Best AC of 2020? Soleus FIRST EVER over the sill air conditioner - updates in description [199]

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update:
10/05 there is a drain on left side of unit that needs to be drained. I did it for the first time and about 2 cups of water came out.
10/30 I took the unit out for the winter, a lot of water drained out, if you're removing yours make sure to drain water first and have towels ready. also the foam piece that is on the window sill was not salvageable...definitely will need a new one next year.
11/04 I noticed the hangers left a dent in my siding. a board across the siding will be beneficial to prevent damage.
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In this video I take a look at Soleus Air Conditioner FIRST EVER over the sill air conditioner. This is the 8000 btu unit and retails for around $540. Check out this review to see if it works.
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@mar4kl 3 года назад

I'm about to buy one of these because I have a room that needs a window A/C and only has one window, and this design will allow the window to be opened on nice days without risk of the unit falling out. That room's window frame also makes installing conventional A/Cs difficult, but it looks like the saddle design should work well with it. Many years ago (I want to say about 30, but I could be off by a few), Panasonic sold a window A/C with a similar design. I think the part inside the house was smaller, but the concept was the same: move the noisy, bulky part outside, leave the less intrusive part inside and keep more of the window usable. I only knew about it because Consumer Reports gave it a good score, particularly for being quiet. I'm guessing it didn't sell well, though, because I don't remember ever seeing one in a store. I would also venture to guess that people didn't understand it, because it didn't look like most window A/Cs, and most people won't buy what they don't understand.

@1966425 Год назад

I bought my Soleus in May 2020 and have had it in my bedroom since new. I love that it keeps my room cool in the summer and maintenance has been minimal. I did recently develop an issue regarding the control panel. It seems that the control panel has developed a mind of it's own. It changes the temperature and mode that I set and freezes up. None of the buttons will work and the only way I can control it is through the remote. I called Soleus and they initially said to unplug it for a half hour to let the unit reset. I tried that to no avail. They finally acknowledged that it is a control board failure. They are not serviceable and they can only offer a replacement if the extended warranty was purchased. Unfortunately I did not purchase the extended warranty. It still cools my room but I have to periodically check to see if the temperature and mode has changed on it's own.

@zardoz2350 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. Panasonic came out with a little better design. CW-800HK. around 1990. L-shape. Water flows out the back into the back tray. No emptying needed. Handle on top. Squirrel fan inside. Very quiet. You would be by impressed. Small visual profile inside. I just bought a Soleus for my friend. He doesnt mind drilling hole in wall for water tube.

@mdgeist9737 3 года назад

It makes a great second option for cooling in older rvs

@queva42 3 месяца назад

😲😲😲OH MY GOODNESS I GOTTA REPLACE MINE AND GET ME ONE AS WELL AS MY SISTER ONE FOR HER BIRTHDAY. WOW THANK YOU FOR WALKING ME THROUGH STEP BY STEP. ♥♥♥

@markhejl3104 Год назад

On our soleus 10,000 BTU with heat saddle unit. I took out the filters to clean and put them back in and once I did it started making a loud noise. Sounds like the pump is constantly pumping

@RoseMary-gl4ee 2 года назад

Jeff, pleeeeeeeease help me out. This type of AC seems to be the solution for me but I have concerns that maybe you could comment on. I live in an urban setting near NYC and SAFETY and SECURITY can be problems. These are my 2 concerns: 1) Break-Ins, Can the window be secured to deter them? 2) Fire Escape/emergency egress, can escape be done, even with a security feature that I install? Thank you for your knowledgeable point of view, Rosemary

@jean-claudelol563 2 года назад

I would totally return it to the store if it doesn’t work. I don’t want to deal with the hassle of dealing with the manufacturer, boxing, shipping..,

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

I feel the same way! Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@Mackdez 3 года назад

I currently brought the u-shaped air condition and my sister has in her room she loves it. I didn't get this one cuz I wasn't so sure about the low profiles you said. I really wish someone would make an air condition that would fit in the top of the window.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

That would be cool.... one for slide side windows would be helpful too.

