Today, 20 November 2014, we replaced our defective 13-year-old aircon with the new Mitsubishi Starmex System.
Update 5 October 2017: It’s still working smoothly and silently, though we never serviced it for a long time.
We chose this model because Jack Neo demonstrated on TV the easy self-cleaning maintenance.
In this post, I document the little lessons learnt from this experience of aircon installation.
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Lesson #1: Installing on weekdays is recommended over weekends to avoid complaints from neighbours.
Lesson #2: Using back existing pipes and trunking does not include them in the overall warranty.
Lesson #3: Test gas pipe leakage by releasing gas at the compressor and if gas rushes out, the pipe is good.
Lesson #4: Test condition of existing electrical wiring by turning each unit on and off individually.
Lesson #5: There are two pipes from each aircon unit. One a gas inlet and one water outlet.
Lesson #6: Installation of water outlet pipes must angle downwards for water to flow all the way out.
Lesson #7: Thicker insulator reduces chances of condensation, but costs S$60 more per room.
Lesson #8: Finally, remember to vacuum suck the water outlet to flush clean it during servicing.
Before and after pictures:
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PS:
– We purchased the Mitsubishi Starmex aircon system from GainCity at Compass Point in Sengkang.
– My review? Very happy. Both the salesman and installation staff met my demands flexibly.
Update (December 2015):
After using Mitsubishi Starmex for a year, here’s my updated review.
- The silent mode is truly quiet. I use this mode most of the time.
- The compressor is still clean. Even the maintenance men say it need not be cleaned.
- It looks bulky, ugly and not very sleek, but it’s worth it.
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I’m using Mitsubishi Starmex (2 ticks)Model no
Mxy-3a28va/ msy-ge10va ×2 and 13 x1.
Any significant diff in the electricity bill?
After reading the reviews here about 5 ticks, I didn’t know there are many issues with this new model, which I was considering to get it in Dec last year.
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Hi, possible to share where you get the aircon access window grill? Has been looking up n down for that . Thanks !
Hi Ivy. Yes climb out through the window and window grill.
Hi Mr Lee,
Can i know hoe is your aircon now? Still good?
Yes, it’s still good.
2 ticks quiet or 5 ticks quiet from compressor?
I bought 5 ticks, noisy and not reliable as it broke down pcb issues just after warranty period.
I bought a Starmax 5 tick aircon and after not even 6 months and lots of hassle, I’m getting rid of this aircon system. Broke down 6 times and never worked longer than 2 weeks. Loud humming sounds from the main compressor since the beginning. Took 4 hours to cool 4°. The inside units started to make funny sounds and couldn’t change the blowing direction anymore. Hassle with Mitsubishi, called and had to wait for minimum a week for technicians to come by for repair. Always repaired the same problem, gas and electronic problems. Since last breakdown (about a month ago) no more repair work but it now seems that Mitsubishi will take back the aircon and then… No more Mitsubishi made in Thailand!! Bad quality aircon and bad follow up service.
I also bought the 5 ticks , most expensive system 3 yet broke down still. Lousy
Hi Adrian,
I happen to see your blog and it’s really very informative. Just to check for your Starmex is a 2 ticks or 5 ticks?
Regards,
Evone
2 ticks