{"product_id":"thermopompe-murale-durastar-sirius-heat-12000-btu-r410a","title":"DURASTAR Sirius Heat Wall-Mounted Heat Pump | 12000 BTU - R410A","description":"\u003ch2\u003e11,000 BTU\/h at -15 °C: a 12,000 BTU unit that maintains its capacity when the cold sets in\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes a good \u003cstrong\u003ewall-mounted heat pump\u003c\/strong\u003e for Quebec is the heat it still provides when the thermometer plunges. The \u003cstrong\u003eDURASTAR Sirius Heat Wall-Mounted Heat Pump | 12,000 BTU - R410A\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains \u003cstrong\u003e11,000 BTU\/h at -15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e according to its AHRI certificate, representing more than 90% of its rated capacity. It heats down to \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e and qualifies for a \u003cstrong\u003e$1,236 LogisVert rebate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts certified ratings are \u003cstrong\u003e23.1 SEER2\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e13.0 EER2\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e10.5 HSPF2\u003c\/strong\u003e. The system is \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR\u003c\/strong\u003e certified with the \u003cstrong\u003ecold climate designation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCertified values\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12,000 BTU\/h, range of 3,333 to 13,598 BTU\/h, COP of 3.59\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e10,300 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e nominal capacity, up to 12,477 BTU\/h maximum capacity, \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 2.56\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e11,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 1.89\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: up to \u003cstrong\u003e6,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, COP of 1.23\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling: 12,000 BTU\/h, range of 3,691 to 14,231 BTU\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese values come from certificate \u003cstrong\u003eAHRI 210568099\u003c\/strong\u003e, published by NEEP. They are cited by ENERGY STAR and Hydro-Québec to determine eligibility for the LogisVert program.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow capacity at -15 °C changes everyday life\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA heat pump whose capacity drops sharply in extreme cold quickly leaves baseboard heaters to take over, and the savings disappear during the most expensive weeks of winter. With 11,000 BTU\/h at -15 °C, this system continues heating a medium-sized living area well beyond the first cold spells. Baseboard heaters remain useful, but mainly during the coldest nights and in enclosed rooms that the wall-mounted unit's airflow does not reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo estimate the appropriate size, we start with approximately 18,000 BTU\/h per 1,000 square feet, then adjust according to insulation, windows, orientation, and ceiling height. A 12,000 BTU unit is therefore suitable for a modest open-concept area or a large bedroom with several exterior walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSummer comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn cooling mode, the modulation range of 3,691 to 14,231 BTU\/h allows for long, gentle operation that dehumidifies the air. The \u003cstrong\u003eECO\/GEAR\u003c\/strong\u003e function reduces consumption in cooling mode, the \u003cstrong\u003eGentle\u003c\/strong\u003e function redirects the airflow when it becomes uncomfortable, and \u003cstrong\u003eSleep\u003c\/strong\u003e mode adjusts the setpoint overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe $1,236 LogisVert rebate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe system is listed under \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR ID 2410689\u003c\/strong\u003e, with assistance of \u003cstrong\u003e$1,236\u003c\/strong\u003e for the owner of an existing home, according to the list in effect on the installation date. Enhanced assistance may apply in certain multi-unit buildings. We verify eligibility before signing and prepare your application. Full details are available on our page dedicated to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/subvention-thermopompes-efficaces-dhydro-quebec\"\u003eHydro-Québec efficient heat pump rebate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eReplacing an old unit or starting from scratch: lines, electrical requirements, and placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are replacing an existing wall-mounted unit or installing your first heat pump, the same checks apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA 1\/2-inch gas line\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis system uses \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4- and 1\/2-inch lines\u003c\/strong\u003e, whereas the Sirius Heat 12,000 BTU with R-454B uses a 3\/8-inch gas line. This detail matters during a replacement: existing lines can only be reused if their diameters match and they are in good condition. In that case, cleaning and testing are included; otherwise, we install new lines. The lines are precharged for 25 feet, with a maximum