Senville 36000 BTU Dual Zone Mini Split: amzn.to/3Pq5ClL Alternatives Units: C&H 2 Zone Mini Split: amzn.to/3Nyq9UC MrCool DIY 2 Zone: amzn.to/3pkcN6d 5/16" Female Quick Couplers x 1/4" Male: amzn.to/3nQE4aV Alternative Quick Coupler Installer Tool: amzn.to/31c40E3 My Choice! Yellow Jacket 60278 Flaring Tool: amzn.to/3dwHpae Screw Feed Tubing Cutter: amzn.to/3nQJ3Zb My Favorite Close Quarter Tube Cutter: amzn.to/3rpZxcg Vacuum Pump HVAC: amzn.to/318YEcC PVC Decorative Line Cover Kit (one for each head): amzn.to/350IfIu Outdoor Mounting Bracket: amzn.to/2Fw9vpq 2-1/2 Inch Bi-Metal Hole Saw: amzn.to/343BJS6 This A/C Unit Requires 3-1/2 Inch Bi-Metal Hole Saw: amzn.to/3lIcpqG If needed for your A/C Unit 30 Amp Fusible AC Disconnect: amzn.to/31aHN9c

I’m a service tech that has gotten quite a few calls to DIY mini splits over the years. Most common issue I run into going back on home owner installed units is the factory flares tend to leak, always re do the flares if possible. The flares also have specific torquing for Each size line, over or under torquing can cause unit to leak over time. Pulling a good deep vacuum is very important for longevity of the unit, it’s best to vacuum down unit with a micron gauge to know how deep of a vacuum you have obtained. This will also let you know for sure if you have a leak and vacuum should be on unit no less then one hour giving it time to pull out all moister, moister in the system will cause leaks over time. The units do come pre charged with refrigerant but only up to a certain length of line set, make sure to use the calculations in the manual to know if you need to add or remove refrigerant. Also note that installing these systems yourself will void manufacture warranty most the time.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the great comment, we appreciate all constructive advice to help each other, it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

@alexdmitrieve5458

2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, thank you. Do you have to evaluate both line sets (A and B) separately?

@vickytrejo3848

Жыл бұрын

Mr cool is diy

@gvet47

Жыл бұрын

@@vickytrejo3848 Sorry but some are not and if you screw up on the DIY units good luck in finding a professional to correct.

@jameswilliams5763

Жыл бұрын

Actually as per my conversation with m/c. As long as you have your system checked by a professional before placing it in service, warranty is still in place.

Time will come these HVAC Mini Splits will be putting in a Microwave. I did mine ater they scared me with an over $5,000 for a 24,000 BTU. So I installed it myself but then having big extended family and rental properties; I bought all the professional tools to the tune of almost $3000. I did my first one in 2018. Today after 15 installs in our home, garage, my sons' and our rental properties, think of how much money we save. I am not intending to go into their HVAC business. We just take care of our own and nspired and helped others. My biggest help came from KZreadrs who were very special people. Thanks to them.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

8 ай бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the great comment it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

@constancekang9914

2 ай бұрын

I’m in the same situation when I’m installing in my rentals

I LOVE my Senville mini split. Had it about 6 years now.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jill, thanks for joining in and watching my video I sure appreciate it.

Wish I had researched these more before I replaced my central air unit. Spent ton having a HVAC company do it for code and what not. This would have been a better alternative and saved me a ton having a unit in my main rooms. Not to mention the power draw being so much lower.

One of the best DYI videos on installing a split ac system. I especially like the fact that you correctly sized the refrigerant lines. The tutorial on cutting and flaring was good too. You must have made hard lines with flare fittings before.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, it is very much appreciated! Yeah I have made many flared lines in my life.