@mikeblack6953 2 года назад

Better you bought the U-shped A/C unit for your sister, the bottom is on one plane, so any water will slide back, make sure there's a drain hole or two at the most rear of the unit. From reviews I've read, this saddle design can accumilate a lot of water on the "inside" part and soak the floor, water obvously cant flow back, a huge design oversight.

@mirthalamartinez7656 3 года назад

I got one of these AC and it's cool.. my apartment is super cold.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing your experience. Have a great day and stay safe.

@ralphb.3802 Год назад

Only one window in my bed room. This AC allows me to open the window when I don't need the AC. It's very quiet, I can sleep when its on. Best window AC for a bedroom.

@jasonlaboy 6 месяцев назад

I want to get the 12k BTU version of this with heat to replace my current portable ac/heat pump. It looks really good but it's pretty pricey especially since I plan on getting mini splits eventually anyway.

@markhejl3104 8 месяцев назад

I replaced the batteries in the remote and it's not working?

@davebarger805 Год назад

I heard the instructions say 15 amp outlet but it really needs a 20 amp circuit/outlet. Is that correct?

@bribri3432 3 года назад

Hi Jeff! Thanks for making this video. I have a question I was hoping you could help me with. I own one of these units and when the compressor is running it's buzzing at about 53 dB, much louder than what you recorded. Did you take that noise measurement at 9:30 while the AC's compressor was running? If not, could you tell me how loud the AC is with the compressor running? I'm trying to figure out if my unit is defective, or if it's normal for it to be that noisy. Any help will be much appreciated!

@bribri3432 3 года назад

Nevermind, I discovered that there were loose cables inside the front of the unit that were vibrating against the chassis. I have fixed it and now it's much quieter

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

Sorry I missed your first message... glad you were able to find the fix. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@Letmegetsomesalsa Год назад

Great video thanks. Specifically for the noise comparison. Thanks again

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

Does the soleus have a hose that runs from the front resovir to the back? I rinsed the outside of the unit, since we live on a gravel road. But once I did the front resovir started filling up, so now I have to keep a bowl underneath the drain at all times.

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Not that I know of, I have mine draining into a large bottle. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u I rinsed the outside of the unit just like I do on our other window units since we live on a gravel road. That night the front resovir started filling up so I have to keep a bowl underneath the drain. But never did it before? I was looking on the outside of the unit and it looked like a hose is running towards the front. So I was just wondering if by rinsing it out knocked the hose off?

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u How would I go about finding out before taking the cover off?

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u We bought this one around March of this year. It made a difference in cooling the living room off. I wished that they made a bigger one, bigger than the 8,000

@markhejl3104 Год назад

We are pleased the way the 8,000 BTU cools so we just bought another one that is 10,000 BTU with heat. I called ahold of the dealership customer service. And they don't know anything about the internal parts or how it works. I asked them why the resovir keeps overflowing and she told me to check the tilt of the unit it needs to have a 5° slope towards the back.

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

What does FL stand for? It shuts off and none of the controls work. I can unplug it and plug it back in and it will run for a few minutes and then does the same thing I even tried a different outlet

@GodParticleZero 3 года назад

Ok, I bought this thing and it sucks. It's annoying as hell to install(who designed that idiotic idea of panels on either side?), noisy air compressor(put your db meter there when it's on), have to be like a foot away for remote to even work, and the stupid drain that is INSIDE and has to constantly be emptied

@rachellovitz5483 2 года назад

HI Jeff we purchased the Midea AC this Spring and love it! Now that it's October I want to remove it do you recommend removing the entire frame as well?

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Yes, if you're going to remove the AC, you should remove the stand. In my case the window wouldn't close all the way with the stand still installed. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍

@fuqui035 3 месяца назад

To raise it up or down if you raise it its up

@safdarally5690 10 месяцев назад

Does this AC have a drain plug?

