Ductless hvac containment system

Abstract

A ductless HVAC containment system is provided, wherein the system is intended to conceal traditional wall hung ductless HVAC components, such as mini split system air handlers. The system may be installed in new construction, retrofits, and during renovations of homes, offices, schools, etc. The system provides an ascetic and functional solution to the growing demand of ductless HVAC units. The system features a cabinet and cover combination engineered to be installed directly into the framing of a wall. The cabinet provides a recess for the air handler and other components that are not in the air handler's housing. The removable cover conceals the cabinet and provides a means to access the components. Vents and baffles positioned on the removable cover enable control of airflow.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A ductless HVAC containment system comprising:
 a cabinet member configured to be positioned within a wall of a home, wherein the cabinet member includes a top portion, a rear portion, a bottom portion, and a pair of side portions, the cabinet member defining a recess to receive a fan coil unit; and,   a cover member configured to cover the cabinet member such that the fan coil unit is concealed from view, wherein the cover member includes a plurality of adjustable vent baffles configured enable air flow in and out of the cabinet member.   
     
     
         2 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 1 , further comprising a mounting plate configured to be attached to the rear portion of the cabinet member, wherein the fan coil unit is attached to the mounting plate. 
     
     
         3 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 1 , wherein the cabinet member comprises a plurality of openings configured to allow for electrical and conduit connections of the fan coil unit. 
     
     
         4 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 3 , wherein the plurality of openings are located at least on the pair of side portions. 
     
     
         5 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 1 , wherein the cabinet member is constructed from sheet metal. 
     
     
         6 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 1 , wherein the cover is removable and configured to retain an air filter. 
     
     
         7 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 1 , wherein the fan control unit is a mini-split air handling unit. 
     
     
         8 . The ductless HVAC containment system of  claim 1 , further comprising a service panel within the cabinet member, wherein the service panel is a removable access panel enabling access to various HVAC components for service and maintenance.