Thanks for giving the cost savings in the end that's amazing, I think I am going to give this a go. Thanks for the Video!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I never expected that much reduction in cost

Hi Jim, All installed, no issue forming the bends in the pressure lines,. That yellow jacket flaring tool worked flawlessly, highly recommend that one. The evacuation procedure, following the included instructions-fool proof!! Had one glitch, my disconnect switch I bought was faulty so I just bypassed it. My Senville 9000 BTU 4 in 1 works perfectly and sooo quiet. Thanks for the inspiration and guidance!! Steve Probelski

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding Steven, thanks for keeping us updated don't you just love when a plan comes together and thanks for the nice comments I appreciate it. Now go have a cool summer!

Will do. We had an incredibly hot and humid day yesterday, my wife Worked in a comfy 66 degree office all day!!! Steve

@dogpoochogenius

2 жыл бұрын

66 temperature is no good, that's why when people get older all end up on a medicine.

Great video, I wanted to thank you for helping my husband and I on this.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

That's exactly what I needed, thank you and loved your pergola build too!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

I watched a lot of videos on installation but this was the best, I feel comfortable doing the install myself. Thanks for your video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Thanks for watching Rick I appreciate it!

I've been watching quite a few of these videos on mini split systems, all offer something different to learn. I really appreciate yours because you took the time to explain the details I needed. Thanks for doing this video!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Al, I appreciate that and thanks for watching! Let us know how it goes.

@carlosrodriguez692

3 ай бұрын

Your explanation is thorough would like information where to buy the flare tool and leak tester

I installed a Senville dual head unit myself about a year and a half ago in our cottage. It had electric baseboard (rural area with no natural gas) and was costing a small fortune to heat in winterI did the entire install myself with a bit of research and they run great! About to install a 3 head unit on our main house now for the same reason. Best decision we ever could have made.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more, They are very efficient and most of all you can barely hear them running, Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

@zrpetersonn199

3 жыл бұрын

I have a senville 3 zone ceiling cassette system, and am having trouble controlling the zones individually, the bedrooms get hotter than the living room, and they don’t turn off individually. Have you run into this issue? Do you run heat mode or auto into? Thanks in advance

@mattkaramccarthy677

3 жыл бұрын

@@zrpetersonn199 run them in auto mode. With ceiling cassettes it can be tricky to find a temperature balance point as they are sized for 12k even though they are used for 9k applications. Try adjusting the room temperature setting down more until you find a good temperature that they will maintain. Don’t trust the temperature settings to be accurate to actual room temperature. Are you using the wired controls or wireless remote?

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

@@zrpetersonn199 Hi Zack, I had this happen once. Be sure and double and triple check that the wires are hooked up correctly to each unit. if it still continues cut all power to outside unit and restart. Go to the coldest settings and on turbo fan for approximately 10 minutes and then switch off and try it normally on your heat settings. Hope this helps! if not contact Senville.

@Ravco99

Жыл бұрын

This video and comments are just what i needed. Contemplating for a cottage/lakehouse we use more and more and currently have baseboard heaters and window AC units.....at these kind of savings should pay for itself in no time.

You're the man dude ! You Really know how to explain every detail that's so great thanks bud

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Ray thanks for the comment I do appreciate it and thanks for watching!

I did a Mr Cool 1800 BTU last summer and it works great and saved a ton of money over a contractor install. I need a 1200 for a bedroom and may try this one to save a bit more. Thanks for the video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mike!

@rolandomencia

10 ай бұрын

Bs, Mr Cool sucks.

@Parabellum-X

29 күн бұрын

You're missing an additional '0' in both of those numbers.

It never occurred to me before this video how easy this stuff is with the pre-charged units. I have been researching MrCool units because I thought it was the only thing a DIYer could handle. Heck no all I need are a few more inexpensive tools to get this job done and I’ll be rewarded with much higher efficiency and better cold weather performance.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

6 ай бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the great comment it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

Clear and concise. I may go this route for my home in New Orleans. Many thanks!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I sure love mine and extremely happy with the savings. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

@kimtran228

2 жыл бұрын

@do da I’m in nola too and thinking about getting one

Wow ! Thanks so much for sharing this with us ! I'm starting my install as soon as the weather gets nice !

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, Be sure to share your experience with it and let us know how it goes! Thanks for watching I appreciate it.

@dustenstewart9476

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't. Steer clear of mini-splits dude.

