Recommended Plug-And-Play Replacement Roof Top AC Unit For A 2016 Grand Design Reflection

Question:

I have a 2016 grand design reflection. I noticed today not blowing cold air. what is a easy bolt and plug excellent unit that you recommend to replace my dometic. thanks

asked by: Jeremiah

Expert Reply:

Before purchasing anything you'll want to first remove the cover for the air distribution box and look for the controller and the wire harness that hangs down from the rooftop unit and plugs into the controller. It will either have a 6-pin or 9-pin connector (pictured below). You'll also want to verify the BTU rating of your current unit so that you aren't putting a lower rated unit in its place when you swap it out.

For a 6-pin connection I have the following recommendations:
13,500 BTU # FR26PR or # FR76PR
15,000 BTU # FR58PR or # FR86PR

For a 9-pin connection I have the following recommendations:
13,500 BTU # FR82PV or # FR62PV for black
15,000 BTU # FR42PV or # FR32PV for black

expert reply by: Kevin C

John S.

7/8/2024

I HAVE A 2015 GRAND DESIGN 293RES 5TH WHEEL. I HAVE A black, ATWOOD AIR COMMAND AC-1361, 13.5BTU ROOFTOP AC WHICH IS DUCTED AND FOR COOLING ONLY. THE CONTROL BOARD IS FAULTY AS THE COMPRESSOPR WILL NOT TURN OFF AND I CANNOT FIND A REPLACEMENT CONTROL BOARD. FINALLY, I HAVE NEITHER A 6-PIN NOR A 9-PIN CONNECTOR, RATHER A SELF-CONTAINED POWER CONNECTOR ATTACHED TO THE FRAMING INSIDE THE ROOF SO I NEED A CONVERSION BOX/KIT AS WELL. WHICH MODEL AC DO YOU RECOMMEND AND DO YOU SELL A CONVERSION KIT? THANK YOU.

Kevin C.

7/8/2024

@JohnS Since you have an Atwood system you'd unfortunately be looking at a complete replacement of the system. The AC division of Atwood was sold off to Dometic years ago and they slowly phased out their products over the years. This system unfortunately wasn't designed to be easily swapped out with another branded unit like the others that we offer so you'll have to swap out the rooftop condenser unit, air distribution box, and thermostat. I recommend going with the Furrion Chill HE RV Air Conditioner System - Single Zone - 13,500 Btu - White # FR95PV. This system uses dual motors for faster and more efficient cooling. It comes with everything you'll need, besides some extra wiring to run from the controller to wherever you mount the thermostat and you'll likely need to reuse the four mounting bolts that hold the Atwood rooftop unit in place. I've attached a short video below where Brad can walk you through the installation process.

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