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Coolmaster 10,000BTU 2.9kw Portable Air Conditioner $299 @ Masters

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Coolmaster 10,000BTU 2.9kw Portable Air Conditioner $299 @ Masters
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EmployeeHunterOfBargains20 on 11/01/2016 - 17:51 masters.com.au (1182 clicks)
Last edited 11/01/2016 - 20:37

Pretty good when you compare it to this one at Bunnings that has almost the exact same specs for $399

3 cooling modes: Cool, fan and dry
Most effective in hot & humid climates
Timer and sleep modes
Auto start up and shut down
Refrigerant type: R410A
Airflow: 300 m3/hr
Window Kit Included
Suitable for a small room

Because the cool air is recirculated, windows or doors need to be closed otherwise the cool air escapes. Portable refrigerated air conditioners require a window kit that connects to outside, so the unit can expel the hot air outside

UPDATE: doesn't work with 10% off because it is an appliance, still great value at $299

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  • Gavman on 11/01/2016 - 17:58

    These are only effective if u have a really good vent setup. Even the hose tends to heat up with all the warm air it expels that counters its performance. It will cool a very small bedroom.

    • EmployeeHunterOfBargains20 @ Masters Home Improvement on 11/01/2016 - 18:01
      +1

      Hi Gavman, maybe the ones you have used before didn't have a window kit, the window kit allows the hot air to be expelled outside so performance won't be affected by the hot air

      • King Tightarse on 11/01/2016 - 18:14
        +8

        He's right.
        The actual exhaust hose is usually thin plastic and radiates heat back into the room whist the inside of the tube is at work expelling the hot air to the window vent. An ugly but effective solution is to wrap it in thick tin foil. Some people replace the whole duct with a pre-made aluminum one. They make them for kitchen range hoods etc.

        • bb_hunter on 12/01/2016 - 11:03

          I wrapped the hose in bubble wrap and it seems to keep most of heat in the hose. But it is too noisy to use at night

        • King Tightarse on 12/01/2016 - 11:05

          @bb_hunter:
          Are you talking about this unit?
          Also not sure about bubble wrap. It may well off-gas plastic fumes. Thoses hoses can get pretty hot.

        • bb_hunter on 12/01/2016 - 11:06
          +1

          @King Tightarse: no, other brand and so far so good can't smell any fumes as I don't use it very often

      • Gavman on 11/01/2016 - 19:08

        vent really well setup I meant with a window kit done. As people have mentioned the plastic hose heats up and counters the coolness. Regardless without the discount this isn't much of a bargain really.

    • tessel on 11/01/2016 - 18:19

      Definitely agree they work best for small rooms. However, even in a large room it can make a huge difference. We wheeled one we had from the computer room into our bedroom and it made sleeping at night much better. Yes, there was noise but I'd rather that than waking up covered in sweat.

  • Hirolol on 11/01/2016 - 18:08

    Whats 10,000 btu mean?

    • King Tightarse on 11/01/2016 - 18:10
      +5

      British Thermal Units.
      More is gooder.

      • Zachary on 11/01/2016 - 19:57

        I thought more kW is better?

        unless that goes up along with it anyways?

        • Gmetal on 11/01/2016 - 23:35
          +1

          They actually mean BTU per hour, 10k BTU does not make sense, that is a unit of energy not of power.
          10k BTU/h is just another way of saying 2.93kW, they are equivalent measures of power, and yes more is better.

  • chadiwrx on 11/01/2016 - 18:09

    I get this when I apply the code HARDWARE

    We're sorry but we were unable to validate your promotional code.
    Please check that the code you are trying to use is entered correctly and has been activated or is still active.

    If there is still an issue, please contact our customer support team on 1300 337 707.

  • King Tightarse on 11/01/2016 - 18:10

    Nice, waiting for Bunnings price beat.

