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Mitsubishi Electric / M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i

Mitsubishi M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12k Floor Console Mini-Split

Certified capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
17.2 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-13 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12k is Mitsubishi's low-wall alternative to a wall head: a 12,000 BTU floor console for rooms where air should wash across the lower part of the space instead of dropping from high on a wall. The H2i outdoor unit is the reason to choose this version: it keeps 15,000 BTU at 5F, compared with 9,300 BTU at 17F, so winter output is the point more than peak SEER2.

The catch is placement. A floor console is easier to live with in rooms with low windows or sloped ceilings, but it still claims floor/wall space and needs furniture kept clear of the discharge. MitsubishiPro listed part of this pairing as on Quality Hold in August 2026, so confirm availability with the dealer quote.

1 zoneProfessional installCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Mitsubishi Electric floor-mounted indoor console for an M-Series MFZ system.

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Last sourced
Aug 5, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.4 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBottom quartile

(17.2 SEER2) among 12k systems

Heating efficiencyTop quartile

(10.0 HSPF2) among 12k systems

Cold-weather performanceTop 10%

(5F certified capacity: 100% of the 47F rating; -13 F heating floor) among 12k systems

NoiseAbove average

(21 dBA indoor min / 55 dBA outdoor) among 12k systems

WarrantyBelow average

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

Feature setAbove average

(5 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

Not evaluated

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

    professional install - DIY-accessibility not applicable

  • Price-to-value — not evaluatedN/A

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

12,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

15,000BTU/h[2]

Buyer review snapshot

Best for / skip if

Skip if

  • Top-efficiency cooling is the priority; SEER2 is 17.2.

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 25 A; breaker/fuse 42 A maximum (calculated recommendation: 40 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below that maximum).
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 25 ft; max 100 ft.

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Availability and price context

This Mitsubishi Electric system is sold through dealers, so its price comes as an installed quote that depends on your home. Get installation quotes to price it.

Source date

Model data sourced
Aug 5, 2026
Page reviewed
Aug 2, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Sep 12, 2026

Warranty tiers

Base
5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor - licensed HVAC contractor installation

The score uses Base. Additional published terms are shown for reference and not counted in the score.

Review methodology

Model context

Mitsubishi dealer channel
Mitsubishi Electric equipment is sold through its dealer network; installed price depends on the local contractor.
Install path
This is professional-install equipment; price it with an installed quote.
Structured ratings
Certification: ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -13 F.

Strengths

  • 15,000 BTU at 5F; this H2i pairing is built around cold-weather output.
  • 12,000 BTU low-wall comfort where a high wall head is awkward.
  • 9,300 BTU at 17F and 15,000 BTU at 5F give real heating numbers to size against.

Weaknesses

  • H2i cold-weather output costs efficiency: SEER2 is 17.2, usually below the standard outdoor pairing at the same head and size.
  • Takes low-wall floor space and can be blocked by furniture more easily than a ceiling cassette.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-13 F[1]
Heating capacity at −13°F
9,000 BTU/h[3]
Certified heating at 5F
15,000 BTU/h[2]
Maximum heating at 5F (manufacturer)
15,000 BTU/h[1]
Rated heating at 17F
9,300 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
15,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Electric
Brand
Mitsubishi Electric
Product line
M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i
Model number
MFZ-KX12NL-U1 indoor / SUZ-AA12NLHZ-U1 outdoor
Indoor unit model
MFZ-KX12NL-U1
Outdoor unit model
SUZ-AA12NLHZ-U1
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
12,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
15,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
25 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
42 A[1]

Calculated recommendation: 40 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below the published 42 A maximum.

Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
17.2 SEER2[2]
EER2
13.9 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
10 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
3.7 COP[1]
COP at 5F
2 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-13 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
14 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
115 F[1]
Indoor noise range
cooling 21 , 27 , 34 , 41 , 46; heating 21 , 27 , 34 , 40 , 46[1]
Outdoor noise rating
55 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
33 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
115 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[1]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 3/8 in suction
Included line-set length
Mitsubishi submittals publish line-size and maximum/precharged piping data; the installing contractor supplies the line set.
Maximum line-set length
100 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
50 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[2]
AHRI certification number
215734913[2]
Warranty
Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (licensed HVAC contractor installation). Score uses Base.. METUS residential warranty terms list a standard 5-year parts and 7-year compressor term when installed by a licensed HVAC contractor, with enhanced registered coverage available under program conditions.
Install path
Professional install
Retail price
Installed quote only
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public detail 215734913, OBH944B.pdf, MitsubishiPro product record MFZ-KX12NL, MitsubishiPro product record SUZ-AA12NLHZ, MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ Mitsubishi Electric submittal, METUS Residential M-Series, P-Series and SMART MULTI Limited Warranty Statement
Specification sheet
MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ Mitsubishi Electric submittal
Last sourced date
Aug 5, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
not published
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
25 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
42 A[1]

Calculated recommendation: 40 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below the published 42 A maximum.

Maximum fuse size
42 A[1]

Calculated recommendation: 40 A is the nearest standard fuse size at or below the published 42 A maximum.

Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
14 AWG indoor-outdoor[1]

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
1/4 in[1]
Suction line
3/8 in[1]
Line connection type
not published
Precharged length
25 ft[1]
Included line-set length
Mitsubishi submittals publish line-size and maximum/precharged piping data; the installing contractor supplies the line set.
Maximum line-set length
100 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
29-1/2 x 8-7/16 x 23-5/8 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
33-1/16 x 13 x 34-5/8 in[1]
Indoor weight
33 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
115 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ) myself, or do I need a pro?
Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ) 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 Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ) keep heating in a cold winter?
The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 15,000 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -13 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10 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 Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 25 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 42 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Calculated recommendation: 40 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below the published 42 A maximum. 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 100 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 25 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
What warranty does the Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console H2i 12,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (licensed HVAC contractor installation). Score uses Base.. 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. Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC: MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ Mitsubishi Electric submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, electrical_spec.guaranteed_voltage_range, electrical_spec.indoor_mca_amps, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity and more

  2. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail 215734913Sourced - AHRI directory

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

  3. Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC: MFZ-KX12NL / SUZ-AA12NLHZ Mitsubishi Electric submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Maximum heating capacity at low temperature, Low-temperature heating capacity test point

  4. Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC: METUS Residential M-Series, P-Series and SMART MULTI Limited Warranty StatementSourced - secondary source

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

Last updated

Aug 2, 2026