“Why is it that the unit is 18.5” wide, but the minimum width of the window must be 23”? My window is exactly 20” wide. I’m assuming 18.5” would fit, but I’m questioning why the 5” difference. Please don’t quote what I’ve already read. Thanks”
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Because of the side pieces that are used that need to be attached to them.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It’s for the acordona style things that cover up the rest of the window. Even when it’s folded all the way it’s still about 2+ inches on each side.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The actual unit is 18 1/2 inches. The side panels that extend out accordian style from each side of the unit to the edge of the window use that extra space if you attach them; if you put them both on, at their smallest collapsed size they would need 5” to fit. You could just leave them off (or leave only one off if you’ve got the space to use one on one side of the unit and push the other side right up against the side of the window. If you do leave them off, in a 20” window you will be left with 1 1/2 of open space on the sides that you could just plug with foam weather stripping or a piece of wood or something.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hi Lani! The minimum window dimension width is 23" and the maximum is 36". The width dimensions would be different from the width of the air conditioner, because the adjustable sides have to be factored in. Hopefully this information is helpful to your shopping experience. -Thanks!-
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