The 1949 model 61-D Philco-York unit was actually introduced mid-summer 1948. It was rated at a maximum of 5600 BTU/hr (indoor ambient 80°F dry bulb, 50% R.H., outdoor ambient 90°F dry bulb, 75°F wet bulb). Note this is not the ARI standard. For purposes of checking proper operation the total wattage draw should not exceed 905 watts. The compressor is a full hermetic Tecumseh ‘B’ ½ hp unit (twin-cylinder, 4-pole) using F12. It is the second version of the ‘B’ series. First version was introduced in 1938. Condensate disposal was accomplished by the air blast from the condenser centrifugal blower wheel. The entire unit weighs 182 lbs. This unit is a fine example of American engineering at its finest. Made to last forever! When I was a small child in Chicago I remember two of these units in my neighborhood. One was in a private home, the other in a lawyer’s office.
Ken, I saw this unit on your Flickr page. It shows a rotary-type control switch, so maybe the switch on Dave's unit was replaced. As usual, excellent coverage.
God I love it. This was made back on time when they made things to last a person a lifetime. I'm so sad to say that we will NEVER see anything made like this again. I would love to own one like this.
This is frikin awesome. What a find! I've never seen a unit constructed quite that way. Having a squirrel cage blower for the condenser fan reminds me of the 1959 York units. I would probably oil that fan motor while you've got the case off. It has probably never seen a drop of lubrication.
That is an extremely cool find, and is right up my alley with this old HVAC stuff! Oldest unit I’ve ever laid my hands on was actually a curb find that I found, 1960-63 General Electric Lo thinline. Very cool unit, traded it with a friend for some other goodies as it was pretty big and drew a LOT of power lol.
That thing reminds me of an elkay refrigerated drinking fountain from 1965. That thing is in sad shape but it still runs like it is brand new, it is also the most efficient and oldest drinking fountain in the whole building. It has been beat to hell, condenser coil is totally plugged up, drain is partially clogged, and the compressor has a thick layer of dust on its head but it still puts out 32 degree water and runs silently. The paint on the compressor is in great shape and there is no damage on the chassis. I have plans on getting it and restoring it to new, I have a video on it starting up along with a newer (90s to early 2000s) Halsey Taylor Ada drinking fountain with possibly an AE compressor inside.
So first window air conditioner made was 1931 no context on where one may still be and only picture of it it's the size of two side by side refrigerators over taking a wall. Looks like the one u got is when they became realistic in usable size. And probably the last of it's kind. Excellent video.
There is some misinformation on-line about what was the first air conditioner. The very first window-mounted room air conditioner was the Thorne. It was designed and tested in the spring of 1931 by Ward Thorne of Chicago and advertised for sale in 1932 by Thorne Motor Corporation as seen in the June 15, 1932 ad appearing in Electric Refrigeration News. The unit you may be thinking of was the 1931 De La Vergne. It was a massive floor standing console unit producing 24000 BTU/hr cooling and also operated as a heat pump. It used a full hermetic compressor as well. Both of these units set the standard for room air conditioners to come.
Ken, I looked at the De La Vergne unit on your Tumblr page. Great info! Hard to believe that a 2HP compressor would run on a normal regular outlet as they claim in the ad, unless they are referring to a later, smaller model.@@air_conditioner_man
Hey im a huge fan of your videos, i just started getting into collecting air conditioners, and i hope to find more old air conditioners next summer, i found so many air conditioners that people didn't want, granted they were newer old pos models but you clean them up they work just fine and i always learn new stuff watching your videos, cheers 🤙
I have never seen that exterior shape either (I'm 68) and I have noticed AC units since I was a kid. I do have some similarity: My 76 Lincoln has a Philco radio (AM-FM-8 track). BTW when you take it apart further, the condenser is probably just as blocked up as the evap was
goes to show how much better they made stuff back in the day. I have a 1950's GE combination fridge and Frigidaire electric stove that are still chugging along after 73 (+/-) years.😀 this new shit today, lasts 6 months to a year then you have to throw it out, and go spend more greenbacks for more cheaply made crap ,because it costs more to get parts then to just replace it . which is just bullshit man 😡
@@jasonkrause8876 tell me you have no idea what you are talking about without actually saying it? How this is the highlighted comment is beyond me. Its called restoration. Rewiring is part of that process. Genius.
The 1949 model 61-D Philco-York unit was actually introduced mid-summer 1948. It was rated at a maximum of 5600 BTU/hr (indoor ambient 80°F dry bulb, 50% R.H., outdoor ambient 90°F dry bulb, 75°F wet bulb). Note this is not the ARI standard. For purposes of checking proper operation the total wattage draw should not exceed 905 watts. The compressor is a full hermetic Tecumseh ‘B’ ½ hp unit (twin-cylinder, 4-pole) using F12. It is the second version of the ‘B’ series. First version was introduced in 1938. Condensate disposal was accomplished by the air blast from the condenser centrifugal blower wheel. The entire unit weighs 182 lbs. This unit is a fine example of American engineering at its finest. Made to last forever! When I was a small child in Chicago I remember two of these units in my neighborhood. One was in a private home, the other in a lawyer’s office.
