Discount Soleil Milk House Utility Heater 1500 Watt Max

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This heater has a huge pair of shoes to fill, and frankly, I doubt it will be able to measure up. My first portable heater was a Tatung ceramic heater, a cube about 8 inches per side with similar wattage to the Soleil. Both heaters have fan-only/low/high operation with 1500W maximum (the Tatung might have been only 1200W...can't quite remember, and the Soleil actually has the reostat-type temperature/thermostat control as well).

My Tatung was in constant use during the cold months and it lasted 17 years of absolutely maintenance-free operation...UNBELIEVABLE!

I am all but positive that the Tatung was made in Taiwan. The Soleil is marked Made In China. And given my experience with Chinese electronics I would NEVER have purchased it if it weren't for the fact that I was in a bind. When I went to buy an alarm clock, I had to buy THREE before I found one that functioned straight out of the box. And there are a lot of goofy things I see in Chinese made products the dish rack where the bowls won't stand up, the socks that are so tight that they strangle your feet...don't even get me started about the rest of it. It's like they are playing craps with the specs and measurements. It's extremely irritating to have to deal with this type of thing. And people in the States are not aware of the fact that, in Europe, they get well-made German engineered products...it's we here in the States that get the crap from newbie engineers in China. That is just the reality of things.

Well, all that being said, this Soleil heater gives a very good first impression. The case itself seems solid. I like the brushed metal look and feel. The controls feel tough and they click in a sturdy way when engaged. Also, I must say, it is very nice to have a heavy-gauge power cord for once I haven't felt any heat in the cord, even after several hours of use. Ah soooooo, Thank you, Soleil! I am using it in a somewhat larger room than many might, so I cannot say how well the thermostat feature works (When I use heaters and air conditioners I usually like to max the output from what I hear they operate more efficiently in those conditions).

How did farmers use their milk house heaters? Not sure. Maybe they hung them up, but I am surprised that there aren't some optional plastic feet like your box fans come with, because this thing likes to tip over. But the good thing is that the auto shut-off is very sensitive. This thing shuts down if it tilts just an inch or two in any direction, so I suppose that is a good thing.

I haven't owned this for long, but I already have developed some confidence in this little box. But for now I am keeping my receipt anyway.

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I looked around for a U.S. made milk house heater but to no avail. If anybody knows of one, please let me know. So I bought one of these. So far, works fine. But I also bought another brand, same style which I like just as a backup. Why? Because I know that this heater from RED China will not last. and maybe buying two of them is just what the greedy business types who have exported our jobs to RED China want. At any rate, I can tell you that for now it works fine. Years back, I had a U.S. made model that probably lasted 20 years. I don't expect that of this one.

By the way, for all of you who wonder what a milk house heater is, it is used to warm up the milk houses or milking parlors ---the place where the dairy cows are milked. It is not used to heat up the whole barn, that would be impossible for it to do.

Best Sunbeam SFH8111 Oscillating Heater Fan with Remote Control Deals

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I bought this heater at Lowes on 10/4/09. I took it home and assembled it according to the instructions and turned it on. The heater kicked off within 30 seconds and the overheat light started blinking. I turned it off and unplugged it for a few minutes and tried again. I never could get the heater to stay on for more than 20 or 30 seconds at a time. The next day I returned it to Lowes, and when I began to tell the lady at Customer Service the problem, she just nodded and said "yeah, I know, we get a lot of these returned for that reason". Instead of getting a refund and buying a different brand (which I should have done), I exchanged it for the same heater. The second heater worked fine, for about 2.5 months and then started having problems again. Tonight I haven't been able to get the heater to stay on and the overheat light keep flashing again. I am going to try to return this to Lowes in the morning, but since Lowes only has a 90 day return policy and it has been about 93 days since I got the second heater I hope they will let me exchange it for a different brand heater. I wouldn't recommend this heater at all after all the problems I have had with it.

