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Mitsubishi Electric / M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console

Mitsubishi M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console 15k Floor Console 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
15,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
20.1 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-4 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console 15k is Mitsubishi's low-wall alternative to a wall head: a 15,000 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 standard outdoor unit favors efficiency and moderate-climate balance, with SEER2 20.1, EER2 13, HSPF2 10.5, and 9,800 BTU at 5F.

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.

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Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Last sourced
Aug 5, 2026

SplitAtlas score

7.9 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBelow average

(20.1 SEER2) among 18k systems

Heating efficiencyTop quartile

(10.5 HSPF2) among 18k systems

Cold-weather performanceBottom quartile

(5F certified capacity: 54.4% of the 47F rating; -4 F heating floor) among 18k systems

NoiseTop quartile

(28 dBA indoor min / 51 dBA outdoor) among 18k systems

WarrantyBelow average

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

Feature setBottom quartile

(3 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

15,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

18,000BTU/h[2]

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 17 A; breaker/fuse 29 A maximum (calculated recommendation: 25 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below that maximum).
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 25 ft; max 65 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
3
Newest source retrieved
Aug 5, 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.

Strengths

  • 20.1 SEER2 / 13 EER2 / 10.5 HSPF2 certified efficiency.
  • 15,000 BTU low-wall comfort where a high wall head is awkward.
  • 10,900 BTU at 17F and 9,800 BTU at 5F give real heating numbers to size against.

Weaknesses

  • Not AHRI cold-climate designated; 5F heat falls to 9,800 BTU, so size carefully in northern winters.
  • Takes low-wall floor space and can be blocked by furniture more easily than a ceiling cassette.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-4 F[1]
Certified heating at 5F
9,800 BTU/h[2]
Maximum heating at 5F (manufacturer)
9,800 BTU/h[1]
Rated heating at 17F
10,900 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
18,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Electric
Brand
Mitsubishi Electric
Product line
M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console
Model number
MFZ-KX15NL-U1 indoor / SUZ-AA15NL-U1 outdoor
Indoor unit model
MFZ-KX15NL-U1
Outdoor unit model
SUZ-AA15NL-U1
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
15,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
18,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
17 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
29 A[1]

Calculated recommendation: 25 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below the published 29 A maximum.

Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
20.1 SEER2[2]
EER2
13 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
10.5 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
3.8 COP[1]
COP at 5F
3 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-4 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
14 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
115 F[1]
Indoor noise range
cooling 28 , 33 , 38 , 43 , 47; heating 29 , 35 , 40 , 45 , 49[1]
Outdoor noise rating
51 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
33 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
81 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[1]
Refrigerant charge
not published
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 1/2 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
65 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
40 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[2]
AHRI certification number
215734902[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 215734902, OBH944B.pdf, MitsubishiPro product record MFZ-KX15NL, MitsubishiPro product record SUZ-AA15NL, MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL Mitsubishi Electric submittal, METUS Residential M-Series, P-Series and SMART MULTI Limited Warranty Statement
Specification sheet
MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL 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
17 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
29 A[1]

Calculated recommendation: 25 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below the published 29 A maximum.

Maximum fuse size
29 A[1]

Calculated recommendation: 25 A is the nearest standard fuse size at or below the published 29 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
1/2 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
65 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
31-1/2 x 11-1/4 x 21-5/8 in[1]
Indoor weight
33 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
81 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console 15,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL) myself, or do I need a pro?
Mitsubishi Electric M-Series MFZ Floor-Mounted Console 15,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL) 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 15,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL) keep heating in a cold winter?
The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 9,800 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -4 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10.5 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 15,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 17 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 29 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Calculated recommendation: 25 A is the nearest standard breaker size at or below the published 29 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 65 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 15,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (MFZ-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL) 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-KX15NL / SUZ-AA15NL 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 215734902Sourced - 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: 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