Ken, I saw this unit on your Flickr page. It shows a rotary-type control switch, so maybe the switch on Dave's unit was replaced. As usual, excellent coverage.
God I love it. This was made back on time when they made things to last a person a lifetime. I'm so sad to say that we will NEVER see anything made like this again. I would love to own one like this.
This is frikin awesome. What a find! I've never seen a unit constructed quite that way. Having a squirrel cage blower for the condenser fan reminds me of the 1959 York units. I would probably oil that fan motor while you've got the case off. It has probably never seen a drop of lubrication.
Oh my god that is one amazing unit! Very unique and actually quiet, it goes to show you the quality that was built in years ago.
Absolutely!!!
That is an extremely cool find, and is right up my alley with this old HVAC stuff! Oldest unit I’ve ever laid my hands on was actually a curb find that I found, 1960-63 General Electric Lo thinline. Very cool unit, traded it with a friend for some other goodies as it was pretty big and drew a LOT of power lol.
The compressor sounds epic!
That thing reminds me of an elkay refrigerated drinking fountain from 1965. That thing is in sad shape but it still runs like it is brand new, it is also the most efficient and oldest drinking fountain in the whole building. It has been beat to hell, condenser coil is totally plugged up, drain is partially clogged, and the compressor has a thick layer of dust on its head but it still puts out 32 degree water and runs silently. The paint on the compressor is in great shape and there is no damage on the chassis. I have plans on getting it and restoring it to new, I have a video on it starting up along with a newer (90s to early 2000s) Halsey Taylor Ada drinking fountain with possibly an AE compressor inside.
Lucky find! And it still cranks up cold air ❄️
Keep up the great content! ❤
Outstanding find! I like how the condenser is protected by louvers, unlike the early '50's Carrier units.
Well I’m hoping another one comes up for you to acquire. Dave has to install it next summer in his bedroom. This is my vote
Absolutely! We were talking about that
So first window air conditioner made was 1931 no context on where one may still be and only picture of it it's the size of two side by side refrigerators over taking a wall. Looks like the one u got is when they became realistic in usable size. And probably the last of it's kind. Excellent video.
There is some misinformation on-line about what was the first air conditioner. The very first window-mounted room air conditioner was the Thorne. It was designed and tested in the spring of 1931 by Ward Thorne of Chicago and advertised for sale in 1932 by Thorne Motor Corporation as seen in the June 15, 1932 ad appearing in Electric Refrigeration News. The unit you may be thinking of was the 1931 De La Vergne. It was a massive floor standing console unit producing 24000 BTU/hr cooling and also operated as a heat pump. It used a full hermetic compressor as well. Both of these units set the standard for room air conditioners to come.
Ken, I looked at the De La Vergne unit on your Tumblr page. Great info! Hard to believe that a 2HP compressor would run on a normal regular outlet as they claim in the ad, unless they are referring to a later, smaller model.@@air_conditioner_man
Wow. Amazing unit.
Hey im a huge fan of your videos, i just started getting into collecting air conditioners, and i hope to find more old air conditioners next summer, i found so many air conditioners that people didn't want, granted they were newer old pos models but you clean them up they work just fine and i always learn new stuff watching your videos, cheers 🤙
I have never seen that exterior shape either (I'm 68) and I have noticed AC units since I was a kid. I do have some similarity: My 76 Lincoln has a Philco radio (AM-FM-8 track). BTW when you take it apart further, the condenser is probably just as blocked up as the evap was
love the video, however, the radio might get you copyrighted, so watch out!
Very rarely a problem and im not monotized. Once or twice i had to cut a segment out but usually you simply cant monotize the video.
goes to show how much better they made stuff back in the day.
I have a 1950's GE combination fridge and Frigidaire electric stove that are still chugging
along after 73 (+/-) years.😀
this new shit today, lasts 6 months to a year then you have to throw it out, and go spend more greenbacks for more cheaply made crap ,because it costs more to get parts then to just replace it . which is just bullshit man 😡
"I have one of these made for finding loose screws"
You mean like you, me, Dave, and KB for example? 😅
I am jealous!
Me too lol its Daves unit
yeah right.@@TheAirConditionerGuy
Looks like 6k btu to me. Three row evaporator, just like mine, with roughly the same dimensions.
that's cool
how do vintage Air Conditioners last so long!!!!!!!
Good old American engineering!
They dont make things like they used to. These things are tough as they come.
a damn fire hazard waiting to happen wires are probably close to being fried zz zzzz zap pop .Oldest POS ac I have every seen . On its last legs
@@jasonkrause8876 tell me you have no idea what you are talking about without actually saying it? How this is the highlighted comment is beyond me. Its called restoration. Rewiring is part of that process. Genius.
bruh he paid $200 for that? jeez louis that thing is a pos
Tell me you dont know what you are talking about without saying it 😂😂😂
It's rare, it's 75 years old, and it still works. It's probably worth 200 bucks. Some paint and TLC and it would look incredible.