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Klimaire DIY 5th Gen 36,000 BTU 230V
SCORE6.7 / 10
The odd one out: 19 SEER2, 57% of its rating at 5°F and heating ends at -4°F. Skip it for a cold-climate job.
Specs
| Spec | Klimaire DIY 5th Gen 36,000 BTU 230V |
|---|---|
| Nominal size | 36,000 BTU |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Rated heat at 47°F | 36,000 BTU/h |
| Heat at 17°F | 23,400 BTU/h |
| Heat at 5°F | 20,400 BTU/h |
| Lowest heating temp | -4°F |
| Max heat at lowest temp | 16,700 BTU/h |
| SEER2 | 19 |
| HSPF2 (Region IV) | 9 |
| Install type | Quick-connect |
| Line set in box | 16 ft |
| Warranty covers owner install | Conditional |
| Warranty, parts | 5 yr |
| Warranty, compressor | 7 yr |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
Sources: NEEP ccASHP list · Klimaire technical spec sheet · Klimaire DIY manual (2026) · Klimaire warranty page · Klimaire DIY warranty PDF (W0MSQ23-3)
Before you buy
- Amazon 36K titles say "23 SEER2", but the bullets say up to 19 and NEEP lists 19.0. Believe the 19.
- The Klimaire Entrada (KIWE/KOIE, -31X, R-32, 17 SEER2) is a flare-and-vacuum unit; the DIY title reads "23 SEER2 Quick Connect".
- The 4th Gen DIY used the same KIWQ/KOIQ prefixes at 19.0 SEER2; confirm the -45T suffix and R-454B.
- The warranty page allows DIY installs, but the warranty PDF says licensed contractors only and excludes line sets. Get the DIY terms in writing and register within 45 days.
- The manual says the EZ-Fast Connect fittings are one-time tightening.
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