Heat Wave Relief: Off Grid Air Conditioning with Mr. Cool Mini Split

‪@MRCOOLDiyDirect‬
Join us as we tackle a sweltering heat wave at our off grid cabin! In this video, we show you how we stay cool and comfortable using the Mr. Cool DIY Mini Split air conditioning system. Watch our step-by-step installation process and see how this efficient and easy-to-install system provides much-needed relief during the hottest days. Discover tips and tricks for staying cool off grid and learn why the Mr. Cool Mini Split is a game-changer for off grid living. Don't miss our firsthand experience and practical advice for beating the heat while living off the grid! #heatwave #heatwave2024 #offgridsolarsystem #offgridpower #mrcooldiy #minisplit
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[@garyscott7625]

Mrcool being installed by Mr. and Mrs. Mrcool!!!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Ha.....love it

[@mommiedearest5337]

😂

[@Brokenbones2]

Im not crazy about info commercials, but this was great to learn you can run a unit on solar! Please keep providing honest reviews as summer goes on.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

We try and make the videos relatable and helpful no matter that the topic. We have literally had thousands and thousands of comments asking about AC.....so this will help a lot of people. Thanks for watching BB

[@barbaraslayden2277]

Everybody needs to stay cool when it's 100 outside. Love from Virginia ♥️

[@lorigougeon8873]

What a great addition to the cabin. So great that you found a solution to handle our crazy Michigan weather! 😂 Love this for you both! ❤

[@SScott-nr9vl]

I don't understand why some people are leaving disparaging remarks about an infomercial or sponsorships. A lot of these companies are smaller than they rely upon channels like this to showcase their products. I would never think that you could run an AC off of solar. It's up to each individual whether they believe the person or not but I wouldn't be subscribed to you if I thought you were liars. I'm also not mad that you got it for free. You have like 50,000 subscribers and that can reach a lot of people people with like-minded interests.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

I appreciate that Scott......there is definitely a huge misunderstanding from some folks about the whole YT world. Without these awesome companies sponsoring smaller channels like ours, there wouldn't be a channel, it's simple. Without our subscribers there wouldn't be a channel......most folks understand how it works...but the 2% that don't get it are not something I worry too much about. We appreciate you my friend and thanks for being one of the good ones here. Plus I really had fun with this video and answered a question and problem we have had literally thousands of comments about. Win win

[@ThisOffGridLife]

It’s so expensive to hire contractors these days, how awesome to be able to diy something like this

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

This is so true.....this was a very doable DIY install for sure. Good point guys. 😁👍

[@davespoemsandsongs9497]

Jay and Jen you did a great job putting the unit in your cabin to keep it warm in the winter time and keep cool in the summertime 😊

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you my friend

[@jaythomas996]

So much fun to just sit back and enjoy another one of your informative videos. Thanks so much!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks for watching!

[@kristingrounds4163]

Wow that is great!!! That is going to be awesome for the summer for sure for better sleeping!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Oh it is great, I think everyone should have one to be honest

[@tenneyconstruction7323]

Its great that you shared this with your viewers. Also looking forward to seeing you both hit 50K!!!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks TC.....I didn't know this was possible....I hope this video helps a lot of people

[@chrisgalvin6703]

What an awesome addition to your cabin. It’s going to make your living on the top of the mountain off grid extremely enjoyable. have a blessed summer.🙏

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you Chris

[@billmitchell7731]

Big 👍🏻 I'm so happy for you all. Sleeping at night will be so much better when it's a hot muggy night. Not only will it be cooler but the humidity will be alot lower. I know Michigan can have some muggy weather 😂

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Yes we are very happy!

[@johnkirby6547]

Hi guy's, That's an awesome addition to the cabin and expertly installed by Jay! Thanks Mr 😎

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Woot woot buddy

[@yvonnelucas-cessna4458]

Wow, we've heard about Mr. Cool, but never saw it in action. Even there's a lot of setting up to do, in the end it was well worth it. May you get many happy years of using this. So happy for you both! I know it's been a long time coming. Thank you for showing the general instructions. You made the installation look so easy. Your house has really turned into a beautiful home. Cannot wait to see your next videos.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks for watching and the kind words appreciate it!

