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SpecMrCool Easy Pro 18,000 BTU 230VGree Sapphire R32 18,000 BTU 230V
PhotoMrCool Easy Pro 18,000 BTU 230VGree Sapphire R32 18,000 BTU 230V
Our scoreSCORE5.8 / 10SCORE7.5 / 10
Our takeThe weakest cold-weather size in the line at 54% of its rating at 5°F; the DIY 5th Gen 18k makes 12,800 there and double the heat at -13°F.18,000 BTU/h at 5°F against the Livo 18K's 12,100, for a cold-climate room with a licensed contractor.
Nominal size18,000 BTU18,000 BTU
Voltage230V230V
Rated heat at 47°F18,000 BTU/h18,600 BTU/h
Heat at 17°F11,500 BTU/h19,500 BTU/hbest
Heat at 5°F9,800 BTU/h18,000 BTU/hbest
Lowest heating temp-13°F-22°Fbest
Max heat at lowest temp6,000 BTU/h10,800 BTU/hbest
SEER22027.5best
HSPF2 (Region IV)8.510best
Install typeQuick-connectFlare
Line set in box11.5 ftn/a
Max line run75 ft131 ftbest
Warranty covers owner installYesNo
Warranty, parts3 yr5 yrbest
Warranty, compressor5 yr7 yrbest
ENERGY STAR Cold ClimateNon/a
ENERGY STARNon/a
RefrigerantR-454BR-32
Watch out forThe earlier Easy Pro (outdoor suffix 11516D-O or 23016D-O, 16 ft kit) carries 1 yr parts / 2 yr compressor and needs an authorized-dealer purchase. Some Amazon titles say "5th Gen" and "16ft Lineset"; read the suffix. Current version outdoor units end 11511DE-O (9k/12k) or 23011DE-O (18k/24k). The warranty's definition of parts excludes line sets, and the quick-connect valves are one-time install.Amazon Sapphire titles show old SEER figures ("21.5 SEER" on the 24K); confirm the SAPxxHP230V1R32AH/AO model numbers. Gree's submittal prints lower 17°F figures than the certified NEEP ratings; go by NEEP. Gree's warranty applies only to installs by a state certified or licensed HVAC contractor, and claims are contractor-only.
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