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???
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???
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.
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.
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?
jack89: I had a GE 5200 BTU air conditioner and it sucked. That's just normal operation - it's how the A/C gets the room air in so it can cool it. They all also blow - that's how they get the cool air back into the room. Now if you get one that whizzes....
Rod said: jack89: I had a GE 5200 BTU air conditioner and it sucked. That's just normal operation - it's how the A/C gets the room air in so it can cool it. They all also blow - that's how they get the cool air back into the room. Now if you get one that whizzes....
snoop dogg's AC whizzle fo shizzle.
blair222
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Jul. 20, 2006 @ 12:23p
thanks op! and everyone who posted details, Im in for one, very helpful.
I just installed a unit in my " Slide Across " window....I fitted and cut a piece of plywood as a temp fix....I will get a 1/4 " piece of plexiglass to fit later...That way i will have the light from the window. Just make sure your slide across has enough room across..Some windows only open 19 or 20 inchs across and some Window A/C s require 22 or 23 onches..
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.
Gl4di4tor
New Member
posted: Jul. 20, 2006 @ 9:53p
N 4 1. THANKS OP.
etcc
Member
posted: Jul. 22, 2006 @ 4:45p
anyone know how GE5150 compares to the one sold @ Home depot, i think Goldstar 5000btu? i wonder which one's more energy saving...thanks.
Most of the units that are 5000 to 5200 btus are rated 9.7. Its not till u get up to the bigger units that u see the EER rating above 10. I saw the the Goldstar unit before i purchased both the Sears and ge units. The Gold star unit is the same as the Sears Kenmore. I ran both these units for 2 weeks for 24 hours a day. Wwhen I got my electric bill there wasnt much difference from the previous bill. The thermostat setting ranges are from 1-10. I ran these units on low and on the third lowest setting.
win93 said: will this work on a slide across window? most of the units are made for the top down windows.
You can get this and install into a sliding window. Then buy a sheet of 1/2 inch plywood or Plexiglass to fill in the opening that is left over. Also buy some foam strips to insulate the gaps or caulk it. Install a locking rail latch or put a screw to lock the slider in place. Then paint the plywood if you want.
nomorenow
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 22, 2006 @ 7:37p
today in Oakland, CA is 94°F Feels Like 93°F
all Bay Area CC stores is OOS.
tenchim
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 22, 2006 @ 9:06p
zacksmith said: ETCC Most of the units that are 5000 to 5200 btus are rated 9.7. Its not till u get up to the bigger units that u see the EER rating above 10. There is a Frigidaire 5200BTU Model FAA055P7* that is 11.0 EER. You pay more for the efficiency, but some states have rebates on Energy Star appliances to bring the cost down a bit. Got mine for $120 - $20 rebate in June (New Jersey).
Oh, and it has a remote and digital controls unlike the GE/Goldstars mentioned. Definitely a plus since it only turns on the compressor and the fan when it needs to.
richps1961 said: I just installed a unit in my " Slide Across " window....I fitted and cut a piece of plywood as a temp fix....I will get a 1/4 " piece of plexiglass to fit later...That way i will have the light from the window. Just make sure your slide across has enough room across..Some windows only open 19 or 20 inchs across and some Window A/C s require 22 or 23 onches..
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.
yes for the love of god, please use plexi or similar clear material instead of plywood to fill the gap...just bc we are cheap we dont need to look ghetto!
Radford
Senior Member - 5K
posted: Jul. 24, 2006 @ 5:51a
zacksmith said: ETCC
Most of the units that are 5000 to 5200 btus are rated 9.7. Its not till u get up to the bigger units that u see the EER rating above 10. I saw the the Goldstar unit before i purchased both the Sears and ge units. The Gold star unit is the same as the Sears Kenmore. I ran both these units for 2 weeks for 24 hours a day. Wwhen I got my electric bill there wasnt much difference from the previous bill. The thermostat setting ranges are from 1-10. I ran these units on low and on the third lowest setting.
I bought the Kenmore 5150 at Sears. I had a Hampton bay that Im sure is a goldstar or LG whatever unit. The Kenmore seems quieter. The older Hampton Bay had a buzzing sound like something vibrating , the compressor or something. This has a motor sound but nothing really stands out buzzing, over the rush of the air and hum of the motor.
One thing I remember it working really well --- the small Hampton Bay. However recently theres been a heat wave really humid and my old unit didnt seem to be working at all. The new one ---- well initially it felt only slightly better. Im not sure under what conditions these do poorly. I have it in A small room where my PCs etc are. When the temp outside is relatively cool it works well, DUH? When the temp goes up and humidity is high --- it seems to work very poorly. Maybe such a small unit has a hard time when the humidity is high? I dont know. Not sure if it would help but maybe a slightly more powerful unit would have been better. I was thinking of a 6000+ btu at Wal Mart for $129 instead but since I got this one for $69 Im not complaining. If I had paid $90-100 then I would seriously think of taking it back for the $129 model.
joebrea83
Member
posted: Jul. 24, 2006 @ 8:41p
SUCKISSTAPLES said: richps1961 said: I just installed a unit in my " Slide Across " window....I fitted and cut a piece of plywood as a temp fix....I will get a 1/4 " piece of plexiglass to fit later...That way i will have the light from the window. Just make sure your slide across has enough room across..Some windows only open 19 or 20 inchs across and some Window A/C s require 22 or 23 onches..
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.
yes for the love of god, please use plexi or similar clear material instead of plywood to fill the gap...just bc we are cheap we dont need to look ghetto!
Is filling the gaps really necessary? can't we just mount it on the sill and let it run with the top half of the window exposed? Is doing this a bad idea?
Of course you HAVE to fill in th gap at the top...You don't want any gaps or leaks around the unit..Thats why they usually give you foam rubber sealer to fill in gaps.. Just as you don't want " cold air leaks " in the winter time you don't want " hot air leaks " in the summer time..
joebrea83 said: SUCKISSTAPLES said: richps1961 said: I just installed a unit in my " Slide Across " window....I fitted and cut a piece of plywood as a temp fix....I will get a 1/4 " piece of plexiglass to fit later...That way i will have the light from the window. Just make sure your slide across has enough room across..Some windows only open 19 or 20 inchs across and some Window A/C s require 22 or 23 onches..
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.
yes for the love of god, please use plexi or similar clear material instead of plywood to fill the gap...just bc we are cheap we dont need to look ghetto!
Is filling the gaps really necessary? can't we just mount it on the sill and let it run with the top half of the window exposed? Is doing this a bad idea?
Actually if the window is facing the sun all day you're much better off with plywood. I actually bought some paint and had it tinted to match my blinds. From outside u cant tell the difference especially if there is a tree or bush there. Also, u cant use a saw on plexiglass and it can crack easily when cutting. With plywood u can really go to town on it with a jigsaw.
Tip for cutting plexiglass with table saw..Use masking tape on both sides of sheet, on your cut line, before cutting. Also use fine tooth blade..NO 40 tooth.
zacksmith said: Actually if the window is facing the sun all day you're much better off with plywood. I actually bought some paint and had it tinted to match my blinds. From outside u cant tell the difference especially if there is a tree or bush there. Also, u cant use a saw on plexiglass and it can crack easily when cutting. With plywood u can really go to town on it with a jigsaw.
blair222
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Aug. 27, 2006 @ 9:31p
this is so small and light, we took it camping, ( in a large tent) It worked amazingly well! (we camp with RV'ers) so we get to use the electricity.
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