Friedrich is known for manufacturing some of the world's most durable air conditioners. You won't believe some of the places you'll find them. Friedrich air conditioners are made from higher grade materials and components that delivery dependable operation for years. But don't take their word for it. Some of their customers are business that operate in harsh environments where equipment just has to work. Period. Oil companies rely on them to cool offshort oil rigs, and they can be found on military bases and in government offices all over the world. Friedrich air conditioners are in use at Northrop Grumman, Eastman Chemical and the Kennedy Space Center, just to name a few. If they can handle their jobs, just think how well they will perform in your home. Available at AJ Madison.
Ductless Split Systems Air Conditioning
No ductwork? No problem. Incredibly quiet, sleek and energy-efficient, ductless split systems are the smart way to cool rooms without ductwork-even those without windows or exterior walls. And new for 2011, high-efficiency 115V models with Inverter Technology!
Why choose wall-mounted?
If you have one or more rooms without exterior walls or windows, a wall-mounted ductless split system will work beautifully. The indoor air handler is sleek, unobtrusive and quiet. You need only a 2" clearance from the ceiling, so you'll have lots of placement options. All systems come with a remote control, so even units high on the wall are easy to operate. There's also an optional wired, wall-mounted controller for models over 18,000 BTU.
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Rated 4 out of 5Â by
BD Smart Purchase
I bought this unit for a room that was an addition to my house. The original house HVAC could not handle the additional space. I installed this 9000btu unit with the short line kit in approximately 6 hours...not including trips to the hardware store. Installation was fairly easy once you overcome cutting a 2-1/2 inch hole in an exterior wall. You will need a vacuum pump to draw down the refrigerant lines. It was well explained in the instuctions. I would suggest a wall bracket to mount the outdoor compressor. It helps the aesthetics. I would also suggest a conduit for the refrigerant lines, electrical line and drain line. Also for aesthetics. The room cooled immediately and maintained temperature. The compressor is quiet. Make sure the drain line is always draining downward. This unit removes a lot of moisture from the room.
7/3/12
Rated 5 out of 5Â by Blindrighthander Quiet
This is the third split system ducted and nonducted that I have installed. I already had all of the tools necessary for installation, I am a very mechanically inclined, and found this system easy to install. Special equipment you will need is as follows:
1. Vacuum pump
2. Vacuum gauge
3. A/C refrigerant gauges (just for pump and gauge connections to evacuate the system
4. 5/16" r410a gauge adapter
This system is very quiet - both the indoor and outdoor units.
5/8/13
Rated 5 out of 5Â by phantasm Super Efficient Unit - DIY beware
While I'm no All American Handyman, I am fairly skilled at most home projects. This one, however, took quite some time and left me scratching my head at several times with the included instructions. Top challenges:
1) Running the line set is challenging if you are running through walls and ceiling space. If at all possible go with the shortest run possible. The 35' line set is a bear to work with.
2) Line set connection says to use some sort of oil between the connections. Still to this day after googling around, I don't know what this is and forgoed it. Seemed no to make a difference.
3) The drain hose from the indoor unit to outdoors was a challenge to figure out. My suggestion (and what I used) was a dishwasher drain hose. This has the rigidity needed no to bend. I also moved the drain side so that it ran straight into the wall. After reading the instructions you get a fear about draining to outside if you live in a cold weather climate. My recommendation is that this is better than draining to a crawl space which can attract termites and cause mold. Keep in mind the 1/4" drop every foot for proper water flow.
4) When you buy a pump and hose set to pump down the line set, you will need a 3/8 R410a adapter. Nowhere is this clear in the instruction manual and it isn't a part your local mega home improvement center will sell.
5) When you get everything installed and first turn it on, it takes several minutes for the unit to get up to speed (warming or cooling air at a very low speed). I thought the unit was broken and flipped the breaker because I thought nothing was happening. THE UNIT RUNS EXTREMELY QUIET and at low speeds most of the time.
6) Remote only works when aimed at the unit. It's infrared, not RF. So with it mounted on the wall, you'll need to remove it, aim it at the unit then put it back. More of a training issue for others in the house.
Hopefully the notes here will help others as they install their units.
12/11/12
Rated 5 out of 5Â by goulrich48 I should have buy this unit a long time ago
for some items the french guide translation isn't too good so I had to refer to the english one to be sure about the instructions.
5/24/12
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Luxuries of a Mini-Split (Ductless Split System)
Ductless Split Air Conditioner & Heat Pump products offer wide versatility in solving your cooling and heating requirements. The Indoor unit (evaporator) is mounted inside the room, and usually goes very unnoticeable. It is connected to the outdoor unit (condenser) via refrigerant lines & inter-unit wiring through a 3-1/2" opening in the wall. Since no ductwork is required, installation is simple, fast & efficient. There is no need to use up window space or cut large openings in existing walls, which could undermine the integrity of your structure, and even pose security risks. Since the Rotary compressor is located in the outdoor unit, compressor operating noise is virtually eliminated from the indoor. The indoor unit has been uniquely designed to provide Whisper Quiet operation while delivering comfort throughout the room(s). In addition, rotary compressors provide efficient, powerful cooling at the lowest noise levels in the industry.
Installation & Warranty Info
AJ Madison recommends the installation of a Ductless Split System to be done by a trained and qualified HVAC technician with the proper knowledge and background. A trained technician will be able to judge the best location for the air handling (evaporator) unit and also the correct size for the area it has to cool. For assistance with all your technical needs please contact our technical department at hvactechsupport@ajmadison.com.
Note: AJ Madison will only finalize a Mini-Split (Ductless Split System) purchase with an authorized HVAC Technician.
Should you experience an issue during the installation or the initial startup of the unit please do not contact the manufacturer. You should have the technician that installed the units contact either AJ Madison or the manufacturer. We cannot accept any service or warranty calls from anybody but a licensed HVAC technician. We have full technical support team available to help you throughout the installation process.
AJ Madison, Inc. cannot be held liable for improper installation and operation of any product purchased from our company. Should a warranty issue arise where parts will need to be replaced, an installation receipt will be required along with your AJ Madison sales receipt. Failure to provide a receipt or invoice may result in the warranty not being honored.
Note: Warranties on mini split air conditioners only include parts and do not include labor. The licensed HVAC Technician who installs your air conditioner should always provide you with a labor warranty (preferably for a full year to compliment the manufacturers' parts warranty).
