Mini Split units are great DIY AC units to install and cool an open space or section of a home. After installing a unit, the wiring and refrigerant line-set is left exposed and is a bit ugly to look at. An easy, low-cost fix is to buy a decorative line-set cover kit that hides all… Read More »
One of the biggest challenges to installing a mini-split is getting the line-set flares together correctly. The connections need to be sealed well for the system to work properly. Most DIY mini-split kits will come already with flared ends, but sometimes, these flares will need to be redone. If the tip becomes scratched or over-tightened,… Read More »
Mini split units have become very popular with DIY individuals and can be very beneficial when heating an cooling a home or business. Their low cost to operate and install compared to traditional HVAC units makes them ideal in many scenarios. How Much Does It Cost to Buy a Mini Split? The Average cost for… Read More »
An EE error code on a Cooper and Hunter mini split is a Water Level Alarm Malfunction. There is an issue with the water level in the unit which should be checked. When the alarm voltage signal is less than 5-volts, the LED will display a failure. Possible Causes of EE Mini Split Error Code… Read More »
If the indoor condensing fan motor on Pioneer mini split unit fails it can be replaced by a DIY type of individual. The fan motor is located inside the unit on the right side of the blower wheel. Replacing it falls in the DIY category but if in doubt, be sure to call a professional.… Read More »
Mini split units have become hugely popular since they are low-cost to operate and can be installed by DIY-type individuals. The benefits of mini splits are well known, but how do they work? A mini split unit works the same as a larger split HVAC system but on a smaller scale. There are also heat… Read More »
Mini split heat pumps are very popular since they cost much less compared to traditional HVAC systems. They are also very popular with the DIY crowd since kits can be bought and installed by a homeowner with no need for an expensive HVAC company. Mr Cool is one such mini split DIY kit that can… Read More »
Dual Zone mini split systems are great HVAC units when cooling more than one room is needed. Single Zone units heat and cool one room, while Dual zone units heat and cool 2 rooms. What Is a Dual Zone Mini Split? A Dual Zone mini split, sometimes called multi-zone, heats and cools two rooms using… Read More »
A P6 code on a mini split will vary between manufacturers and model numbers, so be sure to look at the manual for the unit to know the exact definition. 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… Read More »
Mini Split systems are great for heating and cooling and are very versatile able to be fitted into almost any space. Besides picking the right unit 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 maintained. How to… Read More »