Advent Air Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Dometic Setup - Start Capacitor - 13,500 Btu - Black
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Price: $636.98
Advent Air Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Dometic Setup - Start Capacitor - 13,500 Btu - Black
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Advent Air RV Air Conditioners
- AC Unit Only
- Dometic
- 13500 Btu
- Ducted
- Ductless
- Black
- Cool Only
- Advent Air
- With Start Capacitor
This AC unit replaces the Dometic air conditioner on your RV or camper. AC plugs directly into your Dometic setup to work with your existing air distribution box. Start capacitor jumpstarts AC when camp power or generator power isn't enough.
Features:
- Air conditioner replaces your Dometic rooftop AC to quickly and efficiently cool the interior of your RV or camper
- Plugs directly into your Dometic setup to work with your existing air distribution box and thermostat
- Compatible with a ductless or ducted system
- 6-Blade fan with motor provides sufficient airflow
- Start capacitor jumpstarts the AC when a campsite or generator doesn't provide enough power
- Stores energy that will later be used for the next startup
- Thick, collapsible gasket with 6 foam pads provide support between RV roof and air conditioner
- Gasket seals the opening to prevent water seepage and air leaks
- Foam pads help reduce noise
- Black, hard plastic cover protects internal components from water and debris
- Can easily be removed for maintenance and cleaning
- Bolt-on installation
- Includes wiring harness - mounting hardware not included
- UL and cUL certified
Specs:
- Application: Motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels
- Not approved for school buses, food trucks, enclosed/utility trailers, or off-roading vehicles
- Fits: roofs 2-1/2" to 5" thick
- Opening size: 14-1/4" long x 14-1/4" wide
- Air conditioner power draw (while running): 15 amps
- Compressor power draw (while running): 9.9 amps
- Fan motor power draw (while running): 2.6 amps
- Cooling capacity: 13,500 Btu per hour
- Electrical rating: 115V, 60Hz
- Air flow: 500 cubic feet/minute
- Overall dimensions:
- Air conditioner: 31-3/16" long x 24-7/8" wide x 12-13/16" tall
- Start capacitor: 2-1/8" long x 3-5/8" deep x 6-5/16" tall
- Refrigerant: R410a, 16.9 oz
- Wire gauge: 12 AWG
- Air conditioner weight: 68 lbs
- 1-Year warranty
This AC unit from Advent Air is designed to replace the old or broken Dometic air conditioner on your RV or camper. It plugs directly into your Dometic setup and works seamlessly with your existing, in-good-working-order Dometic air distribution box and thermostat. This eliminates the need of an adapter wiring kit, which saves you time and effort. The AC has a powerful fan and motor that provides a steady stream of air to efficiently cool the inside of your RV on a hot or muggy day. The included start capacitor will help jumpstart the AC. This beneficial upgrade provides the AC a boost when shore power or generator power isn't enough to start it. And everything you need in order to replace your AC unit is included, which makes installation simple and easy.
Start Capacitor
If your campsite or generator isn't able to draw the power you need, then you may have difficulty starting your AC unit. The included start capacitor, however, can eliminate this problem. The capacitor stores energy that will later be used to jumpstart the AC. Once the sufficient amount of power has been supplied to the AC, the compressor will start to run, and the internal relay switch will turn the start capacitor off. At the same time, the compressor will send "back voltage" to the relay switch and capacitor in order to energize them for the next startup.
Simple Installation
Because your RV is likely already prepped and pre-wired for an AC unit, installation is simple and easy. Most AC units, including this one, are designed to fit an opening that measures 14-1/4" x 14-1/4". Depending on your roof setup, you may need to do minimal alterations. If the opening is larger than 14-3/8" x 14-3/8", you will need to install spacers between the sides of the unit and the opening's edges. If the opening is smaller than 14-1/8" x 14-1/8", you will need to enlarge the hole to fit the unit snugly inside the opening.
On the bottom of the AC, there's a thick, collapsible gasket with 6 noise-reducing foam pads. This provides support between the RV roof and AC and seals the opening to prevent water and outside air from leaking in. Because of this, the use of fresh sealant isn't required during installation.
To install the start capacitor, bolt it to the fan motor support with the included hardware and then route the wires to the run capacitor.
Once installed, the hard plastic cover on the AC can easily be removed for maintenance and cleaning.
Advent Air Warranty Coverage
1-Year Warranty covers defective units when installed correctly on approved applications. The warranty does not cover units installed incorrectly. To ensure air conditioner is installed correctly, please see the questionnaire pdf below. A filled-out questionnaire is required for warranty coverage.
If you are not comfortable using a voltmeter (or removing the charge from the start capacitor), youll want to make a service appointment with your local RV dealer to verify the installation. Print the pdfs below (warranty- questionnaire, warranty dealer information) and take them along with the RV to your local dealer. ASA does compensate dealers for warranty work as outlined in the dealer information pdf. You may be charged by the dealer for time spent investigating the installation.
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Advent Air Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Dometic Setup - Start Capacitor - 13,500 Btu - Black - ACDOM135B
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (950 Customer Reviews)
This AC unit replaces the Dometic air conditioner on your RV or camper. AC plugs directly into your Dometic setup to work with your existing air distribution box. Start capacitor jumpstarts AC when camp power or generator power isn't enough.by: Stacy 08/03/2023
Just had it put in and love it. Had the best experience with yall.i like how I was able to track my package. I will be sending other people your way. Ashley was great on the phone. Thanks alot
by: Kent07/20/2023
It has been a good unit. It is still kicking out cold air. It would be even better if it wasn't as noisy but I have yet to see any rv acts that are. The price was the main reason I went with this unit along with free shipping, couldn't be beat. Also the customer service was top notch. Thanks
by: Dale07/15/2023
Already losing its cooking ability, only used it four weekends , already failing on cooling.
by: Timothy 04/02/2023
Air conditioner unit cools rv great & quieter than original unit
by: Eric09/20/2023
best price on ebay and super quick deli very
by: Brian 05/02/2021
It was installed as a second unit with manual controls and heater upgrade. It has performed great, no complaints. Love having a cool trailer on just minutes.
