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How to Install a Rooftop Air Conditioner on a Camper

Cool air on a warm summer day is one of the luxuries of owning an RV. Air conditioners not only cool the air, but also keeps humidity levels low. Dashboard air conditioners in engine-based RVs do not cool off the entire unit because they are just like the air conditioners in your car. Installing a rooftop air conditioner for your comfort is an easy weekend do-it-yourself project.

Things You'll Need

  • Roof air-conditioning unit
  • One ceiling assembly panel mount
  • Mounting bolts
  • Connecting wires
  • Drill and bits
  • Assorted wrenches
  • A variety of screwdrivers
  • Sealant
  • Saber saw and blades
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Instructions

    • 1

      Find a location strong enough to support the unit on the roof. Be sure that doesn't have anything such as lights below it. Keep the edges of the unit at least 8 inches away from the edge of the roof. In many cases, roof-mounted air conditioners will install in place of an existing vent.

    • 2

      Cut a hole in the roof big enough to fit the connections between the roof portion and the ceiling portion of the unit. Make sure your measurements are accurate before cutting.

    • 3

      Mark where the mounting bolts will go by placing the unit on the roof and tracing through the holes with a marker. Install the bolts in the interior of the RV that will hold the unit in place.

    • 4

      Mount the ceiling unit with a drill. Secure it with the ceiling mount.

    • 5

      Apply sealant where the air conditioner meets the metal of the roof.

    • 6

      Connect the wiring to proper locations for the ceiling units. The wires are color-coded and will vary based on the model you are installing. Consult the owner's manual for verification.

    • 7

      Plug the ceiling unit into the roof unit and turn the power on to the air conditioner to test that it is working properly.

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