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Thru-The-Wall Air Conditioners Explained

January 5, 2017 M F 6 Comments

This post should describe the differences between the two types of thru-the-wall room air conditioning units.

The first type of wall unit is necessary when there is not yet an air conditioner installed. A wall unit that has a slide-out chassis should be installed. These units should already come with their own sleeve for easy installation. To install, the chassis (guts) should be slid-out of its sleeve, a hole should be cut approximately 1/4″ larger than the size of the unit’s sleeve in to the wall. The sleeve should be screwed into a stud in the wall, then the guts should be slid into the sleeve. This type of wall unit uses a sleeve for installation because if something goes wrong in the future, it can easily be removed from its sleeve for repair or maintenance.

The second type of thru-the-wall air conditioner sold (more of a specialty item) comes into play if there is already an air conditioner installed in the wall (like the first type of unit discussed above) that needs to be replaced. Although a little more expensive than the first type of wall unit on average, these air conditioners are much less expensive to install because a new hole does not need to be cut or an existing hole does not need to be altered. Most relacement thru-the-wall air conditioners are smaller than 26″ wide and 16″ tall, since the old “standard” wall unit was about that size. These thru-the-wall units are solid-sided and rear-vented so that they can slide into any existing sleeve without any trouble breathing which may result in a unit overheating. Also, since these units are typically smaller than an existing wall air conditioner (often sized 24″ wide and 14 1/2″ tall), they come with a trim-kit that slides over the front of the air conditioner to fill most gaps between the unit and the existing sleeve.

Solid-sided, rear-vented thru-the-wall replacement air conditioner

Often times, the question comes up as to why the first type of wall air conditioner can’t be installed in to an existing sleeve. Well, as discussed, these units have side-vents that allow the unit to breath, and more often than not, the side-vents in the unit will not match the side-vents in the existing sleeve and can cause the unit to overheat and damage its compressor, thereby rendering the unit inoperable, often times without any waranty coverage due to the fact that the unit being installed improperly.

Another distinguishing factor between these two types of air conditioners is that the first type of unit can usually also be installed in a double-hung window and often times comes with a side accordian sleeve (which can be removed for a wall installation).

Window air conditioner with accordian sleeve

Purchase from Feder’s Distributors (Nationwide shipping)

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Carlson’s Appliances in Santa Monica, CA Closed. Feder’s Distributors to Open New Location!

December 13, 2012 M F Leave a comment

As you probably know, Carlson’s Appliances is going out of business at the end of the year. They have been a Santa Monica staple for more than 50 years, and that means a lot in today’s day and age.

My name is Marcus Feder, a second-generation family business owner. My father founded our kitchen appliances and air conditioner business, Feder’s Distributors, more than 45 years ago!

Family business means personal service. It means getting the absolute best effort from an experienced salesperson when you have questions or need assistance. Small business is being able to walk into a showroom, or call on the telephone, or send a message and get an actual person to provide options, confirmation, delivery, and installation without issues.

At Feder’s Distributors, you get ALL that. We are a small family business of experienced experts. We provide all major kitchen appliances, laundry, plumbing supplies, and air conditioning. Our ordering process is simple: whether you’re buying one stove to replace another, or a hundred refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, and stoves with laundry for each unit, we offer the best of everything: sales, delivery, and installation (often with same-day service).

We currently operate out of two locations in North Hollywood and will be opening a brand-new location in Santa Monica next month. In fact, we’ll be at the former Carlson’s warehouse on Colorado Boulevard!

You can call us to order product: 323-877-8957, 818-769-8000, toll-Free 866-333-3770; you may fax us your order: 818-769-9613 (print a PO at www.AAFeders.com/po); order online: www.AAFeders.com, or send us an email: info@AAFeders.com.

We promise to offer you the best prices and will beat any advertised price. We promise to provide the best products and service available, and we promise to make it simple on you.

We look forward to working with you the next time you need a new products for your home, multifamily property, or community development.

Sincerely

Marcus H. Feder

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Our Websites

July 30, 2012 M F Leave a comment

If you’re in the market for brand-new kitchen appliances at great prices, please take a look at the Feder’s Outlet website: www.FedersOutlet.com. Here, you’ll find mid- to high-end refrigerators, stoves, ovens, dishwashers, and many other major appliances and laundry pieces with minor scratches, dings, or dents for up to 25%-60% off regular prices! Products from manufacturers like KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Maytag, Frigidaire and others are just a click away!

