If you have a DF Code on a Mini Split, it is in Defrost Mode. A mini split will go into defrost mode is when the outside unit becomes frozen and needs to be defrosted. It is normal for a unit to o into defrost mode, and it is usually only temporary and goes away.… Read More »
If you have a mini split with an E7 error code, the usual cause is a mode conflict or a communication issue. There are also a few things a DIY type person can do before calling an HVAC tech. Of course, if in doubt, always call a professional an HVAC tech. Below are the things… Read More »
A P6 code on a mini split will vary between manufacturers and model numbers. For example, a P6 code on a Cooper and Hunter mini split is an “Inverter Module (IPM) Protection Error”. When the voltage signal Inverter Module (IPM) Protection sends the compressor drive chip is abnormal, the display LED will show P6. Mini… Read More »
Mini Split HVAC systems are great for heating and cooling and are very versatile able to be fitted into almost any space. Besides picking the right mini split manufacturer how big a unit is needed also needs to be considered. This is easy to do by calculating the square feet of the space to be… Read More »
Best Mini Split for a Garage What Size Mini Split Does a Garage Need? Do Mini Split Units Heat and Cool? How to Install a Mini Split in a Garage Mini-Split Heat Pump units are a great way to heat and cool a garage since they are small and are low-cost to operate. They can… Read More »
When buying a DIY mini split several things always need to be considered, from efficiency rating to the voltages it uses to operate. While most units are 240v, there are 120v units when higher voltage is not available. 120-volt units can also be easier to install since many understand the wiring better than 240-volt units.… Read More »
Mini split units have many benefits, from DIY installation kits to low cost to operate. While they are great to use, there can be times when the outside unit can stick out and be an eyesore. This will depend on the house and landscaping as to how well a unit fits into a place. There… Read More »
Anyone looking to do a DIY mini split install will need a few basic HVAC tools to get the job done. Basic tools include HVAC gauges, a vacuum pump, a hose adapter, and a few other optional tools. If you already have some tools read here for a list of tools needed to install a… Read More »
Tiny homes have become very popular for many reasons, from low-cost and saving money to less impact on the environment. Heating and cooling a tiny home can be done in a variety of ways, with perhaps the best option to use a Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump. Using a ductless mini split on a tiny… Read More »
If you do a lot of work in a garage, depending on where you live, heating it is almost a must. Most start to research their options for heating a garage and most often lean toward large electric heaters. While large electric heaters do the job, they are not the most efficient way to heat… Read More »