘LG’, this may stand for ‘Lucky GoldStar’. With this new brand name, this company becomes one of the largest electronic firms in these days.

LG air conditioner models and types for home use!

Though there are a lot of AC products from LG for home use, but this company also produces some types of air conditioning for commercial purpose.

Generally, there are 4 types of LG air conditioning for home use; portable AC units, casement AC units, window AC units, and wall AC models. These products are available in a wide range of sizes (BTUs – power cooling capacities), from 6,000 BTUs to 23,500 BTUs.

And for the common features (features that can be found in almost all LG AC products) include; remote control, 24 hours on/off programmable timer, and auto evaporation technology.

And for specific features (depending on the model of the unit) include; heat pump technology, auto cool with multiple fan speeds, oscillating air vent,  4-way air direction, fan speeds (2 cooling), anti-corrosion (gold fin), dehumidification function, heat/cool feature, etc.

And for warranty, most of their products are offered with 1 year labor and parts of warranty — limited in-home service. But this is dependent on the model of the unit itself!

LG portable air conditioners

The range of sizes for this category is about from 7,000 BTUs to 14,000 BTUs! Some popular products for this category are LP0711WNR, LP0910WNR, LP1111WXR, LP1311BXR, and LP1411SHR!

The third and fourth numbers for these tags describes a specific size of power cooling capacity. For example, LP1311BXR (LP – ”13” – 11BXR ) means it has 13,000 BTUs of power cooling capacity.

LG window air conditioners

If compared to other categories, window AC units from LG are available in more types, models, and sizes. The sizes in this category from 6,000 BTUs to 23,500 BTUs of power cooling capacity!

There are 3 popular features for this category; electronic touch controls (with using remote), four-way air direction, and auto cool with three-cooling & fan speeds!

Some popular products for this category include: LW2410HR, LW1811ER, LW1810HR, LW1511ER, LW1211ER, LW1210ER, L1010ER, LW1011ER, LW8011ER, L8010ER, and LW6511ER!

LG wall air conditioning units

They are available in several sizes, which include from 8,000 BTUs to 11,500 BTUs! Anti-corrosion (gold fin) is one of popular features in this category. For the installation, most of the products in this category are designed with universal fit for sleeve

For the price range is about from $ 459 to $569 — higher size & more features of the unit have a big role to determine the price!

And some popular all AC products for this category are LT081CNR, LT101CNR, LT103CNR, LT123CNR, LT143CNR, and LT123HNR!

LG casement AC

There are fewer products for this category. The sizes are only available about from 9,000 BTUs to 11,000 BTUs. Some of popular units for this category are; LW1011CR and LW1012CR!

For more detailed information about LG air conditioner models, you can visit the official online site of LG!

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Looking for portable air conditioner for this summer? LP1411SHR LG portable AC unit may be one of your best choices. As the name implies, it is powered with 14,000 BTUs of power cooling capacity, which can be powerful enough to cool 350-500 square feet of rooms. What else you need to know about this product? Here is a helpful and simple review!

Though the manufacture claims that LP1411SHR portable AC unit is powerful to cool up to 600 sq-ft, but (for best performance) there are some comments on internet that it should be purposed for about 450-500 sq-ft of rooms. And for the features include; programmable timer (24 hr on/off timer), equipped with heat pump technology, oscillating air vent, and dehumidification feature!

The heat pump technology is useful to cut the carbon emission from the room up to 90%. The oscillating air vent is purposed to circulate more efficiently the cool air in the room. And for the dehumidification feature, (as the name suggests) it has function to manage the humidity level of the room, which is claimed will be helpful to minimize the risk of over cooling so thus the users can save more their money on paying their utility bills.

What else you need to know about LP1411SHR LG portable air conditioner?

1. This product is designed with 10.1 of EER. This means if you are looking for the best choice that can work more efficient, then you may need to give more attention to this point!
2. The noise is about 58 of dBA (in front of the unit) — not too bad & not too good!
3.  It is designed with self-evaporate technology to use water condensation to cool some parts of the unit. This feature also can help remove the excess water. But it also uses a collection tank that must be emptied regularly. There is a helpful sign “FL /water full indicator” in display reading when the tank is full! The tank will be full quickly if the humidity of the room is very high.
4. (White LCD) display panel is positioned on the top of the unit, and this is something that will make you be not too easy to read the display panel (sometimes you may need to get close to read any indicators in the display panel).
5. And there are some comments on internet say that this portable AC unit is less powerful to cool 500 sq-ft of basement. If you want to use it to cool your basement, some owners recommend about 450 sq-ft of basement but not too recommended for 500-600 of basement.  However this issue is closely associated to your local climate and humidity, or also the design of your basement!

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When it comes to cooling down the room (room air conditioners), Haier is one of popular brands. They are one of the largest manufactures that have many room AC products to choose from. Like other regular AC units, haier air conditioners also require regularly maintenance to keep their performance on efficiently cooling the room. Let’s explore anything you should know on how to maintain and clean haier AC (particularly for haier window air conditioner)!

Why you should regularly clean your unit?

As mentioned before, regularly maintenance is so important to keep powerful and efficient for your unit when running. There are some parts of the unit that need more attention to be cleaned regularly. One of these parts is the filter. In many cases, it tends to get more accumulated dusts than other parts of the unit. And if the filter is dirty, it can affect the efficiency performance of your air conditioner. Unit with dirty filter are more likely to work less powerful, and consume higher energy.

Overall, if your AC get properly maintenance, this can give a significant effect to make the unit last longer. Furthermore, if the unit keeps working efficiently — you will get lower utility each month and this means there is more energy and more money that you can save!

Tips on cleaning your haier air conditioner!

For more depth-in information about what anything you should do to clean properly your unit, you can read the manual’s instructions. And below are some helpful tips (simple guide) for the maintenance of window haier air conditioner!

1. First make sure to completely unplug your unit before doing your maintenance.
2. Then find the location of the filter! It is usually located behind the front grille. Remove carefully the filter (read the manual’s instructions on how to properly remove it), and then use warm water to clean the filter. Then rinse and shake gently the water from the air conditioner filter until it is clean enough! Then allow it to dry completely. Note; avoid turning on your unit before the filter is clean and completely reinstalled!
3. How often you should clean the filter? Most of hair window air conditioning’s filters are recommended to be cleaned at least once every 2 weeks during summer (ON season).
4. The front cabinet or panels also should be inspected and cleaned regularly. But avoid using certain harmful chemicals to clean it, like metal scouring pads, bleach, solvents, chlorine, or harsh chemicals! These may discolor, damage, or dissolve your haier window AC unit! And much more recommended to choose and use mild soap or warm water with a soft cloth dampened.
5. After ON season, you need to properly store your unit! Reinstall the unit carefully and then drain completely any water inside the unit — water left in some components (like in the pan) can cause damage or rusting to the electrical connections! Then you can use the original box of your unit for the safely space to strore the unit. If the unit is not intended to be removed, you can use a proper winter cover to safely cover the unit during OFF season.

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