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Carrier Comfort Series Central Air Conditioner Review

The Carrier Comfort Series are a quality line of durable, reliable HVAC central air conditioning systems. Carrier Comfort is meant to be the definitive word in economical air conditioning. The Comfort series, which represents models 24ABB3 and 24ABC6, is the base system upon which all other Carrier models are built. This means that they are extremely versatile and well engineered.

The Comfort series air conditioners reviewed here have a SEER of 16.5 and an EER as high as 13.5. This means that they, like almost all Carrier air conditioners, are eligible for the Energy Star program and all attendant tax breaks. (Read our Infinity Central Air Conditioner Review) The 24ABC6 may qualify for a stimulus tax credit as well. All Carrier comfort air conditioner models come with a summer dehumidification system and a one-stage scroll compressor. The advanced design means that the sound level can be as low as 72dbs, or quieter than a dishwasher when at full power.

Carrier has a reputation for hassle-free equipment, and the Comfort series lives up to their name. They provide crisp, clean air in any situation, and they are priced to fit neatly into any budget. They are backed by a ten-year warranty and have optional labor warranties available as well. The excellent energy efficiency of this, and all Carrier products, make this series very easy on operating costs and the environment. Energy Star certification not only saves the customer money, but means that the manufacture of the equipment will not hurt the quality of life of the purchaser. Carrier air conditioners also use ozone-friendly Puron® refrigerant. Though the Comfort series lacks the many features found in the Carrier Infinity AC Units, the reasonable cost and low noise levels more than make up for it. This is a perfectly suitable system for home or office central air conditioning. It can be installed on the ground or on top of the building, depending on local building regulations.

The Carrier name is synonymous with HVAC, all the way back to when the company’s founder Willis Carrier invented modern air conditioning in 1902. The company has grown to more than forty thousand employees and 12.5 billion dollars in business. They are now a wholly owned subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation.

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Carrier Infinity Central Air Conditioner System Review

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The Carrier Infinity Central Air Conditioner System has been designed to incorporate every top-of-the-line feature available to modern HVAC technology into one incomparable package. The models from this series, the 24ANA1 and 24ANB1, are as efficient as any central air conditioning system can be.If you’re looking for a heat pump system instead of an AC, read our Carrier Infinity Heat Pump Review for more info.

Carrier Infinity systems have a SEER rating as high as 21 for the absolute minimum electrical burden, which is much more than the EnergyStar system requires. They boast similarly efficient acoustical design. Our Carrier Infinity AC review discovered the Silencer System II design and compressor sound blanket in use to combine for a sound level as low as 65 dBs. The humidity and temperature control are well balanced and precise, with enhanced summer dehumidification when used with a Infinity thermostat, and super clean air when matched to an Infinity Air Cleaner (read our review). This system uses two-stage operation to ensure maximum efficiency and minimum noise for any temperature situation.

With a 21 SEER rating and a 15 EER there is no question that this series qualifies for the federal EnergyStar program and all the tax credits and rebates that come with it. The commitment to the environment does not stop there, as the Infinity Series uses the more eco-friendly refrigerant Puron. The Infinity® Control thermostat is standard with this series. This fully-programmable onboard diagnostic system can run the air conditioner like nothing ever seen before, giving you the finest possible control over your environment and your energy expenditure. The Infinity series has been engineered to last, and the ten year warranty reflects that. With the integral WeatherArmor protection most units will not even require that level of protection. The Carrier Infinity Series compares favorably with almost any other air conditioning system made by Carrier. This series was made with a concentrated effort to combine everything a customer could want with phenomenal efficiency to make the best system possible without budgetary considerations. It succeeds on every level.

The Carrier Corporation was founded by Willis Carrier, the man who invented air conditioning. In the century since then his company has grown to more than forty thousand employees across six continents, and they now lead the world in commercial refrigeration. The Carrier Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of the United Technologies Corporation.

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Carrier Infinity Electronic Air Cleaner Review

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The state-of-the-art Carrier infinity air purifier and cleaner, cleans our air with quiet ease. Carrier’s Infinity Electronic Air Cleaner is a top of the line air purifier that uses three-stage electronic and media air filtration systems with a MERV 15 efficiency rating. This means it can stop particles as tiny as .3 microns.

Though it is intended for the home or office use, it is more than sufficient for small environments like professional medical offices and much more. This filter comes with a 10-year parts limited warranty after registration, and is a part of the complete Carrier Infinity System, including the Infinity heat pump review we show on our site.

[adsenseone] The Infinity Electronic Air Cleaner does not just filter air, but traps and eradicates contaminants. The filter is strong enough that even airborne disease agents like mold, bacteria, and viruses are caught and destroyed. This system purifies all the air in the house as often as eight times an hour. This can be a lifesaver for asthmatics and other people with allergies, whether they are sensitive to internal irritants like cat dander and mold, or external allergens like ragweed, pollen, or smoke. Recent forest fires throughout the western states, and of course the Arizona dust storms that keep occurring, have made good indoor air filtration an absolute must for people with sensitive systems.

