This is a wall-sleeve air conditioner and electric-heat unit for hotel rooms, apartments, condos, or additions near saltwater where standard units corrode faster than usual. It's built for property managers and homeowners who need self-contained, per-room climate control with added protection against coastal air.
The PTC073J35CXXX is a 7,000 BTU standard-cooler PTAC with a 3.5/3.0 kW electric heat strip, built on Amana's PTC chassis with factory Seacoast corrosion protection for coastal hospitality and residential installs. It uses R-32 refrigerant and meets or exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 efficiency standards. Note: If you would like to review the manufacturer Product Specifications, Warranty, Brochure, etc., for this system, please refer to the "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above on this page.
Critical Fit & Power Requirements
- Wall sleeve opening: Standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high (industry-standard, e.g. Amana WS900E / WS900QW).
- Voltage: 230/208V. Operating range 197V minimum to 253V maximum.
- Amperage with electric heat: 15.5/14.1A total; MCA 19.5A; MOP (breaker) 20A.
- NEMA plug type: 6-20P, factory-installed cord with LCDI device per UL 484 (applies to all units under 250V).
- Wall Sleeve is NOT included and is sold separately.
- Exterior Architectural Grille is NOT included and is sold separately.
- Not compatible with 115V circuits.
- Not compatible with 265V hardwire or sub-base installations — this is not the 265V PTC074J commercial sibling, and does not accept the PTSB4**E sub-base or PTPWHWK4 hard-wire kit.
- Not a drop-in fit for non-standard or custom sleeve openings outside 42 in x 16-1/16 in.
On seacoast installs, the technical friction point isn't the electrical — it's condensate drainage combined with salt-air exposure accelerating any standing water damage to drywall. Pitch the wall sleeve 1/4 bubble toward the exterior (check with a torpedo level across the sleeve base) so condensate drains outward instead of pooling at the interior wall line. This single step prevents the slow drywall rot and mold growth that shows up 12-18 months after a flat or reverse-pitched install. Validate the pitch against the framing diagram rough-opening spec of approximately 42-1/4 in wide x 16-1/4 in minimum height, with the sleeve extending a minimum of 1/4 in beyond the outside wall face. For property managers, document the verified pitch reading at turnover — it's a low-cost inspection step that heads off warranty disputes over "unit leaking" service calls that are actually sleeve-installation issues, not equipment defects.
Key Benefits
- EER of 12.8/12.8 for efficient cooling performance at rated voltage.
- 1.7 pints/hour of dehumidification to help manage room humidity.
- 65 CFM of fresh-air ventilation for make-up air in occupied rooms.
- Single-stage 3.5/3.0 kW electric heat strip delivers 12,000 BTU (230V) or 9,900 BTU (208V) of supplemental heat.
- Factory Seacoast corrosion protection targets coil and cabinet longevity in coastal, high-salt environments.
- R-32 refrigerant and compliance with ASHRAE 90.1 efficiency standards.
| Spec | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity | 7,000/7,000 | BTU/h |
| EER | 12.8/12.8 | - |
| Compressor Amps | 3.2/3.2 | A |
| Compressor Watts | 545/545 | W |
| Chassis MCA (No Heater) | 3.7 | A |
| CFM Wet High/Low | 330/245 | CFM |
| CFM Dry High/Low | 343/309 | CFM |
| Ventilation CFM | 65 | CFM |
| Dehumidification | 1.7 | pints/hr |
| Net Weight | 106 | lb |
| Shipping Weight | 115 | lb |
| Electric Heat Size | 3.5/3.0 | kW |
| Heat Stages | 1 | - |
| Heating Capacity (230V) | 12,000 | BTU/h |
| Heating Capacity (208V) | 9,900 | BTU/h |
| Total Watts (with Heat) | 3,570/2,935 | W |
| Total Amps (with Heat) | 15.5/14.1 | A |
| MCA (with Heat) | 19.5 | A |
| MOP (Breaker Size) | 20 | A |
| NEMA Plug Type | 6-20P | - |
| Voltage | 230/208 | V |
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 | - |
| Wall Sleeve Dimensions | Standard 42 x 16-1/16 | in |
| Wall Sleeve Included | Not Included | - |
| Exterior Architectural Grille Included | Not Included | - |
| Corrosion Protection | Seacoast Protected | - |
Note: See "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above for full specifications.
Compatibility & Fitment
- Fits industry-standard 42 in x 16-1/16 in wall sleeve openings, such as the Amana WS900E or WS900QW sleeve line.
- Compatible with 230/208V circuits, 20A breaker, via factory-installed 6-20P power cord.
- Not compatible with 115V circuits.
- Not compatible with 265V hardwire or sub-base setups. The 265V commercial sibling of this chassis is the PTC074J, which requires the Amana PTSB4**E sub-base or PTPWHWK4 hard-wire kit with PSHW04A disconnect — none of these apply to or ship with this 230/208V unit.
- Wall Sleeve NOT included — order separately (e.g., WS900E, WS900QW, or WS900SC seacoast-protected sleeve).
- Exterior Architectural Grille NOT included — order separately (SGK, AGK, or PGK grille options).
- Not a drop-in replacement for non-standard or custom-depth sleeve openings.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 |
| ASHRAE Compliance | Meets or exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 |
| Power Cord Compliance | LCDI power cord, UL 484 (units under 250V) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 197V minimum / 253V maximum |
| Overcurrent Protection (No Heater) | 15A for all units without electric heaters |
FAQ
Is the wall sleeve included with this unit?
No. The wall sleeve is sold separately. This unit is designed to install into an industry-standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high wall sleeve opening, such as the Amana WS900E or WS900QW.
What breaker size and plug type does this unit require?
With the 3.5/3.0 kW electric heat installed, this unit has a Minimum Circuit Ampacity of 19.5A and requires a 20A breaker (MOP). It ships with a factory-installed 6-20P power cord.
Can this be hardwired for 265V commercial applications?
No. This is a 230/208V unit and is not rated for 265V. The 265V commercial version of this chassis is the PTC074J, which requires an Amana sub-base (PTSB4**E series) or hard-wire kit PTPWHWK4 with disconnect switch PSHW04A, none of which are compatible with or included with this 230/208V model.
Will this fit a standard 42-inch by 16-inch wall sleeve opening?
Yes. This chassis is designed for the industry-standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high wall sleeve opening. It is not a drop-in fit for non-standard or custom sleeve openings.
Does this require a licensed electrician or HVAC professional to install and keep the warranty valid?
[NEEDS VERIFICATION] - installer licensing requirements for warranty validity are not specified in the source catalog data provided. Refer to the manufacturer warranty document in the Resources tab for exact terms.
Warranty & Registration
This unit is covered by a 1-Year Repair/Replace warranty and a 5-Year Parts Limited Warranty, per Amana's published warranty badge terms. Exact conditions, including any distinction between residential and commercial hospitality usage, are detailed in the manufacturer warranty document. Refer to the "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above on this page for the full warranty PDF before you order — ask us if anything in that document is unclear, and we always reply back.