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I'm sorry to hear that the previous reviewer didn't like it, but I have one that I also bought at Lowes and I think it's great. We have it in our VERY large, 550 square foot family room, and it warms up the place nicely within a 10 minutes. Now, mind you, I have central heat, but that room is always colder than the rest of the house, due to it's size and the number of windows, and I bought it to warm it up more since I have a baby daughter who likes to crawl on the carpet where it's coldest. If you're looking at this to be a replacement (temporary or permanent) for a complete lack of central heating, it's not going to do the job.

It has two heat settings (low and high), a tip-over sensor and it oscillates, which is nice for spreading the heat around the room.

As a supplemental heater or one for the cold nights, it's great. In fact, that's how I ended up at Amazon... Lowes is out of them, and I'm going to buy two more to replace the energy-hog oil heaters that I have in those rooms... I hope this helped!

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I bought this at Lowe's, for the same price at amazon to hold me over until my central heating gets turned on. I live in an older house probably 1950's design with cinder-block outer walls, a tile floor in my living room and poor insulation so take that into account with this review. This heater is small about two feet tall and says rated for medium size rooms on the box. When first turned on there was a strong plastic smell but it dissipated after about 10 minutes. I currently have this in my small/medium living room and have to this about 3 feet away from me as the fan blows really low. I feel warmer but only enough to take the edge off, not freezing, but not entirely comfortable. With the built-in fan its as loud as a medium oscillating fan. Overall its ok for the price but don't expect anything spectacular.

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Don't buy this heater. I'm not sure I'd buy another sunbeam product actually. Just like the other reviews, my heater worked for a while and then started shutting off while the light around the temperature adjustment would flash. If you move the unit it may or may not come back on. The temperature display sometimes comes on and sometimes it doesn't. It lasted one short season and after that, its been nothing but a headache. Basically the warranty covers its initial use and it sounds like after that the majority of these die.

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I received this product on time and it was exactly what I wanted. Very Pleased! I would buy again from this company. Good experience!

Buy Jarden Consumer Heater BCH9212-U Bionaire Ceramic Mini Tower Heater

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The Jarden consumer heater made by bionair is better than I had anticipated. I use several space heaters in my home while I run my WVO powered generator in the winter time. This heater is relativly quiet, has an easy to use thermostat, and can be a primary source of heat for up to 250square feet. The down sides to this product are that there is no ground on the electrical plug and the thermostate will only go down to 65F before going down to freeze mode at 40F. The height of this model is shorter than anticipated as well being less than knee height. For the money, it's ok, it will heat a room, but that darn electrical plug is worrysome.

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Tried Honeywell (noisy and did not heat the room well), Smal (dangerous it short circuited), a radiator type (outside got very hot and because there is no fan with that type it took a long time to heat the room)and none seemed to be right.

I saw this one and it looked like the perfect solution and I must say I am happy with this little sucker! Got it home and it heated up right away. The fan is very very quiet and I love the back-lit thermostat. I tested the tip over control and it shuts off right away. The grill gets a bit hot but not so it would burn you. You can hold your hand on it for a few seconds before you feel it and then it simply feels hot enough that you know to pull your hand away. That is important to me because I have pets.

I tried a few others but they were too noisy or just did not have the features. This one is a great combo of function, features and price.

Seems to be able to heat up quite a large room (300-500 square feet)fairly quickly. I don't see any reason to buy anything else!

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This heater was recommended by a major consumer review magazine and it has met my expectations. We use it in the master bathroom which is quite large and we normally only use the low heat setting to quickly warm the room. The tall narrow profile results in a small footprint that does not take up much room. It is very quiet and the option to oscillate in approximately 180 degree pattern helps to distribute the heat evenly. I have not used the option to set a temperature that the heater can automatically maintain. It also has a fan only mode. The remote is a nice convenience that allows you to change modes of operation from across the room. I would recommend this heater for someone who wants a quiet heater that can quickly warm a relatively large space. I don't give it 5 stars because the LCD display of black on grey is hard to read in low light.

