I'm trying to decide where to install my ductless split Air-Conditioner.
For the indoor unit, is it okay to install it above a window? Will placing the indoor unit at the corner of the wall reduce the efficiency of the cooling (instead of installing it at the center).
For the outdoor unit, I want to place it in a place where I can get the minimum level of noise as possible. So I have two options, either install it on the front house wall, or just put it on the roof. So which option is better?
Finally, is putting the outdoor unit above/below the indoor unit has any affect?
Best Answer
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It is best to install the indoor unit near the area of maximum heat loss and gain. Above a window is a fine place, provided you have space to run the refrigerant piping and condensate line.
Near a corner is okay, but a less central location means there will be a longer time required to circulate air around the room.
As a licensed refrigeration person I can say that outdoor installations near the ground are usually more pleasant to service than those that are on a roof. Most modern mini splits are very quiet. As long as the outdoor unit is not directly next to a window, you probably will not be bothered by the noise.
Outdoor unit installed above or below the indoor unit does not matter as long as the total lift and length of piping is within the manufacturer specifications.