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Klimaire DIY 36k R-454B 230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
36,000 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
19 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
-4 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
DIY install

The 36,000 BTU unit tops the DIY line on capacity but steps off the cold-climate list, landing at SEER2 19, EER2 9, and HSPF2 9 on R-454B at 230V. It heats 36,000 BTU at 47F, 23,400 BTU at 17F, and 20,400 BTU at 5F. Precharged quick-connect line sets still make this 3-ton head a self-install option, just without the cold-climate designation of its smaller siblings.

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Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY 36,000 BTU R-454B 208-230V (KIWQ36H2-45T / KOIQ36H2-45T) mini-split heat pump indoor wall unit and outdoor condenser kit

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Data completeness: 98%
Last sourced
Aug 17, 2026

SplitAtlas score

7.5 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBottom quartile

(19.0 SEER2) among 36k systems

Heating efficiencyBottom quartile

(9.0 HSPF2) among 36k systems

Cold-weather performanceBottom quartile

(56.7% heat retained at 5F; -4 F heating floor) among 36k systems

NoiseTop quartile

(-52 dBA indoor min / 63 dBA outdoor) among 36k systems

WarrantyBelow average

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

Installation accessibilityBelow average

(DIY-marketed; 25 ft precharged; 25 ft included line set) across the catalogue

Feature setBelow average

(3 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBottom quartile

(9 manuals; 51 error-code rows) across the catalogue

Key ratings

Rated cooling

36,000BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

36,000BTU/h[3]

Best-fit use cases

Best for a large main floor, garage, or shop in a moderate climate where a confident DIYer wants big single-zone capacity on a 230V circuit.

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

DIY install path, electrical work likely
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 18 A; breaker/fuse 30 A.
  • Line set: Quick-connect line connections; precharged 25 ft; included 25 ft; max 98 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 2026-08-17.

Source date

Model data sourced
Aug 17, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 26, 2026
Source-backed records
5
Newest source retrieved
Aug 17, 2026

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 3 years parts as standard; 5 years parts and 7 years compressor if registered residential use within 45 days.

Review methodology

Strengths

  • Full 36,000 BTU at 47F gives whole-floor or shop-level heating and cooling from a single DIY head.
  • The precharged quick-connect line set carries the DIY advantage up to the 3-ton class, no vacuum pump or refrigerant work needed.
  • SEER2 19 on low-GWP R-454B is still solid efficiency for a unit this large at a value price.

Weaknesses

  • Unlike the rest of the DIY line, it is not cold-climate designated, and output fades to 20,400 BTU at 5F in hard winters.
  • Not ENERGY STAR certified, and a 3-ton self-install stretches DIY practicality while support runs through a smaller distributor network.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-4 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
20,400 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
23,400 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
36,000 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Klimaire
Brand
Klimaire
Product line
Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY
Model number
KIWQ36H2-45T indoor / KOIQ36H2-45T outdoor
Indoor unit model
KIWQ36H2-45T
Outdoor unit model
KOIQ36H2-45T
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
36,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
36,000 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
18 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
30 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
19 SEER2[3]
EER2
9 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
2.1 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-4 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
5 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
122 F[1]
Indoor noise range
36-52 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
63 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
39.7 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
105.8 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[3]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
2,000 sq ft[1]
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 5/8 in suction
Included line-set length
25 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
98 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
65 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
Not ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
218067081[3]
Warranty
Standard: 3 yr parts (base residential coverage); Best case: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (registered residential use within 45 days). DIY Mini-Split Systems: 5 years parts / 7 years compressor when registered for residential use within 45 days; base coverage is 3 years parts; commercial use is 3 years parts and compressor.
Install path
DIY install
Retail price
We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-08-17.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public directory record 218067081, Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY brochure, ENERGY STAR exact check 218067081, KIWQ/KOIQ 2026 Installation and Users Manual, Klimaire mini-split wall-mount collection, 36,000 BTU KIWQ-KOIQ DIY Series Do-It-Yourself High Wall-Mounted Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump Air Conditioner with E-Z Kuick Connect Kit, Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY product page quick-connect documentation, HVACDirect exact Klimaire offer check klimaire-kiwq-koiq-diy-36k-r454b-230v, Klimaire warranty information
Specification sheet
not published
Last sourced date
Aug 17, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
18 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
30 A[1]
Maximum fuse size
30 A[1]
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
16 AWG, 4-conductor connection wiring[1]

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
5/8 in[1]
Line connection type
Quick-connect line connections[2]
Precharged length
25 ft[1]
Included line-set length
25 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
98 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
46.89 x 14.17 x 10.16 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
38.5 x 16.57 x 31.61 in[1]
Indoor weight
39.7 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
105.8 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY 36,000 BTU R-454B 208-230V (KIWQ36H2-45T / KOIQ36H2-45T) myself, or do I need a pro?
Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY 36,000 BTU R-454B 208-230V (KIWQ36H2-45T / KOIQ36H2-45T) is sold as a DIY-installable system with a pre-charged 25 ft line set, so no refrigerant handling or vacuum pump is required for a standard install. The electrical circuit is the part that is not DIY: plan on a licensed electrician for the dedicated circuit, and check whether your local permit office requires a permit for the install.
Will the Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY 36,000 BTU R-454B 208-230V (KIWQ36H2-45T / KOIQ36H2-45T) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 20,400 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -4 F. Certified heating efficiency is 9 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 Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY 36,000 BTU R-454B 208-230V (KIWQ36H2-45T / KOIQ36H2-45T) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 18 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 30 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 ft, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 25 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 Klimaire KIWQ-KOIQ DIY 36,000 BTU R-454B 208-230V (KIWQ36H2-45T / KOIQ36H2-45T) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 3 yr parts (base residential coverage); Best case: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (registered residential use within 45 days). 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. Klimaire Products Inc.: 9,000 BTU KIWQ-KOIQ DIY Series Do-It-Yourself High Wall-Mounted Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump Air Conditioner with E-Z Kuick Connect KitSourced - manufacturer product page

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

  2. Klimaire Products Inc.: KIWQ/KOIQ 2026 Installation and Users ManualSourced - secondary source

    Covers Line connection type

  3. AHRI certificate #218067081 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory

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

  4. ENERGY STAR record for AHRI #218067081 - search ENERGY STARSourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

  5. Klimaire Products Inc.: Klimaire Warranty Information - DIY Mini-Split SystemsSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Best-case compressor warranty, Best-case warranty conditions, Best-case parts warranty, Legacy compressor warranty value, Legacy warranty value, Standard warranty conditions and more

Last updated

Jul 26, 2026