I just installed the same Senville 2-head unit that you installed in your video, and your video was an incredible help! I could not find another video dealing with multi-head units, and yes I did buy and use the yellowjacket flaring tool. Thank you so much for your top notch work!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the follow up and letting us know your install went well, I sure appreciate the support.

The explanation of the head unit being precharged with nitrogen just saved me a oh crap moment tomorrow. I've watched numerous videos and you are the first to mention that. thank you sir. :)

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Best video I’ve seen on the topic, revisited multiple times this last week as I home install a 3 zone Senville. Big thanks 🎉

@ILikeToBuildStuff

11 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks

@nengyang2655

6 ай бұрын

I want to buy one, how is it work, and how much?

Thanks for sharing, this has to be the best step by step video on You-Tube Universtiy. I have been confused on how to evacuate, trim, and charge the lines and you explained it better than anyone I've seen. Great job and you made it seem like a real DYI project. Thanks again.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! D Man Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

@mariamari923

2 жыл бұрын

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@lxmzhg

Жыл бұрын

I'm a YT certified technician, & I totally agree with everything you said.

Thank for explaining the process step by step for dummies .

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Well I don't know about the dummies part but you are very welcome and thanks for watching, I appreciate it! Let us know how it goes when you do yours.

This is a GREAT video, u did such a good job !! I love to do my own Labor and always save so much money, this kind of unit is exactly what I am looking for, to Warm my Pacific North West home in those very wet , icy cold Winters! Thank you so much !

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Sherry! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Enjoyed your home spun humor. Your instructions are great. They definitely help the lay person understand the technical set up for the cooling side of a heat pump mini split. I’ll be using this with my physics students. Not sure this tiny women can lift that unit, but after horrible heat with heat advisories, this northeast home is installing a mini split.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

You can do it! and thank you for the great comment and thank you for watching I sure do appreciate it.

Excellent video! Thank you very much! Quick question: I have a 4 zone unit and currently only have 1 head unit attached; need to finish some construction before installing the others. I would vacuum only the connected port but still open the main valve at the top once confirming there are no leaks, correct? When completing the subsequent head unit installs in the future, I would vacuum each line set individually before cracking the valves?

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chad, Welcome and Yes to your question I am told by the manufacture this can be done this way. Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Very helpful for me. I'm getting ready to install 3 of these DIY units. Thank you for your video

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! please be sure to check back with us and let us know how it went for you! Thanks for watching.

Just had the local energy services come and quote me for 12,500$ for an install with 3 head units. Decided to do it myself and save a few dollars. Thanks for the video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! be sure to let us know how it goes for you! Thanks for joining in and watching I sure appreciate it.

I have a home with a single pipe steam heat. That is why I am thinking about the minisplit system. Thanks for great video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, I sure love this mini splits!

@jme8112strat

3 жыл бұрын

Wow. I had one of those. It is like an art to keep those going. Heating contractors have very little knowledge. I think u are making the right move.

My husband n I bought the exact one you showed on your video. We watched a lot of videos and your was the best one we watched. 👍 Thank you. It gets hot as hell in So Ut. Have you tried the heat yet since it’s cooling off?

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi and thank you so much for watching and the very kind comment. Yes I have tried the heating and really used it a lot even when I didn't need to as much but I wanted to see how much of a difference in cost and comfort. The heat worked very well and the cost from last year was cut by 52% Yeepee! Thanks again for watching I sure appreciate it.

I can tell right off that this video is going to be invaluable for my install of a Senville 24K unit..Thanks!!!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

10 ай бұрын

Glad it helped

The presentation was so great! I'm now ready to install my min split following your foot steps.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful Amanuel! Thanks for watching

Thanks so much for this video, one of the best ones I’ve seen. We need to install a 4 zone system and I’m a little confused on the best route to run the lines, since they are not all on the same side of the house. Should we just run them down the exterior walls then under the crawl space, letting the drain lines end before it goes horizontal again?

