Panasonic CS-Z15AKUAW EXTERIOS Z Series 15,000 BTU Ductless Mini Split Indoor Unit

Product Description

The Panasonic EXTERIOS Z Series CS-Z15AKUAW is a wall-mounted indoor unit designed for ductless heating and cooling applications. It is part of the Z15AKUA single-split system and pairs with the CU-XZ15AKUAC outdoor unit. The system provides a rated cooling capacity of 14,700 BTU/h and a rated heating capacity of 17,200 BTU/h.

The CS-Z15AKUAW combines AI ECO intelligent energy-saving control with cold-climate heating capability, a wireless remote control, fireplace function, and a base pan heater. The system uses R32 refrigerant and is ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Certified. Panasonic also specifies that this indoor unit can be used for compatible multi-zone installations.

Key Features

• 14,700 BTU Cooling Capacity: Provides rated cooling capacity of 14,700 BTU/h with an operating range of 3,300–19,300 BTU/h.
• 17,200 BTU Heating Capacity: Provides rated heating capacity of 17,200 BTU/h with an operating range of 3,300–25,200 BTU/h.
• AI ECO: Intelligent control technology designed to balance energy savings and comfort.
• Cold Climate Heating: Supports heating operation down to -15°F (-26°C).
• Wireless Remote Control: Includes a modern wireless remote for convenient system operation.
• Fireplace Function: Helps circulate warm air throughout the room during heating operation.
• Base Pan Heater: Included for cold-climate operation.
• R32 Refrigerant: Uses R32 refrigerant with zero ozone depletion potential.
• ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Certified: Designed for efficient operation in cold-climate applications.
• Multi-Zone Compatible: The CS-Z15AKUAW indoor unit can also be used in compatible multi-zone installations.

Specifications

• Model: CS-Z15AKUAW
• Series: EXTERIOS Z Series
• System SKU: Z15AKUA
• Compatible Outdoor Unit: CU-XZ15AKUAC
• Application: Ductless Heating and Air Conditioning
• Cooling Capacity: 14,700 BTU/h / 4.30 kW
• Cooling Capacity Range: 3,300–19,300 BTU/h
• Heating Capacity: 17,200 BTU/h / 5.04 kW
• Heating Capacity Range: 3,300–25,200 BTU/h
• Moisture Removal: 4.0 pints/hour
• Indoor Airflow – Cooling: 450 CFM
• Indoor Airflow – Heating: 495 CFM
• SEER2: 22.40
• EER2: 13.35
• HSPF2 Region 4: 12.00
• HSPF2 Region 5: 8.90
• Power Supply: 208/230V, Single Phase, 60Hz
• Cooling Power Input: 1,100 W
• Heating Power Input: 1,230 W
• Refrigerant: R32

Indoor Unit Dimensions & Weight

• Height: 11-5/8 in (295 mm)
• Width: 34-9/32 in (870 mm)
• Depth: 9-1/32 in (229 mm)
• Weight: 24 lb (11 kg)

Performance Specifications

• Cooling Capacity – Min/Rated/Max: 3,300 / 14,700 / 19,300 BTU/h
• Cooling Power Input – Min/Rated/Max: 0.24 / 1.10 / 1.90 kW
• Heating Capacity – Min/Rated/Max: 3,300 / 17,200 / 25,200 BTU/h
• Heating Power Input – Min/Rated/Max: 0.20 / 1.23 / 2.40 kW
• Heating Capacity at 17°F: 17,500 BTU/h
• Maximum Heating Capacity at 5°F: 15,300 BTU/h
• COP: 4.10

Noise Levels

• Indoor Cooling Noise – High / Low / Quiet-Low: 45 / 37 / 30 dB-A
• Indoor Heating Noise – High / Low / Quiet-Low: 46 / 37 / 30 dB-A
• Indoor Cooling Power Level: 61 dB
• Indoor Heating Power Level: 62 dB
• Outdoor Cooling Noise: 50 dB-A
• Outdoor Heating Noise: 50 dB-A

Compressor & Electrical Specifications

• Compressor Type: Inverter-driven hermetic rotary
• Motor Type: Brushless, 6-pole
• Compressor Output: 900 W
• Power Supply: 208–230V / 1 Phase / 60Hz
• Maximum Current: 10.3 A
• Maximum Input Power: 2,400 W
• Starting Current: 6.0 A
• Cooling Current: 5.40 A at 208V / 4.90 A at 230V
• Heating Current: 6.00 A at 208V / 5.40 A at 230V

Refrigerant & Piping Specifications

• Refrigerant: R32
• Piping Type: Flare
• Liquid Pipe Diameter: 1/4 in
• Gas Pipe Diameter: 1/2 in
• Standard Piping Length: 24.6 ft
• Maximum Piping Length: 65.6 ft
• Minimum Piping Length: 9.8 ft
• Maximum Indoor-to-Outdoor Height Difference: 49.2 ft
• Additional Refrigerant: 0.2 oz/ft when piping exceeds the standard charged length

System Compatibility

• Indoor Unit: CS-Z15AKUAW
• Outdoor Unit: CU-XZ15AKUAC
• Complete System: Z15AKUA
• System Type: EXTERIOS Z Series Single Split
• Multi-Zone Use: Compatible indoor unit for applicable multi-zone installations

Additional Features

• AI ECO intelligent energy-saving control
• Wireless remote control
• Fireplace function
• Base pan heater
• Cold-climate heating operation down to -15°F (-26°C)
• ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Certified