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We've had this heater for over a year and it has always turned right on and puts out good heat for a small model. Totally satisfied for what we use it for a little extra heat in our family room. The noise isn't bad, it doesn't take up much room, and it's nice looking. Nothing bad to say about this heater!

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Product does what it is expect to but it is noisy when operating. Much noiser than an older space heater that I have. Also sometimes when an auto mode it continously cycles on and off with a five second pause in between.

Bottom line: Would I buy again no; Would I recommend to a friend no.

Cheap ICM ICM205 5 MINUTE OFF CYCLE TIMER

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I have an Aqua Cal Pool Heater, and I had this piece stolen from my unit.... some very smart pool maintenance guy since all houses on my condo has the same heater. However I had to find it very quick and found at Amazon. Works perfectly.

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Cheap Bionaire BCH4562E-GM Office Heater with Worry Free Motion Sensor

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I obtained this product to use in the area of my flat where I keep my computer. Since office buildings often are extremely over-heated in winter, the heat which it produces should be suited to those who tend to become chilled easily. I tried it in October, well before the season when I'd be placing my thermostat at the 65 where it remains all winter, and found it produces only minimal heat. Whether it will get me through the winter chill I cannot say.

It does have some drawbacks. It's compact size and cord holder are definite 'pluses,' and it is energy efficient. However, the directions cautioned against placing it on a desk or tabletop, and instructed that it should be three feet from furniture and fabrics. I was unable to feel much heat from a distance of three feet, and I also would question whether many people would have enough space to keep such an appliance that distance in open space.

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I bought this for my cubicle area, since the building management keeps all the offices so cold. I love it so much.

It's a lot smaller than I had imagined it to be, but this thing packs some heat!

I love the fact that it is so quiet. I keep it under my desk, and I can't even hear it.

PROS: Quiet. Compact. Packs some major heat,

CONS: The High setting gets too hot sometimes, while the Low setting doesn't get hot enough. Wish there was a Medium option.

I would definitely recommend this product to anyone out there. M

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program The Bionaire Office Heater is really well designed for its purpose: to heat your immediate workspace. It's reasonably quiet, which is really important in this context, and it emanates a good amount of heat to keep you comfortable when there's a chill. It's a very basic device: no thermostat, no oscillation/rotation.

Having the motion sensor is also a very good feature. The office or plant manager doesn't like it when employees waste electricity by leaving a heater going all day. This one turns off itself when there's no motion nearby after about 15 minutes.

Right now my wife is using it at her desk in school (she's a teacher). When winter is over, we're planning to use it in the bathroom in our little, unheated spring/summer/fall cottage where nights and mornings are cool all year round. I'll update this if I actually do get to try it out in that setting.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program ...and this is the perfect little heater for those who do.

We have not had sufficiently cool weather where I live to give this a thorough test. I took it to the country with me where I borrow a friend's unheated cabin occasionally, but the coolest it got at night was mid 50s. Still, that's chilly enough to want some comforting warmth. I plugged in the heater and was surprised at how well it and now quickly it warmed things up.

I was not expecting much because the thing is very dinky. It's less than one foot high (official measurements: 7.2 x 9.4 x 11 inches). But be warned, it is a localized heat. It will not warm up a room, just a couple of square feet. Which is plenty for an office, for for nights when you are nestled in a chair with your book and just want a little extra warmth. If you place it under the desk, your feet will be very warm, but not so much the rest of you, although you can feel some difference. I'd put it to one side so the heat can rise and not be trapped under the desk, or just put on an extra pair of socks and put the heater right on the desk if it was very cold. It doesn't take up much room and can feel warm without being buried up to the eyeballs in sweaters.