Infinity Air Cleaner Filter Changes in a Snap!

One of the best features of the Infinity is the easy filter change procedure. However, understanding the air flow and circulation of an indoor space is not always easy. Pollutants can concentrate more highly inside than outside, so it is essential that a system be installed properly in order to filter the entire indoor air space.

The Infinity has a rated airflow of more than 1600 cubic feet per minute. With a system exchanging that much volume, in an area this sensitive, the guidance of a professional can be very useful. The Carrier Infinity Electronic Air Cleaner is an excellent and economic choice for any domestic or professional use. If it is installed properly, it will provide years of clean breathing.

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Carrier Infinity Heat Pump System Review

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infinity-hp Carriers Heating and Cooling flagship product, the Carrier Infinity System, is available in all of their popular HVAC system lines from split systems and package units. This review looks at the Carrier Infinity Heat Pump System, which includes the following HVAC system components:

Infinity Heat Pump Condenser
Infinity Variable Speed Air Handler
Carrier Infinity Control System
Infinity Air Cleaner

Infinity Heat Pump Condenser

Carrier Corporation has determined that the Infinity 19 heat pumps that achieve system combinations of 14.5 SEER, 8.2 HSPF and 12 EER or higher meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Proper sizing and installation of equipment is critical to achieve optimal performance. Split system air conditioners and heat pumps must be matched with appropriate coil components to meet ENERGY STAR criteria. Ask your contractor for details or visit the ENERGY STAR web site.

Efficiency: Up to 19 SEER/9 HSPF
Make sure you ask your Carrier Contractor for ARI Ratings certification on these units. Even though it is advertised at 19 SEER, that is only possible with very unique and rare matchups. In most cases, the Carrier Infinity will achieve 15-17 SEER
Limited Warranty: 10-year parts limited warranty when properly registered. (Within 90 days of install) Otherwise you only get a 5 year warranty on parts. In addition, the warranty only remains with the original buyer or homeowner.
Sound Level: As low as 69 dB
Thermostat Controls Supported: Infinity Control
Diagnostics: Infinity 18-point Technology
Refrigerant: Puron® refrigerant (R410A)
Compressor: 2-Stage scroll
Heating Capacity (Btuh) 24,000 – 60,000
Cooling Capacity (tons) 2 – 5
WeatherArmor Ultra
Galvanized steel
Powder-coated paint, baked-on complete coverage
Steel louver coil guard

Infinity Variable Speed Air Handler

The Infinity series air handlers, or Fan Coils, are designed to be the best match for all infinity systems. They feature onboard diagnostics that work in conjunction with the Infinity Control system, and have a unique variable speed blower, designed to provide the highest comfort in your home.

Limited Warranty: 10-year parts limited warranty when properly registered
10-year parts limited warranty on optional tin plated coil
5-year parts limited warranty on copper coil
Cooling Capacity (BTUH) 18,000 – 60,000
Controls Supported: Infinity Control
Smart diagnostics Technology
Refrigerant: Puron refrigerant (R410A)
Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Washable filter
High efficiency, variable speed blower
Multipoise Installation (Horizontal or vertical)
20-gauge galvanized construction
Baked on urethane base coat paint and polyester top coat

Infinity Control Thermostat

The Infinity Control Thermostat is one of the smartest controls on the market! Keep in mind however, that unless you have an infinity heating and cooling system, its useless! The build in sensors and diagnostic features of the heat pump and air handler, will only communicate with an Infinity controller.

Limited Warranty: 10-year parts limited warranty when properly registered (Within 90 days)
As an ENERGY STAR partner, Carrier Corporation has determined that the Infinity™ Control meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
Ideal Humidity System
Clean filter, maintenance, IAQ reminders on the thermostat
Supports up to 8 separate zones
Programmable: 7-day, 2-4 periods/day
Remote access optional
Battery-free power supply
Aesthetics Backlit LCD Display

Carrier Infinity Review Summary

Truthfully, having worked around Carrier products for quite some time, they do make one of the nicest and smartest units on the market! All said however, you will be hard pressed to find a Carrier Infinity Heat Pump System that meets the 19 SEER they advertise, and you must be sure to ask your carrier contractor for an ARI rating sheet.

The comfort you get from Carrier Infinity is matched only by the upper end of systems with any other manufacturer, but with that in mind, there is a premium for that comfort!

Carrier Infinity Heat Pump System Cost

[adsenseone]The installed cost of an Infinity system will vary widely due to the different nature of every installation. However, you can reasonably expect to pay 2-2.5 times the cost of a standard system install. In other words, if you got a quote for $6000 for a 13 seer system, you can expect an Infinity system to go in the $12,000 range or higher. The equipment itself cost twice as much in most cases, and the Contractors will pass that, along with the added level of technology they have been trained on, to the buyer.

Please Leave your Own Carrier Infinity Reviews below. Within your review, let others know the area you live, (Texas, California, North Carolina, etc) the size of your system, and the ballpark cost you paid to have it installed.

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