[@DavidRobinson-mx6cl]

Awesome presentation guys 👍 We will look into the Mrcool unit !!!!! Thanks for sharing this with us 😊❤

[@brendahogue5487]

Love and enjoy watching your videos. May the lord bless and protect you and Jen and working on the homestead

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you so much!

[@edithrobertson6066]

Wow, I like the upgrade, I heard they have a solar unit also !❤😊

[@RobinMallary]

Where I live on the Gulf of Mexico 51 degrees is called winter. That's January weather here! We use AC 8-9 months a year.

[@pierrebarton9099]

Hey How Are Yall Doing. Yall Have A Very Nice Cabin. May The Lord Be With Yall Always Gainesville,,Florida

[@SJC49]

Cool! Nice that it includes tools everyone may not have! Thanks for all the work you do to demonstrate installation, uses, benefits and little extra tips for the products you use. 😍🇨🇦

[@phantp78]

Cool air is definitely helpful for senior citizens. As we get older we need to stay comfortable to the end. Also check on the elderly in high temperature days.

[@susiemurphy1476]

Have used mini splits for several years (on grid). Very efficient and economical.

[@AEMcG-cb5uu]

Thanks for the info my friends, I personally never thought that this technology was even out there; but here we are & this is one of your better videos that gave me answers that I've always wondered about. Thanks I really appreciate the video! Your friend from Southern Indiana

[@RekimNZ]

"You have to press record... yep, it's like the third time" That was a laugh Jen ! (We've all done it !)

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

😊

[@ZIL68]

So happy that the Mr. Cool is working for you. Sometimes heating and cooling is NECESSARY! Be safe & peace from your friend in VA!

[@AmericanGiGi55]

Awesome !!!

[@k4piii]

Wow the cabin is pretty big and that system is perfect for your needs, keep it up!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you.....I too was pretty impressed with how well the Mr. Cool worked in the cabin. Kept it nice and cool last week when it was 88 outside.....71 in the cabin. Very happy

[@davidsimon4387]

Don't pay any attention to the have nothing better to do negative comments....❤

[@BethS55]

Alright, guys! So exciting!

[@barbveenstra8625]

A/C at an off grid home...never thought you guys would be so lucky!!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Me either.....crazy awesome

[@viewsfromthe519]

What an awesome kit!!! It came just in time for that heatwave, eh? What a relief! That was a hot week 🥵 Nice to have a backup heating system as well. There’s a lot of talk about heat pumps these days..i think the ontario government is starting to give rebates or financial help for those wanting to switch over to a heat pump system for economic reasons. Such a great idea! I look forward to seeing your updates through time. I’m interested to see how it consumes power over time, especially on your solar setup

[@paulbetka6477]

Crazy ass Michigan weather. You's in sweats hoodie's June 24 🥺 Even you being up Northern Mich. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Good job 👍🏻

[@justiceleague1146]

Great job! I hope it continues to make y’all comfortable throughout the years to come!

[@1British-Columbian-ca]

air conditioning good idea CHEERS

[@lilawiley2341]

Cool unit.

[@timgoodin42053]

As always thanks for the video, we enjoy watching! Glad to know this system works so great, I see a lot of positive reviews on Mr. Cool.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks Tim for watching......we are super impressed and happy with it too.....I'm glad to share this with everyone

[@janreynolds3794]

Great video!

[@davidsimon4387]

Great Job 👏

[@CamelliaThornton]

Very cool....❤❤❤❤

[@wayneC7]

Didn’t realized the cover kit was part of the system. Impressive

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Ya it really cleans it up nicely

[@k4piii]

Mrcool is pretty easy, great heat pump. Best of luck guys

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you 😊

[@mikecrabb4025]

Thanks

[@LordgivemetheStrength]

Great Tutorial

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks!

