Anyone fancy installing 2 AC units in Bedford?

[roybad]

I'm not an AC engineer - into IT myself..
Anyway, I bought two AC units from airconditioningcentre.com on the basis that their "recommended" installer would do the install...
4 weeks later he comes, decides he doesn't want to do a 1st floor bedroom install (even though we agreed) - heck, he didn't even have ladders long enough.. and he leaves without any further discussion.
I'd love to name and shame him, but doubt it's in the rules of this forum.

So, anyone fancy fitting two 18k btu split air conditioners? one downstairs, one upstairs? .. just the drilling, laying pipes, sorting out the vac (although it's a DIY unit).

cheers
Roy

[stevo]

I'm not an AC engineer - into IT myself..
Anyway, I bought two AC units from airconditioningcentre.com on the basis that their "recommended" installer would do the install...
4 weeks later he comes, decides he doesn't want to do a 1st floor bedroom install (even though we agreed) - heck, he didn't even have ladders long enough.. and he leaves without any further discussion.
I'd love to name and shame him, but doubt it's in the rules of this forum.

So, anyone fancy fitting two 18k btu split air conditioners? one downstairs, one upstairs? .. just the drilling, laying pipes, sorting out the vac (although it's a DIY unit).

cheers
Roy

Hi Roy, What units are they? do you have the power sorted?





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[roybad]

Hi Stevo

They are the Space KFR -51GW/L - they're the same units as the Fairland ones.

I'm going to sort out the power as they are both 13A units (drawing 8A peak so I was told) and I was going to put them both on the upstairs ring mains which is quiet and possibly install a new circuit for them if needed.

Cheers
Roy

[stevo]

Hi Stevo

They are the Space KFR -51GW/L - they're the same units as the Fairland ones.

I'm going to sort out the power as they are both 13A units (drawing 8A peak so I was told) and I was going to put them both on the upstairs ring mains which is quiet and possibly install a new circuit for them if needed.

Cheers
Roy

Had a quick look! is this the model ?http://www.kjglobal.co.uk/acatalog/Air_con.html
I doubt if a 13 amp supply is adequate ! I would recommend you check the required power supply first.

[roybad]

Yep, thats the one.
I take the point about power, and probably will run the required circuit as I'm qualified to do electrics... (although as there is no load on the upstairs ring, it will suffice)

[mick2me]

Hi Stevo

They are the Space KFR -51GW/L - they're the same units as the Fairland ones.

I'm going to sort out the power as they are both 13A units (drawing 8A peak so I was told) and I was going to put them both on the upstairs ring mains which is quiet and possibly install a new circuit for them if needed.

Cheers
Roy

Roy

No! you need a local isolator for safety (20 amp Disconnector switch) next to outside unit.

20amp MCB in your board for each system, feed to disconnector, (2.5mm), then to your outside unit.

Then if its like my Daikin, three core and earth between outside and inside units. 1.5mm unless your run is over 10 metres when 2.5mm is best to avoid voltage drop.

You can use armoured cable, or PVC if protected agains physical damage and UV damage from the sun.

They are advertised as will run off a 13amp plug, they will but, not recommended.

Cheers
Mick

[roybad]

Thanks for the info Mick. OK - I'll definately do as you say and isolate them properly!!

Thanks so much for the help !!!

[mick2me]

Thanks for the info Mick. OK - I'll definately do as you say and isolate them properly!!

Thanks so much for the help !!!

PM me if you get any problems

[bebad]

Crikey! "DIY it-don't try it", looks like everyone's an AC hero, and we (not me personally) guys of the Ref & AC encourage it.

[mick2me]

Crikey! "DIY it-don't try it", looks like everyone's an AC hero, and we (not me personally) guys of the Ref & AC encourage it.

Better than a DIYer doing unsafe work I think.

DIYers wil Diy, I would rather that they do it safely.

But I would allways recommend they seek specialist advice on Both Fridge and electrical side. My experience is that expert help is not always forthcoming.

Also, Electricians are not fridge engineers, (and vice versa)

[bebad]

exactly. its good to see that someone asks thou

[bebad]

Also good to see the sense coming from Notts

[chemi-cool]

Whoever doe's the job in Bedford, I've got two splits to install in Tel-Aviv.

Anyone interested?


Chemi

[Andy]

Whoever doe's the job in Bedford, I've got two splits to install in Tel-Aviv.

Anyone interested?


Chemi

You could probably get someone from the North of Ireland to do it,, were used to it

Chemi take care and stay safe.

Kind Regards Andy

[frank]

My experience is that expert help is not always forthcoming.

Com'n Mick - I'm sure that you've received nothing but expert help here

[frank]

Whoever doe's the job in Bedford, I've got two splits to install in Tel-Aviv.

Anyone interested?


Chemi

Hi Chemi - been there, nearly done it Do I get the T shirt

[mick2me]

Com'n Mick - I'm sure that you've received nothing but expert help here

Sorry Frank, Probably badly worded, Advice here has been excellent. I meant physical help.

I am doing a bit of research on this subject myself.
Feedback I am getting from private buyers is Engineers refusing to do the work, or failing to attend as arranged.

I had a kind offer from a member here to connect test and vac for me, but unfortunately they are too far away.

I have other projects on as well, so not in a rush (despite the heat).

[rbartlett]

Whoever doe's the job in Bedford, I've got two splits to install in Tel-Aviv.

Anyone interested?


Chemi

Chemi

I'll do it (but not the Bedford job)

Cheers

Richard

[frank]

Sorry Frank, Probably badly worded, Advice here has been excellent. I meant physical help.

I am doing a bit of research on this subject myself.
Feedback I am getting from private buyers is Engineers refusing to do the work, or failing to attend as arranged.

I had a kind offer from a member here to connect test and vac for me, but unfortunately they are too far away.

I have other projects on as well, so not in a rush (despite the heat).

Give me a shout when you're ready Mick and I'll pop across to you

[Andy W]

I had 2 requests yesterday from people buying equipment and wanting it installing, the only problem is they think that they can get them installed for £50. Some one also told me yesterday that Focus DIY are now selling Fujitsu 9000 btu splits.

[Andy W]

Also, Electricians are not fridge engineers, (and vice versa)

There are a lot of us who are electrically qualified to the 16th edition regs, inspection & testing and PAT testing.

[mick2me]

There are a lot of us who are electrically qualified to the 16th edition regs, inspection & testing and PAT testing.

Thats good to know Andy.

I did not mean to tar all with the same brush

The customer would be right to question either trade about their relevant qualifications, as per you would with a 'Corgi' installer.

[R Sahdev]

Call We will help you

[frank]

Last edited by Argus; 01-07-2009 at 06:32 PM.. Reason: Phone number removed - This is a 3 year old post!

Whew.....thank goodness for that. The system I installed for Mick2me must be out of warranty by now...he he