TOSOT / Multi Ultra Heat
TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 42k R-32 208/230V 5-Zone Mini-Split
The TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 5-zone 42k covers five rooms from one 208/230V outdoor unit on R-32, ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated, at a certified nominal SEER2 of 21 (EER2 13, HSPF2 10). That nominal is the all-non-ducted certified figure and depends on the heads you attach.
Its certified heating is notably strong in the cold - rated 42000 BTU at 47F, 44500 at 17F, and 37800 at 5F, holding high output through the mid-cold range before tapering at 5F. TOSOT is a value brand (TOSOT/Gree family) sold on tosot.com, professionally installed and priced by quote.
Refrigerant generation
R-32 - current-generation refrigerant
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- Last sourced
- Jul 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
9.0 / 10
(21.0 SEER2) among >36k systems
(10.0 HSPF2) among >36k systems
(90% heat retained at 5F; -22 F heating floor) among >36k systems
(10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(4 verified features) across the catalogue
(7 manuals; spec sheet; 14 error-code rows) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
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Best for
- 5-zone projects in the 42k outdoor capacity class.
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 30 A; breaker/fuse 45 A.
- Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 164 ft; max 328 ft.
- 5-zone condenser; indoor-head matching and branch layout are part of the job.
Availability and price context
We could not verify a current retail price for this model. These TOSOT/Cosmo multi-zone systems are professional-install equipment, so we link to contractor quotes rather than a retail price.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Jul 29, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 29, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 5
- Newest source retrieved
- Jul 29, 2026
Warranty tiers
Warranty: 10 years parts and compressor as standard.
Model context
- Install path
- This is professional-install equipment; no verified current retail offer is attached.
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified, ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-32. Minimum heating ambient: -22 F.
Strengths
- Five zones from one outdoor unit with strong certified cold-weather heat (44500 BTU rated at 17F, 37800 at 5F).
- Certified SEER2 21 / EER2 13 / HSPF2 10, ENERGY STAR certified and cold-climate designated on R-32.
- One 208/230V circuit for five rooms at a value price.
Weaknesses
- Five-zone total capacity is shared; size to the condenser, not five full rooms.
- Value-brand dealer/service network is thinner than the majors'.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -22 F[1]
- Rated heating at 5F
- 37,800 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 44,500 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 42,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- TOSOT
- Brand
- TOSOT
- Product line
- Multi Ultra Heat
- Model number
- TMH42D32MO
- Indoor unit model
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor unit model
- TMH42D32MO
- Number of zones
- 5
- Max indoor units
- 5 units[1]
- Rated cooling capacity
- 42,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 42,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 30 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 45 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 21 SEER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- EER2
- 13 EER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 10 HSPF2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- Certified per indoor-unit combination, not per outdoor unit
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- 3.9 COP[1]
- COP at 5F
- 2.1 COPNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 118 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor noise rating
- 54 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- 174 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-32[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- 95.24 oz[1]
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 1/4 in x 5 liquid / 3/8 in x 5 suction
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 328 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82 ft[1]
- Maximum elevation difference
- 82 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- 82 ft[1]
- Wi-Fi support
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 217994515Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Warranty
- Standard: 10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (equipment sold and installed by licensed professionals in residential applications). TOSOT warranty information lists a standard 10-year compressor warranty and 10-year parts warranty for equipment sold and installed by licensed professionals in residential applications.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- These TOSOT/Cosmo multi-zone systems are professional-install equipment, so we link to contractor quotes rather than a retail price.
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public detail 217994515, ENERGY STAR exact AHRI rows 217994515, TMH42D32MO TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat submittal and official indoor submittals, TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat / TMH42D32MO current product page, Lead-gen/no-retail audit for TMH42D32MO, TMH42D32MO TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat submittal, TOSOT warranty information
- Specification sheet
- TMH42D32MO TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat submittal
- Last sourced date
- Jul 29, 2026
Compatible indoor units
This is an outdoor unit. You choose its indoor heads separately - up to the maximum this condenser supports - and you can mix room sizes and styles across the zones. The models below are the heads this unit is documented to pair with.
Ceiling cassette air handlers
9k, 12k, 18k, 24k
Model numbers
- 9k: TKH09D32AI
- 9k: TLH09D32AI
- 12k: TKH12D32AI
- 12k: TLH12D32AI
- 18k: TKH18D32AI
- 18k: TLH18D32AI
- 24k: TKH24D32AI
Ducted concealed air handlers
9k, 12k, 18k, 24k
Model numbers
- 9k: TFH09D32AI
- 12k: TFH12D32AI
- 18k: TFH18D32AI
- 24k: TFH24D32AI
Ducted multi-position air handlers
12k, 18k, 24k
Model numbers
- 12k: TAH12D32AI
- 18k: TAH18D32AI
- 24k: TAH24D32AI
Floor console air handlers
9k, 12k, 18k
Model numbers
- 9k: TEH09D32AI
- 12k: TEH12D32AI
- 18k: TEH18D32AI
Wall-mounted air handlers
7k, 9k, 12k, 18k, 24k
Model numbers
- 7k: TWH07CD32AI
- 9k: TWH09CD32AI
- 9k: TWH09KD32AI
- 9k: TWH09PD32AI
- 12k: TWH12CD32AI
- 12k: TWH12KD32AI
- 12k: TWH12PD32AI
- 18k: TWH18CD32AI
- 18k: TWH18KD32AI
- 18k: TWH18PD32AI
- 24k: TWH24CD32AI
- 24k: TWH24KD32AI
- 24k: TWH24PD32AI
Sizing note: do not just add up the rooms. Multi-zone condensers have a maximum total connected capacity, and connecting more head capacity than the unit is rated for is a common installer mistake that hurts efficiency and comfort. Match total head capacity to the condenser's rating.
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- 1/4 in x 5[1]
- Suction line
- 3/8 in x 5[1]
- Line connection type
- not published
- Precharged length
- 164 ft[1]
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 328 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- 82 ft[1]
- Indoor dimensions
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor dimensions
- 40-5/32 x 16-52/64 x 32-33/64 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- 174 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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- Line sets
- Line-set covers
Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 5-Zone 42,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (TMH42D32MO) myself, or do I need a pro?
- TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 5-Zone 42,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (TMH42D32MO) 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 TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 5-Zone 42,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (TMH42D32MO) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The manufacturer publishes 37,800 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 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 TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 5-Zone 42,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (TMH42D32MO) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 30 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 45 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 328 ft, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 164 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 TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat 5-Zone 42,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (TMH42D32MO) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor (equipment sold and installed by licensed professionals in residential applications). Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.
Data sources
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- TOSOT: TMH42D32MO TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers Frequency, electrical_spec.guaranteed_voltage_range, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase and more
- AHRI certificate #217994515 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more
- ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 215735288Sourced - Energy Star listing
Covers performance_spec.energy_star_cold_climate, Energy Star status
- TOSOT: TOSOT Multi Ultra Heat / TMH60D32MO current product evidenceSourced - manufacturer product page
Covers product_line.name
- TOSOT: TOSOT warranty informationSourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Legacy compressor warranty value, Legacy warranty value, Standard compressor warranty, Standard warranty conditions, Standard parts warranty, Warranty notes
Covers Manual links
Last updated
Jul 29, 2026