[@SandraCrockett]

Wow! Is there anything you guys can't do??? Amazing. You guys work so hard.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

😊 thanks Sandra

[@dianeo7671]

Wonderful job, thank you for sharing! I have 2 units in my mobile home & love my units!

[@elmermason9685]

Nice job guys. Looks like MrCool makes it pretty simple to install. Enjoy the heat and cool temps. Thanks for the video.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks for watching!

[@marthaturki4891]

So happy for you guys!👏❤️❤️❤️🐾🐾🐾

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Awe....thanks Martha 😊

[@timmyb8657]

I bought one of those for my cabin and I’m glad I did . I live in Arizona and the summers are miserable . But let me tell you this is a game changer. Only thing I did different was install the fan unit under the patio so I didn’t have to see it . But your gonna love it

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

We plan on hiding it some here soon!

[@johndanley5411]

Looks like a timely process but will be nice to have some cool on hot days and warmth in the cooler ones❤the vedio God Bless stay cool😂

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

It was not too bad....took the better part of a day.....whole dodging the rain drops, lol

[@jimdelong949]

I've seen these installed elsewhere Always a success. I'm happy it works for you. Thats so cool 😊

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Glad to hear it, thank you Jim

[@diannabixler7524]

I live in Mn in a mobile home without AC what a great solution! Definitely going to look into it! Thank you for this!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

highly recommend it, best wishes

[@stephanieflansburg3459]

Great for You!!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks Steph

[@marshallcole9468]

That is an awesome system and thanks for the knowledge.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

You bet

[@athomewithjenny]

Ive been looking for something like this! Thanks for showing us!!❤❤

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you for being here my friend.....100% a great unit and company

[@davidsimon4387]

Its Great to see Honest Love given back in return....:) Best DIY Mini Split video install i have witnessed.... I have done a lot of research....:) You are putting in the Effort and are enjoying the Fruits of your Labor....❤ Thanks for another Authentic Video.... Im pretty sure ill be installing the same unit.... God Bless you guys....

[@JohnyMac-tb6ms]

WOW! That is flippen awesome. It looks like MRCOOL thought of everything from a tool kit to finishing touches over piping. Since we run 50 % of our cabin on solar (4.8kWh), I will be interested in the the drain on your system. Cool and heat. In April/Oct we run a propane heater to take the chill off vs. the woodstove. This might be a better option. Thanks for taking this project on. You two rock. 73 & God Bless. JohnyMac

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Hey buddy.....as you may remember our system is of similar size and we ran the unit for 8 hours straight during the daytime that week when the Temps we in the high 80s. As long as the sunshine was on my panels, it didn't even effect the batteries.....we pull in about 1200-1500 watts all day long with the good sun exposure we have and that tracker following the sun all day. I did not run it once the sun was off the panels because it would obviously draw the batteries down within 6-8 hours with only having 5kwh Here as well

[@JohnyMac-tb6ms]

@@OffgridwithJayandJen Thanks for the follow up. \"/

[@johnchristopher20]

It takes a few minutes to get heat going; AC comes on faster. Build a snow shield over the outdoor unit. It doesn’t work with snow blowing into or blocking the unit.

[@stevenhawk7751]

Awesome 👍 stay cool my friends

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks buddy

[@ireneromero5326]

I've heard great things about the Mrcool ! Happy you got one ! 😊

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

It is great.....extremely happy with it

[@LindaSAndrews.]

