Mermaid M16 Cool Only FMS A/C Unit - 16,500 BTU's - 220V
Mermaid
FMS M16 Cool Only Marine A/C Unit - 16,500 BTU's - 220V
With a cooling capacity of 1,400 cubic feet, the FMS 16,500 BTU Marine A/C unit is designed to cool up to a 40′ cruiser or a 45′ sailboat.
The FMS M16 – 16,500 BTU system produces phenomenal climate control to vessels. Manufactured on high grade 304-18 gauge stainless steel, this unit was engineered with your comfort in mind. This unit is available in Right, Left, or Top air discharge configurations. FMS recommends at least three discharges for this unit. One 8″ x 6″ grill should be within 6 feet of the unit and at least two other discharges need to be at least the 4″ round supply vents.
Includes a digital thermostat, an insulation mounting pad, and an air output collar. Pump not included.
New redesigned unit features:
- Redesigned control box with more reliability and fewer components (if you need pictures please let me know)
- 30 amp resettable circuit breaker (replacing the 30 amp glass fuse)
- Improved thermostat
- Inverted drip tray with carrying handles.
- Mechanical protection against freezing.
- Dual drain locations for easier installation
- Soft Start technology – for smoother, more efficient startups
- Variable Speed Blower – for precise comfort and reduced power draw
FMS Standard Digital Programmable/Non Programmable Thermostat
The FMS Standard Programmable/Non-Programmable Thermostat / Control is designed to be used with any FMS unit. Programmable features allow for de-humidification. It is provided standard with each FMS Marine Air conditioning unit.

FMS Digital Thermostat. Designed to be used with any FMS unit. Programmable features allow for de-humidification.
It is provided standard with each FMS Marine Air conditioning unit. The thermostat is also accompanied with 20 feet of four-wire thermostat cable and installation instructions.
The programmable features allow for weekday and weekend setting for those boater’s who care to use the unit for dehumidification or simply climate control while not on board. The unit may also simply be used as a on/off control device by utilizing the “Hold” temperature setting key.
Non-Programmable Thermostats are also now available.
Dimensions:
Length 4 1/2" x Width 1 1/4" x Height 3 1/4".
Technical Specifications
| Model | M16 |
| Cooling Capacity | 16,500 BTUs |
| Voltage | 220 V |
| Running Amperage | 12 A |
| Unit Length | 19.75 inches |
| Unit Width | 13.50 inches |
| Unit Height | 13.75 inches |