Hi everyone, I’ve been exploring the world of smart home automation and recently came across a great opportunity to integrate my Gree Lomo Luxury Plus air conditioner with an external temperature sensor. Let me share my journey and findings with you!
The Setup
I purchased the Gree Lomo Luxury Plus (GWH18QD-K6DNB2I) with the intention of enhancing my home comfort system. I’ve been using Home Assistant for a while now and was excited to see if I could extend its capabilities by integrating external temperature sensors. My goal was to have the AC adjust its temperature based on the external sensor readings, which would allow for more precise and energy-efficient temperature control.
The Challenge
After some research, I stumbled upon the GreeClimateComponent integration on GitHub. It seemed perfect for my needs, as it allows for custom control of Gree AC units. However, I was curious to know if my specific model supports external temperature sensors. I reached out to the community and did some digging through the Gree documentation, but the information wasn’t very clear.
The Solution
After some trial and error, I discovered that the Gree Lomo Luxury Plus does indeed support external temperature sensors! Here’s how I set it up:
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Integration Setup: I installed the GreeClimateComponent integration in Home Assistant. This involved adding the necessary configuration to my
configuration.yamlfile and ensuring my AC unit was properly connected to my network. -
External Sensor Configuration: I connected a compatible external temperature sensor to my Home Assistant setup. I used the
temp_sensorsetting in the Gree integration to point to my external sensor entity. This allowed the AC to read the external temperature and adjust its operation accordingly. -
Automation Rules: I set up some automation rules to trigger temperature adjustments based on the external sensor readings. For example, if the external temperature drops below a certain threshold, the AC automatically increases the heating level.
The Results
The integration has been a game-changer for my home comfort system. By using external temperature data, I’ve been able to achieve more consistent and efficient temperature control. My energy bills have also seen a noticeable reduction, which is a great bonus!
Tips for Others
If you’re considering a similar setup, here are a few tips:
- Compatibility Check: Always verify the compatibility of your AC unit and external sensors with the chosen integration.
- Configuration Accuracy: Pay close attention to the configuration settings in your Home Assistant setup to ensure everything works seamlessly.
- Automation Testing: Test your automation rules thoroughly to avoid any unexpected behavior.
Final Thoughts
Integrating my Gree Lomo Luxury Plus with external temperature sensors has been a rewarding experience. It’s amazing how a little bit of customization can enhance the functionality of your smart home devices. I’m excited to see how this setup will continue to improve my home comfort over time!
If anyone has further questions or experiences to share, I’d love to hear from you. Happy automating! 
