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ULTIMATE Mini Split Install Guide to Save You THOUSANDS

Installing a mini split heat pump yourself can save you thousands of dollars compared to hiring a professional installer. In this video, I'll walk you through how to tackle a complete DIY mini split installation in just one weekend using basic tools.#DIY #MiniSplit #HeatPump Thanks to TOSOT for sponsoring this video! Save on your setup by using coupon code LRN2DIY at checkout. (Sponsor) https://tosotdirect.com/lrn2diy DOWNLOAD THE MINI SPLIT CUSTOM PDF GENERATOR: https://minisplitguide.powerhomeowner.com 📦 PRODUCTS & LINKS • TOSOT Mini Split: https://tosotdirect.com/lrn2diy • See the whole Amazon List in one place! https://geni.us/ymrSLBi ELECTRICAL WIRE: • THWN-2 stranded, 12 AWG, Black (hot) — https://geni.us/hndb • THWN-2 stranded, 12 AWG, Red (2nd hot, 240V) — https://geni.us/pVUAFa2 • THWN-2 stranded, 12 AWG, Green (ground) — https://geni.us/KyBEr • THWN-2 stranded, 12 AWG, White (neutral, 120V only) — https://geni.us/HP99Nc • 12 AWG shown; switch to 10 or 14 AWG per your PDF — same product line. • Romex 12/2 NM-B w/ ground, 50 ft — https://geni.us/Q8PUno (Only if part of the run is inside a finished wall.) CONDUIT — pick ONE method - EMT (rigid metal) • 1/2" EMT conduit, 10 ft stick — https://homedepot.sjv.io/4aRnJL • Rain-tight EMT connectors, 10-pack — https://geni.us/ZhYQjne (seals conduit into boxes; must say RAIN TIGHT) • Threaded Type-LB body, 1/2" — https://geni.us/cC80a (pulls wire around an outside corner; must be THREADED outdoors) • EMT pull elbow, 1/2" — https://homedepot.sjv.io/E0GdoQ (inside corners only) • EMT 1-hole straps, 25-pack — https://homedepot.sjv.io/9VxdMY • Rain-tight EMT coupling — https://geni.us/ioNvD5B (only if run is more than 10 ft) - PVC (gray electrical) • 1/2" gray Sch. 40 PVC conduit, 10 ft — https://homedepot.sjv.io/rEeNzj • Gray electrical PVC cement, 8 oz — https://homedepot.sjv.io/jRD6nM (gray electrical, not white plumbing glue) • PVC Type-LB body, 1/2" — https://homedepot.sjv.io/PzYd6j • PVC male adapters, 1/2" — https://homedepot.sjv.io/k4Q2o0 (threads PVC into a box/disconnect; ~2 needed) • PVC 90° sweep elbow, 1/2" — https://homedepot.sjv.io/aNYGWN (inside corners) • PVC expansion coupling, 1/2" — https://homedepot.sjv.io/AgkMEK (runs ≥ 10 ft) • PVC 1-hole straps (buy several) — https://homedepot.sjv.io/GbodZn BOX, DISCONNECT & WHIP • Metal junction box, 4" square, 2-1/8" deep — https://homedepot.sjv.io/ZVJjyK (indoor cable ties to outdoor THWN-2 here) • Strain-relief cord connector, 1/2" — https://homedepot.sjv.io/X4o9XG (clamps a cable so it can't pull out) • 60-Amp non-fused AC disconnect — https://geni.us/HTDBb (outdoor shutoff, required within sight of the condenser) • 1/2" x 6 ft liquid-tight whip (10/3) — https://geni.us/uuL3ec5 (pre-wired cable from disconnect into the condenser) MOUNTING & WEATHERPROOFING • Stainless condenser wall bracket — https://geni.us/hYWDDX • Stainless Steel Hex Head 2 1/2" Screws (20 pk) — https://geni.us/4weV3 (anchor the bracket into studs) • Drywall anchors, 50 lb, 25-pack — https://geni.us/goPqA (indoor plate where it isn't on a stud) • Line-set cover kit, paintable — https://geni.us/ifuw50 • Exterior paintable sealant/caulk — https://geni.us/6SAfO • Caulk gun — https://geni.us/hRY6FgS REFRIGERANT TOOLS • 45° eccentric flaring tool — https://geni.us/3I3062E (forms the flare so the nuts seal) • Vacuum pump + manifold gauge kit — https://geni.us/XJsmt (includes the gauges — no separate manifold needed) • Torque wrench for flare nuts — The budget option, — a 1/2" click wrench + adjustable head, is in the Amazon Idea List • Easy all-in-one torque wrench: https://geni.us/txwp • 5/16" → 1/4" SAE port adapter — https://geni.us/M0ntsrl (only required if you're buying a different vacuum set. The one linked above includes this) • Nylog Blue thread & gasket sealant — https://geni.us/qIqAA • Copper tubing cutter — https://geni.us/AngXexA DRILLING & HAND TOOLS • Carbide hole saw — buy the ONE (or maybe two) size(s) your PDF specifies: • All sizes on one page: https://geni.us/zR7xM5 • 12" long drill bit: https://geni.us/EImSaEm (reaches through the wall to mark the exit before hole-sawing) • 11-in-1 screwdriver — https://geni.us/NL41eT • Adjustable wrench set — https://geni.us/mzmvj (need two for flare work — one holds, one turns) • Locking pliers (Vise-Grip) — https://geni.us/qwFf9 • Wire stripper / cutter — https://geni.us/NUF0b • Cable cutter — https://geni.us/9XCrj0 • Colored electrical tape, 6-pack — https://geni.us/pgnoA (re-mark a white wire as a hot on 240V) Any link here may be an affiliate link, which means you pay the same price as always but we make a small commission, which helps out our channel - so thanks! 👕 LRN2DIY SHIRTS, HOODIES & MORE 👚 https://lrn2diy-shop.fourthwall.com