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At a Glance
Choose your lineset lengths
One pre-charged lineset per zone — 3 included at 16 ft. Pick a longer run for any zone that needs it.
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
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5 year parts, 7 year compressor warranty — 30 day returns — Live US support 9–5 MST
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System Overview
Your Purchase Includes
Everything you need for a complete DIY installation





Summary
- Voltage: 208-230V
- Environmentally friendly R454B (pre-charged)
- Low ambient range operation: heating down to Independent zone control
- Variable-speed DC inverter driven performance
- Pre-charged lineset included for DIY installation
- Energy Star certified
Technical Information & Performance
SYSTEM KIT
| Connected Indoor Capacity | 36,000 BTU/h (3× 12,000) |
| Per Zone Capacity | 12,000 BTU/h each |
| Outdoor Unit Rated Cooling Capacity | 27,000 BTU/h (4,500-31,000 range) |
| Outdoor Unit Rated Heating Capacity | 28,000 BTU/h (4,500-33,000 range) |
| SEER2 Rating | 24 |
| EER2 Rating | 12.0 |
| HSPF2 (Region IV/V) | 10.5 / 8.8 |
| Voltage | 208-230V / 60Hz |
| Breaker Needed | 30A (double-pole) |
| Number of Zones | 3 |
| Refrigerant Type | R454B (pre-charged) |
| Indoor Units | 3× 12K wall-mount units |
| Linesets Included | 3× 16 ft pre-charged |
| Operating Temperature | -13°F to 131°F |
| Sound Level (per unit) | 30–44 dB |
| Outdoor Sound Level | 62 dB(A) |
| Outdoor Unit Dimensions (WxDxH) | 38-1/2" x 16-1/2" x 31-5/8" |
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 119 lbs |
INDOOR UNIT
| Part Number | zdiy-mk1-12I |
| Net Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36-1/2" x 7-5/8" x 12" |
| Carton Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39" x 10-1/2" x 15" |
| Net / Gross Weight | 23.1 / 30.9 lbs |
OUTDOOR UNIT
| Part Number | zdiy-mk1-27O |
| Breaker Needed | 30A (double-pole) |
| Net Dimensions (WxDxH) | 38-1/2" x 16-1/2" x 31-5/8" |
| Sound Level | 62 dB(A) |
| Carton Dimensions (WxDxH) | Coming soon |
| Net / Gross Weight | 119 lbs |
DIY Wall Mounted Series
Zone Air® wall-mounted ductless mini split systems deliver powerful heating and cooling with easy DIY installation. Each unit comes with a pre-charged R454b lineset — no vacuum pump, no contractor, no refrigerant handling. Variable-speed DC inverter technology provides quiet, efficient comfort while Wi-Fi connectivity lets you control your system from anywhere.
Quick-connect lineset installation
Product Warranty
Coverage applies to the original purchaser with proof of purchase. See our Warranty Policy.
- 5 years warranty on parts
- 7 years warranty on compressor
Manuals & Documents
Control From Anywhere
Wi-Fi Smart Control
Built-in WiFi lets you control your mini split from anywhere. Works with Google Assistant, Alexa, and Siri.

Advanced Features
Smart Climate Control
- ✓Independent dehumidification mode
- ✓24-hour programmable timer
- ✓Turbo mode for rapid cooling/heating
- ✓Auto mode with intelligent temperature control
- ✓ECO mode for energy savings
- ✓Smart sleep mode
Premium Components
- ✓High-efficiency rotary compressor
- ✓Premium indoor motor
- ✓5-speed variable fan control
- ✓R454B eco-friendly refrigerant
- ✓Fire-proof electrical enclosure
- ✓High-efficiency heat exchanger
Convenience & Safety
- ✓Auto-restart after power loss
- ✓Self-diagnostic system
- ✓Refrigerant leakage detection
- ✓Emergency manual operation
- ✓Display on/off option
- ✓Temperature display toggle (°C/°F)
Easy Maintenance
- ✓Top-access washable filter
- ✓One-press unit detachment
- ✓Deep-clean air channels
- ✓High-temp self-cleaning
- ✓Quick PCB replacement design
- ✓Anti-cold wind protection
Operating Temperature Range