@viperxleader Год назад

I want to get a low profile window unit, however I have a very small window opening of 12 3/8”. Am I correct in thinking that the opening must be larger to fit the outside part though? Thanks

@jimbojangles804 3 года назад

is it heavy or hard to put in the window

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

A little of both. It's hard to put in the window because it's heavy. I'd definitely recommend having a friend help. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@jimbojangles804 3 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u but you made it look so easy and effortless

@alfonsoafricano8415 3 года назад

Great idea

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I agree. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@dionmclaughlin3669 2 года назад

😁 happy birthday 🎂

@2face132 2 года назад

beautiful very smart

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment 🙂

@moneymotivated4229 2 года назад

Has bad reviews, it drains on the interior side? That’s horrible, you have to have a bucket to catch the water, no thanks, the design is nice but not worth the other problems

@Beck-Stein 3 года назад

Is this better than the midea U shaped unit?

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I prefer the Midea but they are both decent units. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@emeryz10 4 года назад

Skip to 1:27

@Jeffreviews4u 4 года назад

Well if you do that you'll miss the birthday celebration.

@jimbojangles804 3 года назад

is it really that easy to put in??

@ExclusiveLM 2 года назад

Why are his eyebrows raised so high ?? He looks like a hyped up guy on a ton of Red Bull drinks. I couldn't watch more than a few seconds. His eyebrows raising and constant hand movements freaked me out.

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Lol. Red bull gives you wings. Thanks for the feedback.

@josefinaescribano7467 3 года назад

How can I install this unit on a side slide window?

@kimhuang58 3 года назад

Where can we buy it please?

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I bought mine on Amazon.

@lunaumbra5179 3 года назад

$600!? Is it an inverter? Power consumption? Construction? Temp sensors? Electronic features? Condensation drainage? .......

@sanseiryu 3 года назад

This isn't new. Panasonic had a sill ac in the 80's. I still have and use it. The difference is that the evaporator and blower section is compact, stays level with the sill and doesn't hang and extend down like this Soleus which is the reason for the drainage issue. Just a slight tilt and it drains from the back of the condenser unit. Soleus would have to install a condensate pump to evacuate the water. Bad design.

@doloresenriquez1809 3 года назад

So can we address the best way how to efficiently drain it without having a bucket inside to catch the window unit water? You mentioned that the a/c hangs inside too much, now let along having a bucket or receptacle to catch water…

@wil4right 3 года назад

It has a pump that drains water from the inside reservoir to the outside drain.

@wickey22 3 года назад

@@wil4right well if it does mine sure isn't working as I have to keep the drain open with a dog bowl under

@VvexotikavV 2 года назад

I have the same issue. After 30 minutes it flashes FL and turns off. I had to put a tube to drain it with a jug underneath. Can someone please help?

@safarygirl 2 года назад

So if slanted to the outside in humid areas like New York New Jersey is the water draining manually still needed..if so these people need to get back to the drawing board and solve it

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

@@VvexotikavV Where is the drain?

@cloudbase7799 3 года назад

Now if that view came with the Soleus, I'd be sold. 😊

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

Lol...thanks for taking the time to comment.

@brucecoleman7412 4 года назад

If the HOA would allow window units, I would probably go for this one. Cool idea and great review, Jeff! One thing to consider is that it is not generally a good idea to place furniture in front of a window unit.

@Jeffreviews4u 4 года назад

I'm going to switch this one with the Midea... the other room doesn't have anything near the AC. I typically have a bed next to the AC in this room.

@alcopower5710 2 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u do you prefer one over the other? Been researching both and not sure 🤔

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

@@alcopower5710 If I had to pick, I'd choose the midea.

@JamesKaufman1973 3 года назад

They screwed up with this unit. You have to manually drain it? Why not just put in a small pump so that it drains to the outside?

@musicauthority7828 3 года назад

That's not a problem a person could put a bucket right near it and run a hose into it. one person said they rigged it up to drain into their humidifier.

@LOUCANNIZZO 3 года назад

Hey Jeff, so for the entire season, how many times did you need to drain the unit? I'm hoping 2.0 version will eliminate draining, but if not, just wanted to get a sense of "pain to drain" Thanks!

@joeyrodriguez2809 3 года назад

So it’s actually filling up to be drained even if it’s tilted more down on the outside side? Where exactly is the plug, a picture would be nice. I am considering this unit

@markhejl3104 Год назад

It has a pump that pumps the water from the front resovir to the back of the unit that drips on top of the coil. Take off the front cover clean out the front resovir.

@organicvids Год назад

Whaaat no drain to outside?

