{"product_id":"thermopompe-murale-arcoaire-deluxe-9000-btu-r454b","title":"Wall-Mounted Heat Pump ARCOAIRE Deluxe | 9,000 BTU - R454B","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrimary-bedroom comfort, with as little electricity as possible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome owners choose a heat pump for cooling and keep the baseboards for winter. Others want the heat pump to do almost all the work, twelve months a year, and look at the efficiency ratings first. The \u003cstrong\u003eWall-Mounted Heat Pump ARCOAIRE Deluxe | 9,000 BTU - R454B\u003c\/strong\u003e is aimed at the second group: a single closed room, a compact size, and certified ratings that keep the electricity used for each hour of comfort to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts ratings are \u003cstrong\u003e31.5 SEER2\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e16.0 EER2\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e14.6 HSPF2\u003c\/strong\u003e. The system is \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR\u003c\/strong\u003e certified with the \u003cstrong\u003ecold-climate designation\u003c\/strong\u003e under \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR ID 3624485\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the certificate still lists its capacity at \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this pairing makes sense for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pairing makes the most sense in a room that will be heated and cooled by the heat pump for many years: a primary bedroom, a renovated bedroom with redone insulation, a room in a recent, airtight house. The more hours the heat pump runs each year, the more the efficiency gap with an entry-level unit shows on the bill. Conversely, for a room used only a few weeks a year, a simpler pairing may be enough, and we will tell you so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nominal capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e9,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e suits a bedroom of ordinary size. If the room connects to an ensuite bathroom or closet, air circulates through the open door; if it has several exterior walls or large windows, we check it during the visit. We always confirm the size with a load calculation rather than floor area alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e14.6 HSPF2: the rating that weighs on the winter bill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Quebec, a heat pump spends more hours heating than cooling. That is why the \u003cstrong\u003eHSPF2\u003c\/strong\u003e rating, which measures heating efficiency over a whole season, is the first one to look at. Here is how to read this pairing's four ratings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHSPF2 of 14.6\u003c\/strong\u003e: seasonal heating efficiency. The higher it is, the less each winter month costs in electricity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEER2 of 31.5\u003c\/strong\u003e: seasonal cooling efficiency, over the whole summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEER2 of 16.0\u003c\/strong\u003e: cooling efficiency on a hot day, when demand is at its peak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOP\u003c\/strong\u003e: the heat delivered for each unit of electricity consumed, at a given temperature. An electric baseboard delivers one unit of heat for one unit of electricity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese figures come from certificate \u003cstrong\u003eAHRI 215413212\u003c\/strong\u003e, published by NEEP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore heat at -15 °C than at -8 °C\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe certificate lists \u003cstrong\u003e11,000 BTU\/h at -8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e (17 °F), about 122% of nominal capacity, with a \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 2.41\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e13,500 BTU\/h at -15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e (5 °F), about 150%, with a \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 2.00\u003c\/strong\u003e. The two points are measured separately; we report each one as published, even though the -15 °C value is higher than the -8 °C value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat these figures show is a \u003cstrong\u003evariable-speed compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e able to speed up well beyond its nominal capacity when the cold calls for it. At -15 °C, this pairing still delivers two units of heat for each unit of electricity, according to the certificate. For a well-insulated bedroom, that covers the demand on the great majority of winter days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStill 7,500 BTU\/h at -30 °C\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe certificate also publishes the maximum capacity at \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e (-22 °F): \u003cstrong\u003e7,500 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, about 83% of nominal capacity, with a \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 1.29\u003c\/strong\u003e. Even on the coldest nights, the heat pump keeps heating the room and delivers more heat than it consumes in electricity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the bedroom's insulation, the existing baseboard can stay in place as backup for those cold peaks. Set a few degrees below the heat pump's set point, it stays cold for almost the whole winter. The ENERGY STAR \u003cstrong\u003ecold-climate designation\u003c\/strong\u003e confirms that the pairing was evaluated for harsh winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA