ACHR NEWS features the latest cooling equipment available in summer 2022 to help contractors differentiate their brands.
The cooling display case is divided into two parts, commercial and residential.Commercial equipment information will be released on May 23, and this issue will focus on residential/light commercial cooling systems.Coverage includes specific information submitted by the manufacturer about each individual product.
Below is a product chart with technical facts such as unit tonnage, refrigerant type, efficiency class and cooling capacity.Select a product from the gallery below to get more in-depth information on the capabilities of each unit and technical support information from the manufacturer.All data is provided by the manufacturer, so any questions should be directed to them via the contact information provided.
Serviceability Features: When installed as part of a complete communications system including Wi-Fi-enabled ion system control, this heat pump provides more precise system control with remote access, text-based diagnostics and display of contractor information.Smaller, lighter design than most two-stage units.Easy access service valve.
Noise Cancelling Features: Variable speed compressors and compact ECM fan motors operate at quieter, lower speeds most of the time (as low as 56 decibels).Soft start and smooth acceleration to operating speed.Cabinets include isolating compressor grommets and high performance compressor sound enclosures for noise reduction.
Thermostat Compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.Five-level operation, communication and self-configuration are only available when used with Airquest® Ion System Control.
Additional Features: When installed as part of a complete communication system including Wi-Fi enabled Ion System Control, the Airquest HVH8 Ion 18 heat pump offers five-speed variable speed technology in a compact design.Efficiency up to 11 HSPF/19 SEER.
Warranty Information: Ten-year No Hassle Replacement™ Limited Warranty.(If the compressor or condenser coil fails due to a defect during the applicable no-hassle-replacement limited warranty period, a one-time replacement of the same type will be provided.) A ten-year parts limited warranty is available to the original purchaser who registers in time.If not registered within 90 days of installation, the parts limited warranty is 5 year parts, except in jurisdictions where the warranty benefit cannot be conditional on registration (see Warranty Certificate for details and limitations).
Serviceability Features: Service valve for easy access.External high and low refrigerant service ports.The control panel requires only two screws for faster service access.Filter driers are supplied with each unit for easy installation.
Noise Cancelling Features: Top exhaust design minimizes noise and improves airflow.To reduce noise at maximum performance, the unit is equipped with a scroll compressor and isolating compressor grommets.
Supported IAQ Devices: As part of an installed system, this air conditioner is compatible with a variety of IAQ products, including filters, humidifiers, UV lamps and Electronic Air Cleaners (EACs).Factory installed outdoor air temperature sensor.
Additional Features: ENERGY STAR certified, up to 18 SEER/14 EER.Scroll compressors provide reliable two-stage cooling for improved temperature and humidity control.Galvanized steel construction protects the unit from extreme weather.New welded aluminum outdoor coil technology will improve corrosion resistance while meeting future performance requirements.
Warranty Information: Residential Applications: 10-year parts limited warranty, including compressor and coils, promptly registered by the original purchaser.If not registered within 90 days of installation, the parts limited warranty period is five years parts, unless limited by jurisdiction.See the Limited Warranty Certificate for details and limitations.
Serviceability Features: The VSA1BE Series features easy-to-remove side panels that can be moved without removing the top grill assembly, allowing easy access to internal components.All units feature a factory-installed high pressure switch to prevent abnormally high system pressure, as well as an automatic reset feature to help prevent repeat service visits.
Noise Reduction: Reliable and energy-efficient scroll compressor technology ensures quiet operation.The sound-absorbing composite chassis further reduces noise levels during cooling.Professionally designed exhaust and high-efficiency fan motors also help reduce sound levels.
Additional Features: Removable Top Grille Assembly: Easily serviced from the top without disconnecting the fan motor leads.Micro-channel coil: All-aluminum coil with strong corrosion resistance and less refrigerant consumption.Permanently Lubricated Motor: Heavy-duty PSC motor for long-lasting reliability and quiet operation.Maintenance-free and completely unaffected by rain and snow.Top assembly with cable grille: Designed for maximum airflow and quiet operation.
Warranty Information: Standard 10-year warranty on components and household compressors.The Airtemp product line also offers a one-year quality commitment on all compressors, which provides the contractor with a replacement air conditioner if the compressor fails within 12 months of installation.
SPECIAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS: All Airtemp equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions in the operating manual.
Serviceability Features: Four removable panels for coil cleaning and a removable fan grill with wires long enough to place the grill on the ground without disconnecting wires for coil cleaning.The unit control board is separated from the inverter board for independent replacement if required.Lineset connections are 45° angled gauge ports for easier connection of refrigerant readings.