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Juliet, If you can use the crawl space or attic would be great and the condensation line can run down outside the line set to where ever you want to drain it. Thanks for watching and let us know how it goes

@julietlaney2776

2 жыл бұрын

@Carsyn Gilliland If you're installing on an exterior wall, the drain lines can just run out the wall and down the outside of the house (no pump needed). If you're installing on an interior wall, you might need a pump but not necessarily, but I'd be sure to use PVC as the drain line (rigid) so you can make sure it's draining at a downward slope to wherever it exits the house. Pumps are only needed if you can't slope the drain lines downwards from the inside unit... which happens sometimes with ceiling cassettes. We did wall units (not ceiling cassettes) and installed on exterior walls. As far as running the copper lines, we ran them inside the wall and up into the attic, and it was a huge headache. If we had to do it again, we would just go straight out the wall. They were really hard to maneuver in that tight space, and then it's hard to leak test connections, hard to make repairs, and the lines do form condensation on them so not great to have inside the walls. Lesson learned!

@soju1shotx

Жыл бұрын

​@Juliet Laney When you installed your 4 zone, did you have to add more refrigerant? The senville 4 zone I am looking at only has precharge up to 100ft. I calculated I will have much more (around 175' total) even running the lines through my attic...

The best DYI video ever. You saved me tons of money 💰 and gave me the incentive that I was looking for. Thank you so much! Regards from Brazil 🇧🇷

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Rick! I sure appreciate you watching and joining in here.

Excellent great video. One of the few I've found that covers multi zones. From what you showed me the top valves are only Freon

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

I've been looking into these and wanted to be able to install it myself. Thank you

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help and welcome to the community Annie! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thanks for posting! Very helpful. I've watched several approaches. I like yours. is it possible to use compression fittings as opposed to flare connections using a flare to compression adapter? the flares are very finicky in my opinion. and some install videos call for torqueing the flare connections with a torque wrench. Comment? thanks in advance.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

I am sure you can but a compression fitting has always seem to loosen up with vibration and I have heard that from others, I like the flare myself. Yes you should use factory torque specs even though I did show it and I have been dealing with flared fittings for so long and never had a leak or split.

@deeohjay

3 жыл бұрын

@@ILikeToBuildStuff thank you very much, upon further research, the flares are more stable, just a little harder and leaking refrigerant is more critical than other applications, I need to get a good eccentric flaring tool.. thanks again!

Thanks for this tutorial! So when looking at the rear of the air handler unit, the two copper lines are laid flat facing the right exit hole. If I wanted to have the pipes coming out the opposite direction, is it ok to just “turn” the pipes 180 degrees to the other direction? I noticed you at the least turned it to face upwards with a 90 degree “turn” for this example. Basically don’t know if I need to bend it or I can simply turn it our the other exit hole provided.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Sure you can just be easy with the bending of the line set and you should be fine.

@rxchrist

3 жыл бұрын

Something I wish I had known: The other consideration for which side to exit on the head unit is where the lineset connection will be. I initially wanted it to exit right (when looking at rear of head unit.) After I drilled the hole in the wall, I realized that that the connection in the lineset would be hidden between the wall and the head unit. I wanted to be able to monitor the joint for leaks etc, so made it made more sense to exit on the left as you did in the video. This makes connecting the lineset and testing for leaks way easier.

Lol Quality & dignity over everything. Homeowners are too funny 😂

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Great video looks easy enough for an automotive mechanic 👍

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Nicely done video, clear concise and to the point. Just curious,what was your thought process regarding a dual head unit compared to 2 single head units?

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ronald, thank you and I went with the dual because of the 220V outside unit, less operating cost overall since the inside heads are the same as used on the singles. Thanks for watching!

Really great video! thanks for taking the time to share this with everyone! Been contemplating getting one myself so im looking around at options.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I love mine. Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thank you sir... extremely helpful. Senville should use to video officially.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

So nice of you to say, Thanks for watching I sure appreciate it!

