{"product_id":"thermopompe-console-de-plancher-senville-sena-r454b-12000-btu","title":"Floor Console Heat Pump SENVILLE SENA R454B | 12000 BTU","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA low-wall heat pump designed for rooms where a conventional high-mounted unit is simply not the best choice\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSENVILLE SENA R454B 12,000 BTU Floor-Console Heat Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e is an especially interesting solution for projects where the indoor unit’s location is a challenge. In many homes, condos, and multi-unit buildings in \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal, Laval, Longueuil, the South Shore, and the North Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, the available wall space is occupied by large windows, sloped ceilings, doors, cabinets, or architectural features that complicate the installation of a traditional wall-mounted heat pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SENVILLE console completely changes this approach. Its indoor unit is installed \u003cstrong\u003enear the floor\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a format that resembles a modern radiator more than a wall-mounted evaporator positioned near the ceiling. This placement can be particularly suitable beneath a window, in an attic room, bedroom, finished basement, office, or home addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specific combination examined here includes the outdoor unit \u003cstrong\u003eSENA-12HF-OG\u003c\/strong\u003e and the indoor console \u003cstrong\u003eSENA-12HF-IFG\u003c\/strong\u003e. Senville’s technical support clearly identifies \u003cstrong\u003eSENA-12HF-IFG\u003c\/strong\u003e among the current-generation floor-console models. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pairing is associated with reference \u003cstrong\u003eAHRI 215735308\u003c\/strong\u003e and uses \u003cstrong\u003eR454B refrigerant\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is also presented as \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR\u003c\/strong\u003e and suitable for \u003cstrong\u003ecold climates\u003c\/strong\u003e, with heating operation down to \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe essential specifications of the SENVILLE 12,000 BTU\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product’s official documentation describes the SENA-12HF\/IF as an \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR-certified floor-console ductless heat pump\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to operate down to -30 °C. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important technical values for an installation in Quebec are as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor unit: SENA-12HF-OG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor unit: SENA-12HF-IFG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAHRI: 215735308\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated cooling capacity: 12,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling range: 3,700 to 14,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated heating capacity: 12,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating range: 4,400 to 16,100 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEER2: 25.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEER2: 12.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHSPF2 Region IV: 10.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated COP: 3.88\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating at -8 °C: approximately 9,800 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating at -15 °C: approximately 11,300 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum listed capacity at -30 °C: approximately 4,800 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerant: R454B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply: 208\/230 V, single-phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMCA: 15 A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum protection: 15 A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor airflow: approximately 188 to 441 CFM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor sound level: 26.5 to 44 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor sound level: 55.5 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDehumidification: 1.48 L\/h, or approximately 3.13 pints\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor dimensions: 31.26 × 7.87 × 24.45 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor dimensions: 31.69 × 12.99 × 21.81 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi: available as an option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVertical louver: automatic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal swing: manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brochure specifically confirms the \u003cstrong\u003eSEER2 of 25\u003c\/strong\u003e, an EER2 of 12.5, the modulation ranges, a nominal COP of 3.88, and the 15 A circuit. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e25 SEER2: very impressive efficiency for a floor console\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eSEER2 of 25\u003c\/strong\u003e places this SENVILLE console in a high-efficiency category for cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer also presents this generation as an ENERGY STAR solution capable of significantly reducing consumption compared with less efficient systems. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt AirGreen, however, we prefer to interpret SEER2 as a \u003cstrong\u003ecomparison tool\u003c\/strong\u003e, not as a promise of identical savings for every property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA console installed in a very well-insulated bedroom in \u003cstrong\u003eBoucherville\u003c\/strong\u003e will not operate in the same way as the same unit in an older extension of a Montreal duplex with three exterior walls and large windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsumption depends in particular on insulation, airtightness, sun exposure, the programmed temperature, and the actual thermal load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSENVILLE’s high efficiency becomes truly advantageous when the \u003cstrong\u003e12,000 BTU\u003c\/strong\u003e capacity matches the space’s needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA modulation range of 3,700 to 14,000 BTU in cooling mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Inverter compressor does not run constantly at 12,000 BTU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cooling mode, capacity can range from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3,700 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003e14,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e. In heating mode, the published range is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4,400 to 16,100 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis modulation is particularly beneficial in a bedroom, office, or family room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the indoor temperature approaches the setpoint, the compressor can slow down instead of stopping abruptly and restarting a few minutes later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen properly sized, this