PANASONIC CS-MKS9NKU AIR CONDITIONER IMAGE SOURCE: PANASONIC

Installing a ducted air conditioner can be tricky, and if we’re honest, more often than not, people want to avoid the necessary renovation. Well, luckily, there is an alternative; the ductless air conditioner system. Two units, an outdoor condenser, and an indoor air handler are connected via wiring, and refrigerant tubing. As a result, there is minimal renovation required to implement a system of this type in your home. Commonly seen as the “next step up” from portable or window-mounted air conditioners, ductless mini splits are capable of supporting more features and functions while delivering more cooling power, and at times achieve a level of efficiency that one can only dream of finding in a smaller portable unit. Today our team reviews the Panasonic CS-MKS12NKU air conditioner, weighing up all the pros and the cons to bringing you all of the information you need to make an informed decision on what unit to install in your home. Interested? Continue reading below for our comprehensive buyer’s guide.

Panasonic CS-MKS12NKU Air Conditioner Review

Cooling Performance

Pumping out a formidable 11,900 BTUs of cooling force, this unit will easily cater to a typical residential space of up to 550 square feet (approx.). Additionally, with a maximum airflow of 259 cubic feet per minute, this system is also highly effective at air circulation, allowing it to remove an impressive 4.26 pints of excess moisture from the air each hour. This means that the Panasonic CS-MKS12NKU is effectively capable of serving as an air conditioner, fan, and dehumidifier, making it a 3-in-1 appliance.

Convenience

Convenient operation of the Panasonic CS-MKS12NKU is enabled by the addition of a full-function wireless remote control, allowing the user to change the settings of their device from anywhere in the room. Further, the 24-hour programmable timer built into this device will become an invaluable feature if utilised, however, not only does this unit benefit from a 24-hour timer, it also boasts a weekly timer for added convenience. One of our favourite features, Panasonic included a dry mode in this device, which allows the unit to exercise its dehumidifying capabilities without engaging in temperature alteration. Finally, the Panasonic CS-MKS12NKU is capable of auto restart functionality, meaning this unit will automatically reboot itself following an unfortunate power outage.

Design

As mentioned above, the Panasonic CS-MKS12NKU is a ductless mini split air conditioning system, which essentially means that by design an experienced professional is required to carry out installation of this unit. The reason for this, is that it is quite easy to botch the job with units like this, and this can be quite expensive to remedy. As a result, many manufacturers actually demand that you show proof that a professional installed your device, before you can avail of a warranty coverage plan. Aesthetically speaking, Panasonic have always had a flair for design, with their appliances consistently carrying a unique aura of style, modernity, and robust build, and the Panasonic CS MKS12NKU is no exception.

Dimensions (Inches)

Height: 11″ – 7/32″

Width: 32″ – 15/32″

Depth: 7″ – 7/16″

Net Weight: 19.8lbs

Verdict

The Panasonic CS MKS12NKU excels in both performance and convenience, providing the user with a moderate range of convenient features, whilst delivering enough power to ensure that the unit’s functions are effective in establishing comfortable conditions in the depths of the Summer months.