This project is my dad's $10 solution to a $500 solution to a $25,000 problem. As I have previously mentioned around the site, my Dad owns an electric 1979 Ford Courier pickup, and is cool enough to let me drive it around. We absolutely love it, and wouldn't trade it for a Tesla Roadster, but one of the few problems with electric cars is heating and cooling. In a gas car, heat is provided by the 80% of the gas that is wasted as heat, and air conditioning is provided by a crankshaft-driven compressor system. Many EVs use hair dryer elements and fans for heat, and some, ours included, feature a powerful gasoline-burning heater. (Update from 4-22-08: I'd forgotten that I mentioned the gas heater on here. Last fall the gas tank and heater were removed, and a ceramic heater was built in. It works great, although not quite as fast, and doesn't use gas.) However, air conditioning is trickier because the shaft of an electric motor doesn't always spin. Some have used a compressor driven by the motor shaft anyway, while others have turned a compressor using a separate motor.

Finally, my dad came up with part of the concept for this system. It pumps ice water through an evaporator core, which has fans that blow air through it. It is very simple, but we found what we were looking for at Sporty's Pilot Shop. They sell air conditioners built into ice chests for prices ranging from $475 for a basic model to $625 for a 24V, dual fan model.There is also an ArcticAir unit for $4750 with a full compressor unit. However, we like our $10 version better. I saw the ArcticAir display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this summer, and our unit is more compact and puts out cooler air. All you need is materials, basic construction/assembly and wiring skills, and a bag of ice. Update, 5-12-08: 100,003 views! I'm no Kipkay, but I'm still proud.Step 1: Background and How it WorksShow All Items« PreviousNext »View All Steps Download Skip to Accessibility Help 5,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner 2 cooling and fan speeds Dry Air Flow (CFM) dBA Level (Indoor / Outdoor)

Est. Cooling Area (Sq. Ft.) 17 5/16" x 11 1/8" x 12 13/16" 19 5/8" x 13 11/16" x 15 1/5" Voltage / 60 Hz 1 Year Parts and Labor with 1 Year Compressor LW5012 Reviews - page 2 We're here to support you with our product. View LW5012 Product Support View manufacturer warranty information Get the most out of your ownershipair purifier manila Download owner's manuals and documentationdrop base air cleaner for edelbrock Help yourself to helpful product information3m brake cleaner msds sheet Learn how to install & operate your LG product Submit an online service request More help with your LG product Contact us for any support inquiries. Call an LG Support Representative.

(800) 243-0000 Consumer (6am-midnight CST) No time to chat? Send LG Support your inquiry. Where do the freon go up on my LG model serial number LW 5012 We regret the trouble you have experienced with this air conditioner. The coolant should not need to be recharged, as it is contained within the sealed system. This would only be required if there is a leak in the system, which would require service on the device. where is the thermostate control located We appreciate your interest in this air conditioner. The control for the thermostat is located on the primary control panel. The UP/DOWN arrows will control the desired temperature of the device. If this does not resolve the matter, then the unit may require service. i have only 5amp swich i want to konw exactly how much amp this ac do with just fan and when the compressor startwith maximum activity , i want mention that i have to work on 1.5 - 2amp taked from those 5amp (food cooler-other lamps) Our offices, in the United States, do not have product information for Lebanon.

i have 5amp switch , the electricity in my country is 220volt not 110 , i know that i can convert the 220 to 110volt using something , but can you convert it from your side , did the converting affect the amp and the watts i need details about that pls Even if you could use a step down transformer to step the 220V in your outlet down to 110V to use this LG 5,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, Model # LW5012, the one thing that you will not be able to change is the frequency. This unit has to be plugged into a standard 2-Pole, 3-wire grounding outlet rated at 125 VAC, and it should use a 15 amp time delay fuse or a 15 amp circuit breaker. As a general rule, it is unsafe to operate a 115V, 60Hz rated appliances at 115V, 50Hz. Operating a 60Hz appliances at 50Hz may result in excessive heat buildup in transformers or in certain types of electric motors. As you alluded to in your inquiry, it is possible to purchase 60Hz sine wave power systems that takes 240V 50Hz on input and produces 115V 60Hz on output, but these units are generally very expensive, and it is usually more cost effective just to replace the appliance...^IFV

will this fit in an 18 inch wide window The LG 5,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, Model # LW5012J is designed to be installed in single hung or double hung windows that have an actual opening minimum width of 23 1/4” (59.1cm) to a maximum opening width of 36” (91.4cm) and a height of 12 3/8” (31.4cm)...^IFV Does the air filter need to be replaced?The Air Filter for the LG 5,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, Model # LW5012 is a washable filter and your owner's manual recommends that you check it at least twice a month to see if it needs cleaning. The filter can be washed in lukewarm water below 40°C (104°F) You will find instructions on how to remove the front grille to get to the filter in the "Maintenance and Service" section of your owner's manual on page 18. What is the exterior profile measurement? I need an air conditioner that can fit in a window that has bars on it yes it ll fit fine, both depth and wide............. LW5012 Questions - page 2