promotes a more consistent temperature and quieter operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe real distinction: heating from the bottom of the room\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn heating mode, positioning the unit near the floor changes the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm air naturally tends to rise. A low-mounted console can therefore make a great deal of sense when it operates primarily as a heating heat pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis becomes particularly interesting in certain rooms with large windows, where a low heat source can help reduce the sensation of a cold wall felt near the glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA console is not automatically superior to a wall-mounted unit. It simply suits a different geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe consider it especially when a client has clear space beneath a window but virtually no suitable wall space near the ceiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOnly 7.87 inches deep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe indoor console measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e31.26 in. wide, 24.45 in. high, and only 7.87 in. deep\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shallow depth is an advantage in spaces where every inch counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA console can be installed against a wall without extending far into the room as a bulkier radiator might.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, we must also think about the future layout. Installing a console and then placing a sofa directly in front of it a few weeks later would obviously compromise airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt AirGreen, we therefore ask the client how the room will actually be furnished before finalizing the location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e26.5 dB(A) at low speed: suitable for bedrooms and offices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SENVILLE drops to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e26.5 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e at low speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe published levels are approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e26.5 dB(A), 37 dB(A), 40.5 dB(A), and 44 dB(A), depending on the selected airflow. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe airflow varies accordingly from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e188 to 441 CFM\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination can be appealing in a primary bedroom or office where we want to avoid having a heating and cooling system become acoustically dominant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance also depends on sizing. A properly sized unit can spend more time operating at reduced output than an appliance forced to run continuously at maximum speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA suitable console under a sloped ceiling or in an attic room\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe regularly encounter this scenario in buildings in the Greater Montreal area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bedroom under a roof sometimes has very short walls and a sharply sloped ceiling. Installing a conventional wall-mounted head near the ceiling becomes difficult or visually awkward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floor console uses the lower portion of the wall that remains available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same reasoning applies in certain mezzanines, extensions, sunrooms, and rear rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn our AirGreen website, we also present floor consoles as a solution particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003erooms with little available wall space near the ceiling, sloped ceilings, and under-window installations\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA concrete AirGreen example in a Montreal home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA project documented by AirGreen clearly illustrates this type of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal\u003c\/strong\u003e residence, the owner wanted to improve the comfort of a rear room used as a \u003cstrong\u003ehome office and family room\u003c\/strong\u003e. The room had several windows and little suitable wall space for a conventional heat pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter analysis, a \u003cstrong\u003efloor console\u003c\/strong\u003e made much more sense. The unit could use a lower section of the wall without obstructing circulation or taking over the upper part of the room. The outdoor installation also had to account for clearance, snow, and access for maintenance. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis case effectively summarizes our approach: we do not choose a console because it is different. We choose it when it solves a real architectural or air-distribution problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeating down to -30 °C: what this data really means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenville’s documentation states that it can operate down to \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, it is important to distinguish between the \u003cstrong\u003eminimum operating temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eavailable capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe data associated with the AirGreen product sheet indicates approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9,800 BTU\/h at -8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e11,300 BTU\/h at -15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, and approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4,800 BTU\/h at -30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e under the maximum listed condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fact that the value at -15 °C may be higher than the value at -8 °C does not mean that the heat pump naturally becomes more powerful as the weather gets colder. Certifications use different test points and operating conditions for the Inverter compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe important point is elsewhere: at -30 °C, the heat pump can still operate, but its available capacity is significantly lower than its rated capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a property where heat loss from the room reaches 8,000 BTU\/h at -30 °C, the heat pump’s \u003cstrong\u003e4,800 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e will therefore not be sufficient on its own. An auxiliary heat source may supplement the heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCOP of 2.71 at -8 °C and 1.04 at -30 °C\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe COP helps explain heating efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e-8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the product sheet indicates a COP of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.71\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means that under these conditions, the heat pump delivers significantly more heat than an electric resistance heater would produce directly for the same electricity consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the COP drops to around \u003cstrong\u003e1.04\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this extreme temperature, the energy advantage over an electric resistance heater therefore becomes very small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is useful information for understanding why a heat pump's best seasonal efficiency is achieved mainly during the many hours when outdoor temperatures are moderately cold, and not only during extreme peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation, drainage, and commissioning: the details that determine whether a floor console will actually deliver the expected results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe best location is not necessarily the wall closest to the condenser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common mistake is to look first for the shortest piping route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt AirGreen, we look first at \u003cstrong\u003eair distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA console should not be wedged behind a piece of furniture, an open door, or a large curtain. The space in front of the unit must allow the airflow to spread throughout the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a bedroom, we also avoid directing a jet of air toward the bed whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an office, we consider the position of the workstation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is not only for the heat pump to reach the set temperature; we want it to do so without creating uncomfortable areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA low console makes drainage particularly important\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike any heat pump in cooling mode, the indoor unit produces condensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenville documentation indicates a moisture removal capacity of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.48 L\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, or approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3.13 pints per hour\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis water must be drained properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a high wall-mounted unit, we often have a significant elevation difference to create a natural slope toward the outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a \u003cstrong\u003efloor console\u003c\/strong\u003e, the situation may be more restrictive because the unit is already installed low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe therefore examine the drain before confirming the final position. In some projects, moving the unit a few feet can allow gravity drainage and avoid adding a condensate pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a detail that can reduce noise, maintenance, and the number of components that may require future service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eR454B: the quality of the vacuum procedure remains essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SENVILLE console operates with \u003cstrong\u003eR454B\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a published charge of \u003cstrong\u003e35.27 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system is precharged for up to \u003cstrong\u003e25 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e of piping. For a longer installation, Senville specifies that the charge must be adjusted according to the manufacturer's requirements. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenville also indicates that professional installation is required to preserve warranty coverage and ensure proper operation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR454B is an A2L refrigerant. We must therefore use procedures, tools, and practices compatible with this generation of equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommissioning includes, among other things, checking the connections, performing a leak test, evacuating the system, and verifying its operation in heating and cooling modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePiping: confirm the diameter for the exact indoor unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenville generally indicates that its \u003cstrong\u003e9,000 and 12,000 BTU units typically use 1\/4 in. and 3\/8 in. lines\u003c\/strong\u003e, but specifies that the dimensions must be confirmed for the exact indoor model when it does not appear in the standard table. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt AirGreen, we therefore always confirm the installation specifications for the \u003cstrong\u003eSENA-12HF-IFG\u003c\/strong\u003e before deciding whether existing piping can be reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis point is particularly important when replacing a system in a finished home. An existing conduit concealed in a wall may seem practical to keep, but its size, condition, insulation, and compatibility must be verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e15 A circuit: a simple detail, but one that still needs to be validated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's specifications indicate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMCA: 15 A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emaximum protection: 15 A\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power supply is \u003cstrong\u003e208\/230 V single-phase\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis value is useful when preparing the electrical work, but we always check the nameplate of the delivered equipment and the panel configuration before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn some older Montreal buildings, the issue is not necessarily the heat pump's required power, but the space available in the electrical panel or the route needed to run a new circuit to the outdoor unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Wi-Fi: useful, but confirm before ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AirGreen configuration presents \u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi as an option\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's specifications indicate a wireless remote as the standard control, and compatible SENA-12HF-IFG components are also available from Senville. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the customer absolutely wants to control the unit from their phone, we therefore recommend confirming the Wi-Fi accessory in the quote rather than assuming it is included as standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSelf-diagnostic and leak detection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this generation, Senville features \u003cstrong\u003eself-diagnostic and leak detection\u003c\/strong\u003e functions designed to facilitate system monitoring. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis does not replace maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA decrease in capacity, unusual noise, ice buildup, or poor drainage should always be inspected rather than simply reset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also recommend periodically cleaning the filters and, when the heat exchanger becomes clogged with dust, more thorough \u003cstrong\u003eHVAC maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLogisVert: how do you arrive at the amount of $1,176?