If you are an apartment owner, manager, or tenant, please take a look at our new website, www.ApartmentSupply.com. Here, you’ll find our absolute best prices on all new stoves, refrigerators, ovens, air conditioners, washers, dryers, and all other items you might need for your apartment. More product types are coming soon!

350 SF - 450 SF (11,000 BTU - 12,000 BTU), Air Conditioners, Installation-Air Conditioning, Window & Wall Air Conditioners

Brand-New 12,000 BTU Energy Star Window Air Conditioner–Only $219.00 (hundreds available)

August 18, 2011 M F Leave a comment

Brand-New, Factory-Sealed Major Manufacturer 12,000 BTU Energy Star Window Air Conditioner. LED digital display with remote. Uses standard 115v outlet (2 vertical prongs and one

ground).

-Remote control
-Four-speed fan (low, med, high, auto)
-Sleep mode
-Cleanable panel

-Timer
-Bucket-free design

Warranty: Comes with a full extended manufacturer’s warranty: 2yr parts/labor, 5yr compressor.

Dimensions: 22 5/8″ wide, 15 3/8″ tall, 21 7/16″ deep.

Includes window kit.

Cools up to 400-500 square feet!

Feder’s is celebrating 45 Years with shipping within the U.S. For only $45.00
(no Hawaii or Alaska)

Call to order M-F 7:30am-5:30pm, or Sat 9:00am-2:00pm PST: 818-850-COOL (818-850-2665)

Order online by clicking here:

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Brand-New Frigidaire FRA052XT7 For Only $99.00!

July 30, 2011 M F Leave a comment

Frigidaire model FRA052XT7

For a short time, this Frigidaire 5,000 BTU window air conditioner, model FRA052XT7 can be yours for only $99.00!

This is good enough to cool an approximate 200 square foot first-floor room. Simply install in most double-hung (up/down) windows, turn on and cool off!

Click HERE for more information and to purchase from Feder’s Distributors.

Purchase up to 12 of these units at this price. While supplies last.

STAY COOL. CHEAP!

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It’s Air Conditioner Time!

July 9, 2011 M F Leave a comment

Perfect timing or a big mistake gone right?

In order to receive truckloads of room air conditioners in time for the hot summer, we need to forecast our sales up to six months in advance. Unfortunately for us, all of our orders were postponed because of production issues with all manufacturers overseas.

Good thing was, it hasn’t been too hot in Southern California until a week or two ago. Just when the bulk of our 20,000 unit orders started to arrive from China.

What’s this mean for our customers, well typically it’s good news because we currently have a large supply of air conditoners. But, unfortunately, about half of the units we just received these past weeks have already been accounted for and will be picked-up, delivered, or installed in the coming weeks.

If you’re hot, if your tenants are hot, or if your relatives are hot, NOW is the time to place your orders because these air conditioners will not be in-stock for long!

Order now and get best pricing before it is too late!

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AA Feder’s Appliance And Air Conditioner Distributors Television Commercials From 1987

August 20, 2010 M F Leave a comment

In 1987 the price of a 5,000 BTU window was $239.00. It looked like the 1970s, with all manual controls made from cheap knobs. If this is a unit that you still run today, it would cost you less today to purchase a brand-new one from Feder’s Distributors than it is to run this older model during any hot Summer.

Today’s 5,000 BTU window air conditioner is an attractive white model, with digital displays and a remote. Since it even qualifies for an energy star rebate worth upwards of $50.00, the net cost to our customer is only $49.00!

Cost per year to run this new model is more than 80% better than running the air conditioner in the commercial that we sold for $239.00!

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Stay Cool — Cheap!

June 25, 2010 M F Leave a comment

Staying cool this summer does not have to be expensive and you can “Go green” and help the environment while saving some cash!

Take for example Daewoo’s 5300 BTU window air conditioner, model DWC058RL. It’s perfect for a room about 125 square feet. It is Energy Star rated, which means the utility company will pay YOU up to $50 for purchasing this unit. Your end cost after rebate is only $99!

Need something bigger, but still want that rebate? Fedders has 12000 BTU, Energy star rated air conditioners available in 110v or 220v models. Price after utility company rebate is only $252! These are versatile units that can be installed in a window or wall with a remote control, slide-out chassis and of course that all important, money saving Energy Star rating. (models AZ7Y12F2A and AZ7Y12F7A)

And of course Feder’s Distributors has plenty of stock! Every year we anticipate the summer heat wave and stock our warehouse full to the rafters to help keep our clients cool. Get your air conditioner installed this season before the heat wave hits- unless you enjoy installing in 110 degree Southern California heat!

