Dometic Air Conditioner Identification and Selection Guide
Air Conditioner Models
This document outlines various Dometic air conditioner models, including their dimensions and configurations. The primary models featured are:
- BRISK: Dimensions provided (e.g., 34-7/8" W x 29-7/8" D x 13-1/8" H).
- DISHOW: Dimensions provided (e.g., 29-5/8" W x 27-5/8" D x 12-7/8" H).
- PENGUIN II: Dimensions provided (e.g., 40-1/2" W x 29" D x 10-3/8" H).
- HIGH PERFORMANCE: Dimensions provided (e.g., 39-5/8" W x 29-7/8" D x 13" H).
- BLIZZARD NXT: Dimensions provided (e.g., 40" W x 30" D x 13-7/8" H).
- PENGUIN: Dimensions provided (e.g., 40" W x 29" D x 11.5" H).
Control Identification
Various control interfaces are available for Dometic air conditioners:
- CT (Capacitive Touch) 3 Button Control
- CCC II (Comfort Control Center) 10 Button Control
- Analog Control
- Mechanical ADB (Air Distribution Box) Knobs in the Ceiling
- CCC (Comfort Control Center) 5 Button Control
Current Models Available
Detailed tables list available models for Brisk, Blizzard, and Penguin series, including their capacities (BTU), control compatibility, and shroud color options (White or Black).
Brisk Family AC Model Breakdown
Model number structure explained:
- Generation: 4 = Brisk, B = Brisk II
- Configuration: Specifies BTU capacity (e.g., 7915 = 13,500 BTU, 9516 = 15,000 BTU) and type (Air Conditioner, Heat Pump). Heat pumps are further categorized by whether they are energized in Cool Mode or Heat Mode.
- Place Holder & Shroud Color: XX1C0 = White Shroud, XX1J0 = Black Shroud. (XX is replaced by 71 on the data tag).
Brisk Air / Brisk Air II Cool Only – Non Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Guidance on selecting A/C units and ADBs based on desired BTU and control type (mechanical or wall thermostat). Lists part numbers for A/C units (e.g., B57915 for 13.5K, B59516 for 15K) and ADBs (e.g., 3314851.000). Also details available control kits and thermostats (Analog, C/T, CCC, CCC II, Bi-metal) with their respective part numbers and color options.
Brisk Air / Brisk Air II Cool Only – Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Similar to non-ducted, this section provides selection guidance for ducted units, including replacement of A/C, control boxes, thermostats, and ceiling assemblies. Lists relevant part numbers for each component and control type.
Brisk Air / Brisk Air II Heat Pump – Non Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Information on replacing Brisk Heat Pump models, noting that Brisk Heat Pumps are NLA (No Longer Available) and replacements are typically Penguins. Details part numbers for A/C units, ADBs, and thermostats for various scenarios.
Brisk Air / Brisk Air II Heat Pump – Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Guidance for ducted heat pump replacements, including part numbers for A/C units, ceiling assemblies, and control systems.
Brisk II High Efficiency – Non Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Focuses on Brisk II High Efficiency models, specifying that no heat strip option is available for this installation type. Provides selection guidance based on control type (mechanical or wall thermostat) and lists corresponding part numbers.
Brisk II High Efficiency – Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Details for ducted Brisk II High Efficiency models, including part numbers for A/C units, ceiling assemblies, and various thermostat/control options.
Commercial Grade – Non Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Information for commercial-grade non-ducted units, including model number breakdowns and selection guidance based on control type. Lists part numbers for A/C units, ADBs, and thermostats.
Commercial Grade – Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Guidance for commercial-grade ducted units, covering replacement of A/C, control boxes, thermostats, and ceiling assemblies, with associated part numbers.
Penguin Family AC Model Breakdown
Model number structure for Penguin series:
- Family: 6 = Penguin
- Type: 4 = Cool Only, 5 = Heat Pump
- Pre-installed Control Availability: 0 = No Control Board, 1 = Control Board Pre-installed
- Control Type: 3 = None, 4 = Analog, 5 = CCC, 8 = CCC II, 9 = SZLCD / CT
- NEW MODEL NUMBER ENDINGS: XX1C0 = White Shroud, XX1J0 = Black Shroud
- BTU Capacity: 0 = Hi Efficiency, 2 = 11,000 BTU, 5 = 13,500 BTU, 6 = High Capacity (15k equivalent)
- Built in Heat Strip Availability: 1 = No Heat Strip, 3 = Heat Strip Installed
Penguin Cool Only – Non Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Selection guidance for Penguin Cool Only non-ducted units, including model numbers, shroud colors, and control system options (Analog, C/T, CCC, CCC II, Bi-metal) with part numbers.
Penguin II Cool Only – Non Ducted – New Installation
Details for new installations of Penguin II Cool Only non-ducted units, covering BTU selection, control preferences (mechanical or wall thermostat), and associated part numbers for A/C, ADB, and thermostats.
Penguin II Cool Only – Ducted – Replacement & New Installation
Guidance for ducted Penguin II Cool Only units, including part numbers for A/C, ceiling assemblies, and various control systems.
Penguin II Cool Only – Pre-installed Multi-zone Controls
Information on Penguin II Cool Only units with pre-installed multi-zone controls, including model number identification, replacement procedures, and compatibility notes for different control systems (CCC, CCC II).
Penguin II Heat Pump – Pre-installed Multi-zone Controls
Details for Penguin II Heat Pump units with pre-installed multi-zone controls, covering model identification, replacement, and conversion kits for different control systems.
Penguin II Cool Only – Pre-installed Single-zone Controls
Guidance for Penguin II Cool Only units with pre-installed single-zone controls, including model number identification, replacement procedures, and thermostat compatibility.
Penguin II Heat Pump – Pre-installed Single-zone Controls
Information on Penguin II Heat Pump units with pre-installed single-zone controls, covering model identification, replacement, and thermostat compatibility.
Blizzard Model Breakdown
Model number structure for Blizzard series:
- Family: H5 = BLIZZARD
- Type: 4 = Cool Only, 5 = Heat Pump
- Pre-installed Control Availability: 0 = No Control Board, 1 = Control Board Pre-installed
- Control Type: 3 = None, 8 = CCC II, 9 = SZLCD / CT
- NEW MODEL NUMBER ENDINGS: XX1C0 = White Shroud, XX1J0 = Black Shroud
- BTU Capacity: 5 = 13,500 BTU, 6 = 15,000 BTU
- Built in Heat Strip Availability: 1 = No Heat Strip, 3 = Heat Strip Installed
Blizzard NXT / High Performance Cool Only – CCC II
Details for Blizzard NXT/High Performance Cool Only units with CCC II controls, including BTU selection, replacement procedures for A/C, ceiling assemblies, and control boards/thermostats.
Blizzard NXT / High Performance Heat Pump – CCC II
Information on Blizzard NXT/High Performance Heat Pump units with CCC II controls, covering BTU selection, replacement procedures, and compatibility notes.
Blizzard NXT / High Performance Cool Only – Single Zone / CT
Guidance for Blizzard NXT/High Performance Cool Only units with Single Zone/CT controls, including BTU selection and replacement procedures for A/C, ceiling assemblies, and control boards/thermostats.
Blizzard NXT / High Performance Heat Pump – Single Zone / CT
Details for Blizzard NXT/High Performance Heat Pump units with Single Zone/CT controls, including BTU selection and replacement procedures.
Cool Cat Heat Pump (Side Wall Installation)
Information on Cool Cat Heat Pump models with side wall installation, including model number identification, replacement procedures for A/C and control systems (Analog, Thermostat only, Control board).