Mini Split 12,000 BTU Gree Livo 19 SEER2 Heat Pump System LIV12HP230V1R32AO, LIV12HP230V1R32AH
The one ton LIV12HP230V1R32AO and LIV12HP230V1R32AH pairing is the workhorse of the Livo R32 series — the size most often specified for a primary bedroom, a home office, or a single open living area. It produces 12,000 BTU/h of cooling at 95°F and 12,000 BTU/h of heating at 47°F at 19 SEER2 and 8.5 HSPF2, with the inverter compressor sweeping from 3,070 all the way to 14,600 BTU/h in heating. Among the two 12,000 BTU options it holds the low-temperature advantage, delivering up to 9,100 BTU/h at 5°F versus 8,500 on the 115V model. A wireless LCD remote is included and Wi-Fi is standard.
What a One Ton Zone Looks Like
A single ton of capacity typically covers one substantial room or a pair of connected rooms with unrestricted airflow between them. Because mini splits condition the air in the space they occupy rather than distributing through ducts, doorways and partial walls matter enormously — a 12,000 BTU head cannot push conditioned air around a corner and down a hallway with any real effectiveness, regardless of nameplate capacity.
Beyond layout, the drivers are the usual ones: insulation, air sealing, window area and shading, ceiling height, roof or attic exposure above, and internal loads from people and electronics. This model needs a two-pole 208-230V circuit with a 12 A minimum circuit ampacity and a 15 A suggested breaker, which is a lighter electrical requirement than the 115V version of the same capacity — often the deciding factor when a 240V feed is available.
Ideal for: Primary bedrooms, home offices, living rooms in smaller homes, finished basements, mother-in-law suites, small retail and office suites, and server or equipment rooms needing continuous cooling.
Need more capacity? Step up to the 18,000 BTU Gree Livo 20 SEER2 Heat Pump System for open-plan living areas and larger combined spaces.
Recommended applications are general guidelines only. Actual system requirements depend on insulation, room layout, glazing, ceiling height, ambient conditions, occupancy, and internal heat gain. Request free sizing assistance, contact Budget Heating, or call 813-885-7999.
What's Included
| Outdoor Condenser | LIV12HP230V1R32AO — 12,000 BTU Inverter Heat Pump Condenser |
|---|---|
| Indoor Air Handler | LIV12HP230V1R32AH Wall-Mount Ductless Air Handler |
| Application | Single-Zone Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump System |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Compressor | Variable-Speed DC Inverter |
| Rated Capacity | 12,000 BTU/h Cooling @ 95°F / 12,000 BTU/h Heating @ 47°F |
| Efficiency | 19.0 SEER2 / 9.8 EER2 / 8.5 HSPF2 |
| Electrical | 208-230V, Single Phase, 60 Hz — 15 A Suggested Breaker |
| Included Control | Wireless Remote with LCD Display, Room Temperature Readout and Clock |
The pair is AHRI certified under 214779350. The 56.2 lb condenser holds a 17.6 oz R-32 charge good for 25 feet of line set, plus 0.2 oz per additional foot. Connections are 1/4 inch liquid and 3/8 inch gas flare, pipe length spans 10 to 66 feet, and maximum vertical separation is 40 feet. Electrically it needs a 12 A minimum circuit ampacity with 15 A maximum overcurrent protection across a 187–253 VAC range. Wi-Fi is included and the optional XE71 wired controller interface can replace the handheld remote where a fixed wall control is required.
Condenser & Air Handler Features
LIV12HP230V1R32AO Outdoor Condenser
- Delivers 9,100 BTU/h of heating at 5°F — the strongest cold-weather output of the two 12K models
- Heating modulation range of 3,070 to 14,600 BTU/h
- 19.0 SEER2, 9.8 EER2, and 8.5 HSPF2 rated efficiency
- Variable-speed DC inverter compressor with intelligent defrost and preheat
- Only 7.02 A rated cooling current on 208-230V power
- 12 A minimum circuit ampacity and a 15 A suggested breaker size
- 17.6 oz R-32 factory charge, pre-charged for 25 feet of line set
- Operating envelope of 0°F to 118°F cooling, -13°F to 75°F heating
- Blue-fin coil coating validated to 500 hours salt spray
- Compact 28-13/16 x 21-7/8 x 12-63/64 in. cabinet at 56.2 lb net
LIV12HP230V1R32AH Wall-Mount Air Handler
- Included wireless LCD remote with room temperature display and clock
- I-Feel functionality controls to the temperature sensed at the remote
- 182 to 424 CFM airflow across four selectable fan speeds
- 2.96 pints per hour of dehumidification for humid summer conditions
- 27 dB(A) minimum indoor sound pressure level
- Turbo mode for rapid pull-down or pull-up after setback
- Dry anti-mildew X-Fan mode dries the coil after the call ends
- Auto Clean and self-diagnosis reduce nuisance service calls
- Composite drain pan with swing louver air distribution control
- 32-7/8 in. wide low-profile cabinet at just 19.8 lb net weight
Specifications & Manuals
The submittal sheet is the authority for clearances, electrical data, and piping limits on this specific pairing. Complete the installation with a 1/4" and 3/8" insulated copper line set and 14/4 interconnecting wire from our mini split copper and accessories selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will one 12,000 BTU head condition two bedrooms?
Only if the rooms are genuinely open to each other. A ductless head throws air in one direction and relies on room circulation, so it cannot condition a second room through a doorway with any consistency. Two bedrooms almost always want two heads — either two single-zone systems or a multi-zone system from our ductless mini split systems range.
Is 19 SEER2 a step down from the 9,000 BTU model's 20.5?
On paper, yes — 19.0 SEER2 versus 20.5 SEER2. In practice the ratings apply to different capacities and are not interchangeable. A correctly sized 12,000 BTU system at 19 SEER2 will almost always outperform an undersized 9,000 BTU system forced to run at full output continuously, because inverter equipment earns its efficiency at part load.
Can this system be used for continuous equipment or server room cooling?
Rated cooling operation extends down to 0°F outdoor ambient, which supports year-round cooling in most climates, and memory with power-failure recovery restores operation automatically after an outage. For critical loads, verify the room's sensible heat ratio and consider redundancy — a single 1:1 system is a single point of failure.
What does the 25 foot pre-charge actually mean for my installation?
The condenser leaves the factory with enough R-32 for 25 feet of line set. Runs shorter than that need no adjustment. Beyond 25 feet the installer adds 0.2 oz per additional foot up to the 66 foot maximum, so a 50 foot run would take roughly 5 oz of additional charge.
How does intelligent defrost affect winter heating performance?
In heating mode the outdoor coil accumulates frost, which chokes airflow and cuts capacity. Rather than defrosting on a fixed timer, the control logic evaluates conditions before initiating a cycle, which reduces unnecessary defrosts and the comfort interruption that comes with them. Preheating of the compressor also protects it during cold starts.
Does the Wi-Fi feature require a subscription?
Wi-Fi is listed as an included standard feature on this model's submittal, used with Gree's mobile app for remote scheduling and control. Setup requires a 2.4 GHz home network. If app control is not wanted, the included wireless LCD remote operates the system fully on its own.
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