Brian
5/3/2022
Very satisfied with the quality and performance. I use a 2400 watt generator and the AC unit starts up with ease. I installed the hard start kit. The heat setting takes the chill off, when I have shore power. I’m glad I installed the heating kit.kp
by: Lance 09/14/2022
Working well so far - no issues. Just make sure the start capacitor wires aren't hitting the blower fan when you install. That was my mistake.
by: Timothy09/20/2022
Works great. Had some issues with shipping. It was damaged but the folks at etrailer took care of my needs very quickly and made it right
by: James 04/22/2023
Very good response on orders and ship i mmediatly
by: Johnny P.05/20/2020
In a three year period I'd replaced two Dometic HVAC units on my 2016 Forest River TT that I'd purchased new because they'd completely stopped producing cold air during the hottest months of each summer. I google searched for an exact replacement unit and came across Advent Air, it truly was an exact replacement and fit perfectly without any modifications, the price of the unit was appealing as well. It's been an year now and it has performed as well as an HVAC is expected to perform and is also running at half the noise level the Dometic was. I can actually hear my television now while it's running. Great product so far!!!
by: Jeff 01/28/2023
Great experience
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by: Wayne A05/10/2022
Advent 15000 BTU AC. Best price I could find on the internet or anywhere else for that matter. I received the unit 4 days earlier than expected which was a good thing. The installation, including getting it on the roof, was about 30 minutes. The Advent was a direct replacement for a 4/5-year-old Dometic Brisk II that quit cooling. The Advent is slightly quitter that the Dometic but of course that is only my subjective opinion. On low speed you can continue an intelligible conversation. The Advent has been installed 3 days now and it is working great.
I have purchased from etrailer in the past and have been completely satisfied. There are three concern/issues that need to be mention/address. (1) Packaging could have been better. The box it came in looked like it had been rolling around in the back of a UPS truck. (2) There was no installation instruction or owner’s manual whatsoever that came with the unit. I pulled mine off the internet. (3) the unit had minor damage on the base or main frame of the unit (I hope it does not cause issue later). The damage was not so bad as to cause forgoing the installation. Since the shipping box did not show any noticeable damage at the location of the damage on the unit, I can only assume that it was shipped by etrailer that way which is a QC issue.
by: RM08/09/2023
Shipped quick , once was restocked, came in with small damages to outside shell and small dent on side, almost pinched copper line, should be packaged better from company for shipping (not an ETrailer issue)so far unit seems to be working better then the original (never worked) and replacement 13500 units that Camping World had put on trailer (took off another trailer) so I decided to buy my own to replace since no trust in Camping World and work performed
by: Lynn, Izzy, Bob, Katy02/04/2022
Have an 1999 Ford E-150 van used as an RV. I built a 30 amp box with 2-20 amp circuits several years ago. I and 3 doggies travel all over the SE for dog agility competitions. Loading and lifting a window A/C unit into the driver's side widow worked, but a major task. I cut and framed a hole in the van roof and installed the Advent ACM150. Had to install 12 volt system for thermostat and fish both 110 and 12 volt wire through walls and ceiling. A/C turned on perfectly the very first time I pushed the thermostat on button. Wowee...100 degrees outside; 69 degrees in the van. Absolutely life changing for me an my doggies. P.S. I am a nice 75 year old lady and still cannot believe I did this install all by myself. One year and miles later, this A/C is perfect!
by: Kerry07/16/2023
My Dometic had a leak after 6 years. I decided to replace it with this Advent and couldn’t be happier. Total install time by myself was about an hour and a half including the soft start install. I watched a couple of videos which helped greatly. It’s shown here with the old unit in front. I’ve had it for about 2 days and it will take it down to 65 degrees.
by: Bruce06/26/2023
Great! Plug and play set up- took an hour at most- 91 degrees out and cooled down inside with in 30 minutes
One down one to go! Hardest part, getting AC on top but, managed no problem. E Trailer did good.
by: Sue03/29/2022
Unit works great. Took an hour to change out. Hooked up as advertised. We replaced a Coleman Mach 3 13,500 btu for the 15,000. Puts out a lot of CFM.
Unfortunately, UPS shipping damage occurred in transit. Really nothing you can do about them being careless with your packages.
by: Michael10/10/2022
Great unit. Great instructions with photos. Installation was a breeze, once the unit was on the roof (took two people to slide up a long ladder. But was also used to return removed unit to the ground). Connections with the Carrier remote interface were simple plug-&-play. Everything worked on initial start up, and continues to do so. I recommend it, & Etrailer.
by: Andrew08/31/2023
Easy install. Plug n play fit perfectly. Hardest part was getting it on top of TTrailer. Working great after 1 year.
About half price of dealer Dometic OEM AC
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If it's still blowing air but it's not as cold as it should be, it could be an issue as simple as the filter or coils need to be cleaned. I will attach a link to our help articles with troubleshooting for AC units. If its not the filter, it could be a bad compressor or capacitor.
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