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Daikin XL Premium 8.5kW Reverse Cycle Split System (FTXM85WVMA)
Cooling8.50kW
Heating9.00kW
Room size60-80 m2
Indoor noise33-49 dB
Warranty5 years
The Daikin FTXM85WVMA is an 8.5kW wall-mounted split system from Daikin’s XL Premium range — the point where a single wall unit is being asked to condition a whole open-plan level, and where built-in Wi-Fi stops being a novelty and starts being genuinely useful.
Coalfields Climate Control supplies and installs these across Singleton and the Hunter Valley, and will be straight with you about whether a unit this size is the right approach for your layout.
Overview of Daikin XL Premium 8.5kW Reverse Cycle Split System (FTXM85WVMA)
▾The FTXM85WVMA pairs with the RXM85WVMA outdoor unit for 8.5kW rated cooling and 9.0kW rated heating, modulating from 2.0kW to 10.5kW in cooling. This is a substantially bigger machine than anything in the Cora range: the indoor unit is 329 x 1240 x 278 mm at 19kg, and the outdoor unit is 990 x 940 x 320 mm at 77kg. Both need planning — the indoor unit needs 1.24m of clear wall, and the outdoor unit needs a base that can carry 77kg with service clearance around it.
The main functional advantage over Cora is that Wi-Fi is built into the indoor unit rather than requiring an adaptor, so app control and scheduling work out of the box. It also carries Intelligent Eye presence sensing, 3-D airflow and air purification.
Installation limits are 30m pipe and 20m height difference, on 6.4mm liquid and 15.9mm gas pipe.
– Wi-Fi built into the indoor unit — no adaptor required, unlike the Cora range
– 8.5kW cooling and 9.0kW heating, modulating from 2.0kW
– Intelligent Eye presence sensing
– 3-D airflow for even distribution across large spaces
– Air purification filtration
– 30m maximum pipe run and 20m height difference
– R32 refrigerant
– 5-year parts and labour warranty when professionally installed
Is the Daikin XL Premium 8.5kW Reverse Cycle Split System (FTXM85WVMA) right for your home?
▾– Large open-plan living areas between approximately 60 and 80 m2
– Whole upper or lower levels of a split-level home
– Large single-space commercial premises — shopfronts, studios, consulting rooms
– Homes where ducting is not practical but a large area still needs conditioning
– Anyone who wants app control and scheduling without a separate adaptor
At this capacity, honestly compare against ducted. A ducted system covering the same floor area gives you room-by-room zone control instead of one large unit trying to push conditioned air into spaces it cannot reach. We quote both so you can see the difference.
Performance & Efficiency
▾Cooling Capacity
8.5 kW
Heating Capacity
9.0 kW
Recommended Room
60–80 m²
Inverter
Yes
YesEER
3.62
COP (Heating)
3.38
ZERL stars: cooling 3.5/3/3.5, heating 2.5/2/2 (hot/average/cold). Capacity range 2.0-10.5kW cooling, 1.9-11.6kW heating. Airflow 380 l/s cooling, 403 l/s heating.
Noise Levels
▾Indoor Min
33 dB(A)
Indoor Max
49 dB(A)
Outdoor
55 dB(A)
Indoor: 35 dB(A) silent / 49 dB(A) high cooling; 33 dB(A) silent / 49 dB(A) high heating. Outdoor: 51-54 dB(A) cooling; 51-55 dB(A) heating.
Power & Installation
▾Power Supply
240V Single Phase
Max Power Input
2.66 kW
Max Pipe Length
30 m
Max Pipe Height
20 m
Pipe sizes 6.4mm liquid / 15.9mm gas. Wi-Fi is built into the indoor unit -- no adaptor required.
Refrigerant & Environment
▾Refrigerant
R32
R32 has a substantially lower global warming potential than R410A. Charge weight not published by the manufacturer.
Dimensions & Weight
▾Indoor (W×H×D)
1240 × 329 × 278 mm
Outdoor (W×H×D)
940 × 990 × 320 mm
Warranty
▾Warranty period
5years
5-year parts and labour warranty on split systems professionally installed in domestic premises in Australia.