Sir thank you so.much for this video it is awesome, and God bless you for helping other people how to save money

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome

Question: I am thinking of getting a 4-zone mini-split but was thinking that I should go with two 2-zone mini-splits? Thanks for taking the time to make and share this video 👍

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

The good thing about going with two is a less electricity usage, a backup unit if one ever go down. not to mention shorter runs to the air handlers.

Parts & Tools I Used Senville 36000 BTU Dual Zone Mini Split: amzn.to/3Pq5ClL Alternatives Units: C&H 2 Zone Mini Split: amzn.to/3Nyq9UC MrCool DIY 2 Zone: amzn.to/3pkcN6d 5/16" Female Quick Couplers x 1/4" Male: amzn.to/3nQE4aV Alternative Quick Coupler Installer Tool: amzn.to/3NXp6ha My Choice! Yellow Jacket 60278 Flaring Tool: amzn.to/3dwHpae Screw Feed Tubing Cutter: amzn.to/3nQJ3Zb My Favorite Close Quarter Tube Cutter: amzn.to/3rpZxcg Vacuum Pump HVAC: amzn.to/46Sv8rZ PVC Decorative Line Cover Kit (one for each head): amzn.to/350IfIu Outdoor Mounting Bracket: amzn.to/2Fw9vpq 2-1/2 Inch Bi-Metal Hole Saw: amzn.to/343BJS6 This A/C Unit Requires 3-1/2 Inch Bi-Metal Hole Saw: amzn.to/3lIcpqG If needed for your A/C Unit 30 Amp Fusible AC Disconnect: amzn.to/3NCUTCB

Going to install one in a semi truck and in my house if regular ac breaks down! Thanks for the vid

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Leon I appreciate it!

I have an 10’x12’ shed that I’m thinking of installing a mini-split in. The unit wouldn’t be nearly as big as yours. Move some air through the shed so it isn’t so stuffy, get rid of some of the humidity, get rid of the temperature extremes, and more pleasant to be in. I don’t have any experience in that Freon stuff, so that would be the challenge. Also our master bedroom that has west-facing exposure would be another possible install, tho bigger job than the shed - it’s up on the second floor. Thank you for your video - it is quite informative!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Hi Chuck, I just released a video on installing one on my new workshop, single air handler installation and easy to follow! Take a look and it may help your shop and house too. kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmuHpJiaea3MgLg.html Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

You should try using a soda bottle when bending soft copper. Fill your soda bottle with water, not carbonated soda because the carbonated soda will not let the plastic naturally bend. Water will. Where you want to place a bend place the soda bottle in the place where you want it and bend. 100 percent will not ever kink on you. P.S. don't tell the pros that I told you. LOL

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Nice Anson, very good tip. I love this community!!

Good video, but i suggest you DONT use soapy water to check for leaks while under vaccum. Remember, you're under vaccum and would be introducing water into your line set. Moisture is the worst thing in a HVAC system. Soapy water only works under pressure and will bubble to show escaping gasses.Just a heads up. Cheers

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Andrew, I didn't use it on vacuum but on pressurized i was assuming which was my bad as to what I meant when I said I would use it after . But good catch and commenting on it as a couple others have. I understand how helpful this is to the community so keep me honest Andrew! Thanks for watching!

I have watched many videos on the senville install but yours was the best by far . Installing my 4 zone 36 btu next week . I have Install the mr cool in my garage and was amazed at how little it used in electricity so I had to install one in my home.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you Edward!

I'm about half way installing a Senville 36K btu quad unit and you're video is invaluable! I watched it a couple of time before deciding on Senville and two more times since my I received the delivery of my equipment. The only big difference between my install and yours - all my head units are on interior walls, so the piping is going through the ceiling and attic then down an outside wall. Need to install condensate pumps since I can't gravity drain them - and that's a PITA...LOL But it's looking good, so far thanks to you for making this - great job! Thanks!!!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

7 күн бұрын

Glad it helped Rob! I sure appreciate you taking the time to comment and watch my videos.

