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Advice on Bryant Systems

13 years ago

Okay, have good quotes on a Bryant Legacy system from good local Bryant dealer (Carrier brand with a different label).

2060 sq ft , well insulated, split system Heat Pump.

What are the differences between Legacy and Preferred Series?

Is a Model 225B a Legacy or Preferred?

How do the Condensing unit and Air Handler Match up together?

Any problems or opinions about the two below systems:

BRYANT LEGACY MODEL New 410-A Refrigerant

3 1/2 Ton Heat Pump Condensing Unit. Model # (225BNA042000)

3 1/2 Ton Heat Pump Air Handler. Tin plated evaporator coil. Model # (FX4DNF043T00)

10 KW Heat Strips.

Drain pan safety switch.

New Honeywell 8000 digital thermostat.

New copper line set to replace existing undersized suction line.

WARRANTY - 1 year warranty on labor.

10 year warranty on all parts.

10 year warranty on compressor.

EFFICIENCY RATING - 15.00 SEER

and

BRYANT LEGACY MODEL New 410-A Refrigerant

3 Ton Heat Pump Condensing Unit. Model # (225BNA036000)

3 Ton Heat Pump Air Handler. Tin plated evaporator coil. Model # (FX4DNF037T00)

10 KW Heat Strips.

Drain pan safety switch.

New Honeywell 8000 digital thermostat.

New copper line set to replace existing undersized suction line.

WARRANTY - 1 year warranty on labor.

10 year warranty on all parts.

10 year warranty on compressor.

EFFICIENCY RATING - 15.00 SEER

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Comments (2)

southga
Original Author
13 years ago
Been adviced elsewhere the condensing unit model is Preferred Series by Bryant and Air Handler is Legacy Series.

Dont know if accurate but
Decided not to go with Variable Speed.

So if condensing unit outside of home is Preferred (heavier and quieter) and
the Air Handler in the Attic is Legacy, what am I losing or gaining? Disadvantages to Air Handler?

BRYANT LEGACY MODEL New 410-A Refrigerant
3 1/2 Ton Heat Pump Condensing Unit. Model # (225BNA042000)
3 1/2 Ton Heat Pump Air Handler. Tin plated evaporator coil. Model # (FX4DNF043T00)
tigerdunes
13 years ago
southga

why are you considering going up in size?

how is current system handling this abnormally high summer temps?

if someone told you more is better, you are being mislead.

Bryant has recently reorganized their model numbers. In fact I believe you have been quoted the Legacy 15 model.

Tell Bryant dealer you want the equivalent to Carrier's Performance 15, Bryant's Preferred 15.

here are the Carrier numbers-one with the var speed air handler, one with the fixed speed air handler.

3405849 Active Systems PERFORMANCE 15 PURON HP CARRIER AIR CONDITIONING 25HPA536H31 FV4CN(B,F)005 36000 13.00 15.50 36000 9.00 21800 1

3687527 Active Systems PERFORMANCE 15 PURON HP CARRIER AIR CONDITIONING 25HPA536H31 FX4DN(B,F)043 36000 12.50 15.50 36000 8.60 21800 1 HRCU-A-CB

either would do a nice job but the var speed air handler is no doubt the best choice considering your location/climate.

IMO
Good Luck!
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