Noise Reduction Features: The unit comes standard with rubber mounting grommets and insulating sound blankets for the compressor.The variable speed fan motor and true variable speed compressor operation provide full load operating sound levels as low as 60 dBA and as high as 72 dBA.
IAQ equipment supported: LYNX offers five different operating modes, three cooling operations and two heating operations, with optional enhanced dehumidification for climates that require it.Its ability to pair with in-transmission equipment provides the option of applying additional IAQ accessories.
Additional Features: Ducane™, Concord® and Allied™ brands available.Quickly adapt to various AHRI level system matching.QuickLink™ inverter technology is powered by intelligent algorithms.Works with any conventional 24 V thermostat.Annual energy savings of up to 22%.With Quiet Shift™ technology rated up to 18 SEER and 10 HSPF, LYNX delivers exceptional performance and quiet operation (less than half the sound typically heard with a 14 SEER single-stage heat pump).
Warranty Information: Standard 5-year parts and compressor warranty, up to 10-year parts and compressor extended warranty and registration.
Special installation requirements: working mode, 24V thermostat and compatibility with various indoor equipment.
Serviceability Features: Integrated communication ComfortBridge™ technology allows easy commissioning and diagnostics via Indoor Board Bluetooth with CoolCloud™ mobile app.Advanced diagnosis, control algorithm logic.Diagnostic indicator, seven-segment LED display, fault code storage.Field-selectable boost mode increases compressor speed during abnormally high loads.Coil/ambient temperature sensor.Contractor-friendly features include top and side maintenance access, sweat-connected service valves for easy access to gauge ports, and single-panel access controls that provide space for field-installed accessories.
Noise Cancelling Features: The AVXC20 air conditioner provides quiet, reliable airflow through the condensing unit.Inverter drive technology improves acoustic comfort, enabling the unit to operate at lower sound levels without the need for constant on/off for single- and two-stage systems.High efficiency, variable speed, ECM condenser fan motor designed for quiet operation.The AVXC20 features advanced fan design and acoustically engineered noise reduction enhancements, including a high-density noise-reducing compressor blanket and a specially designed sound control top.
Supported IAQ Devices: Compatible with IAQ devices, including the Clean Comfort Indoor Air Essentials line of filtration, humidification, dehumidification, purification, ventilation and zoning products.For field-installed accessories, the Amana-branded AVXC20 air conditioner provides access to the space controlled via a single panel.
Additional Features: Designed for consistent indoor comfort and high efficiency, Comfort Speed ​​inverter technology automatically adjusts compressor and condensing fan motor speeds based on cooling demand.Integrated communications ComfortBridge technology continuously monitors system performance for customized indoor comfort.Advanced diagnostics continuously monitor the system to reduce failures and pinpoint the point of failure for quick repair.5mm refrigeration grade premium copper tube and aluminium fin condenser coil configuration provides excellent heat transfer performance.ENERGY STAR 2020 is the most efficient.
Warranty Information: Lifetime Parts Replacement Limited Warranty and 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty.Full warranty details are available from your local dealer or amana-hac.com.
Special installation requirements: In communication mode, only two low-voltage wires are required to connect the outdoor unit.Includes color-coded terminal strips for non-communication settings.Field selectable boost mode can be used to increase compressor speed during abnormally high loads.The factory-supplied dual-flow filter drier must be installed on site.The 15-foot long tubing is fully charged.
Serviceability Features: Easy-to-maintain features include Amana algorithm control logic, coil/ambient temperature sensor, diagnostic indicator lights, seven-segment LED display, fault code storage, and suction pressure sensor.Quick and easy commissioning/diagnostics using ACHR NEWS Dealer Design Award-winning integrated ComfortBridge™ communication technology.It is conveniently accessed via Indoor Board Bluetooth using the CoolCloud™ mobile app.Amana branded heat pumps offer top and side maintenance access, sweat-connected service valves for easy access to gauge ports, and single-panel access for control.
Noise Cancelling Features: High efficiency, variable speed, ECM condenser fan motor designed for quiet operation.Amana-branded inverter drive technology improves acoustic comfort, allowing units to operate at lower sound levels without the need for constant on/off for single-stage and two-stage systems.Advanced fan design combined with acoustically engineered noise reduction enhancements – including high-density foam, noise-reducing compressor blankets, and a specially designed sound-control top – provide reliable, quiet airflow through the condensing unit for years of quiet comfort.