The Motion Sensor feature is fun, in that it somehow senses you are gone (I once married a man who didn't know I went away for the weekend...he said thought I was taking longer than usual in the shower). This is not only a safety feature (in the heater, not in the husband because nothing could save him), but also fun. You can try sitting very, very still and fooling the device into thinking you have gone. It can't find you but it didn't sense you leaving. You can almost see the mystified look on its little face, little worry lines forming, as it wonders: "Where did she go...I didn't feel her leave...did I doze off on the job? Did she fall? I can't even call out to her...what have I done? God Forgive Me..." and just when the little thing is at the edge of an emotional breakdown, you wriggle around and say "Fooled Ya!"

When you live alone, you do things like this. Cut me some slack, okay.

Anyway, this is an excellent little gizmo, very compact. It puts out an ideal amount of heat, not too hot, not too cold. It is perfectly quiet, no irritating humming noise, and that automatic shut off is an excellent feature. There is a place on the back where you can wrap the cord when not in use, although I do prefer leaving it out so I can trip over it. It adds a little excitement to the day.

If you are one of those people who hate airconditioning and make other people in the office miserable by always sneaking the dial up to 78, this is for you. If you want to warm a small area, relax with little extra heat, and not worry about falling asleep without shutting the machine off, this is ideal. And if you enjoy sitting on the porch or patio when the weather turns cool, this will keep you nice and comfortable.

And the price is right too.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program PROS:

1. Small size makes it great for the office. Unobtrusive.

2. Generates surprising heat. Even on lowest settings.

CONS:

1. A little loud for me. A subtle hum. Some may find it soothing as white noise.

2. Heat doesn't distribute. Heat emanates intensely directly in front of device for a short distance. If you move it back enough the heat feels more dispersed, but this isn't a "general area" heater. It heats directly in front of itself. Maybe creative placement could help this issue.

3. It wobbles. Distracting. It's only perceivable because the power button isn't quite secure and jiggles constantly. Might just be the one I received.

Buy Honeywell HZ-2800P Turbo Heater Fan

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After several disasters with space heaters dying on me with only a limited amount of use, I decided to buy this little heater at Best Buy last year with an extended warranty. I have used it off and on for several months and now that it is getting colder again this heater is getting a workout. It is mostly used in the bathroom but I have also used it in my bedroom several times recently, which is pretty large and does get very chilly and it does a great job.

It does shut off automatically when the temperature reaches the desired setting. The casing stays really cool which is far different than the radiator heaters that I am currently trying, they get HOT to the touch. It is very light weight and for light sleepers it runs very quiet except for the light click it makes when it shuts off or comes back on adjusting to the temp change. I would say the only cons for this little heater is that there is no safety shut off if it gets knocked over and the temperature setting is a bit of a guessing game since there is no actual numbers (65 70 75 etc.) to go by. This is reasonably easy to figure out though. Overall, as of this post, I would purchase another one of these little heaters in a heartbeat.

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I bought this in 2007 for the office. I had another Honeywell at home and I liked it so I respected the brand. I also needed something small-ish to fit into my 12x12 locker at work. For years, I had this heater sitting at my feet and it kept me warm when the air-conditioning was making us all freeze our butts off. I lost my job last year and brought it home and guess what I still have at my feet? This heater! I paid a little bit more for it but I definitely feel that I got my money's worth. I don't use the fan feature and I don't keep it the highest heating speed. I just use the lowest heating speed and that's enough to keep me warm. I would think that if you needed a heater to heat an entire room, this wouldn't be big enough but as an office and small room heater, this is a good buy.

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Ive had this product for about a week and i have developed a love relationship with it. It literally blows hot air at you! If you are in a cold place, you know, that hot air being blown in your face or hands or anywhere is an amazing feeling. I fall asleep with it blowing on my body and then when i am waking up in the morning i pick it up and put directly in front of my face. If my hands or feet are cold i can set it up so they get hot air. On top of all that, it heats up a room quite nicely. I am a college student and have a small dorm, but i would imagine that it could heat up a room larger than my 10x14. Bottom line is that it feels so good, and it heats up a room. Its little though. (worth the $ money too)...