@robertmakela86 3 года назад

Just get the Midea U-Shaped AC, window closes almost all the way down and no water to dump out or anything, and it's very quiet and energy efficient. If you want a cheap basic AC, get a Midea, even their cheaper units are silent compared to any brand on the market, there's no compressor noise compared to all of these other loud brands. Whatever they are doing is amazing.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I agree - I am a fan of the Midea...I will say I have heard that new soleus ACs have an external drain...I haven't verified but if this is true that would be a bonus. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@raulsomozajr4383 3 года назад

Does it need an special outlet?

@musicauthority7828 3 года назад

I much more prefer the saddle design, as little condensation as it produces. a person could install a hose and let it drain into a bucket near the unit. or though the wall one person said that they rigged it up to drain into their humidifier. and I prefer the black face on the unit I have a Whirlpool unit right now. and because the face is white I have to clean it fairly often especially when using it a lot.

@Kidd-nq4fg 3 года назад

@@raulsomozajr4383 no, regular 120 outlet

@thebowtieguy777 3 года назад

@@musicauthority7828 wouldn't take anymore of a hole than the one the cable company drills

@ReginaCreates2 2 года назад

thanks for the video. I'm looking for how to do something like this. just suscribed to your channel

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Happy to help, thanks for checking it out 👍

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

... and thanks for the support!

@christianhaugland3338 2 года назад

Very nice review. Glad you’re happy with the unit. 👍

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Thanks for taking the time to check it out and comment.

@fuqui035 3 месяца назад

It's fifth not with fitgh

@fuqui035 3 месяца назад

It's fifth not fith

@MrEmiko29 4 года назад

do your research, and read the reviews on Amazon. this has a leaking problem

@Jeffreviews4u 4 года назад

There is a drain plug on the inside. If this remains closed and unit is slanted 1/4 you should be good. Mine has been running for a couple of weeks without incident. I did read a review on Amazon where they were missing the drain plug...that would be an issue. Thanks for stopping by and commenting

@ValerieSylvester 3 года назад

It has a lot of problems.

@ondinehd6889 2 года назад

I have one of these. Works really well, and is super quiet in some settings, all while cooling the room.

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Very cool! Thanks for sharing.

@VvexotikavV 2 года назад

Does yours have draining issues? Mine collects water on the inside pan and I have to put a tube and a jug to collect excess water.

@ondinehd6889 2 года назад

@@VvexotikavV I used it the entire last summer, and did not notice anything, so I did nothing. This summer, I noticed a little bit of water on the inside pan, as you said. I saw a video of someone using a piece of gauze, tucked on one end in the inside of the pan where there is water (you can use a butter knife to tuck one end of the gauze in the pan), and the other side dangling so that water can drain out. You can use a pan, or any container to put underneath the piece of gauze that's dangling to collect the excess water. But if your tube works, then stick to that. But I love this AC, as it has many settings to choose from, my favorite is COOL, paired with either "sleep mode," or "quiet," and it really is barely audible!

@tawtam1 2 года назад

Way too expensive for just 8000 BTUs. LG is much more quiet and you can get 14000 BTU and save 100 bucks

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

I agree it is a bit expensive. Thanks for stopping be and commenting.

@imothy 3 года назад

This is cool, but these are about 4x the cost of the Midea. The Midea 12,000 BTU is $469 while the Soleus 6000btu is $479. Also I am wondering when these types of U shaped units will have a HEAT option? That way It could really replace a mini split!

@MarcMeal 3 года назад

That's 4x the cost?

@imothy 3 года назад

@@MarcMeal That wasn't my question. :(

@MarcMeal 3 года назад

@@imothy I didnt say it was. I asked you a question.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

Mothy - Adding heat to one of these U shaped air conditioners would be a game changer. I haven't seen them but I'll be on the look out. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

Marcus - the 8000 btu Soleus is about $1200...the over the saddle AC units are a bit more expensive but I like that you can still see...for the price however Midea is best. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@chipborkowski1449 3 года назад

This is a terrible A/C unit. You have to drain it all the time or it starts to stink really bad! Also it progressively got louder. Now I'm stuck with this pos.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

That stinks. Draining the AC every month is kind of annoying, I added it to one of my kids chores. I haven't hand any issues with the noise increasing. You should reach out to the company to see if they can offer any assistance.