length of \u003cstrong\u003e82 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, a maximum elevation difference of \u003cstrong\u003e33 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, and an addition of 0.16 ounces of refrigerant per foot beyond the precharged length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe indoor unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wall-mounted unit measures \u003cstrong\u003e31.57 x 7.87 x 11.61 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and weighs 18.7 pounds. With this system, its sound level ranges from \u003cstrong\u003e24 to 42 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its airflow reaches \u003cstrong\u003e291 CFM\u003c\/strong\u003e at the highest setting. The vertical louver oscillates automatically, while the horizontal direction is adjusted manually. The remote control also offers \u003cstrong\u003eFollow Me\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTurbo\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSilence\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eClean\u003c\/strong\u003e function, which cleans and dries the indoor coil, a timer, and freeze protection at 8 °C. The unit displays an alert code in the event of a refrigerant leak. Wi-Fi is not built in; DuraStar indicates that its indoor units are compatible with the DR24VINT2 24 V interface, which allows the addition of a third-party Wi-Fi thermostat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe outdoor unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe condenser measures \u003cstrong\u003e31.69 x 12.99 x 21.81 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighs 74.0 pounds, and produces \u003cstrong\u003e56 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It includes a \u003cstrong\u003ebase pan heater\u003c\/strong\u003e and a Golden Fin anti-corrosion coating. We place it above the snow line, away from bedroom windows, on a wall bracket anchored to the structure or on a ground stand. DuraStar recommends leaving the unit powered on continuously when the outdoor temperature is 0 °C or lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElectrical requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e208-230 V\u003c\/strong\u003e power supply, \u003cstrong\u003e15 A MCA\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003e15 A circuit breaker\u003c\/strong\u003e on a dedicated circuit. During a replacement, we verify that the existing circuit meets these requirements before reusing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eR-410A refrigerant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR-410A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a proven, non-flammable refrigerant. According to ENERGY STAR, its global warming potential is 2,088, compared with 470 for R-454B, toward which the industry is moving. If this criterion matters to you, we can also present the Sirius Heat 12,000 BTU with R-454B.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is normal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite vapor during \u003cstrong\u003edefrosting\u003c\/strong\u003e, lasting five to ten minutes, along with a pause in indoor heating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA three-minute delay before the compressor restarts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA slight refrigerant hiss and plastic cracking sounds during temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater leaking indoors, a persistent error code, or a tripped circuit breaker requires the unit to be shut off. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/service-de-reparation-thermopompe-murale-grand-montreal\"\u003erepair service\u003c\/a\u003e can then assist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the \u003cstrong\u003eindoor filters\u003c\/strong\u003e every two weeks, clear snow from the condenser, and schedule annual \u003cstrong\u003eHVAC maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e for the coils, condensate drainage, and electrical connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy AirGreen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAirGreen is a family-owned \u003cstrong\u003eMontréal\u003c\/strong\u003e company that has been installing wall-mounted heat pumps in \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 for more than fifteen years. We hold the RBQ licences required by LogisVert, register the unit with the manufacturer, and provide a written quote after a free assessment, with no on-site signing required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule your free estimate for the DURASTAR Sirius Heat Wall-Mounted Heat Pump | 12,000 BTU - R410A: we will check your existing lines and circuit and confirm your $1,236 LogisVert rebate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Durastar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56308980056356,"sku":"DRA1H12S1A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1694\/6724\/files\/00_THERMOPOMPE_MURALE_DURASTAR_SIRIUS_HEAT_12000_BTU_R410A_MONTREAL_LAVAL_LONGUEUIL_RIVE_SUD_RIVE_NORD_7c1d1d33-88de-48b6-984c-456c000f01b8.png?v=1789646420","url":"https:\/\/airgreen.ca\/en\/products\/thermopompe-murale-durastar-sirius-heat-12000-btu-r410a","provider":"AirGreen Climatisation \u0026 Chauffage \/ Air Conditioning \u0026 Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}