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Preferred™ 2-stage Heat Pump
226A

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Reliable Year-Round Comfort That's Also Cost-Effective
Enjoy the energy-saving, quiet operating, consistent comfort of two-speed operation with this Preferred™ Series heat pump. With cooling efficiency up to 17 SEER and heating efficiency up to 9.5 HSPF, you’ll save money while enjoying smooth, reliable comfort all year long. For extra comfort during the hot, sticky summer months, enhanced humidity control is part of the package.
Energy Star® Qualified :
All sizes qualified
COOLING EFFICIENCY :
up to 17 SEER
HEATING EFFICIENCY :
up to 9.5 HSPF

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Features
  • Enjoy cool, summer comfort with up to 17 SEER/13.5 EER efficiency
  • Take advantage of efficient electric heating well into the winter months with up to 9.5 HSPF efficiency
  • Two-stage operation allows longer, more consistent comfort cycles on low stage for savings and comfort
  • Enhanced summer dehumidification through two-stage operation
  • Sound as low as 70 dB
  • Enjoy Wi-Fi®±remote access capability to allow complete programming and change control from anywhere with the Bryant® Housewise™ thermostat
  • DuraGuard™ Plus protection system
  • Environmentally-sound Puron® refrigerant
  • 10-year parts limited warranty upon registration1
1To the original owner, when product is used in a residence, a 10-year parts limited warranty upon timely registration of your new equipment. Warranty period is 5 years if not registered within 90 days. Jurisdictions where warranty benefits cannot be conditioned on registration will automatically receive a 10-year parts limited warranty. See warranty certificate for complete details.
±Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance Corporation.
Specifications

EFFICIENCY MANAGEMENT  

Energy Efficiency Up to 17 SEER/13.5 EER cooling; Up to 9.5 HSPF heating
ENERGY STAR® Meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for high efficiency in all models/sizes
Cooling and heating stages Two-stage operation for greater efficiency
Hybrid Heat® system capable Allows gas furnace/heat pump system combinations for best winter heating efficiencies

COMFORT MANAGEMENT

Cooling 2-stage operation for longer low cycle cooling to minimize temperature fluctuation
Dehumidification Better humidity management from 2-stage units when managed by Bryant® Housewise™ thermostat

SOUND

Quiet levels During lowest capacity cooling operating condition: 70 dB 

CONVENIENCES

Remote access Manage your system from afar with remote access when paired with the Bryant Housewise Wi-Fi® thermostat
Reminders Automatic maintenance reminders and service alerts with the Bryant Housewise thermostat

TECHNOLOGY

Compressor 2-stage scroll
Refrigerant Puron® refrigerant
Protections High pressure switch, loss of charge switch and filter drier
Controls supported Bryant Housewise Wi-Fi thermostat and other Preferred series thermostats
Capacity 2-5 tons                                 

AESTHETICS

Design Attractive DuraGuard™ Plus system
Construction Durable, sheet metal construction
Paint Baked-on, complete outer coverage, powder paint
 
*Bryant reserves the right to discontinue or change any specification or design without prior notice or obligation.
  • Enjoy cool, summer comfort with up to 17 SEER/13.5 EER efficiency
  • Take advantage of efficient electric heating well into the winter months with up to 9.5 HSPF efficiency
  • Two-stage operation allows longer, more consistent comfort cycles on low stage for savings and comfort
  • Enhanced summer dehumidification through two-stage operation
  • Sound as low as 70 dB
  • Enjoy Wi-Fi®±remote access capability to allow complete programming and change control from anywhere with the Bryant® Housewise™ thermostat
  • DuraGuard™ Plus protection system
  • Environmentally-sound Puron® refrigerant
  • 10-year parts limited warranty upon registration1
1To the original owner, when product is used in a residence, a 10-year parts limited warranty upon timely registration of your new equipment. Warranty period is 5 years if not registered within 90 days. Jurisdictions where warranty benefits cannot be conditioned on registration will automatically receive a 10-year parts limited warranty. See warranty certificate for complete details.
±Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance Corporation.

EFFICIENCY MANAGEMENT  

Energy Efficiency Up to 17 SEER/13.5 EER cooling; Up to 9.5 HSPF heating
ENERGY STAR® Meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for high efficiency in all models/sizes
Cooling and heating stages Two-stage operation for greater efficiency
Hybrid Heat® system capable Allows gas furnace/heat pump system combinations for best winter heating efficiencies

COMFORT MANAGEMENT

Cooling 2-stage operation for longer low cycle cooling to minimize temperature fluctuation
Dehumidification Better humidity management from 2-stage units when managed by Bryant® Housewise™ thermostat

SOUND

Quiet levels During lowest capacity cooling operating condition: 70 dB 

CONVENIENCES

Remote access Manage your system from afar with remote access when paired with the Bryant Housewise Wi-Fi® thermostat
Reminders Automatic maintenance reminders and service alerts with the Bryant Housewise thermostat

TECHNOLOGY

Compressor 2-stage scroll
Refrigerant Puron® refrigerant
Protections High pressure switch, loss of charge switch and filter drier
Controls supported Bryant Housewise Wi-Fi thermostat and other Preferred series thermostats
Capacity 2-5 tons                                 

AESTHETICS

Design Attractive DuraGuard™ Plus system
Construction Durable, sheet metal construction
Paint Baked-on, complete outer coverage, powder paint
 
*Bryant reserves the right to discontinue or change any specification or design without prior notice or obligation.
Documents

California residents please see Proposition 65

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