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I have bought several of these over the pat 4 years and they all turn out the same. work fine for the first year/winter season maybe 2 then they quite working. They do heat your house well and save you money on utilities, but if you have to replace it every year are you really saving money? I dont think so but a better quality heater fan instead to make this purchase worth it.

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This is a decent heater for a cubicle desk or a tiny bedroom, but don't assume it will work well for any space bigger than that. Seems to use a lot of electricity compared to the heat it puts out. Would be an OK buy if you can find it on sale for less than half the retail price.

Max Burton 6015 Portable Induction Cooktop Stove and Interface Disk Reviews

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I have been using the Max Burton for a month now. The old problems with induction have been solved. This generation works instantly. In case you do not know what I am reviewing, this is my choice for an induction unit, portable. So the surface is glass and it induces heat in metal. I can heat a pot ten times faster than electric coils. I have nearly the same control as with gas.

The features here are critical in a mid power unit like this one. You want as many grades of temperature as you can get, This one has ten, the most available.

It allows you to set temperature by degrees. Thank you. From a gentle 140 on up.

I cook with clay on this burner because included is the interface disc. Unit heats disc, disc heats clay. As slowly as 140 degrees.

You can place this unit on any surface. It is light. If you want an extra burner, this one will outperform your own stove unless you have a 17,000+ BTU Viking like mine. And even if you do, it goes as far as your extension cord. Remember it heats the pan, not the unit, except after a whle the pot makes the surface a little hot.

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I've wanted an induction cooktop for some time and this model fits the bill perfectly. It's easy to operate and cooks and/or warms foods without creating extra heat in the kitchen. I've cooked meats, vegetables and pastas to perfection. Being able to set temperature or time for cooking makes it easy to coordinate cooking of the different elements in a meal. I was especially pleased with the interface disk because some of my pots and pans are not magnetized. I was able to use my glass cookware to prepare vegetables and boil eggs. I don't regret this purchase.

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*Generates NO external heat...will be great in summer here in Texas!

*Works great /w/ LeCreuset Cookware!

*Temperature Control is amazing...super-responsive!

*Looks & perform like a super high tech./space age device!

*Boils H2O fir Pasta in record time...much faster than my gas stove without the heat!!!

*Opens up a whole new dimension to cooking!!!

*I'm making Chicken Stock and it is coming to a boil in almost record time!!! feel like a professional chef!!!

*A Must for any Foodie!

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This unit, with moderate use, lasted slightly less than 11 months. Within half a year it showed evidence of failing -slower to heat, requiring much longer cooking times. Finally it just wouldn't light up (start indicator button) nor turn on, save for the fan which kicked in ever so faintly. I threw it out yesterday.

I liked the concept of a spare & portable cooktop and was intrigued with induction (better for the environment), but feel I made a mistake with my selection.

As to my cooking experience -though the product description eludes to a large burner, and the induction disc seems to support that idea by being 8" in diameter -the reality with my unit was that the heat source had only a 4" diameter. I found it impossible to keep my all-clad skillets from scorching at this hot spot. Reducing the heat only rendered the outer band of my skillets ineffective cooking surfaces.

I tested the time required to boil water by simultaneously heating on my range and on this unit, two identical kettles filled to the same level. (Obviously the same could be accomplished by clocking the one kettle twice and comparing the boil times.) At any rate, my electric range won hands down.

I still like the concept of having a spare cooktop and a portable one at that, but now I'll shop for something which would reasonably share the same 10-12 year lifespan of a typical range.

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We have had this device for a couple of weeks and have used it several times. We live in a motor home and don't like to use the propane stove top because of open flames in tight quarters and also because the cover for the gas stove top is the largest part of the counter top. Anyway, we have had several cook tops over the years, none of which has come close to this device. The interface disk is really an important option unless you want to buy and carry special pots and pans. It heats water very quickly, and the interface disk has enabled me to saute and fry in lightweight non-stick pans. You do have to be sure the entire bottom surface contacts the interface disk or you will only get partial heating and hot spots. Other than that, the device is very satisfactory.

