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Senville / LETO Series

Senville LETO 9k R-454B 115V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
9,000 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
21.5 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
5 F[1]
Voltage
103.5-126.5[1]
Install path
Professional install / DIY-marketed

The LETO 9k on 115V is Senville's cheapest entry, at SEER2 21.5 - respectable - but rated only to +5F. That is the whole story of this line: the efficiency is fine and the heating is not.

In a hot climate where winter is incidental it is a reasonable small-room buy. Anywhere that freezes, the AURA 9k holds -22F and is the system you actually want.

1 zoneProfessional install / DIY-marketedCurrent

Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) mini-split heat pump indoor wall unit and outdoor condenser

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Data completeness: 83%
Last sourced
Aug 17, 2026

SplitAtlas score

7.6 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBelow average

(21.5 SEER2) among <=9k systems

Heating efficiencyBottom quartile

(9.0 HSPF2) among <=9k systems

Cold-weather performanceBottom quartile

(65% heat retained at 5F; 5 F heating floor) among <=9k systems

NoiseBelow average

(22 dBA indoor min / 55 dBA outdoor) among <=9k systems

WarrantyBottom quartile

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

Feature setBelow average

(5 verified features) across the catalogue

Price-to-performanceTop 10%

($700 median retail) among <=9k systems

Documentation & partsTop 10%

(10 manuals; spec sheet; 51 error-code rows; parts channel) across the catalogue

Key ratings

Rated cooling

9,000BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

10,000BTU/h[3]

Buyer review snapshot

Best for / skip if

Best for

  • Homes planning around a 103.5-126.5 branch circuit.

Install difficulty

Professional flared-line install
  • Electrical: 103.5-126.5; MCA 18 A; breaker/fuse 20 A.
  • Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 25 ft; included 16 ft; max 25 ft.

Alternatives

Availability and price context

  • Verified current price: $699.99 at Senville; availability in_stock; checked Jul 24, 2026.

Source date

Model data sourced
Aug 17, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 24, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Aug 17, 2026

Warranty tiers

Warranty: 5 years parts and compressor as standard.

Review methodology

Strengths

  • SEER2 21.5 is decent for an entry line.
  • 115V, so no new circuit.

Weaknesses

  • Rated only to +5F - not a heating system.
  • AURA holds -22F for a modest step up.

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
5 F[1]
Rated heating at 5F
6,500 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
8,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
10,000 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
Senville
Brand
Senville
Product line
LETO Series
Model number
SENL-09CD-ILL indoor / SENL-09CD-OL outdoor
Indoor unit model
SENL-09CD-ILL
Outdoor unit model
SENL-09CD-OL
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
9,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
10,000 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
103.5-126.5[1]
MCA
18 A[1]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
20 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
21.5 SEER2[3]
EER2
12.5 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
1.96 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
5 F[1]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
not published
Maximum outdoor temperature
not published
Indoor noise range
36.5 / 31.0 / 22.0[1]
Outdoor noise rating
55 dBA[1]
Indoor weight
not published
Outdoor weight
not published
Refrigerant
R-454B[3]
Refrigerant charge
25.4 oz[1]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
not published
Included line-set length
16 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
25 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
supported[1]
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
215735286[3]
Warranty
Standard: 5 yr parts / 5 yr compressor (published warranty terms). 5 Years Compressor / 5 Years Parts
Install path
Professional install / DIY-marketed
Marketing install label
DIY-marketed
Retail price
$699.99
Available retailers
Senville
Manual links
LETO 9,000 BTU ahri certificate, AHRI Appendix M1 public detail record 215735286, LETO 9,000 BTU energy guide, ENERGY STAR exact-match row check for AHRI 215735286, Senville LETO Installation Manual, LETO 9,000 BTU owner manual, HVACDirect exact search outcome for SENL-09CD-OL / SENL-09CD-ILL, LETO 9,000 BTU service manual, LETO 9,000 BTU Senville product-page specifications, LETO 9,000 BTU warranty
Specification sheet
LETO 9,000 BTU Senville product-page specifications
Last sourced date
Aug 17, 2026

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Parts and filters

Fits Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL). Part numbers and fit notes identify compatibility only; no manufacturer endorsement is implied.

air-filter

Indoor filters (SENL/09CD/IX - SENL/09CD/IY - SENL/09CD/ILL)

Fits
Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL)
OEM part number
PL09443
Fit note
Fits SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL. Senville publishes this LETO ILL-family filter SKU and sells it directly at https://senville.com/indoor-filters-senl-09cd-ix/. HVACDirect did not expose an exact Senville filter page, so no affiliate offer is attached.
Source
Senville LETO filter product page, Product details, page product page (PL09443)

remote-control

Remote control (ILL)

Fits
Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL)
OEM part number
PAR669
Fit note
Fits SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL. Senville sells the ILL replacement remote directly at https://senville.com/remote-control-ill/. HVACDirect did not expose an exact Senville remote page, so no affiliate offer is attached.
Source
Senville Remote Control (ILL), Product details, page product page (PAR669)

smart-wifi-usb-kit

Senville Smart WiFi USB Kit for Mini Split, Works with Alexa

Fits
Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL)
OEM part number
SEN20-ACK1T
Fit note
Fits SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL. Senville publishes SEN20-ACK1T for compatible post-2019 indoor units and sells it directly at https://senville.com/senville-smart-wifi-usb-kit-for-mini-split-works-with-alexa/. HVACDirect did not expose an exact Senville Wi-Fi kit page, so no affiliate offer is attached.
Source
Senville Smart WiFi USB Kit for Mini Split, Works with Alexa, Product details, page product page (SEN20-ACK1T)

line-set-installation-kit

25 ft flared line-set installation kit - 1/4 x 3/8

Fits
Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL)
OEM part number
PJX-1-75E
Fit note
Fits SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL. Use this size for 6k, 9k, and 12k Senville indoor units or matching multizone ports. Senville sells the PJX-1-75E line set directly; HVACDirect was verified as a live exact-dimension 25 ft install-kit page on 2026-08-01. First-party path: https://senville.com/25-ft-insulated-line-set-1-4-and-3-8/.
Source
Senville 25 Ft. Insulated Line Set - 1/4 and 3/8, Technical Specifications, page product page (SKU | PJX-1-75E)

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Electrical requirements

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Voltage
not published
Voltage range
103.5-126.5[1]
Phase
single-phase[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
18 A[1]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
not published
Maximum fuse size
20 A[1]
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
14*4 AWG[1]

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
not published
Suction line
not published
Line connection type
Flared line connections[2]
Precharged length
25 ft[1]
Included line-set length
16 ft[1]
Maximum line-set length
25 ft[1]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
28.43 in W x 11.42 in H x 7.36 in D[1]
Outdoor dimensions
30.12 in W x 21.85 in H x 11.93 in D[1]
Indoor weight
not published
Outdoor weight
not published
Drain size
not published

Related systems and guides

Frequently asked questions

Can I install the Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) myself, or do I need a pro?
Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) 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 Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 6,500 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to 5 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 Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) need?
Published electrical requirements: 103.5-126.5 voltage, 18 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 20 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 25 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 Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) carry?
The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / 5 yr compressor (published warranty terms). 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. Senville: Senville LETO 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (SENL-09CD-ILL / SENL-09CD-OL) official product pageSourced - manufacturer product page

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

  2. Senville: Senville LETO Installation ManualSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Line connection type

  3. AHRI certificate #215735286 - 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: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 215735288Sourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

Last updated

Jul 24, 2026