@Bwanar1 3 года назад

You need to be careful about basing a purchase on a review, without adequate time to make the recommendation. A lot of things work fine out of the box (in his defense), but have no longevity and worse, no after purchase access. It's best to check multiple sources if possible. Warranty is everything these days.

@chipborkowski1449 3 года назад

@@Bwanar1 Just curious, careful about what? I call it like I see it.

@Bwanar1 3 года назад

@@chipborkowski1449 Don't mean your comment, I mean making a purchase from one video, where they are just installing and trying it for the first time. I'm sure had not had adequate time to evaluate the product. This was more of an unboxing and install video.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I tell you what, draining the unit can be annoying but in my opinion it does a good job cooling the space.

@RiseAboveFilmsLLC 3 года назад

Should have gotten a Midea window ac

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I have one of the Midea U shaped AC units as well. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@beergood83 2 года назад

Dude do a diy on tuck pointing on that chimney

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

I guess, I need to learn how to tuck point brick...lol. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@realgirl2704 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. We just ordered one! But it’s not Sol-air-is it’s Sol-e-us. It might confuse people. I love how simple it is to install. And how quiet it is. I’m super excited to get it. And by the way, you have a gorgeous back yard.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

They are very easy to install and I like that you get the view from your window - Let me know how the install goes..Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@danielparrish5438 3 года назад

the unit sits too low in the wall and the air may have problems with hitting furniture and that prevents air from circulating around the room

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

You're right it sits low and may not be appropriate for some installations. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 5 месяцев назад

Is that vinyl siding? I must know! Excellent review since you sound test.

@Jeffreviews4u 5 месяцев назад

Lol... yes this was vinyl siding. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 🙂

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 5 месяцев назад

@Jeffreviews4u thank you! This gives me options! Something like this or the Midea U Shape Inverter one. Really helpful reviews you have here.

@annpalumbo7497 3 года назад

I'm 77 and cant deal with the moving, lifting of any of these air conditioners. The portable ac takes up too much room in my bedroom to use. The only other choice for my bedroom is the regular window ac or the saddle ac. Neither of them can stay in the window during the winter because it's too drafty. Which do you think is lighter. Thank you.

@devonnewest7990 3 года назад

I came here for the a/c review but fell in love with your love for MOM!!!! God Bless :)

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

lol...she is the best mom! thanks for taking the time to comment.

@colejohnson141 4 года назад

Happy birthday Jeff’s mom!

@Jeffreviews4u 4 года назад

Woot woot... happy birthday!

@metheus108 3 года назад

I just got a U-shaped AC but it wasnt an over-the-sill, it was a Midea that you can close the window into it. So quiet.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I am a fan of the Midea! Thanks for sharing.

@metheus108 3 года назад

So far its been great. Its amazing the sound difference going from a 10+ year old 6000btu window unit to the Midea 10000btu unit. Still having troubles setting up the wifi for the app, but that's small potatoes overall. Saw your Midea review right after I watched this one :D

@akjain773 2 года назад

Not available in india

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing! Have a great day and stay safe.

@bdwriter1957 3 года назад

wish someone would show how the filters go back in. I moved into a home where they had it out of the window and the filters out. I think I figured it out but it was not simple since they bend

@blakethomas8897 3 года назад

Hello, nice video. How heavy is the unit itself? Thanks

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I don't know an exact weight. Directions tell you to use a team lift. I was able to carry it myself but it's heavy. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@filfarmerpacnw4868 2 месяца назад

So where the update? Did it get moldy and drip water inside? Did it break? How many Kw does it use? Any huge in-rush of amps when the compressor starts?

@maxshadow... 3 года назад

If only I didn't have radiators under my windows.

@oooprodigy 3 года назад

Oh damn! I’m so glad you said that! Me too and I wasn’t even thinking about that.

@e.climan1329 3 года назад

Thank you for this review. How much condensation is produced inside the house?

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I dump the reservoir once every week, there are a couple cups of water each time. I've heard some people drilled a hole through the wall and attached a drain tube.