Customer Reviews
As of 2026, the Zone Air 3-zone mini split system holds an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 verified customer reviews.
Verified reviews from Zone Air DIY owners. Every system ships with a pre-charged, quick-connect line set — no vacuum pump, no refrigerant handling — so these customers installed it themselves.
I'm pretty handy and installed this myself (67 years old). Had no problem handling this myself. I only needed help moving the outdoor condenser around. Upstairs bedrooms were usually about five or six degrees warmer than downstairs. Now the grands can finally come stay over in the summer again.
Three zone system in an older house. Easy enough.
Whole-Home Comfort in Three Rooms — One Outdoor Unit, Zero Contractors
This 3 zone mini split system heats and cools three separate rooms — up to 1,800 square feet total — from a single outdoor condenser. Each 12,000 BTU wall mount head runs independently with its own thermostat, remote, and WiFi app control, so the bedroom can sit at 68°F while the living room holds 72°F and the office stays off entirely. Three pre-charged R454B linesets ship in the box, which means no vacuum pump, no manifold gauges, and no EPA Section 608 license — the same DIY install as every Zone Air system, three times over.
The 27,000 BTU multi-zone outdoor unit is rated at 24 SEER2 with heating output down to -13°F, and it modulates across a 4,500-33,000 BTU/h heating range so it sips power when only one zone calls for comfort. One outdoor unit also means one set of penetrations, one electrical circuit, and one condenser on the pad instead of three.
Why You'll Love It
- Three Rooms, One System — Condition three bedrooms, a living room and two offices, or any three-room combination up to 600 sq ft per zone — all from one outdoor unit with independent control in every room.
- True DIY Installation — Three pre-charged linesets with hand-tight quick-connect fittings. No refrigerant handling, no vacuum pump, no HVAC license. Installing three zones yourself saves thousands versus a contracted multi-zone install.
- 24 SEER2 Efficiency — The inverter-driven 27K condenser is rated 24 SEER2 and 10.5 HSPF2, and it throttles down when fewer zones are running instead of cycling on and off.
- Cold Climate Heating — Rated heating operation down to -13°F, so all three zones stay warm through real winters.
- 5-Year Warranty Protection — Zone Air backs the whole system — all three heads and the condenser — with a 5-year parts and 7-year compressor warranty, plus 30-day returns on uninstalled systems.
What Makes It Different
Most multi-zone mini splits still require a technician to flare fittings, pull a vacuum on three line runs, and weigh in refrigerant. That multiplies install cost by the zone count.
- Three Pre-Charged Linesets — Every line run arrives factory-sealed with R454B already inside. Connect each head with hand tools, torque to spec, and check the joints with soapy water — the refrigerant circuit never opens.
- Honest Capacity Numbers — The three heads connect 36,000 BTU/h of indoor capacity to a 27,000 BTU/h rated condenser — a standard multi-zone connection ratio that works because three rooms almost never demand full capacity at the same moment. Both numbers are printed in the spec table below.
- One Circuit, Not Three — A single 230V circuit on a 30A double-pole breaker powers the whole system, instead of three separate circuits for three single-zone units.
How It Works
- Mount Three Heads — Install each wall mount indoor unit in its room and run the three pre-charged linesets through small wall penetrations back to the outdoor unit location.
- Connect and Check — Hand-thread the quick-connect couplings on each of the three circuits, torque to spec, and test every joint with soapy water before startup.
- Power and Pair — Wire the outdoor unit to a dedicated 230V circuit (a licensed electrician is recommended for the disconnect box), then pair each head to the WiFi app for room-by-room control.
Who It's For
This 3 zone system is for:
- Homes with three rooms to condition — bedrooms, offices, living areas — that want one outdoor unit instead of three
- DIYers comfortable with a weekend project who want to skip a $3,000-plus multi-zone installation bill
- Additions, upstairs floors, and ranch layouts where three rooms share one side of the house
- Cold climate homeowners who need dependable heat in every zone down to -13°F
Only conditioning two rooms? A Zone Air dual-zone system is the cleaner fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can a 27,000 BTU condenser support 36,000 BTU of indoor units?
Can each room run a different temperature?
What electrical circuit does the 3 zone system need?
Do I need an HVAC technician to install it?
Three Zones. One Weekend. Zero Contractors.
Get independent comfort in three rooms with one condenser, three pre-charged linesets, and an install you can do yourself.
Free shipping. 30-day returns on uninstalled systems.