Im Terry from Philippines sir!thanks for sharing your DIY air-conditioning installation. You did a great job 👏 👍.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

10 ай бұрын

You are welcome

The Mitsubishi units are more expensive to purchase, but even more cheaper to operate! We had hundreds of split systems in Iraq on base. The Mitsubishi units were the most least prone to have issues. One point to make, the grounds on the outside unit are very important, the boards go back if you lose a ground! The biggest maintenance we had were the cleaning of the condenser coils, but we were in a desert! Lastly the proper pulling a vacuum and proper correct refrigerant is extremely important! This man also showed you proper level of both units is critical, this enables the function of evaporator drain of water, to back and outside of wall cassette. Even the wrapping of copper lines with insulation makes the entire system more energy efficient! Split systems are the way to go, as long as you buy a good manufacturer with compressor warranty , and available parts on hand. In Iraq parts were difficult to get in a timely manner. This man showed you the proper installation method from start to finish!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

First, Thank you brother for your service and thanks for taking the time for some great input here we all appreciate it!

Thank you very much for your time and posting. I subscribed. I am 'hopefully' buying my first place soon. I will be putting in Mr. Cool DIY... Wait! I mean, I'm going to have a professional put it in. I could watch a dozen vids, but just won't do it. I"m retired but have zero background in handyman stuff. I will be buying either two 12K BTU units or one 2 zone unit, not sure yet. It's a mobile home w/ 845 sq. ft. Thank you again.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Welcome, Thanks for the sub David! Installing these is not for everyone. Just contact MrCool and they can give you suggestions on which unit may suite your situation best. Thanks for watching!

thank you so much for this. my dad and i have been searching for a video to install our ac. the instructions are very vague!! we really appreciate it!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Great video. It's a refresher for me. I'm getting trady to install a new dual zone myself.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Anthony, I appreciate it!

I've had an 18k single zone Mr Cool DIY for about 2 years and just installed an 18k two zone Mr Cool DIY. Here is a PSA: CLEAN YOUR INSIDE UNIT FAN ANNUALLY. Mine got all caked up with gross goo and just about stopped airflow. It happened slowly over time so I didn't understand what was going on. Ended up taking the cover off, the main air deflector, the wire deflector grid and the horizontal deflectors, and carefully cleaned the fan. I also used foaming cleaner on the coil. The system works like new now. I feel a little silly because I had opened a warranty claim with Mr Cool to investigate performance issues and it was just a filthy fan. So there you go.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

9 ай бұрын

Hey Kevin thanks for jumping in here, we appreciate the heads up.

I have seen many videos of split ac installation on KZread.. Most of them installed the outdoor unit on ground which can cause issues later. You installed it higher from the ground level which is the correct way.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tinu, I appreciate you watching and joining in!

I've watched a couple videos on these and feel like it would be a way better option than a portable window ac which are common up here in alaska. The last few summers have gotten warm and my new house gets unbearably hot in the summer in the living room and we want to keep it cool for our new baby. Spending 350 on a portable one that has to sit in the corner doesn't seem as appealing as one of these! Hoping your video will give me the confidence to go for it! Saving it for the spring time DIY project. Thanks!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, much more efficient just more involved installing then a window unit

@dubmob151

3 жыл бұрын

Is it absolutely needed to nitrogen charge it to test for a leak before vac and charge release? Can't a vacuum hold test be used? How many spots would be likely to leak upon most installations? Just the flared joint? If a line set is purchased with the correct length does that mean no flaring would need to be done?

@matthewprather7386

9 ай бұрын

And you’d get some efficient heat from one of these units for at least part of the cooler seasons.

Thank you for your time and being a good teacher 🤠

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thanks for the video. I am total electric house. Just trying to make the decision. Thanks

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

You can do it Mike! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

I got a mrcool 12k diy, no need of vaccum lines. It works great and keeps house cold and. It also has heat pump.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Ordered the vacuum pump kit and the drill bit from your affiliate links. That’s the least I could. Thanks for the video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for supporting the channel!

Thank you so much im about to tackle this job soon and have been looking at some vids. great video and extremely clear!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Martin! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thanks s much! My Senville just arrived and want to make sure I do it right!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Rick, take your time and you will be fine. come back and let us know how the install goes if you would.

