We will now address each of the above eight requirements in detail:
1. Installing the Air Conditioner Unit:
AIR CONDITIONER DIMENSIONS
UNIT BTU | WIDTH | LENGTH | HEIGHT | |
5,200 | Cool Only | 11.5 Inches | 15 Inches | 11.5 Inches |
5,200 | Reverse Cycle | 12 Inches | 18 Inches | 11.5 Inches |
6,500 |
| 11.5 Inches | 16 Inches | 11.5 Inches |
9,000 |
| 11.5 Inches | 16 Inches | 11.5 Inches |
12,000 | 13 Inches | 19.75 Inches | 13.75 Inches | |
16,500 | 13.5 Inches | 19.75 Inches | 13.75 Inches | |
24,000 | 17 Inches | 23 Inches | 13.75 Inches | |
The air conditioner needs to be mounted in an area where it will physically fit, as well as accommodate a properly sized return air grill and any ducting or splitters (Wyes) which would be attached to the air output collar. In addition, you need to insure there is space for the water hoses to be connected.
The air conditioner must be securely mounted on a flat surface. If the sole of the boat (cabin floor) cannot accommodate the size of the air conditioner base plate, a mounting shelf or platform must be built. Typically the shelf will be made from 3/4 inch marine grade plywood which can be either fiberglassed or mechanically attached to the boat’s sole or superstructure. Never screw directly into the hull.
When attaching the unit to the sole of the boat, the superstructure or a fabricated mounting shelf, always make absolutely positive that the length of the screws being used to mount the unit will not engage the hull. If there is any question as to whether the hull may be compromised, an alternative mounting method must be used or another mounting spot must be located.
The electrical box, unlike the air conditioner, can be mounted in any attitude. It is attached to the air conditioner by a detachable 40 inch electrical cable allowing it to be mounted above the unit, on a side wall or bulkhead and, if needed, in a totally inverted position.
IMPORTANT
IT IS NOT UNCOMMON IN AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS FOR CONDENSATION LINES OR PANS TO BECOME BLOCKED OVER PROLONGED USE. WHEN SELECTING THE ELECTRICAL BOX MOUNTING SPOT MAKE SURE THAT IT IS NOT LOCATED WHERE