Buy Frigidaire FRA08PZU1 8,000 BTU Cool/3,500 BTU Heat Compact Window

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I purchased this unit in May 2012. I used it to cool my apartment for almost four months. I started using the unit's supplemental heating feature in September 2012. At that time, I noticed that whenever the temperatures outside plunged BELOW 45 degrees Fahrenheit, a BURNING SMELL would come from the unit while operating in the supplemental heat mode... and when that happens, the unit provides little to no heat whatsoever! The unit indicates that its supplemental heating feature provides you with an additional heat source "when needed." But what it SHOULD indicate is that its supplemental heating feature provides you with an additional heat source "only when the outside temperatures are 45 degrees Fahrenheit or HIGHER." When I brought this issue to the attention of the manufacturer of this unit (Electrolux Major Appliances), the manufacturer completely disregarded the issue! I had to contact a DIFFERENT air conditioner manufacturer (Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., Ltd.) in order to find out the TRUTH about this unit! This unit is a HEAT PUMP heating unit, rather than a STRAIGHT ELECTRIC heating unit. STRAIGHT ELECTRIC heating units can operate efficiently EVEN WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE BELOW 45 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT. This unit is NOT a STRAIGHT ELECTRIC heating unit, but is instead a HEAT PUMP heating unit, which means that the outside temperatures must be 45 degrees Fahrenheit OR HIGHER in order for this unit's heating feature to operate. According to Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., Ltd., attempting to use HEAT PUMP heating units when outside temperatures are below 45 degrees Fahrenheit will OVERWORK THE COMPRESSOR and can cause a BURNING SMELL to come from the unit while operating... essentially shortening the lifespan of the unit. So if you are looking for a unit that can provide supplemental heating IN MORE EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES, then this is NOT the appropriate unit for you!

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Love this unit, should not be used for only heating source as in the dead of winter it will not warm. we have 8 of these in a small seasonal motel and have had zero issue with them and the operating ambient temp of 40 degrees and it keep the rooms warm enough. I dont beleive it would work well anything below that tempurature.

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BACKGROUND

Traditional heat/cool ACs are specialty appliances, like window ACs that are short or narrow. They're installed where a single appliance does both summer and winter duty (think motel). Usually 220v, they produce ample heat and have ample power bills to go with them. This is because they operate like giant space heaters with resistance coils. But in a world of ever increasing energy costs, there's a better way. Its called a heat pump. Window heat pumps are rare and 120v heat pumps even more so. This is the only one made by Frigidaire and only one other company also makes only one.

THEORY

Normally the purview of expensive mini split systems, heat pumps make heat out of thin air, using much less energy than other methods of electric heat. Most window ACs on the market only make cold. This takes heat on the inside and moves it outside. Heat pumps have the ability to run in reverse. They capture heat on the outside and move it inside. Why is this useful? Because moving heat is way more efficient than making heat. This window unit can generate 3 times more BTU per watt than a space heater. Simply put, if half your winter power bill is currently making heat with space and baseboard heaters, this will cut your power bill by more than one quarter.

LOCATION

But, as other reviews indicate, this process is only effective when the outside temperature is above freezing. This model works great in the southeast, south, southwest, and northwest, where winter temperatures rarely go below 40. This model is a poor choice for the northeast and other climates with regular snow fall.

INSTALLATION

The only issue I have with this model is its size. Its 85lbs and closer in size to 12-18k (medium) window units. This reduces vibration and makes it quieter but also limits the number of places it can be installed. The smallest size you should consider is 23 inches across and that requires not using the side skirts (just get extra foam strips). Fortunately, the sleeve system reduces installation difficulty (not having to hold it while getting the bits in place) and allows for both window and through-the-wall installation. Just make sure to wear gloves when moving the inner sled.