Game changer you will love it.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

😁👍

[@edithrobertson6066]

Happy for you guys ! 😊❤

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks

[@amandabrook5089]

Im really glad you made this video! Ive been looking at this same unit for my tiny house!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

I think they are a perfect option for many homes....especially for tiny homes and cabins 😀

[@LongsQuest]

Well, I knew the minniesplit was going to be added way back when yall did the solar power upgrade. I even asked when it was going to be installed. Think back then yall were thinking something on the line of, yeah right! Be sure to let Russell know how well it is working. And, that he owes you 10.00 dollars 😂. See ya on the next video.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

😊👍

[@michaelkodatt2139]

Nice install and review Thank you. Good stuff

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Glad you enjoyed it. 😊👍 thanks for being here

[@virginiavilas]

YAY!!!!!!! We use mini splits in our flat in Athens too. Ours have the exterior units, however, mounted high on the exterior wall of the building. Will you be building a housing chamber for yours, since it is on the ground (and you get snow…?) Fantastic to know you can do this on Solar Power . -V

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Jen wants to enclose it. We have some ideas will work on it soon!

[@virginiavilas]

@@OffgridwithJayandJen Thinkin’ even a canvas waterproof cover will at least keep rain, snow, dirt and leaves out. You two are pretty handy 😄😄 - can’t wait to see what you come up with.

[@juliad1768]

What a great addition to the cabin, glad they sponsored you for this and how wonderful you can remotely turn it on before getting out of bed a bit of luxury for you now , fabulous, enjoy guys xxx

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Loving it. ❤️

[@rwallner1]

I always thought you had to have a massive solar system to run one of these. This is pretty cool!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

I think in the long run we will be increasing the size of our battery bank, but honestly I can run it all day long on sunny days because my 2000 watts of solar panels have excess power to spare during the day....so as long as the sun is shining I can run it zero problem. If no sunshine.....then my 5kwh system could the unit for what I would guess is 6-8 hours.

[@melinda5777]

I appreciate this video! I could use 2 myself! ✝️🙏❤🇺🇸

[@KUEHLKUEST]

Thats a nice little unit y'all have there!! Looks like it works great!! J & C

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

It's a game changer

[@stevanandrews9210]

I'll be starting to build a log cabin on my property in W. Virginia in the late summer. It may take me a while - a couple of years even - but when it's done I'll be looking to install a unit like this for sure! And great that its DIY! Great video Jay - everything simply and clearly explained and demonstrated. And Jen reading through and calling out the instructions to keep Jay on task and mistake-free. Great teamwork!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

So glad to hear this my friend......this unit has solved a lot of problems for us. No more hot cabin and no more cold mornings for Jen

[@BS.-.-]

I have a offgrid cabin in central NY and was going to buy some type of vented propane heater for secondary heat..there expensive and take up alot of wall space. I may do a heat pump just like this seeing how little the draw. One benefit that you dont talk about is going to be removing humidity.

[@robertbeaty8744]

A quick observation with your a/c install. Make sure the foam sealant didn’t crush the drain hose. If it did, the drain water will back up into the cabin. I know this from experience. Great show by the way. Keep it up.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks for that, directions say you can pour a little water into the tray in the unit to test the flow.....I'll double check the pipe is still open. 👍

[@dnhman]

Like to see the longer term on power usage

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

I will do updates as the summer goes on. But so far the unit seems to draw 500-600 watts for heat and 700-900 for AC....which is great because our solar can produce enough energy to run it throughout the day

[@richardanderson358]

How long will your power units run it?

[@solaregg507]

Im going to need one myself

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

You won't regret it

[@go4lowcost652]

Great job on the installation of this mini split...I believe it will be good to have year-round. Good luck. It can only get better!!!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Woot woot

[@Zippy1wood.]

Nice install doesn’t that need to have a vacuum put on those lines first I had to do that with a bigger one I just installed glad it works there great woot woot !

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

This unit comes with precharged lines and the heat pump is already vacuum and ready to go.....when you open the valves on the unit it does everything for you....DIY unit

[@Critical-Thinker895]

@@OffgridwithJayandJen But what about the lines themselves? Normally them have to be evacuated too.

