Review on Energy Star 18000 BTU Senville Aura Series Mini Split Air Conditioner With Heat Pump And Alexa Compatibility In White by Aaron Guy

This is a perfect model for 850-1000 sq feet. The head unit and heat pump unit are very quiet and energy efficient. For the DIYer, the instructions need to be re-done, alot of details are missing. If you are going to tackle this on your own, here are a few good tips and know hows. First the instructions.the pictures are tiny and do not reflect the detail needed when doing a few of the critical steps (like electrical connections) I watched 3-4 videos of other installations of mini-splits and took good notes. Just read through the instructions first and watch a few videos. Second.performing the vacuum on the line is a critical step, knowing the tools required and the connectors is anohter very important aspect that should be in the instructions. I purchased a vacuum (not cleaner) to perform the vacuum procedure, but forgot the brass connector require to connect heat pump to vacuum! took three days to get one! Overall, I had the skills to do this myself and I installed in an afternoon. I also tackled the wiring, which required a 20amp double pole breaker, routing the 12 gauge wire in conduit to a AC cutoff box, also to the outside of house, then wire from AC box to Heat Pump and then wire the connection from head unit to Heat pump. Connecting the lines and the brass fittings; make sure you purchase the Nylog Gasket sealant, be careful with the brass piping, bend slow and easy to get the route needed from head unit to heat pump. After performing the vacuum test and leak test, I put both electrical switches on (AC Cut-off and 20amp double pole in breaker box) Turned the unit on and had instant AC and then switched over to heat! The remote is easy to use and had the option to control via Alexa or Senville app via smart phone, I connected to smart phone and boom! Full control and finally awesome heat for a little house. Also the SEER rating was really good and the unit is Energy Star, so plus plus. Overalll super happy and can be done by anyone with basic wiring, plumbing and handy person skills. Took me 4.5 hours in total. Going to purchase a few more for another project.