USE

Its a little counterintuitive, how a machine with big moving parts can use less energy than a tiny little heater. But thats how much power a glowing red coil uses. This unit really does take less power than a hair dryer. It also solves that annoying burn smell so common with electric heating. It also solved my moisture problems, eliminating the need for the space/cost/power of a separate dehumidifier. Just plan for condensate: winter heating in the humid PNW, it drips more than an AC in the summer. And of course, when summer hits, no second appliance needed just change modes!

I bought one for the office and liked it so much I bought a second for the house. With enough insulation in your windows/walls and combined with an air circulator (fan or air cleaner), it can handle multiple rooms. Heating my small kitchen, living, dining, hall, and two bedrooms with a single unit, it does need an hour or two head start in the morning, but thats what the timer is for.

POWER

This 120v model can easily operate on an empty circuit. It should not be on the same circuit as other heavy appliances. This model actually has 3 systems/modes, with 3 BTU ratings and 3 wattage levels:

Cool: 8000 BTU @ 815 watts

Heat Pump: 7000 BTU @ 780 watts

Heat Strip: 3500 BTU @ 1290 watts

The middle one is the point of this appliance. The heat strip is a kind of insurance, coming on automatically when the heat pump cannot (but using more power while giving you less heat). Such as when its to cold outside or the compressor was recently cycled. Like old fashioned resistance heaters, if the heat strip hasn't been operated in a while, it will make a burning smell. This is normal and should 'burn off'.

NOTES

Window ACs only have one power level, the BTU rating of the compressor. The compressor runs at a constant rate until a target temp is reached and then cycles off. Low/medium/high only effects the fan speed. The higher the fan speed, the more diffused the total cool/heat output will be and the less cool/hot the air coming out will feel. Higher fan speeds cool/heat better when the extra air flow better distributes the cool/heat generated by the compressor. If you need more cold/heat than medium provides, you need more BTU (a bigger unit), an air circulator, or both.

Air circulators (like the Air King 9214) are handy window AC companions. Placed nearby, they dramatically increase the reach of wall/window units and with AC and fan on low, are also quieter. Cold gets removed from the area near the AC, allowing it to run longer and cool more. Meanwhile, areas further away get colder sooner and stay cooler longer (replace cooler with warmer for winter operation).

Sleep mode does the opposite of the set mode, cooler in the winter and warmer in the summer. If you prefer sleeping cooler both seasons, just press sleep in morning when using cool mode.

Heat mode operates like cool mode when energy saver is on. Cycling off/on to check the room's temp.

This model does not have the loud beep found on other late model Frigidaires.

Most negative window AC reviews are because of shipping problems. Consider ordering "shipped to store", so you can inspect the box before accepting it and won't have to handle the return if there's an issue.

PDFS

Full specs: http://manuals.frigidaire.com/prodinfo_pdf/Edison/FRA08PZU1_0213_EN.pdf

...installation guide: http://manuals.frigidaire.com/prodinfo_pdf/Edison/2020217a2196.pdf

...and user manual: http://manuals.frigidaire.com/prodinfo_pdf/Edison/2020218a1104en.pdf

Honest reviews on Frigidaire FRA08PZU1 8,000 BTU Cool/3,500 BTU Heat Compact Window

Ordered when my repair guy was having trouble finding an AC/Heat unit to replace in conference room. Uses regular electrical outlet. Not only works great, but the heater also turns off and on to keep temp even. A energy saver on AC. Arrived promptly (used prime) and in good condition. Fit perfectly, easy install.

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We purchased this unit for our finished sun room so we could enjoy the room year round. The unit arrived quickly and was so easy to install. We have been using the heat for about a month now and it keeps the room perfect at the set temperature. We are very pleased with the appearance and quality of this unit and would highly recommend it for heating and cooling.

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