Message edited by: nomansland on 2006-07-19 17:27:28 CDT
thekid72
Broke Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 12:06p
Very good deal for those who can't find one locally due to this summer's heat wave.
Not special for those who still can pick up one locally.
Ps, I get a chuckle out of the customer reviews at CC's web site. Don't these people grasp what this size A/C can and can't do??? Duh!
gimp
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 12:49p
Anyone know how well this unit works? I think I recall consumer reports giving favorable reviews to some GE units, with a Kenmore unit winning for this size category.
fructose
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 1:05p
gimp said:Anyone know how well this unit works? I think I recall consumer reports giving favorable reviews to some GE units, with a Kenmore unit winning for this size category.
gimp said:Anyone know how well this unit works? I think I recall consumer reports giving favorable reviews to some GE units, with a Kenmore unit winning for this size category.
Honestly, it's a low-end A/C - but that's not bad. I snagged a skid of them last year at final clearance and sold them this summer... worked with one to see what I was dealing with.
Pros - airflow is upward, which is a positive for bedroom use. It is very quiet and lightweight. Cost is very low. Size is small - fits in windows that the bulk of units might not.
Cons - it's a basic unit without any frills. COntrols are just a rocker switch for the 2 speed fan/blower, power on/off and the rotary thermostat has an off position at full CCW for fan only. No vent. Basically a cheap made in China special.
IMHO I'd take this over other bottom rung units at WalMart and the like. It's cheap, it works, it cools a small bedroom or den with the door closed - or helps in that room that just heeds a little more cooling. Price wise, Sam's Club has been selling this like mad at $84, so the $80 CC price is a good one if you want one now. If you just want to pick up a unit as a spare/not really needing it NOW, I'd wait for the true end of season clearances and get a nicer or slightly larger model for the same money.
PS, hadji, what did I do to you??? You seem to have a red marker with my name on it.
swapn
Happy Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 1:49p
Sorry guys , I don't knw much about these stuff , but will these have to be put in a window so the vent or a pipe goes out or some thing???
thekid72
Broke Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 1:54p
swapn said:Sorry guys , I don't knw much about these stuff , but will these have to be put in a window so the vent or a pipe goes out or some thing???
The entire unit goes in the window.
win93
Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 1:56p
will this work on a slide across window? most of the units are made for the top down windows.
thekid72
Broke Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 2:00p
win93 said:will this work on a slide across window? most of the units are made for the top down windows.
No. You need a casement unit for that... plan on big bucks.
win93
Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 2:12p
Thanks for your reply. From your reply sounded like it will be cheaper to replace the window
hud500
Addicted Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 2:14p
What's a "mechanical" A/C?
MBZ32190
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 2:22p
hud500 said:What's a "mechanical" A/C?
I guess it means that it just doesn't have any digital buttons or anything like that
skinnyfisherman
Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 2:23p
thekid72 said:win93 said:will this work on a slide across window? most of the units are made for the top down windows.
No. You need a casement unit for that... plan on big bucks.
I just installed one in a slide across window this past weekend. You'll just need to cut a piece of plywood to fill the voids and mount it to that.
neverbuyretail
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 2:27p
Thanks, OP! I was looking for a small A/C that could run on my generator (it being hurricane season and all). Plus got some other things I needed like the 512MB Ram and other rebate deals. I got price up little over $199 so took advantage of 10% off CC coupon + 2% (FatCash). After all rebates, I would will receive $250.94 (not incl. tax) worth of products for only $135.65 (incl. tax)
gimp said:Anyone know how well this unit works? I think I recall consumer reports giving favorable reviews to some GE units, with a Kenmore unit winning for this size category.
I had a GE 5200 BTU air conditioner and it sucked.
zacksmith
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 3:15p
HI All
I purchased this unit at Circuit City about 3 weeks ago. It really keeps my bedroom cold. Keep in mind this is a 5200 btu unit and will only work in a small room efficiently. My bedroom is only 10 x 10. The unit isnt very well made though. Eventhough it was rated the number one by consumer reports. The louvre system is very cheapo. It will only move left to right. No up and down. But, that how all small air conditioning units work. Contrary to what consumer reports will have u believe this is a noisey unit. Its can be quite startling when the compressor kicks on or off.
By the way, this air conditioner is made by LG Electronics. This same unit is distributed by other manufacturers but with slightly different face plates and buttons. The week after I purchased this unit I went to Sears and purchased their Sears/Kenmore version for 69.99. Its model 74054. Last years model. This years model was 90.00. I like the Sears model because the color actually matches my blinds. The GE model is a funky lookin taupe. However the vent on the Sears kinda rattles.
These consumer magazines are supposed to be experts. I find it ironic that they rated the same units differently eventhough with a lil closer inspection anyone can see they are the same units. I checked the part numbers on my units with different brands and they match. This unit is manufactured under the Goldstar label too but it place down in the middle of the pack. (The Sears model though was rated right behind the GE.)
Another thing i found out is that for some reason the models with electronic controls and timers arent as cold as the ones with manual controls. I returned a Frigidaire, a Fedders and Sears kenmore because they couldnt come close to the units with manual controls.
The Ge and Sears Kenmore units have a spacers on the bottom of their units that are like hooks. If U have Aluminum sliding windows u can kinda hook these to the aluminum frame to keep the unit from falling out. Then cutting a piece of plywood out to fit the air conditioner through. Thats what i did.
Sorry for the ramble
fructose
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 3:40p
zacksmith said:HI All But, that how all small air conditioning units work. Contrary to what consumer reports will have u believe this is a noisey unit. Its can be quite startling when the compressor kicks on or off.
saw a panasonic ac at costco, plugged it in and couldn't believe my ears.
i only wish i had picked one up. while debating to get the panasonic for $100 or the daewoo for $50 after instant savings (paid for by socal edison) i missed out on both deals.
nomansland
Broke Member
posted: Jul. 19, 2006 @ 5:29p
skinnyfisherman said:thekid72 said:win93 said:will this work on a slide across window? most of the units are made for the top down windows.
No. You need a casement unit for that... plan on big bucks.
I just installed one in a slide across window this past weekend. You'll just need to cut a piece of plywood to fill the voids and mount it to that. Can you post a pic?
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