@rxchrist

3 жыл бұрын

@@ILikeToBuildStuff Just finished the install today other than lineset cover that is on order. Install went fine thanks to your video. I had to mount the outdoor unit high on the building to clear the fence and had a lot of line to run. Really appreciate you posting this how-to video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

@@rxchrist That's great Rick and I sure appreciate you updating on the install.

Thank you for the video... very insightful. Can the line set coming out of the indoor unit be run out of the unit from either the right or left side? I'm assuming yes as I can see identical cutouts on either end of the indoor unit.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, Yes it can I just used the direct out choice because it's easier and I didn't need to worry about the line length to much. Thanks for watching!

have installed 2 splits so far, never vaccum ever regular units.. no problems so far...us MC cable to connect electric, works better than sealtitle..doesn't hold water..and cheaper. love your flaring tool. got husky brand, pretty good, takes more skill tho. didn't think of shoving line straight out...good job.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thank you for the video. I'm nervous so I'm going to watch the video several more times. We purchased two 36K Senville compressors, each with three heads. Got a quote to install...$9K. The whole purchase from Senville was $5K so it doesn't seem that $9K to install is justified. It would be cheaper for me to fly you to NY and provide room and board. I'll be purchasing the items you recommended and say my prayers. Thanks again!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Oh My that's a bunch of money but take your time and plan it out and you will be fine. If your not comfortable with the doing the main electrical then that is something you should hire out. Thanks for joining in here and be sure to let us know how it goes and maybe send some images or video of your install. Thanks again for watching!

Love the crimping tool, just ordered one, thanks for the great video.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the great comment Pablo, it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

@hankjohnson8502

Жыл бұрын

I have a 36000 btu multi zone condenser with two 18,000 indoor air handlers.The condenser has hook-ups for four zones although I will be using only two.On start-up I get the E1 error.Do you think it could be because I used the B&C zones instead of the A&B zones?

Thanks for showing the electric bill that's so awesome. Great job

@ILikeToBuildStuff

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! I sure appreciate it.

Wanted to take a minute and thank you so much for posting your vidposting your video it helped greatly to calm my nerves especially showing how the wiring was. Because it was driving me nuts that the colors don't match there inside wiring. Ocd. Lol

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brian, glad to help. Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thanks for sharing this video, now I can do it on my own.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help, Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Thank you this video helped. The instructions that came with the unit did not have a wiring diagram or the cardboard template. We were able to install the unit by watching. Thanks.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Henry! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

@geneneill4779

8 ай бұрын

Isn't the condenser awfully close to the house for proper air flow.

Appreciate the level of details given, thank you

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the great comment it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

Great Detail best installation I've seen! Thanks

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the nice comments it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

I know the video is old but it still gives a lot of ideas I'm thinking about putting one in my school bus

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here Jerome and the nice comments it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

I subscribed! Thank you. Im goint to install my own someday. Just make sur eto remind others that when they install back that nut after cutting the tubing to insall it the correct way to screw it on and not reverse, I can see peope making that mistake causing them to have to cut off another piece of tubing that can throw off the installation.

This is a great video, thanks for uploading it. This is one of my next purchases. Thanks for the great explanation.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

We have one in our garage ❤ it, my brother in-law has his entire house cooled and heated by one. If or WHEN my furnace or AC goes out in my house I’ll be switching to one of these. An ac/furnace is over $15k and a Mini split for my 1200sqft home $2,200. Plus cheaper to run

@ILikeToBuildStuff

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Crystal, I appreciate you watching too. Yeah I really like them a lot.

Great video. I had apprehension with this DIY. After seeing your Vid, I'm moving forward with the project.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

You can do it! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Awesome content, install was very well explained.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! and thanks for watching I sure do appreciate it

Good job , I like the video and well done , also I like the way you covered all lines with tape, most of people they scape that part.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

Hey there gearhead I play with blocks too! Thanks for the Video!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

LOL, thanks Mike!

Thank you very much! Excellent video. From Uxbridge Ontario.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! thanks for watching. Hello to all our Canadian friends, and I loved visiting Uxbridge such a beautiful place.

