{"product_id":"dometic-freshjet-5-mechanical-heat-pump-15k-btu-black-fjx5557mhp","title":"Dometic FreshJet 5 Mechanical Heat Pump | 15K BTU | Black | FJX5557MHP","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpgrade to heat-pump-capable rooftop AC with the \u003cstrong\u003eDometic FreshJet 5 Low-Profile Heat Pump RV Air Conditioner — Black Mechanical (Part #FJX5557MHPBKCS \/ SKU 9620015928)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mechanical 15,000 BTU low-profile AC with integrated heat pump for electric heating. Direct Penguin II replacement — same 10.5\" installed height, quieter operation, reinforced steel base, and built-in hard start. Mechanical control operation via ceiling ADB OR wall thermostat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Mechanical Heat Pump — Rare Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandout differentiator: this is the \u003cstrong\u003eMECHANICAL heat pump variant\u003c\/strong\u003e of the FreshJet 5 platform. Combines two features that don't typically appear together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat pump capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — integrated electric heating (typically only on electronic models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical control\u003c\/strong\u003e — can operate via ceiling air distribution box OR wall thermostat, no pre-installed electronic control board required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeaningful for buyers who want heat pump function without the electronic control complexity of the FJX5557EHP variants — or for installations that already have compatible mechanical control components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion Ceiling ADB\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor non-ducted installations using a ceiling ADB for control, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/dometic-heat-pump-air-distribution-box-3314853-000-non-ducted\"\u003eDometic Air Distribution Box for Non-Ducted Heat Pump ACs (3314853.000)\u003c\/a\u003e — manual-control ADB engineered for heat pump systems, compatible with this FreshJet 5 Mechanical Heat Pump unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Configurations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FreshJet 5 platform is available in multiple configurations. Choose based on your needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrefer White Mechanical Heat Pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e📋 White mechanical heat pump variant may be available — check the catalog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling-Only (No Heat Pump):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/dometic-freshjet-5-low-profile-rv-air-conditioner-9620015927-fjx5557mbkcs-15-000-btu-black-1\"\u003eFreshJet 5 15K BTU Mechanical Cooling-Only — Black (FJX5557MBKCS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/dometic-freshjet-5-low-profile-rv-air-conditioner-9620015933-fjx5557mwhcs-15-000-btu-white\"\u003eFreshJet 5 15K BTU Mechanical Cooling-Only — White (FJX5557MWHCS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Heat Pump (Pre-Installed Control Board):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/dometic-freshjet-5-with-heat-pump-fjx5557ehpbkcs-9620017217-built-in-hard-start-15-000-btu-black-r32\"\u003eFreshJet 5 Electronic Heat Pump — Black (FJX5557EHPBKCS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/dometic-freshjet-5-with-heat-pump-fjx5557ehpwhcs-9620017216-built-in-hard-start-15-000-btu-white-r32\"\u003eFreshJet 5 Electronic Heat Pump — White (FJX5557EHPWHCS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Direct Penguin II Replacement — Same Height and Footprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FreshJet 5 is engineered as a \u003cstrong\u003edrop-in replacement for the Dometic Penguin II\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame 10.5\" low-profile installed height\u003c\/strong\u003e as Penguin II\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSame mounting footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo roof modifications required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical Control — Ceiling ADB OR Wall Thermostat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit operates through \u003cstrong\u003emechanical control components\u003c\/strong\u003e — no pre-installed electronic control board. Two control options work with this AC:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeiling Air Distribution Box (ADB) with integrated controls\u003c\/strong\u003e — twist-knob operation from the ceiling assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall thermostat\u003c\/strong\u003e — remote-mounted control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your existing installation uses either configuration, this AC is a compatible replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Heat Pump for Electric Heating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversible refrigerant cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient electric heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling AND heating from one rooftop unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced propane\/furnace dependency\u003c\/strong\u003e in mild weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Built-In Hard Start\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandout reliability feature: \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in hard start\u003c\/strong\u003e improves startup performance and reduces the chance of tripping breakers when multiple appliances start simultaneously. Meaningful for RVs on 30-amp service or generator power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e15,000 BTU Cooling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15,000 BTU cooling capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced steel base\u003c\/strong\u003e for long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved airflow performance\u003c\/strong\u003e vs Penguin II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Up to 9dB Quieter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgraded motor and blower system: \u003cstrong\u003eup to 9dB quieter operation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Meaningful improvement over legacy Penguin II noise levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLow-Profile 10.5\" Height\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow-profile design gives improved roof clearance for low-clearance parking, garage storage, or driveway constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDucted OR Non-Ducted Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersatile installation flexibility — works with both ducted and non-ducted systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Pre-Installed Roof Compression Gasket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes with a \u003cstrong\u003epre-installed roof compression gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e on the base of the unit. This gasket provides the proper seal between the AC and RV roof — \u003cstrong\u003eno additional sealant or roof gasket required\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ SHIPS FREE via Freight to the 48 States\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree freight shipping to the 48 contiguous states.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most orders arrive within a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Freight Shipping Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a large-format freight item. Because of the shipping method, this item may not be eligible for standard return processing — inspect thoroughly upon delivery and note any damage on the delivery receipt before signing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e FJX5557MHPBKCS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9620015928\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7315091543224\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Professional Installation Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation involves rooftop mounting, weather sealing, 120V AC electrical wiring, and integration with your ceiling ADB or wall thermostat. Installation should be performed by a \u003cstrong\u003equalified RV service technician\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2-Year Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Dometic OEM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Dometic OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e FreshJet 5 mechanical heat pump rooftop AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e FJX5557MHPBKCS (SKU 9620015928)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7315091543224\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect low-profile replacement for Dometic Penguin II\u003c\/strong\u003e — same 10.5\" height and mounting footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15,000 BTU cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated heat pump\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient electric heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical control\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with ceiling ADB or wall thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in hard start\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 9dB quieter\u003c\/strong\u003e than previous FreshJet models\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced steel base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDucted OR non-ducted\u003c\/strong\u003e installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-installed roof compression gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e — no additional sealant needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPS FREE via freight\u003c\/strong\u003e to 48 states\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacked by 2-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: Dometic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeries: FreshJet 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart Number: FJX5557MHPBKCS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSKU: 9620015928\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUPC: 7315091543224\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: RV Rooftop Air Conditioner with Heat Pump (Low-Profile, Mechanical)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCooling Capacity: 15,000 BTU\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat Pump: Yes (integrated electric heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControl Type: Mechanical (uses ceiling ADB or wall thermostat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHard Start: Built-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Ducted OR Non-Ducted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstalled Height: 10.5\" (matches Penguin II)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting Footprint: Matches Penguin II\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect Replaces: Dometic Penguin II\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNoise Reduction: Up to 9dB quieter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBase Construction: Reinforced steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoof Compression Gasket: Pre-installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCooling-Only Mechanical Sibling: FJX5557MBKCS (15K black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectronic Heat Pump Sibling: FJX5557EHPBKCS (15K black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipping: Ships FREE via freight to 48 states\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty: 2-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dometic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58322373378351,"sku":null,"price":2548.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/7663\/0063\/files\/Dometic_FreshJet515_000BTU_Low-ProfileAirConditioner_withHeatPump_9620015928_FJX5557MHPBKCS_9105306449_Mechanical_Black_01.webp?v=1786539856","url":"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/en-ca\/products\/dometic-freshjet-5-mechanical-heat-pump-15k-btu-black-fjx5557mhp","provider":"The RV Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}