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AirGreen product page indicates a heating capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e9,800 BTU\/h at -8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydro-Québec provides base assistance of \u003cstrong\u003e$120 per 1,000 BTU\/h at -8 °C for an ENERGY STAR cold-climate heat pump\u003c\/strong\u003e when the LogisVert program conditions are met. The applicable amount depends in particular on the installation date. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe corresponding calculation is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9.8 × $120 = $1,176\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the amount of the \u003cstrong\u003e$1,176 provincial grant\u003c\/strong\u003e indicated for this configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, we systematically verify the equipment and the applicable rules at the time of the project, since Hydro-Québec may change its criteria, lists, and certain financial assistance options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn important distinction concerning multi-unit buildings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince June 15, 2026, Hydro-Québec has offered a specific enhancement that can increase the assistance to \u003cstrong\u003e$220 per 1,000 BTU\/h at -8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e in certain eligible multi-unit buildings. However, this enhanced measure expressly targets \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR – Cold Climate wall-mounted heat pumps\u003c\/strong\u003e in housing units meeting the program criteria. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003efloor console\u003c\/strong\u003e should therefore not automatically be considered eligible for this enhancement simply because it shares heat pump technology with a wall-mounted unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe verify the exact component of the program before presenting an enhanced amount to the homeowner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty: why the AirGreen product page and the brochure do not show exactly the same thing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Senville brochure currently indicates coverage of \u003cstrong\u003e10 years on the compressor and 5 years on parts\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AirGreen product page associated with this product, for its part, presents a warranty \u003cstrong\u003e10-10-0\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the possibility of additional protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two statements should therefore not be confused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the sales channel, registration, and protection offered with the installation, different conditions may apply. At AirGreen, we have the \u003cstrong\u003efinal coverage specified directly on the quote\u003c\/strong\u003e so the homeowner clearly knows what is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFloor console mistakes we have learned to avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur experience with floor console installations in Greater Montreal has taught us that the most costly problems do not always come from the compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, we have been called upon to analyze or correct installations where the choice of location, drainage, or access for maintenance had not been sufficiently anticipated. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA system can be perfectly functional from a refrigeration standpoint while still being poorly suited to the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is why we check, among other things, that curtains will not block the airflow, that the drain can be installed properly, that the unit will not be hidden behind a sofa, and that the outdoor unit will remain accessible once snow has accumulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich spaces are particularly well suited to the SENVILLE 12,000 BTU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe consider this \u003cstrong\u003eSENVILLE 12,000 BTU floor console\u003c\/strong\u003e particularly suitable for a bedroom or office where upper wall space is unavailable, an attic room, a finished basement, an extension with many windows, an area where a wall-mounted heat pump would be visually intrusive, or a space where heat distribution from the lower part of the room is advantageous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, we avoid choosing this format solely for its appearance if the best location would end up behind furniture or if drainage would become excessively complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right indoor unit is the one that matches both the \u003cstrong\u003erequired BTUs and the building’s architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose AirGreen for a floor console installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA console requires a different approach than a conventional wall-mounted head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt AirGreen, we assess the space before positioning the unit: heat load, windows, furniture, drainage, piping, condenser location, electrical circuit, and access for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe serve \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal, Laval, Longueuil, the South Shore, the North Shore, and Montérégie\u003c\/strong\u003e, in buildings ranging from century-old plexes to modern condos and single-family homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a console, moving it a few inches can improve air distribution, drainage, and the final appearance. This is exactly the type of detail we want to address before work begins, not afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequest an AirGreen quote for your 12,000 BTU SENVILLE Floor Console\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003eSENVILLE SENA R454B Floor Console Heat Pump | 12000 BTU\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal, Laval, Longueuil, the South Shore or the North Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, contact AirGreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can check the sizing, the location of the \u003cstrong\u003eSENA-12HF-IFG\u003c\/strong\u003e console, the position of the \u003cstrong\u003eSENA-12HF-OG\u003c\/strong\u003e condenser, drainage, piping, electrical requirements, the Wi-Fi option, and eligibility for the \u003cstrong\u003eadvertised $1,176 LogisVert rebate\u003c\/strong\u003e according to the conditions applicable at the time of installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Senville","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56120259576100,"sku":"SENA-12HF-OG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1694\/6724\/files\/00_THERMOPOMPE_CONSOLE_DE_PLANCHER_SENVILLE_AURA_R454B_12000_BTU_MONTREAL_LAVAL_LONGUEUIL_RIVE_SUD_RIVE_NORD.png?v=1789067616","url":"https:\/\/airgreen.ca\/en\/products\/thermopompe-console-de-plancher-senville-sena-r454b-12000-btu","provider":"AirGreen Climatisation \u0026 Chauffage \/ Air Conditioning \u0026 Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}