Bryant Cold Climate Heat Pump Product Guide

Quick guide from the manual

This document serves as an informational guide for Bryant's cold climate heat pump technology. It outlines the operational principles of heat pumps, the advantages of cold climate models, and the specific performance requirements for ENERGY STAR and CEE certifications. It also provides a reference for the current product lineup and alternative heating solutions.

What is a heat pump and how does it work?

A heat pump is a versatile year-round comfort system that extracts heat energy from the surrounding environment and moves it to another location.

• Winter: The system extracts heat from the outdoor air and moves it inside to provide warmth.
• Summer: The system operates in reverse, acting like a central air conditioner to remove heat and humidity from the home.

Advantages of cold climate heat pumps

• Energy Efficiency: Offers up to 22.0 SEER2 during cooling and up to 10.5 HSPF2 during heating with properly matched equipment.
• Comfort: Provides consistent temperatures with fewer fluctuations and enhanced humidity control throughout the year.
• Environmental Impact: Helps reduce the home's carbon footprint compared to traditional gas furnace/air conditioner systems.
• Cold Weather Performance: Designed to provide energy-efficient heating even when temperatures are below freezing, with some models operating down to -22° F.

ENERGY STAR and CEE requirements

To be considered an ENERGY STAR or CEE Cold Climate Heat Pump, equipment must meet specific performance criteria, including SEER2, HSPF2, and COP ratings. A control verification procedure is required for all manufacturers to ensure the unit performs correctly with a native control (standard thermostat or Evolution Connex Control).

Additional heating solutions

Bryant offers alternative paths to decarbonization:

• Dual-Fuel: Matches an existing or new gas furnace with a high-efficiency heat pump, providing performance down to -15° F.
• Crossover Solution: Combines the benefits of ductless products with traditional HVAC technology, offering quiet operation and a small footprint with performance from -22° F to 122° F.