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To: RegulatorCountry
The external component of the mini split heat pump will have to go either on the rear bumper or inside one of several ventilated outside access panels, in behind the Dometic fridge looks promising.

That is likely to be a problem for you. The condenser fan in the outdoor unit is designed to operate in an open environment. It very likely cannot tolerate the airflow restriction imposed by mounting internally. you might be able to do so with the use of external fans to provide airflow to and from the unit if you bury it in an enclosed space.

72 posted on 11/08/2016 6:18:37 AM PST by Professional Engineer (BREAKING BOMBSHELL : You all can go to hell, I'm going to Texas.)
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To: Professional Engineer

Many of the units come with an exterior wall mount bracket, with the back only an inch or two at most from the wall, with the fan pointing out. The ruggedized, dedicated over-the-road unit that I found has the fan and condenser separated. I’m discovering that it’s very doable but dealing with the condensate will be a big deal, especially so in a humid climate. It will throw off so much water, I’m wondering if running it through a filter with antimicrobial piping might not keep the potable water tank filled most of the time.


73 posted on 11/08/2016 6:46:45 AM PST by RegulatorCountry
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