bedroom where you sleep well\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a primary bedroom, where the wall head goes matters as much as its ratings. We place it up high, on a wall that lets the airflow sweep the room without falling on the bed, and we take the door to the bathroom or hallway into account so air circulates. At night, once the room is at the set point, the compressor runs at low speed: no abrupt restart, no noticeable temperature change when you wake up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo get the most out of these ratings, let the heat pump hold a steady set point day and night rather than turning it off and on. A moderate setback at night is still possible, but too large a gap forces the compressor to restart at high speed in the morning, where it is least efficient. Comfort is better, and so is consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSummer: cooling and dehumidification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003ecooling\u003c\/strong\u003e mode, the nominal capacity is \u003cstrong\u003e9,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e. At \u003cstrong\u003e16.0 EER2\u003c\/strong\u003e, the unit stays efficient even on the hottest days. Running long at low speed keeps the indoor coil cold, and moisture from the air condenses on it before draining away. This continuous \u003cstrong\u003edehumidification\u003c\/strong\u003e gives drier air and more comfortable sleep, without setting the room colder than necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInverter, defrost and R-454B refrigerant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewall-mounted heat pump\u003c\/strong\u003e moves heat instead of producing it. In winter, the \u003cstrong\u003eR-454B\u003c\/strong\u003e refrigerant captures energy from the outdoor air; the compressor raises it to a useful temperature and the indoor unit releases it. In cold, humid weather, frost forms on the outdoor unit, which briefly pauses heating for a defrost cycle: the white vapour that rises from it is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR-454B is the new-generation refrigerant, with a much lower global warming potential than the previous generation. Classified A2L, it requires precise installation methods, which we apply on every job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLogisVert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pairing does not carry an amount on Hydro-Québec's \u003cstrong\u003eLogisVert\u003c\/strong\u003e list of October 19, 2026. If the grant matters for your project, we will point you to an eligible pairing of comparable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation by AirGreen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVisit, load calculation and location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe home visit is free. We measure the room, note the orientation and size of the windows and the insulation of the walls and ceiling, then run the \u003cstrong\u003eload calculation\u003c\/strong\u003e. The indoor unit is secured to the framing, with a drainage slope for condensate. The outdoor unit goes on a ground or wall stand, \u003cstrong\u003eabove the snow line\u003c\/strong\u003e, away from bedroom windows, including the neighbours', and sheltered from snow sliding off roofs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections, electrical and commissioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003erefrigerant lines\u003c\/strong\u003e, the communication cable and the drain go through a single opening, sealed on both sides, and a line cover can finish the run on the exterior wall. The system needs a \u003cstrong\u003ededicated circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e: we check the panel capacity during the visit. At \u003cstrong\u003ecommissioning\u003c\/strong\u003e, the circuit is evacuated and checked for tightness before the valves are opened; we then test heating, cooling and the drain, and show you the settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly efficient heat pump stays that way if it is well maintained. Rinse the indoor filters every two weeks in season, keep the outdoor unit clear of snow and leaves, and plan annual \u003cstrong\u003eHVAC maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e of the coils, drain and electrical connections. In winter, white vapour during defrost and a short pause in heating are normal. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/services-de-nettoyage-climatiseurs-et-thermopompes-murales-grand-montreal\"\u003ecleaning service\u003c\/a\u003e takes over when you prefer to hand off the annual visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 years on the compressor, 10 years on parts and 6 years on labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirGreen, for the life of the installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA family business active for more than fifteen years in \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLaval\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLongueuil\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, we hold RBQ licences for ventilation, refrigeration and electrical work and carry \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in liability insurance. The in-home assessment is free, the quote is in writing, and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/financement-avec-financeit\"\u003efinancing options\u003c\/a\u003e let you choose the right unit rather than the cheapest one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequest your free estimate for the Wall-Mounted Heat Pump ARCOAIRE Deluxe | 9,000 BTU - R454B. 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