As full time RVers, there are many things we wanted to do to our Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel to make our home as comfortable as possible. And since we spend most of our time in Florida, we knew having the ability to use an air conditioner no matter what was crucial.
That's why we bought and installed the Micro-Air Easy Start for our bedroom air conditioner- the one we use the most.@MicroairNet
0:00 Intro
2:00 The Problem
3:45 DIY Considerations
5:05 Easy Start 364
5:49 Tools and Supplies
6:44 Installation Intro
10:14 TEST #1 without easy start
11:17 TEST #2 with $10 hard start kit
11:47 Wiring the Easy Start
16:44 The Learning Process
17:12 TEST #3 with the Easy Start
19:00 Testing both AC units
Larry has done many DIYs, including installing lithium and solar himself, so installing a device that will allow us to use the air conditioner even when boondocking was definitely something he could handle.
In this video, we will show you all you need to know to install the easy start to your RV air conditioner. You will see step by step instructions, tools needed, and how to test the system once it is done.
If you follow this video, you will be able to install the Micro-Air Easy Start on your RV and know how to make sure it runs properly and save money doing it yourself. Also, if you use the discount code below, you will save even more money.
If you are worried about voiding your manufacturers warranty Micro-Air offers a free 2 year warranty on your RV AC compressor, their Double Down Warranty if you complete the warranty form on their website within 30 days of purchase.
https://www.microair.net/products/easystart-soft-starter-extended-warranty-2-year?variant=14020945215572
Anyone with some DIY experience should be able to do this project but if you are not comfortable doing it yourself, Micro-Air told me that it should cost about $100 to get a professional to do it for you. They have a list of dealers that will do it or you can take it directly to Micro-Air if you are close to their office, 124 Route 526, Allentown, NJ 08501
Find a Dealer Link http://www.micro-air.com/dealers_microair.html
Advantages of the Easy Start
Use Air Conditioner on a Small Generator or Inverter Power
Use 2 Air Conditioners on 30 amp Shore power
Quieter Start up
Run your AC while using other RV appliances
Discount Code for $25 off from Micro-Air (order direct to use code) EASYPROMO
https://www.microair.net/products/easystart-364-3-ton-single-phase-soft-starter-for-air-conditioners?variant=30176048267
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Links for tools and supplies
Micro-Air Easy Start 364 on Amazon (new bluetooth version) https://amzn.to/3x6jJ4I
Insulated Crimp Sleeves 22-10 gauge Amazon https://amzn.to/36krXw2
Scotch Mount Extreme Double sided tape Amazon https://amzn.to/2Verkxx
Scotch Super 88 Electrical Tape Amazon https://amzn.to/3lmzrCK
Wire Cutter and Crimper (new model) Amazon https://amzn.to/2Vfqelm
Wire Terminal Crimper woods LOWES https://www.lowes.com/pd/Woods-Terminal-Crimper/50331085
Dewalt 12V Screwdriver Amazon https://amzn.to/2JgUkSQ
UEI HVAC Clamp MultiMeter Amazon https://amzn.to/3mnaloA
Coleman Mach Instructions I used in this video
http://www.micro-air.com/support-documents/rv/current/Coleman_Mach_Family-EasyStart_364_Installation.pdf
Micro-Air Brand Specific Wiring Diagrams, Coleman Mach, Dometic, Furion, Attwood, Armstrong, Carrier
http://www.micro-air.com/kb-easystart/articles_installation/easystart_RV_Brand_Specific_Wiring_Diagrams.cfm
Air xcel website document Library for Coleman Mach AC units
Put in your model number to get documentation for your model
https://www.airxcel.com/rv/coleman-mach/service-support/document-library
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We are a married couple in our mid 50s who downsized and sold our house so we can see the sights and enjoy every day to live deliberately as full time RVers - traveling with our dog, Scrappy in our Grand Design Solitude 310 GK fifth wheel.
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