@oooprodigy 3 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u I just saw a comment from a seller posted 4 days ago on Amazon saying this: A: all of the units have been upgraded to allow for an automatic draining outside with proper installation. The unit will drain on its own and should not require any emptying.

@wickey22 3 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u I just bought one and I'm struggling with it. I've had it two months and today it starts flashing FL and shuts off. Googled it found out what it means. How do you drain yours? I opened the plastic stopper on the inside on the left hand side and it drains a little bit then stops. But then when I turn it back on it flashes FL again after a couple hours ....it's to the point where I'm keeping it open with a dog bowl under and it's filling it up every couple hours.

@hyperlexis 2 года назад

Young man, they had saddle mount, low profile window AC units since the 1950s. Not common but they did exist. This Chinese brand is lying in its ads. Still nice machine, but false. Can't comment as to durability of the product or the corporation warranting it.

@DJarry394 3 года назад

Won’t work for my windows. They are too low.

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

That's frustrating. Thanks for sharing.

@rickm5853 3 года назад

Great vid thanks. Could you tell me how deep is the part inside the room? Please measure from the face of it to the wall. Thanks

@markhejl3104 8 месяцев назад

At first I was thinking that the Lo means that it was at my temperature setting. But I was wrong. It won't let me change any of the settings?

@magdatorruellas9122 Год назад

Can this style AC be used on sliding windows…I live in a manufacture house where windows open sideways. Thank you

@Daffyduck529 Год назад

Does anyone know how to clean the black tray that's under the filter thats behind the face place? I can't get to it

@911naimplate 2 года назад

It is nIce that you can see out your window and it is also nice that the unit is quiet. Here are my concerns. I am in the process of downsizing from a 3,500 SQFT Colonial to a 2,400 SQFT split level. I have had central A/C for the past 60 years and am no-longer a spring chicken. I have a choice of going with free standing units in all of the bedrooms with two larger free standing units in the main rooms or going with units like the one in this video. While louder, the free standing units do NOT need to be moved when winter comes. The units in this video appear to be very heavy and require seasonal removal which in my case will mean setting five of them up in springtime and removing and storing them in the winter which honestly is a daunting task and the purchase cost is outrageous. If I am missing something here, please let me know. Thanks BTW nice video.

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

There are pros and cons to both types. The one in this video is heavy and needs to be drained (the frequency depends on humidity levek). The drain hole is on the inside portion of the house. The stand-alone ones, although convenient, in my experience have not been as efficient at cooling a space. Hope this helps in your decision.

@robertgrudain8826 2 года назад

Biggest pos I ever bought after one year it’s the loudest ac I have ever had. JUNK

@annpalumbo7497 Год назад

How often do you find you have to drain this ac? I have to drain it every 30 minutes or it turns off which is a real pain. Any ideas?

@Jeffreviews4u Год назад

All depends on the level of humidity I'm your area. If you have high humidity, you'd be better off installing a drain line. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍

@PlanetMezz Год назад

Were you able to set it on 70? Looks like it changed itself to 72

@j.s.3297 3 года назад

I would be cautious of soleus ac units. I have one that is a couple of years old and it stopped cooling, and the company is impossible to reach.

@bobbyray7558 3 года назад

Does yours make a horrible sound? I saw one that makes a constant rattling/garbled sound. It's very bothersome.

@n68bedard 3 года назад

is there one for windows that opens from side to side ?

@pedroescobar4189 2 года назад

Did yours leak? I'm seeing lots of reviews on amazon saying that it leaks on the indoor section.

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Mine didn't leak. I will say I ended up installing a drain hose to the outside. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@charlieblvd5384 Год назад

Model # = Soleus Air WS3-08E-20.

@annpalumbo7497 3 года назад

I was interested in the drainage part of the Soleurus ac. Will it be dripping on my neighbor downstairs

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

All AC units will need to drain so dripping can happen. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@markhejl3104 8 месяцев назад

What does Lo mean on the screen?

@monams2514 2 года назад

what did you do for the constant drainage I have read on AM reviews that people had to put buckets underneath it? you would think for that price they would fix that. What do you think?