Model Details
▾Model NameXL Premium
Model NumberFTXM85WVMA
Indoor UnitFTXM85WVMA
Outdoor UnitRXM85WVMA
Features
▾WiFi
App Control
Human Sensor
Air Purification
Quiet Mode
Eco Mode
Multi Directional Airflow
Auto Restart
Weekly Timer
Filter
Air-purifying filter
Energy Efficiency & Performance
▾The FTXM85WVMA is rated at 3.62 EER cooling and 3.38 COP heating, with annual figures of 3.59 AEER and 3.36 ACOP. ZERL ratings are 3.5 stars cooling and 2.5 stars heating in the hot zone.
Be realistic about what those numbers mean. Efficiency falls as wall-mounted capacity rises, and at 8.5kW you are well below the 5.10 EER of a 2.5kW Cora. Rated input is 2.35kW cooling and 2.66kW heating — a serious electrical load, and one worth checking your switchboard can comfortably carry alongside everything else.
If the space suits it, a ducted system of similar capacity will often deliver better real-world efficiency, because zoning lets you condition only the rooms in use rather than the whole floor. That is a genuine comparison worth running before you commit.
Installation Notes for the Daikin XL Premium 8.5kW Reverse Cycle Split System (FTXM85WVMA)
▾This system pairs the FTXM85WVMA indoor unit with the RXM85WVMA outdoor unit, on a 240V single-phase supply, with a maximum pipe length of 30m and a maximum height difference of 20m.
Coalfields Climate Control supplies and installs this unit throughout Singleton and the Hunter Valley. A site assessment before quoting confirms room sizing, unit placement, pipe route, condensate drainage and electrical capacity.
What supply and install through us covers:
– Manufacturer-approved installation by qualified technicians, so the warranty is not compromised by a non-compliant install
– A lifetime guarantee of workmanship on the installation itself
– A 10-day install guarantee on split system installations in Singleton
– Drop sheets laid before work starts, mess cleaned up afterwards, and a walkthrough of how to operate the system
The most common problem we are called out to fix is not a faulty unit — it is an installation issue: undersized selection, poor outdoor unit placement, or drainage that was never set up properly. Getting the supply and the install from one local team means one number to call if anything is not right.
To arrange a site assessment and quote, call 0422 493 102.
Warranty Information
▾Daikin provides a 5-year parts and labour warranty on split systems professionally installed in domestic premises in Australia.
That warranty depends on the installation being carried out correctly by a qualified installer, and on normal use and maintenance. A DIY or unlicensed install is the fastest way to void it — and handling refrigerant without a licence is an offence in Australia regardless of the warranty position.
Coalfields Climate Control installs to manufacturer specification and is manufacturer-approved for full warranty servicing across all major brands, so ongoing servicing can be handled locally rather than through a metropolitan agent. Our own workmanship carries a lifetime guarantee on top of the product warranty.
Warranty coverage depends on correct installation, normal use, maintenance requirements and the manufacturer current warranty terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
▾What room size does the FTXM85WVMA suit?
It suits spaces of roughly 60 to 80 m2. That is a starting point, not a final answer -- ceiling height, insulation, window area and west-facing glazing all shift it. We size on site before quoting, and will recommend a different capacity if the room needs one.
How quiet is it?
Indoor sound pressure ranges from 33 dB(A) on the quiet setting to 49 dB(A) at high fan speed. The quiet figure is the one that matters for bedrooms and living areas used in the evening.
How much does supply and installation cost in Singleton?
It depends on the pipe run, wall construction, outdoor unit placement and whether the electrical supply needs work, so we quote after a site assessment rather than giving a headline figure that changes later. Call 0422 493 102 to book one.
Does it include Wi-Fi control?
Yes. Wi-Fi is built into the indoor unit on the XL Premium range, so app control and scheduling work without an extra adaptor. This is a genuine difference from the Cora range, which needs an optional wireless adaptor fitted.
Can it replace my existing split system and reuse the pipework?
Often yes, provided the existing run is within the 30m maximum length and 20m height difference and the pipework is sound. We check this during the site assessment -- reusing serviceable pipework keeps the cost down where it is appropriate.
How efficient is it to run?
It is rated at 3.62 EER for cooling and 3.38 COP for heating. In practice that means roughly 3.62kW of cooling for every kilowatt of electricity drawn. Paired with rooftop solar, daytime summer running costs in Singleton are low.