  • iratepirate on 11/01/2016 - 18:16

    Discount code "Excludes appliances"

    • EmployeeHunterOfBargains20 @ Masters Home Improvement on 11/01/2016 - 18:24

      sorry you are right, i've updated it

      • King Tightarse on 11/01/2016 - 18:29
        -1

        No offence HOB, but that's technically normal retail isn't it?
        May not qualify as there is no bargain.

  • CyberMurning on 11/01/2016 - 18:24

    What people suggest in installation of that window kit if the room doesn't have hole already? I don't want to make hole or slide the hose through window?

    • drmac on 11/01/2016 - 18:34

      The window kit has a sliding/expanding panel that the hose connects to - which is intended to fit in a partially opened sliding window (either vertically or horizontally). These don't work well with wind out windows though, unless you rig something up yourself to keep it all sealed (can be done with lots of cardboard and tape - but it cumbersome and not as effective).

      The other thing we do is use the central heating floor vents. In ours at least we were able to drop the heating vent unit out (just a couple of nails keeping it in place), leaving just a hole in the floor. I then cut a piece of wood the exact size of the vent hole and cut another matching shape out to connect the hose to. I then screwed a couple of pieces of wood to act as braces and it now vents directly through the floor.

      This is only usable if you have suitable ventilation under the floor otherwise the heat will build up and effectively heat up the room anyway.

    • outlander on 11/01/2016 - 20:54
      +1

      Piece of mdf. You can pick up a huge piece from bunnings for 5 or 10 bucks. Trace the duck onto the mdf and cut it out. Fit it in the window frame like a fly wire.

  • drmac on 11/01/2016 - 18:25
    +2

    Got this exact model a few weeks ago on an old expired coupon and am surprised with how well it works. It is easily better than our similar rated Kogan unit (I shouldn't be surprised).
    As long as the hose isn't too long and you use it with sliding windows, it works very well.

    It's not going to replace a fully installed split system, but as a temporary solution, it works well.

    Eg, on the 43 degree day in Melbourne a couple of weeks ago, it got a master bedroom, large walk through robe area/room and ensuite down to 22 degrees - in a not very well insulated weatherboard house.

    This unit requires drainage (or a bucket).

    About the cheapest price I could find as well - in the middle of summer at least.

  • Zachary on 11/01/2016 - 18:35

    So is this better than those water coolers, you know the ones that use water or cool icy water that feeds through the intake filter?

    My bedroom gets to ~30 degrees Celsius(even with our duct air-con running in the house) whenever I have my tower turned on, it's like a heater! Will this fix it and bring it down to a more comfortable temperature?

    And what's this window kit you guys are on about? How much do they cost to buy and where to get one - do I even need one? I searched for window kit on that Masters website and found nothing….

    • sund00bie on 11/01/2016 - 19:30

      Ummm. In the description it states "Window Kit Included" :D

      • Zachary on 11/01/2016 - 19:49
        +1

        Oh it does too! I must have missed that!

        http://www.harveynorman.com.au/air-conditioning-buying-guide

        Evaporative cooler: Air is cooled through the evaporation of water, which maintains healthy air moisture and offers an energy efficient alternative to conventional air conditioners.Evaproative coolers are suited to drier areas, normal away from the coast.

        Oh so that's what I've been using.

        • mmd on 11/01/2016 - 22:00
          +1

          Is this better than the water cooler?
          It is a proper aircon, so yes much better than an evaporactive especially on humid days.
          The window kit is the exhaust to expell the hot air that the machine generates.
          Bear in mind, it most liely will waste more electricity than your evaporative cooler.

        • Zachary on 12/01/2016 - 01:12

          @mmd: Cool, sounds just like what I need, was gonna save up for a mount-on-wall one(very expensive, yes I know - especially the proper installation and configuration of it), but this might actually do instead.

        • mmd on 12/01/2016 - 02:02

          @Zachary:
          Wall mount is better since it wont take up space on the floor and there is a dedicated exhaust (no one can break through your window). There is also an element of soundproofing too if you know what i mean :P
          The disadvantages are that it isnt portable as in cant move it from room to room, and you won't be able to take it with you when you sell/ move out.

