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Samsung WindFree IAQ 24k R-32 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
22,000 BTU/h[2]
SEER2
20 SEER2[2]
Heating floor
-5 F[1]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

The IAQ 24k certifies 22,000 BTU - size from that figure - at SEER2 20 with a -5F heating floor, the top of the WindFree range. Efficiency is at the bottom of the band here, which is the normal taper at maximum capacity. Above this size Samsung's WindFree comfort features stop entirely, so a larger room means giving up the feature you came for.

1 zoneProfessional installCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-32 - current-generation refrigerant

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Samsung WindFree IAQ 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKX)

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Last sourced
Jul 23, 2026

SplitAtlas score

7.7 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBelow average

(20.0 SEER2) among 24k systems

Heating efficiencyBottom quartile

(8.0 HSPF2) among 24k systems

Cold-weather performanceBottom quartile

(72.1% heat retained at 5F; -5 F heating floor) among 24k systems

NoiseBelow average

(30 dBA indoor min / 54 dBA outdoor) among 24k systems

WarrantyAbove average

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

Feature setAbove average

(6 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(2 manuals; spec sheet) 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

22,000BTU/h[2]

Rated heating

24,000BTU/h[2]

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 21 A; breaker/fuse 30 A.
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 24.6 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 this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-07-23.

Source date

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

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 10 years parts and compressor if eligible registered system.

Review methodology

Strengths

  • The largest WindFree system, with no-draft comfort and filtration.

Weaknesses

  • Certifies 22,000 BTU, not 24,000.
  • SEER2 20 - the bottom of the WindFree band.
  • -5F heating floor.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-5 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
17,300 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 17F
20,400 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating at 47F
24,000 BTU/h[2]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Samsung
Brand
Samsung
Product line
WindFree IAQ
Model number
AR24DXKAPWKN indoor / AR24DXFAMWKX outdoor
Indoor unit model
AR24DXKAPWKN
Outdoor unit model
AR24DXFAMWKX
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
22,000 BTU/h[2]
Rated heating capacity
24,000 BTU/h[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
21 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
30 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
20 SEER2[2]
EER2
12.2 EER2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
8 HSPF2[2]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
1.92 COP[2]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-5 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
14 F[1]
Maximum outdoor temperature
115 F[1]
Indoor noise range
45 / 30 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
54 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
28.9 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
150.4 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-32[2]
Refrigerant charge
70.6 oz[1]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
1/4 in liquid / 1/2 in suction
Included line-set length
Samsung professional-install high-wall systems publish piping sizes, chargeless/precharged length, and maximum line limits, but no included line set is part of the system packet.
Maximum line-set length
98 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
66 ft[1]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[3]
AHRI certification number
215222785[2]
Warranty
Best case: 10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (eligible registered system). 10 year warranty with product registration required; conditions apply.
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 2026-07-23.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
Samsung RAC R-32 WindFree installation manual, Samsung RAC R-32 technical data book
Specification sheet
Samsung RAC R-32 technical data book
Last sourced date
Jul 23, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
21 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
30 A[1]
Maximum fuse size
not published
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
Outdoor unit powers indoor unit; communication AWG 18 or line-specific interconnect per manual[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
Samsung professional-install high-wall systems publish piping sizes, chargeless/precharged length, and maximum line limits, but no included line set is part of the system packet.
Maximum line-set length
98 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
41-9/16 x 13-9/16 x 8-7/16 in[1]
Outdoor dimensions
37 x 39-5/16 x 13 in[1]
Indoor weight
28.9 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
150.4 lb[1]
Drain size
ID18 or 11/16 in OD[1]

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Samsung WindFree IAQ 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKX) myself, or do I need a pro?
Samsung WindFree IAQ 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKX) 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 Samsung WindFree IAQ 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKX) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 17,300 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -5 F. Certified heating efficiency is 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 Samsung WindFree IAQ 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKX) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 21 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 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 Samsung WindFree IAQ 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKX) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Best case: 10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (eligible registered 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. Samsung HVAC, LLC: Samsung WindFree Standard manufacturer technical table for AR09DXFAMWKN / AR09DXFAMWKXSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Frequency, electrical_spec.guaranteed_voltage_range, Maximum breaker size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Manufacturer wire notes and more

  2. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI public detail 215222785 for AR24DXKAPWKN / AR24DXFAMWKXSourced - AHRI directory

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

  3. ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR record 3554504 for AR24DXFAMWKX / AR24DXKAPWKNSourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

  4. Samsung HVAC, LLC: Samsung WindFree IAQ product page warranty statementSourced - manufacturer product page

    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