Is A Wall Thermostat Required For The Dometic Penguin II High Capacity RV Air Conditioner DMC53ZR?
Updated 10/22/2025 | Published 03/27/2025
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The video for the penguin 2 DMC53ZR states you have to add a wall thermostat. Is this correct?
asked by: Dana B
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Expert Reply:
Hello Dana, thanks for getting in touch. There are two ways to control the Dometic # DMC53ZR AC unit. You can use a manual control distribution box like part # DMC43ZR, or you can use a distribution box with wall thermostat like part # DMC66RR. It really just comes down to your preferences and how your RV is set up.
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Jesse M
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Jesse M.
10/22/2025
Hey Dana, how did things go with your Penguin II air conditioner setup? Did you end up going with the manual control box or the wall thermostat option? Your update could make it easier for the next person deciding between the two.