Does it need a special outlet?

Yes. It runs on 230V, so it needs a dedicated high-voltage circuit, not a standard 115V wall outlet. Check your outlet and breaker before buying.

How large a room will it cool?

Whirlpool rates it for rooms up to about 550 square feet. That suits a large living room or open-plan area, but not a whole floor.

No. The supplemental heat takes the chill off in mild weather. It will not keep a room warm through a cold winter.

Yes, a remote control is included, so you can adjust cooling, fan speed and mode from across the room.

It is built for a standard double-hung window. Sliding or casement windows usually need a different mounting kit or a different unit.

At Best Buy, for $549.99, as of our latest check.

6 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Best Buy, Quill, Lowe's, Staples.

$549.99at Best BuyChecked 12 h ago

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