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GREE Sapphire 9k R-410A 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
9,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
27 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-22 F[3]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The Gree Sapphire 9k (R-410A) is the discontinued predecessor to the current R-32 Sapphire 9k: SEER2 27, EER2 16.6, HSPF2 11 on R-410A, with 9,000 BTU at 47F and a strong 13,000 BTU at 5F. Efficient, and strong in the cold for its day without holding a cold-climate designation; new buyers should choose the current R-32 Sapphire 9k.

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GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO)

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Data completeness: 82%
Last sourced
Jul 24, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.6 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyTop quartile

(27.0 SEER2) among <=9k systems

Heating efficiencyAbove average

(11.0 HSPF2) among <=9k systems

Cold-weather performanceTop quartile

(100% heat retained at 5F; -22 F heating floor) among <=9k systems

WarrantyBelow average

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

Feature setBottom quartile

(2 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsTop quartile

(6 manuals; spec sheet; parts channel) across the catalogue

Not evaluated

  • Installation accessibility — not applicable (professional install)N/A

    professional install - DIY-accessibility not applicable

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

9,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

9,000BTU/h[2]

Buyer review snapshot

Best for / skip if

Best for

  • Top efficiency shortlists; SEER2 is 27.

Skip if

  • You are shopping for a current-generation recommendation; catalog lifecycle is LEGACY.

Install difficulty

Professional flared-line install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 9 A; breaker/fuse 15 A.
  • Line set: Flared line connections; max 49 ft.

Alternatives

Availability and price context

We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-07-24.

Purchase channel policy

GREE publishes an online/retail warranty-claim path for equipment purchased online, Home Depot, or Lowes rather than treating online purchase as a warranty voidance.

Warranty impact
Online purchase changes the claim path: routine parts use GREE's online claim form, while compressor failures and refrigerant leaks require tech-support confirmation before the online claim.
Installation condition
Warranty claims for online/retail purchases must be completed by a contractor after an on-site diagnosis, with required documentation such as purchase receipt or installation invoice and data-plate photos.
Authorized channel
GREE distributor path for distributor purchases; GREE online warranty claim form for equipment purchased online, Home Depot, or Lowes; GREE Select dealer installation and registration for the 10-year extended warranty.

GREE online purchases have a manufacturer-published warranty path, but buyers should keep purchase and installation documents and use a licensed HVAC contractor for diagnosis and claims.

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Source: GREE Comfort: How Does the GREE Warranty Work? Coverage, Claims, and 10-Year Extension Guide; retrieved Aug 15, 2026.

Source date

Model data sourced
Jul 24, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 23, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Jul 24, 2026

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 5 years parts and 7 years compressor as standard.

Review methodology

Strengths

  • SEER2 27 / EER2 16.6 - high efficiency; 13,000 BTU of heat at 5F.
  • Strong low-temperature output for a compact unit, though it carries no cold-climate designation.

Weaknesses

  • R-410A and being phased out - the current R-32 Sapphire 9k is the recommended replacement.
  • Thin support network; parts/refrigerant will grow scarcer.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-22 F[3]
Rated heating at 5F
13,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 17F
8,200 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
9,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
GREE
Brand
GREE
Product line
Sapphire
Model number
SAP09HP230V1AH indoor / SAP09HP230V1AO outdoor
Indoor unit model
SAP09HP230V1AH
Outdoor unit model
SAP09HP230V1AO
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
9,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
9,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
9 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
15 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
27 SEER2[2]
EER2
16.6 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
11 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
1.91 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-22 F[3]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
0 F[3]
Maximum outdoor temperature
129 F[3]
Indoor noise range
not published
Outdoor noise rating
not published
Indoor weight
not published
Outdoor weight
not published
Refrigerant
R-410A[2]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/2 in liquid / 1/4 in suction
Included line-set length
GREE professional single-zone systems publish field-supplied flared line sizes and maximum/precharged piping data; no included consumer line set length is published.
Maximum line-set length
49 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
33 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
Not ENERGY STAR certified[2]
AHRI certification number
10149900[2]
Warranty
Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (eligible residential system). Standard residential GREE single-zone mini-split warranty is 5 years parts and 7 years compressor for eligible units.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-07-24.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public detail SAP09HP230V1AO / SAP09HP230V1AH, ENERGY STAR exact row lookup for SAP09HP230V1AO / SAP09HP230V1AH, GREE current Sapphire product/catalog page, HVACDirect exact search for SAP09HP230V1AO / SAP09HP230V1AH, GREE Sapphire 9k submittal, GREE DFS warranty statement for units installed after 2021-12-31
Specification sheet
GREE Sapphire 9k submittal
Last sourced date
Jul 24, 2026

Parts and filters

Fits GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO). Part numbers and fit notes identify compatibility only; no manufacturer endorsement is implied.

remote-control

Wireless remote controller - YAG1FB2F

Fits
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO)
OEM part number
YAG1FB2F
Fit note
Fits SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO. GREE publishes YAG1FB2F in the model submittal; no HVACDirect exact replacement remote page was verified, so order through GREE/distributor parts support by indoor model and remote code.
Source
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) Submittal, Controller options, page p. 1 (YAG1FB2F)

wired-controller

XE71 wired wall controller

Fits
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO)
OEM part number
XE71
Fit note
Fits SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO where the GREE submittal lists the XE71 wired controller option. HVACDirect was verified as a live exact GREE XE71 product page on 2026-08-01; its retailer model/SKU is MC20700970.
Source
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) Submittal, Controller options, page p. 1 (XE71)

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line-set-installation-kit

25 ft flared line-set installation kit - 1/4 x 1/2

Fits
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO)
Fit note
Fits SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO by the 1/4 x 1/2 flared line-set dimensions in the GREE submittal. The HVACDirect page was verified live on 2026-08-01 as an exact-dimension 25 ft install-kit page, not a GREE OEM exact-part listing.
Source
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) Submittal, Refrigerant pipe connections, page p. 1 (Liquid Pipe Size (OD) 1/4-in Gas Pipe Size (OD) 1/2-in)

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Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
9 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
15 A[1]
Maximum fuse size
15 A[1]
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
not published

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
1/2 in[1]
Suction line
1/4 in[1]
Line connection type
Flared line connections[1]
Precharged length
not published
Included line-set length
GREE professional single-zone systems publish field-supplied flared line sizes and maximum/precharged piping data; no included consumer line set length is published.
Maximum line-set length
49 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
not published
Outdoor dimensions
not published
Indoor weight
not published
Outdoor weight
not published
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) myself, or do I need a pro?
GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) 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 GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 13,000 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 F. Certified heating efficiency is 11 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 GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 9 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 15 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 49 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 GREE Sapphire 9,000 BTU R-410A 208/230V (SAP09HP230V1AH / SAP09HP230V1AO) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (eligible residential system). 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. GREE Comfort: GREE Sapphire 9k submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage and more

  2. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail for SAP09HP230V1AO / SAP09HP230V1AHSourced - AHRI directory

    Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Energy Star status and more

  3. GREE Comfort: GREE current Vireo+ Ultra product/catalog pageSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Minimum outdoor cooling temperature, Minimum outdoor heating temperature, performance_spec.max_ambient_heating_temp_f, Maximum outdoor temperature

  4. GREE Comfort: GREE DFS warranty statement for units installed after 2021-12-31Sourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Legacy compressor warranty value, Legacy warranty value, Standard compressor warranty, Standard warranty conditions, Standard parts warranty, Warranty notes

Last updated

Jul 23, 2026