Supported IAQ Devices: Compatible with IAQ devices, including the Clean Comfort Indoor Air Essentials line of filtration, humidification, dehumidification, purification, ventilation and zoning IAQ products.For field-installed accessories, the AVZC20 inverter-driven heat pump provides room for single-panel access control.
Additional features: Comfort Speed ​​inverter technology automatically adjusts the speed of the compressor and condensing fan motors based on cooling demand for consistent indoor comfort and efficient operation.Communication ComfortBridge technology is integrated for continuous system monitoring and customized indoor comfort.A 7mm refrigeration grade premium copper tube and aluminum fin condenser coil configuration provides excellent heat transfer performance with R-410A refrigerant.Amana controls the algorithm logic.High efficiency variable speed ECM condenser fan motor.
Warranty Information: Lifetime Parts Replacement Limited Warranty and 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty.Full warranty details are available from your local dealer or by visiting amana-hac.com.
Special installation requirements: In communication mode, only two low-voltage wires are required to connect the outdoor unit.Dual-flow filter driers are supplied from the factory for field installation.Field selectable boost mode can be used to increase compressor speed during abnormally high loads.Fully charge 15 feet of tubing.
Serviceability Features: Platinum 18 heat pumps feature American Standard Link, an innovative technology that simplifies installation, commissioning and remote monitoring of variable speed HVAC systems.It helps technicians improve installation accuracy by automating configuration, charging and system testing; it works with remote monitoring for faster resolution and more efficient service calls.American Standard Link provides the accurate data technicians need to install and troubleshoot on their own smart devices.
Noise Cancelling Features: Lower compressor modulation and fan speeds produce surprisingly low sound levels – 54 to 76 dBA,
Supported IAQ Devices: Works with the US standard AccuClean Whole Home Air Cleaner to remove 99.89% of air pollutants including dust mites, smoke, pet dander and viruses.
Additional Features: The new Platinum 18 variable speed heat pump is part of the new American Standard Link line of communications equipment, which will be available nationwide in Fall 2022.These models work with all existing AccuLink variable speed indoor equipment and controls, such as American Standard Link air handlers and smart thermostats, which will be available later this year.
Warranty Information: Registered Limited Warranty: 12 Years Compressor, 10 Years Coil and Features.Non-registered: five-year compressors, five-year coils and functional components.
Serviceability Features: When installed as part of a complete communications system including Wi-Fi-enabled Ion System Control, the Arcoaire® HVH8 Ion 18 heat pump provides greater precision through remote access, text-based diagnostics and display of contractor information system control.Smaller, lighter design than most two-stage units.Easy access service valve.
Noise Cancelling Features: Variable speed compressors and compact ECM fan motors operate at quieter, lower speeds most of the time (as low as 56 decibels).Soft start and smooth acceleration to operating speed.Cabinets include isolating compressor grommets and high performance compressor sound enclosures for noise reduction.
Thermostat Compatibility: Compatible with most thermostats.Five-level operation, communication and self-configuration are only available when used with Arcoaire ion system controls.
Additional Features: When installed as part of a complete communication system including Wi-Fi capable ion system control, the Arcoaire HVH8 Ion 18 heat pump offers five-speed variable speed technology in a compact design.Efficiency up to 11 HSPF/19 SEER.
Warranty Information: Ten Years of Worry-Free Replacement™ Limited Warranty.(If the compressor or condenser coil fails due to a defect during the applicable no-hassle-replacement limited warranty period, a one-time replacement of the same type will be provided.) A ten-year parts limited warranty is available to the original purchaser who registers in time.If not registered within 90 days of installation, the parts limited warranty is 5 year parts, except in jurisdictions where the warranty benefit cannot be conditional on registration (see Warranty Certificate for details and limitations).
Serviceability Features: Service valve for easy access.External high and low refrigerant service ports.The control panel requires only two screws for faster service access.Filter driers are supplied with each unit for easy installation.
Noise Cancelling Features: Top exhaust design minimizes noise and improves airflow.To reduce noise at maximum performance, the unit is equipped with a scroll compressor and isolating compressor grommets.
Supported IAQ Devices: As part of an installed system, this air conditioner is compatible with a variety of IAQ products, including filters, humidifiers, UV lamps and Electronic Air Cleaners (EACs).Factory installed outdoor air temperature sensor.
Additional Features: ENERGY STAR certified, up to 18 SEER/14 EER.Scroll compressors provide reliable two-stage cooling for improved temperature and humidity control.Galvanized steel construction protects the unit from extreme weather.New welded aluminum outdoor coil technology will improve corrosion resistance while meeting future performance requirements.