[@canajian]

Mornin 🖐😎👍

[@LongsQuest]

👋

[@philrodger2716]

Hell of a great vid guy's. realy interesting subject. Well installed,i learnt a hell of a lot. well done Phil

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks buddy

[@cubsadventures2172]

That’s a game changer

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

It really is

[@davidpatrick1813]

Mr. C helps a lot of tubers .. and all the units seem to be really good quality.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

They really do....MR. COOL helping support us and others is awesome....win win. And Now everyone knows how they can have heat and AC in a small cabin

[@SScott-nr9vl]

I think it's great one of the reasons I've never considered off-grid is because I am very intolerant to the heat. I had a traumatic brain injury and when I get hot I can have severe migraines and potentially seizures. The climate is getting hotter and hotter and this is a wonderful solution so I thank you for bringing it to everyone's attention regardless of if you paid for it or not.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks Scott......running on simple solar power makes a lot of things possible. Not always consistent but possible.

[@paperchaser9565]

Good teaching video..well done

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thank you, I hope it helps a lot of people

[@airman6822]

I was thinking of the same thing for our place, glad to see your video. I will be curious the long-term effect on your power storage if you think you might need more storage since you will run this unit more as time goes on. BTW, hope the skeeters are not as bad by you as they are here in Northern WI. Brutal is all I can say.

[@bjornsoderlund8123]

Cool work mr be saf for air cool ’ coolt ’

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Woot woot

[@lorettaandjasonoffgrid]

Woot woot!

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Woot woot. Just FYI I'm a little disappointed you guys didn't swing up and through Michigan on your little trip last week or month.....would have been cool if you guys stopped by

[@lorettaandjasonoffgrid]

@OffgridwithJayandJen lol that would have been quite the detour 😂 We'll be taking more road trips. Hope to drive your way someday!

[@joebeecher3919]

I have 2 of the 24K units in Maine except for one night at below -5f no issues. they stopped working but re-started the next day when the weather warmed back up.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Very nice

[@denisestarr2314]

I will be installing one at some point in my offgrid cabin . I only need a/c for summer .

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

The Heat is more useful than you might Think too.....Unless you are tropical, LOL

[@robertlee6781]

This is an option I am considering for redundancy. I have a central HVAC system, but I think the days of being able to depend on one system to perform a task for a house is not as practical as it once was.

[@patriciamontague6035]

Glad you know enough to do this,I'm having a company do it will cost me $7500. Hi from Colorado Springs 😀

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

I'm sure you will be really happy with the unit after install.....a lot of the labor and costs of having someone else doing it would be running the electrical from your house panel over to the unit itself.

[@jeanmullins3284]

❤❤❤

[@cherylstark99]

Crazy it is 100 degrees here in Tennessee.

[@MelissaMalzahn]

Glad you can get sponsorship for things that are really expensive.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Thanks Melissa....this has been a great experience, both with the unit itself and working with Mr. Cool

[@MelissaMalzahn]

@@OffgridwithJayandJen We have a Mr Cool central air unit here in Arizona. Works great never had a problem it's 4 years old.

[@DaveS-gf4ik]

it dave from ct i don't have air conditioning can i come over if it gets hot i'm jealous great video nice job

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

😊

[@garydavis786]

Isn't technology wonderful! Nothing like being comfortable. I wish you well.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

It really is amazing 😊👍

[@mntguy]

hi great vides have you seen the mud mixer pricey but can be good side kick easy one person contcrete mixer

[@paulshuppert4975]

Those crescent wrenches are special metric ones

[@marcmo7138]

A roof over your porch would be a great addition.

[@matthewtaylor1697]

Bilt in pool next.

[@scottanderson2980]

i guess in the winter you will have to keep the snow clear of the heat pump

[@Shelleys4Seasons]

My friend has one but on grid ans loves it. Id love to know how well it does on AC cause it geta in the 100 here at times. Def been in the 90s for the past month.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

It worked great for us when it was 88 for 3 days.....and out cabin is thinner walls and lots of windows....I was very happy with how well it kept the cabin cool....about 71-72 degrees