        • Zachary on 12/01/2016 - 02:51

          @mmd: Oh yeah true, my bedroom is fairly small: measures about ~3mx3.5m(I just did the measurements just then! hahaha) and my floor space is already cluttered with boxes and other stuff. Where am I even gonna put this thing if I get it? hahaha …maybe I should save up for that wall mount one instead….. and probably have it over the entrance/exit door to my room or something if it fits there.

          But at least it adds value to the house, doesn't it? -if in future it gets sold?

        • mmd on 12/01/2016 - 03:05

          @Zachary:
          Possibly if u gold plated it. :)
          Most of them will have to be installed on the wall that faces outside (same wall as your window), so that the external part can exhaust the hot air, and also for the water to drain out. I dont know whether the external part can be installed on the roof (above your door) since the exhauat water can't travel up? You'll have to ask the installer
          The portable ones have a water drain too, that you have to empty ur self.

        • Zachary on 12/01/2016 - 03:44

          @mmd: Oh so then it'd be right above the window side of my room, if it fits there. Well just thought it would look neater if installed right above the door instead of somewhere else. Couldn't they have a pipe that just runs down and outside which connects to the external part?

        • mmd on 13/01/2016 - 00:19

          @Zachary:
          The cheapest/easiest way is on the wall which faces outside. Any other way will need stilts to support the exhaust on the roof (also to stop the exhaist blowing away) and/or plumbing which are going to be an additional cost. Most internal walls are also single brick so installation might be harder (how are they going to connect the air con to the exhaust? Best to ask the installer the cost, as at this point I'm not an expert lol

        • Zachary on 13/01/2016 - 16:44

          @mmd: Haha, alright cheers - I'll find those details out when I've save enough for one(the unit at least).

    • blerk on 11/01/2016 - 21:49
      +1

      Yes, refrigerated ones like these (that remove water from the air) will do a more effective job than evaporative ones (where you have to add water to them yourself).

  • D1977 on 11/01/2016 - 18:54
    +4

    I need one with 12,000 BTUs, like this one :-)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJLvqdum6-E

  • 10101010101 on 11/01/2016 - 19:22

    Are there any non ghetto solutions for wind out windows?

    • King Tightarse on 11/01/2016 - 19:30
      +1

      Only ghetto sorry.
      Even in the manual for the one i have actually suggests getting cardboard and cutting it to shape + thick tape in the case of wind out windows. You could get all creative and make something more permanent to fit you exact window shape with plywood and foam tape.

  • nukem on 11/01/2016 - 19:42

    i picked up an AKAI 12000BTU for $299 from dick smith just before xmas, they also had the same brand 10,000BTU for $200, so far its been great for my small room)

  • PotPlant on 11/01/2016 - 20:57

    Don't forget Cash Rewards 7.5% discount on Masters gift cards….I think that is still running?

  • DU99 on 11/01/2016 - 20:58

    Two year warranty,made by seeley.i have awning type window,got a piece ply cut to suit.

  • roseyhead on 11/01/2016 - 22:13

    How long is the hose? My apartment has wind out windows in the main room but a slide window in my kitchen and bedroom. Maybe I could stick it down the other end of my (small) apartment and kinda point it at me? Would that work?

  • HugoHugo on 11/01/2016 - 23:13
    +1

    Just bought it this afternoon. It's surprisingly effective for our bedroom. I was about spend $1500 on getting a reverse cycle unit installed but this looks like it's working well enough so far.

    • Nutrino on 27/01/2016 - 17:26

      Hi hugohugo, my friend bought this same model, it was the last one. Just a few question. Does it come with a remote?. How to you set the timer sleep mode?. Are you able to send me a copy of the manual (email)?. PM me. Thanks

  • bargaino on 11/01/2016 - 23:29
    +1

    Does this have an inlet hose from the window?
    If only an outlet hose, it will be sucking hot air into the room from outside.

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