Thanks for the response back appreciate it, im not familiar with split systems, so that unit is 12+12 2400btu ! Not that i cant vacuum the system out an recharge it, curious if they sell the ones that are charged already? Thanks agian

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Almost all units come pre-charged (check the details) it's just that the DIY unit just has the lines charged so you just hook it up and go. the ones that don't charged the line set they overcharge the unit for that length of line so if you extend a line set you would need to add that much more gas to it.

I'm Also considering doing a 3 or 4 zone mini split! Great Video! Kudos!

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@dustenstewart9476

2 жыл бұрын

Don't. They are junk. Coming from an HVAC tech.

Great video and information, thanks for sharing God bless you.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Fernando!

Thank you for the video! @14:10 & 21:40, does that tube and tape come with the system? And, @33:08, did you close a valve there to keep that vacuum on? Last question, where in the video did you use the valve core remover that you have linked in the tools you used?

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Yes this system came with the tube and tape and I use the core puller when I need to charge the lines or when the lines are charged adding to it.

Looking at installing 2 dual units to replace central unit on double wide renovation. Thanks for vote of confidence 11:54

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate you joining in here and the great comment it means a lot to me that you would take the time to watch my video!

Morning Jim, All the components are installed, going to be connecting the lines this morning. I'm a little apprehensive about that part being I have a 2 x 6 sheeted exterior wall and maybe 3" of the return line exposed to connect to, a little more on the small line. I feel I should make the 90 degree bend first before connecting the supply lines......I'm going to use a small piece of 1x2 with a rounded end to form the bend...hope to 'eff that works. And no help today..... Also, would you vacuum both lines before releasing the refrigerant? Thanks, Steve

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I would vacuum the lineset anytime you open the lineset unless it is the MrCool sealed lines in their DIY kit.

I have installed 3 minisplits. Guess I’ve been lucky. Factory flares have been ok.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

99% of the time factory flares are just fine, I have only ran into maybe 10 that leaked because they were cracked or the bell was off.

@arvbergstedt3303

Жыл бұрын

Heard you say, AC outfit wanted to charge you 2000 dollars to charge up your old unit. You can buy a vacuum pump, gauges, hoses, etc amazon for 125 dollars. R-22 is still available at reasonable prices on the internet. AC tune up guy told me, my old Ruud central air system is bulletproof economical and probably better than new systems. And he repairs them and sells R-22? for somewhere between 100 and 200 dollars. Great AC guy. Has helped out several of my friends.

Great info. . It took a lot of the mystery out of it. Thank You.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Roger!

You should make a video showing the electrical connection out from the brake panel would be awesome to see the whole process.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the idea! Thanks for watching Hector I appreciate it!

I wish I would had never went to college I learned a trade watching you in 40 min verses 3 yrs of a uses less degree lol great video I will save and subscribe to your channel. I will also attempt to put 2 of these units in the cost is just crazy with these air conditioning companys last guy told me 30 grand to install a attic duct system I'm like nope. Thanks keep making great videos

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

Hey Thanks Carlos I appreciate the support! Yeah it can get very expensive to hire. Please stop back and let us know how it goes for you!

Thank goodness I found you... 💘

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!!

Looking at other DIY videos they simply show connecting the lines and release the gas via the allen wrench. So is it necessary to vacuum the system etc... looks like I will need to acquire the testing equipment as you have shown.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

Жыл бұрын

I just released another video on installing a workshop split which I detail that more take a look at kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmuHpJiaea3MgLg.html

Great video, did you make that 90 bend at the bottom of your lineset by hand or use a bender? Thanks

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff, all by hand I just took my time and putting the small tube to the inside if the bend seemd to help it from kinking. Thanks for watching I appreciate it!

I’m going for it. I have a 900sqft rental that needs cooling and heating. Plan on installing four units. Will give feedback in the coming month. Thanks for the detailed walkthrough. Your thoughts on the model and sizes please.

@ILikeToBuildStuff

3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!! I love em they just work so well.