Remember, the Energy Star rebates offered by utility companies come from a limited fund. Once the fund is depleted, it is gone for good. Don’t miss your opportunity to have the utility companies pay you cash for once.

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With Or Without Cash For Appliances, It’s STILL A Great Time To Buy Appliances!

April 23, 2010 M F Leave a comment

If you’ve been in the market recently for any major product, you’ve realized prices haven’t dropped significantly in the past few years. I mean, there really aren’t too many great deals on cars or kitchen appliances. Right?

Well, not really. As I’m sure you know by now, there’s a cash incentive when you dispose of your environmentally unfriendly refrigerator that you’ve owned for 20 years. In fact, there’s a cash incentive when you dispose of your clothes washer and your room air conditioner as well. Up to $350.00 in incentives in fact.

But the problem is, you have to purchase a new one on their short list of acceptable models. Most are extremely expensive.

For example, if you’re in the market for a new refrigerator, take this Whirlpool model. As you can see, it’s #1 Rated Side-by-Side Refrigerator by a leading consumer magazine. 25.6 Cubic Feet, stainless steel and beautiful! It’s sale price is $1,799.00! So, if you do the math, you’d receive $200.00 back from the State of California for the Cash For Appliances Program and another $50.00 to $65.00 from your local utility company.

You’ll be saving the Earth and saving up to 75% of what your existing 20 year old refrigerator is guzzling.

I think the program is great. But not really for the rebates. I think it’s really a great program due to the buzz it’s been creating. I love it! And, we’ve been reaping the fruits of it. Although, I’m happy to sell a fridge for $1,799.00, and getting you your extra $265.00 back in rebates, I’d much prefer to sell you this refrigerator! Or this refrigerator!

Why spend $1,534.00, for a 25 cubic foot refrigerator, when you can get a very similar refrigerator for only $850 and some change? You may not get $200 back from the government or up to $65 back from your utility company, but you’d get about $950.00 in savings! And this refrigerator and this refrigerator is also an energy star model, so you’d still be saving the environment and yourself up to about 75% of the energy your existing refrigerator is currently guzzling!

I think it’s a no-brainer!

So if you’re in the market for a new refrigerator, clothes washer, room air conditioner, or really any other kitchen or home appliance, come on by, or visit us here. Now is the perfect time to buy even if not for the great cash incentives of the Cash For Appliance Program!

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California Will Give You $50.00 For This!

April 16, 2010 M F Leave a comment

Have an old washing machine like this one sitting around waiting to be picked up? Planning on purchasing a new one for your home?

The Cash for Appliances program begins on April 22, 2010 (Earth Day) in California and would be a great time for you to get it done!

As a Platinum Partner with the program, Feder’s Distributors will be happy to pick up your old washing machine when we deliver your new one, haul it away and recycle it for you at no extra charge! We’ll give you a receipt for proof of recycling, along with all the forms that need to be filled out so you can receive a $50 check from the state.

As you probably already know, California received $35.2 million to educate and give incentives to California consumers when they purchase brand-new energy star qualified washers, refrigerators, and room air conditioners.

If you plan to purchase any of these products, now would be the time to get a move on!

In addition to receiving $50.00 for your old washing machine, you can also earn $200.00 for your old refrigerator, and $50.00 for your old room air conditioner. But not only that, you can still qualify for any additional manufacturer rebates as well as any additional utility company rebates! Virtually making your new energy star qualified appliance close to free!

For example, when you turn in your old washing machine (like the one that’s more than 30 years old in the pictures above), and purchase a new one, you’ll receive a $50.00 check!

If you plan on purchasing a new energy star qualified refrigerator from Whirlpool, for example, you’ll not only receive $200.00 from the state just for turning your old refrigerator in, an additional $65.00 from your utility company (like DWP) and an additional $35.00 from DWP just for recycling your old refrigerator is also available. Also, if Whirlpool has additional rebates for purchasing said energy star model, you’ll be eligible to receive that as well!

If you turn in your old room air conditioner, not only will you receive the $50 from California for the Cash for Appliances program, but you could also receive an additional $50 from your local utility company!

The best part? You’ll be helping keep your environment cleaner an use a much small percentage of energy than your old washer, refrigerator, or air conditioner!

We hope to see you on April 22, because the funds may run out soon (as they did in two days for many of the states who implemented the program months ago!).

Please contact us if you have any questions about this or any other program!