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The MRCOOL DIY® Select 9,000 BTU Single Zone Mini Split Heat Pump delivers reliable heating and cooling for spaces up to 400 square feet without the high cost of professional installation. Designed for true DIY installation, this 115V ductless mini split system includes an 11.5 ft pre-charged DIY Quick Connect® line set, helping homeowners install dependable comfort without vacuum pumps, gauges, brazing, or refrigerant handling.
Built on proven MRCOOL® technology, the DIY Select series is designed as a budget-friendly mini split option that still delivers the features homeowners actually care about: inverter-driven performance, quiet operation, smart control, R-454B refrigerant, and simplified installation. It is ideal for bedrooms, offices, garages, workshops, small living areas, additions, rental spaces, and other single-zone comfort applications.
The MRCOOL DIY Select system is built for homeowners who want real heating and cooling performance without being forced into a traditional contractor-installed mini split. Many low-cost mini splits still require proper evacuation, refrigerant handling, and professional installation steps. When those steps are skipped, performance and long-term reliability can suffer.
MRCOOL solves that problem with factory pre-charged Quick Connect® fittings. The included line set connects using sealed fittings, eliminating the most complicated part of mini split installation and making true DIY installation possible. According to the MRCOOL DIY Select brochure, the system is designed so homeowners can mount the indoor unit, connect the pre-charged line set, power on the system, and enjoy comfort without complicated setup.
One of the biggest improvements with the MRCOOL DIY Select series is the included 11.5 ft pre-charged line set. Many DIY mini split systems include longer 16 ft or 25 ft line sets, which can leave extra tubing coiled behind the condenser or along the wall.
The shorter included line set helps create a cleaner, more professional-looking installation with less excess line set to manage. For installations that need additional length, optional pre-charged line sets are available separately in 16 ft, 25 ft, 35 ft, and 50 ft lengths.
The MRCOOL DIY Select 9K system is designed to simplify the install process. Instead of requiring a traditional line set evacuation, vacuum pump, gauges, or refrigerant handling, the pre-charged Quick Connect® line set connects directly to the system using sealed fittings.
That matters because many budget mini splits are only inexpensive up front. If they are installed incorrectly, especially without properly evacuating the refrigerant lines and air handler, the result can be reduced performance, contamination, and shorter system life. The DIY Select helps avoid that common problem by making the critical refrigerant connection step much easier and more reliable.
The standard indoor air handler for this system is white, giving it a clean look for most homes, bedrooms, offices, and living spaces. MRCOOL has also announced a black indoor air handler option for the DIY Select series, which is expected to be a strong fit for modern interiors, garages, workshops, offices, media rooms, and design-focused spaces.
The black indoor unit SKU has not been released yet, so this product currently uses the standard white air handler. Once the black option becomes available, it can be added as a selectable air handler color option.
Use the MRCOOL® Comfort App to adjust temperature, change modes, create schedules, and monitor performance from your phone. The system also supports voice control through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, making it easier to manage comfort from anywhere in the home.
| System Type | Single Zone Mini Split Heat Pump |
|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity | 9,000 BTU |
| Heating Capacity | 9,000 BTU |
| Voltage | 115V |
| Coverage Area | Up to 400 sq. ft. |
| SEER2 | 17.5 |
| HSPF2-4 | 8.8 |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Included Line Set | 11.5 ft pre-charged DIY Quick Connect® line set |
| Optional Line Set Lengths | 16 ft, 25 ft, 35 ft, and 50 ft |
| Indoor Noise Level | As low as 18 dB(A) |
| Outdoor Unit SKU | DIYS-09-HP-C-115A11-O |
| White Indoor Unit SKU | DIYS-09-HP-WMAH-115A13-O |
| System SKU | DIYS-09-HP-115A11-O |
MRCOOL DIY Direct specializes in MRCOOL DIY mini split systems, pre-charged line sets, installation accessories, and replacement parts. We help homeowners across the United States choose the right system for their space, installation layout, and budget.
If you want a budget-friendly mini split system that still gives you true DIY installation, reliable MRCOOL performance, smart control, and a cleaner install with the shorter included line set, the MRCOOL DIY Select 9,000 BTU Mini Split Heat Pump is built for exactly that.

Five checks before you buy
You do not need every answer memorized. You do need these five parts of the plan to agree.
A heating and cooling load calculation should show that the space needs about BTU. Square footage alone cannot make that call.
This is a V system. Have the circuit checked for this system.
The selected option covers ft. Measure the real path, including bends and service room.
Grid, battery, solar, and generator plans all need to support this model plus the other loads running at the same time.
Make room for airflow, drainage, weather protection, service access, and a safe outdoor-unit support.
Start with the three parts that make this a complete single-zone system. Open each item to see which parts come with the option you selected.
This is the part that mounts inside the space and delivers the conditioned air.
This is the outdoor half of the matched heat-pump system.
The selected package provides the documented total route length shown above. Measure the actual path before ordering.
What you may still need: outdoor support, line covers, electrical parts, drains, fasteners, and weatherproofing depend on your site and installation.
The connection method may reduce some refrigerant work, but the full job still includes mounting, drainage, electrical work, line routing, weatherproofing, and startup.
A DIY connection does not make every site or every step suitable for a first-time installer.
