Replacement Air Conditoner With Thermostat

Question:

I’m looking to replace my aging duo therm with this unit and would also like to upgrade my thermostat as well to a digital one if possible. Also is the led light cover work with my ducted ac system?

asked by: Andrew E

Expert Reply:

Air Conditioners can be divided into two systems. The first is the rooftop unit that does all the work. The second is the inside air distribution which can be a simple air box or a ducted system. There will also be controls on the air box or you could have a thermostat system. These controls turn the roof top unit off and on based on control or thermostat settings.

The Furrion # FR42PV that you referred to is a rooftop only unit. This particular unit will directly replace a Dometic/DouTherm unit. The rooftop units are rated for cooling with BTU's ranging from 13,500 to 15,000. The higher the BTU number the greater the cooling power - but also the greater the energy needed to work. Most users replace old units with like rated BTUs.

I think the best choice for you is the Furrion # FR55PV, complete system with 15,000 BTUs of cooling power and will work with ducted systems. This will replace your rooftop A/C and include a new ceiling air box with controls and a new digital thermostat. Also includes a start capacitor which is important when using a generator, or limited shore power.

expert reply by: Les D