Replacement AC Unit for Airxcel on RV

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Hello, and Thankyou for the help. I need to replace a ac for my 2012 Keystone, back room. AC is Airxcel model 48254B866. What is replacement for that unit. Thanks again

asked by: Larry

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Since the Airxcel is a Coleman unit the Furrion Chill HE part # FR62PV would be a really great option. This is designed to fit in place of the Coleman units so it would install easily. It's also the quietest and coldest blowing unit we have so it would work great as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Paul

7/10/2026

Is that a direct replacement? Can i use my same AP7862 coleman wall thermostat?

Jameson C.

7/13/2026

@Paul at one point yes we were confident it would fit in place of a Coleman setup and would work with a Coleman thermostat but recently we have had bad luck with these so it's not something I would confidently recommend.

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