Make sure the size, circuit, unit locations, line route, drainage, and local requirements all work together.
Match the indoor unit, outdoor unit, selected line-set option, and documented package contents.
Secure both units, create the wall path, protect the lines, and give condensate a reliable way out.
Follow the manual for your system and local electrical requirements.
Use the manual’s startup steps, look for drainage or connection problems, and keep the service path clear.
Can this be a weekend project? Sometimes—but the honest answer depends on the building, access, electrical work, weather, tools, and your experience. Work through these details before you schedule the job.
Voltage is only the starting point. Make sure the inverter, batteries, charging, generator, weather, other loads, and extra power kept available can all support the system over time.
Estimate power needsUse a suitable pad, wall bracket, or other approved support for the equipment and site.
Compare mounting choicesProtect exposed refrigerant lines, control wire, and drain where the installation calls for it.
See line-set coversMeasure first. Longer is not automatically better, and maximum length still applies.
See compatible extensionsUse the installation manual for this system and the electrical requirements for your location.
Review installation accessoriesThe MRCOOL DIY® Select 9,000 BTU Single Zone Mini Split Heat Pump delivers reliable heating and cooling for spaces up to 400 square feet without the high cost of professional installation. Designed for true DIY installation, this 115V ductless mini split system includes an 11.5 ft pre-charged DIY Quick Connect® line set, helping homeowners install dependable comfort without vacuum pumps, gauges, brazing, or refrigerant handling.
Built on proven MRCOOL® technology, the DIY Select series is designed as a budget-friendly mini split option that still delivers the features homeowners actually care about: inverter-driven performance, quiet operation, smart control, R-454B refrigerant, and simplified installation. It is ideal for bedrooms, offices, garages, workshops, small living areas, additions, rental spaces, and other single-zone comfort applications.
The MRCOOL DIY Select system is built for homeowners who want real heating and cooling performance without being forced into a traditional contractor-installed mini split. Many low-cost mini splits still require proper evacuation, refrigerant handling, and professional installation steps. When those steps are skipped, performance and long-term reliability can suffer.
MRCOOL solves that problem with factory pre-charged Quick Connect® fittings. The included line set connects using sealed fittings, eliminating the most complicated part of mini split installation and making true DIY installation possible. According to the MRCOOL DIY Select brochure, the system is designed so homeowners can mount the indoor unit, connect the pre-charged line set, power on the system, and enjoy comfort without complicated setup.
One of the biggest improvements with the MRCOOL DIY Select series is the included 11.5 ft pre-charged line set. Many DIY mini split systems include longer 16 ft or 25 ft line sets, which can leave extra tubing coiled behind the condenser or along the wall.
The shorter included line set helps create a cleaner, more professional-looking installation with less excess line set to manage. For installations that need additional length, optional pre-charged line sets are available separately in 16 ft, 25 ft, 35 ft, and 50 ft lengths.
The MRCOOL DIY Select 9K system is designed to simplify the install process. Instead of requiring a traditional line set evacuation, vacuum pump, gauges, or refrigerant handling, the pre-charged Quick Connect® line set connects directly to the system using sealed fittings.
That matters because many budget mini splits are only inexpensive up front. If they are installed incorrectly, especially without properly evacuating the refrigerant lines and air handler, the result can be reduced performance, contamination, and shorter system life. The DIY Select helps avoid that common problem by making the critical refrigerant connection step much easier and more reliable.
The standard indoor air handler for this system is white, giving it a clean look for most homes, bedrooms, offices, and living spaces. MRCOOL has also announced a black indoor air handler option for the DIY Select series, which is expected to be a strong fit for modern interiors, garages, workshops, offices, media rooms, and design-focused spaces.
The black indoor unit SKU has not been released yet, so this product currently uses the standard white air handler. Once the black option becomes available, it can be added as a selectable air handler color option.
Use the MRCOOL® Comfort App to adjust temperature, change modes, create schedules, and monitor performance from your phone. The system also supports voice control through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, making it easier to manage comfort from anywhere in the home.
| System Type | Single Zone Mini Split Heat Pump |
|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity | 9,000 BTU |
| Heating Capacity | 9,000 BTU |
| Voltage | 115V |
| Coverage Area | Up to 400 sq. ft. |
| SEER2 | 17.5 |
| HSPF2-4 | 8.8 |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Included Line Set | 11.5 ft pre-charged DIY Quick Connect® line set |
| Optional Line Set Lengths | 16 ft, 25 ft, 35 ft, and 50 ft |
| Indoor Noise Level | As low as 18 dB(A) |
| Outdoor Unit SKU | DIYS-09-HP-C-115A11-O |
| White Indoor Unit SKU | DIYS-09-HP-WMAH-115A13-O |
| System SKU | DIYS-09-HP-115A11-O |
MRCOOL DIY Direct specializes in MRCOOL DIY mini split systems, pre-charged line sets, installation accessories, and replacement parts. We help homeowners across the United States choose the right system for their space, installation layout, and budget.
If you want a budget-friendly mini split system that still gives you true DIY installation, reliable MRCOOL performance, smart control, and a cleaner install with the shorter included line set, the MRCOOL DIY Select 9,000 BTU Mini Split Heat Pump is built for exactly that.