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Air Conditioner Quick Reference Table

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Air Command Heron 2.2*

The Heron 2.2 is a compact split system air conditioner, which suits caravans and pop-tops up to 17’6”.

The air handler outlet has an attractive white fascia panel with easy to use controls that fits into an overhead Cupboard. The low profile compressor is usually installed at floor level under a seat box, bed or cupboard assembly.

When looking at the installation of a heron 2.2 the following issues should be considered:

• Cabinet work required to sympathetically accommodate the air handler and compressor.
• Additional clearance space required behind and below the air handler.
• Method of disguising piping between the air handler and the compressor.
• The need for a refrigerant plumber to commission and certify the unit.
• Requirement to mount the compressor on the off side of caravan to avoid return air within the annexe (if applicable).
• The need for a 240 Volt outlet near the compressor.

*Heron 2.2 is Australian designed and manufactured.
Hardings say: “A neat, internal unit suiting small to medium caravans”.

Heron 2.2 specifications: http://aircommand.com.au/heronspk.asp

Air Command Heron 3.0*

The Heron 3.0 is a compact split system air conditioner, which suits caravans and pop-tops up to 23’.

The air handler has an attractive white fascia panel that fits into an overhead Cupboard and a separate compressor that is installed at floor level.

When looking at the installation of a heron 3.0 the following issues should be considered:

• Cabinet work required to accommodate air handler and compressor.
• Clearance space required behind and below the air handler.
• Method of disguising piping between the air handler and the compressor.
• The need for a refrigerant plumber to commission and certify the unit.
• Requirement to mount the compressor on the off side of caravan to avoid return air within the annexe (if applicable).
• The size of the compressor often makes it difficult to install the heron 3.3 “after market”.
• The need for a 240 Volt outlet near the compressor.

*Heron 3.0 is Australian designed and manufactured.

Hardings say: “The most powerful split system unit that suits larger vans ”.

Heron 3.0 specifications: http://aircommand.com.au/heronspk.asp

Dometic Climaster

The Climaster Air conditioner is a compact reverse cycle unit suiting caravans and pop-tops up to approximately 16’6”.
The compressor unit is mounted at floor level under a bed or cupboard and three pipe connections allow outlets to be installed precisely where you want the cold or hot air.

When looking at the installation of a Climaster the following issues should be kept in mind:

• Adequate space inside cupboard/bed to accommodate compressor. (See diagram below)
• Method of disguising piping between outlets and compressor.
• Requirement to mount the compressor on the off side of caravan to avoid return air within your annexe (if applicable).
• The need for a 240 Volt outlet near the compressor.
• The need to run ducting in a manner that minimises impact on storage spaces.

Hardings say: “A unique concept in the air conditioning market with outlets fitted in your preferred location”.

Key Specifications
Voltage (V)	240V
Cooling Capacity (kw)	2.2
Heating Capacity (kw)	1.9
Weight	32 Kg

Heron 3.0 specifications: http://aircommand.com.au/herospk.asp

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