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Friedrich Floating Air Select 18k R-32 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
18,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
21 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-5 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The best-rounded Select unit, this 18,000 BTU 230V head pairs R-32 with 21 SEER2, 11.95 EER2, and 9.8 HSPF2, and it does earn ENERGY STAR. Heating runs 18,000 BTU at 47F, 14,800 BTU at 17F, and 13,700 BTU at 5F. Though not cold-climate certified, it holds its heat more gracefully than the rest of the value line.

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Refrigerant generation

R-32 - current-generation refrigerant

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Friedrich Floating Air Select 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3D) mini-split heat pump outdoor condenser

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Data completeness: 92%
Last sourced
Jul 27, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.4 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBelow average

(21.0 SEER2) among 18k systems

Heating efficiencyAbove average

(9.8 HSPF2) among 18k systems

Cold-weather performanceBelow average

(76.1% heat retained at 5F; -5 F heating floor) among 18k systems

NoiseTop quartile

(-48 dBA indoor min / 56 dBA outdoor) among 18k systems

WarrantyAbove average

(7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor) across the catalogue

Feature setAbove average

(6 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(8 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

18,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

18,000BTU/h[2]

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 14.5 A; breaker/fuse 20 A.
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 24.6 ft; max 98.4 ft.

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Availability and price context

We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-07-27.

Source date

Model data sourced
Jul 27, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 23, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Jul 23, 2026

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 7 years parts and 10 years compressor if the system is registered.

Review methodology

Strengths

  • ENERGY STAR certified with the strongest efficiency numbers of the Select line (21 SEER2, 11.95 EER2).
  • Retains a reasonable 13,700 BTU at 5F, a gentler taper than its Select siblings.
  • Low-GWP R-32 refrigerant plus Friedrich's dealer and warranty support.

Weaknesses

  • Not cold-climate designated, so its 5F output is not a guaranteed cold-climate figure and shouldn't anchor a harsh-winter sizing.
  • 230V and dealer-quoted, without one-click retail pricing.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-5 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
13,700 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 17F
14,800 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
18,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Friedrich
Brand
Friedrich
Product line
Floating Air Select
Model number
FAHFW18A3D indoor / FSHSR18B3D outdoor
Indoor unit model
FAHFW18A3D
Outdoor unit model
FSHSR18B3D
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
18,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
18,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
14.5 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
20 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
21 SEER2[2]
EER2
11.95 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9.8 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
3.91 COP[1]
COP at 5F
2.5 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-5 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
5 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
118 F[1]
Indoor noise range
36-48 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
56 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
32 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
86 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-32[1]
Refrigerant charge
45.9 oz[1]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 1/2 in suction
Included line-set length
Friedrich Floating Air professional-install sources publish required refrigerant line-set sizes and allowed min/max lengths, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
98.4 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
49.2 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[3]
AHRI certification number
215792216[2]
Warranty
Best case: 7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (registration). 7-year limited parts warranty and 10-year compressor warranty with registration.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-07-27.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public directory record 215792216, ENERGY STAR record 3995711 for FSHSR18B3D / FAHFW18A3D, HVACDirect exact Friedrich Floating Air t78 model search summary, Friedrich Floating Air manufacturer page snapshot, Friedrich t78 source manifest, status table, and skipped-model list, Friedrich Floating Air ductless 2026 brochure, Friedrich Floating Air Select wall-mounted single-zone submittal, Friedrich Floating Air ductless warranty
Specification sheet
Friedrich Floating Air ductless 2026 brochure
Last sourced date
Jul 27, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
14.5 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
20 A[1]
Maximum fuse size
20 A[1]
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
4 x 14 AWG communication wire[1]

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
1/2 in[1]
Line connection type
not published
Precharged length
24.6 ft[1]
Included line-set length
Friedrich Floating Air professional-install sources publish required refrigerant line-set sizes and allowed min/max lengths, but no included line set.
Maximum line-set length
98.4 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
45-2/8 x 13-2/8 x 10-1/8 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
31-7/8 x 23 x 11 in[1]
Indoor weight
32 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
86 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Friedrich Floating Air Select 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3D) myself, or do I need a pro?
Friedrich Floating Air Select 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3D) is built for professional installation: the line set must be flared, evacuated, and charged, which requires EPA-certified refrigerant handling. Installing it outside the manufacturer's requirements can void the warranty, so budget for a qualified HVAC installer.
Will the Friedrich Floating Air Select 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3D) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 13,700 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -5 F. Certified heating efficiency is 9.8 HSPF2. Match those numbers against your climate's design temperature - in cold regions, output at 5F matters far more than the nameplate capacity measured at 47F.
What electrical circuit does the Friedrich Floating Air Select 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3D) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 14.5 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 20 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
How far can the outdoor unit be from the indoor head?
The published maximum line-set length is 98.4 ft, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 24.6 ft. Longer runs than the included set allows typically mean added refrigerant and a pro visit, so measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Friedrich Floating Air Select 18,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3D) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Best case: 7 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (registration). Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.

Data sources

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  1. Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.: FAHSW09A1C & FSHSR09B1C Friedrich Floating Air Select specificationsSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Manufacturer wire notes and more

  2. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail 215792216 for FAHFW18A3D / FSHSR18B3DSourced - AHRI directory

    Covers AHRI certification number, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity, HSPF2 (Region 4) and more

  3. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR record 3995711 for FSHSR18B3D / FAHFW18A3DSourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

  4. Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.: Friedrich Floating Air ductless warrantySourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Best-case compressor warranty, Best-case warranty conditions, Best-case parts warranty, Legacy compressor warranty value, Legacy warranty value, Warranty notes

Last updated

Jul 23, 2026