Whirlpool WHAW182INV

• CEER (class median 14.7)16.0, tied with 1 other
• Yearly cost vs. class median ($169)$17 less
• Width 25.4" (class median 25.9")narrower than 56%
• Weight 99 lb (class median 106 lb)lighter than 56%
• Rank among 4 similar designs (U-shaped)#1

Compared with the other ENERGY STAR certified 18,000 BTU window units. Yearly cost at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh.

These model numbers have the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight as the Whirlpool WHAW182INV: the same unit under another brand, or with a colour or retailer code. Everything on this page applies to them.

• Whirlpool WHHW182INV

How many square feet does the Whirlpool WHAW182INV cool?

At 18,000 BTU/h it suits a room of about 700 to 1000 sq ft with normal sun and two people, following the ENERGY STAR sizing guide. In a heavily shaded room that stretches to about 770-1100 sq ft; in a very sunny one it shrinks to 630-900 sq ft. A kitchen needs 4,000 BTU more.

How many watts and amps does the Whirlpool WHAW182INV use?

About 1125 watts at full power (18,000 BTU/h divided by its CEER of 16.0), which is 4.9 amps at 230 V. That is 125 W less than the typical unit in its class (1250 W), or $17 a year cheaper to run at 18.0¢/kWh. Its inverter compressor slows down instead of cycling, so real use is usually lower. Its CEER beats 80% of the 10 units in the class.

What outlet does the Whirlpool WHAW182INV need?

It is a 230 V unit that draws 4.9 A, so it needs its own 230 V circuit with a matching plug (typically NEMA 6-15 or 6-20). If the room has only ordinary 115 V outlets, an electrician has to add one. Only 100% of the 10 certified units in this class are 230 V.

What are the dimensions of the Whirlpool WHAW182INV, and will it fit my window?

25.4" W × 16.9" H × 26.4" D, 99 lb. It is narrower than 56% of its 9 competitors and lighter than 56% of them. The window closes into the U-shaped slot, so measure the opening height as well as the width: you need at least the unit's 25.4" width between the frame sides.

Is the Whirlpool WHAW182INV U-shaped design an advantage?

Mostly yes. The sash closes into the unit, so the window stays sealed and daylight comes in, and the compressor is outside the glass, which cuts noise indoors. The trade-off is a window that must slide up and down, and a few extra steps to fit the foam seals.

Can the Whirlpool WHAW182INV also heat the room?

No, it only cools. If you also need heat, 0 certified units in this class can do both; see the list of air conditioners with heat.

Is the Whirlpool WHAW182INV worth buying to replace an old air conditioner?

An old unit of the same size at 9 CEER would cost about $271 a year to run at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh; this one costs about $152, so it saves roughly $118 a year.

Is the Whirlpool WHAW182INV the same as the Whirlpool WHHW182INV?

As far as the certified data goes, yes. ENERGY STAR lists both model numbers with the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight, which means the same unit sold under another brand or with a different colour or retailer code. The full list is on this page.