Dometic Soft Start for Dometic B59516.711C0-MX
Updated 05/26/2026 | Published 05/23/2026
Question:
Which Dometic Soft Start for Penguin II Mechanical Air Conditioner for my Dometic Brisk Air / Penguin style 15,000 BTU rooftop RV air conditioner. Key specs from the data plate: Model / MFG : B59516.711C0-MX Refrigerant: R410A Capacity: 15,000 BTU Cooling RLA: 13.2 amps Locked Rotor Amps startup: 70.0 amps Fan motor: 3.3 amps Heat strip capable 120VAC unit Max circuit protection: 20A breaker
asked by: Donny Z
Expert Reply:
Hey Donny! For your Dometic Penguin/Brisk Air 15,000 BTU AC model B59516.711C0-MX, the correct soft start is the Dometic Soft Start # DMC52RR. Your unit uses the mechanical/manual control setup, and # DMC52RR is the version designed for those Penguin II and Brisk Air style systems. It will help reduce that startup surge and make the AC much easier to run on limited power or a generator.
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Dometic Soft Start for Penguin II Mechanical Air Conditioner Setup - Single Zone - Qty 1
- RV AC Soft Start
- 20 Amp
- Plug-In
- No Surge Protection
- Single AC
- Dometic
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Donny Z.
5/24/2026
Thank you for the thorough answer to my question regarding which Dometic soft start to use with the Penguin II mechanical air conditioner. I’m installing a Dometic Brisk Air / Penguin-style 15,000 BTU rooftop RV air conditioner on a customer’s rig, and your explanation was very helpful. That’s why I trust the experts at eTrailer for reliable RV parts, Dometic air conditioner solutions, rooftop AC upgrades, and professional support for all my needs at ColoradoRVService.com