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

I use the bucket at the beginning, after a while I drilled a hole through the outside wall and ran the hose out. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 👍

@monams2514 2 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u thank you so much - I measured my window and it is a big window has 2 lock latches on top and is 57 inches long - will this work for me? I need something soon as my Central AC is on the brink of going out for good. And it is getting super hot here. I also wondered how long that cord was to reach the receptacle because it does not look so long and then I will have to get a three prong outlet as well.

@JisINSANE3 2 года назад

Still not as good as a classic window unit. Reasons, They have to use 2 different motors one for the condensor and one for the evaporator. As a regular window a/c uses one motor to drive both. Also A unit like this requires a sump pump to pump the condensate to the outside. This very well may be incorporated with the blower motor. I don't know I just know it has to pump water to the outside somehow. More complicated and less efficient. . More crap to breakdown. I'm sure it works good for awhile. But unless theres a reason to choose this why?

@asmrcindyc6939 2 года назад

How long is the power cord

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

Just about 4 ft.

@TC-dk6do 2 года назад

This unit is a epic fail. Nothing but problems.

@Jeffreviews4u 2 года назад

That stinks! What happened to your unit? And were you able to return it?

@markhejl3104 Год назад

It was really quiet until I took out the filters and cleaned them and put them back in

@Jeffreviews4u Год назад

That's strange. Thanks for sharing your experience.

@markhejl3104 Год назад

@@Jeffreviews4u it still cools and heat

@EnnTomi1 3 года назад

how does it hold up after half year?

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

I uninstalled it before Winter... that was a mess, hard to get the pieces off of the window. It worked fine all summer and into fall... you do have to empty the drain (I did it weekly).

@ctrey8395 3 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u sounds like alt of work why did you take the unit out lol I always just leave mines in the window but I get it besides I depend on these window unit because I dont have central ac

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

@@ctrey8395 soleus recommended taking the unit out for winter...plus I had the windows replaced...had to come out anyway. It was no easy task.

@ctrey8395 3 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u well that makes sense I'm looking for a 8000 btu window unit but not trying to spend alot of money

@nottyseel949 3 года назад

@@Jeffreviews4u Do you mean the foam pieces became a mess? My biggest concern for the unit was that gap when closing and having a neat way to seal it.

@MrAtjay 2 года назад

Bought one of these two years ago and it is quiet, but installation was a problem. Soleus says the maximum wall thickness is 11 inches. I live in a 120 year old house; the window thickness is exactly 11 inches between the face of the sill on the outside and the face of the stool on the inside. The unit didn't fit--it was too narrow. I had to shave a quarter inch off the sill on the outside to get the unit over the sill. And, because the screw-in levelers aren't recessed into the unit, the actual width over which the unit will fit is closer to nine inches, not 11. I can't use the wall supports; luckily a 2x4 will slide into the gap on the outside and that supports the unit with an outward tilt.

@devonnewest7990 3 года назад

5:43 good god that chimney!!!!

@Jeffreviews4u 3 года назад

Lol. That's what you get with this old house. Haha. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

@reginabarham1945 2 года назад

If it be more simple to install depending on product I'll do it myself ‼🗣📣 before I buy this particular product I may actually want the U shaped air conditioner so I do not have to drain it. Amen 👼🏾👋🏾👏🏾👼🏿

@gaylecheung3087 3 года назад

I do like the saddle up but yeah it’s a special invite more than a word the stability of the drops out the window is better the high-rise buildings that problem it’s too low to the ground what if you don’t have a window like that you live in apartment building sucks

@markhejl3104 2 года назад

If I slope the window unit a little will the water drain from the front resovir? The way it is now I have to keep a bucket underneath the drain inside the house. Had it for around 5 months and never had to drain the front resovir until just the other day.

@lovly2cu725 Год назад

how many decades did it take for someone to think of this

@MGillDesign Год назад

i know, right.

@joeyrodriguez2809 3 года назад

Hi, you said is sticks out allot from the window inside the house, how much is allot, inches approximately, thanks

@deletedaccount505 3 года назад

Me: @6:23 when I “pretend like I read the instructions on an assignment”, but I’m casually playing it off Verse Me: when I put it together after taking my time and play it off instead and ignore the instructions still by choice😉