09-05-2023, 10:12 AM
Tom,
I still have my original basement air units. They are the later SCS ones. a Single and a dual unit were installed. I had to source a new control board for the double unit as it was cooked from high amperage draw. Once the new one was installed all was fine. I have several spares for both single and double units, but they are quite repairable. if you search here on newellgurus you will find lots of posts regarding keeping them running. There is nothing fancy about them, just regular AC units. If you need someone to service them because you cannot (or do not want to) service them yourself the tough part is convincing them they are "regular AC's" Once that is done, almost any HVAC person can work on them.
Many other owners have pulled them out and replaced them with, far more efficient, mini splits. Now that you can purchase ones that fit with existing ducts, this becomes a GREAT replacement option. Personally, I don't want roof units.
There are many threads, with lots f photos, that show various installs. If you decide to go that way, they will save many headaches and reduce the time to get it all working.
I still have my original basement air units. They are the later SCS ones. a Single and a dual unit were installed. I had to source a new control board for the double unit as it was cooked from high amperage draw. Once the new one was installed all was fine. I have several spares for both single and double units, but they are quite repairable. if you search here on newellgurus you will find lots of posts regarding keeping them running. There is nothing fancy about them, just regular AC units. If you need someone to service them because you cannot (or do not want to) service them yourself the tough part is convincing them they are "regular AC's" Once that is done, almost any HVAC person can work on them.
Many other owners have pulled them out and replaced them with, far more efficient, mini splits. Now that you can purchase ones that fit with existing ducts, this becomes a GREAT replacement option. Personally, I don't want roof units.
There are many threads, with lots f photos, that show various installs. If you decide to go that way, they will save many headaches and reduce the time to get it all working.
Be seeing you,
Rick Miller
#423
1996, 45'+, Non-slide, Series 60, ABS, 1.5 Bath, Reverse Floorplan