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Originally Posted by villagetinker
Has anyone successfully completed a DIY mini split for a lanai. I am specifically interested in any potential pitfalls with building department inspections and permits.
I am looking at the Mr. Cool system specifically designed for DIY installation.
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I've installed one.
I ended up buying a tubular torque wrench to get the nut fittings torqued properly.
I also bought a 90mm SDS plus shank drill bit to get through the block to run the lines. It was a $22 Amazon special, worked just fine but took a while.
Figure out a way to have whatever is left of your coiled up lineset lines laying flat since you can't trim them. Do trim the electrical wire from the condenser to the evaporator but they come with premade connectors.
There needs to be a disconnect at the unit. There should be a liquid tight flexible connection from the disconnect to the condenser.
Plan on buying a ductless line cover kit to neaten up the install.
I bought an outdoor wall mounting kit to mount to the block. If you go that route, do read the reviews, many of them are flimsy. I bought a very stout one.