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Carrier - Home Heating and Cooling 101

Carrier is the largest manufacturer and distributor of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in the world. They are a subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation. Heating and cooling are 2 of the most important concepts of home ownership. In fact, heating and cooling systems are major factors for those looking to purchase homes, and are a critical part of living comfortably in a home.

You may frequently hear the term “HVAC,” which is used to describe home heating and cooling systems. The acronym stands for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning–which are the 3 primary functions of a home system. They control air temperature and humidity, and maintain the quality of the air in the home.

Central Systems

Heating and cooling systems may be classified as central or local. Central heating and cooling is the most standard method, and is defined by a system that produces warm or cool air in one central area and then distributes it throughout the home. There are many types of systems that work as central systems, from traditional split systems to packaged product systems.

Products typically used in central heating and cooling systems include:

  • Heat Pumps
  • Air Conditioners
  • Gas and Oil Furnaces
  • Fan Coils
  • Evaporator Coils
  • Single Packaged Products
  • Controls and Thermostats

Local heating and cooling, on the other hand, produces warm or cool air at the location where it is needed and serves small spaces. Room Air Conditioners and Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) are examples of local heating and cooling.

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Typical heating products include:

  • Heat Pumps
  • Gas and Oil Furnaces
  • Fan Coils
  • Boilers
  • Single Packaged Products

Heating

Heating systems keep your home warm and comfortable. If you live in a particularly cold climate, the function of your heating system is a high priority.

Most central heating and cooling systems are classified as forced air systems, because they send air through ductwork for distribution. The ductwork can contain products that filter or clean the air.

Radiant systems create heat and deliver it using components such as radiators that distribute the heat into the home. Boilers are a traditional radiant heat source.

Cooling

Whole-home air conditioning systems are central systems that rely on ducts to deliver cooled air throughout the home. An air-conditioning system provides cooling, ventilation, humidity control and even heating (if using a Heat Pump) for a home. Air conditioning units cool refrigerants like Puron Refrigerant and Freon and deliver them to evaporator coils, which dissipate the refrigerant and blow cool air into ducts for delivery throughout the home.

Products such as room air conditioners are local cooling options for smaller areas within homes. Instead of delivering cooled refrigerant to a coil and then to ductwork, a room air conditioner contains all the components in a single unit and blows air directly into a room.

Air-conditioned homes often have sealed windows, because open windows would disrupt the attempts of the control system to maintain constant temperature.

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Typical air conditioning products include:

  • Heat Pumps
  • Central Air Conditioners
  • Evaporator Coils
  • Room Air Conditioners
  • Single Packaged Products

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THERMOSTATS

The term “thermostat” commonly refers to any unit that controls the operation of a heating and cooling system. Thermostats are used to turn on heating or cooling systems to bring the home to a set temperature. In addition to basic temperature control, programmable thermostats can be used to manage the timing of the system’s functions, which can control overall energy use and costs.

Types of Carrier Heating and Cooling Systems

Carrier is the largest manufacturer and distributor of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in the world. They are a subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation. The perfect Carrier system for your home depends on several factors, including the physical specifications of your home. And the innovative products you select. There are 4 primary types of Carrier heating and cooling systems: split systems, hybrid heat split systems, duct-free split systems and packaged systems.

SPLIT SYSTEMS

The most typical and traditional heating and cooling systems are split systems. With a Carrier split system, you have products that reside both inside and outside your home.

An innovative Carrier split system includes:

  • Air Conditioner—Cools refrigerant
  • Furnace and Evaporator Coil, or a Fan Coil—Converts refrigerant and circulates air
  • Ducts—Carry the air throughout your home
  • Control or Thermostat—Your interface for controlling your system
  • Optional Air Quality Accessories such as Air Cleaners or Ventilators—Clean your air before it circulates throughout your home.
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HYBRID HEAT SPLIT SYSTEM

A Carrier hybrid heat split system is a more energy-efficient variation of the traditional heating and cooling split system. The inclusion of a heat pump allows the option of electricity-fueled heating and cooling, in addition to gas furnace heat.

A cost-effective Carrier hybrid heat split system includes:

  • Heat Pump —Cools and/or heats refrigerant
  • Furnace and Evaporator Coil —Converts refrigerant and circulates air
  • Ducts —Carry the air throughout your home
  • Control or Thermostat—Your interface for controlling your system
  • Optional Air Quality Accessories such as Air Cleaners or Ventilators—Clean your air before it circulates throughout your home.

Duct-Free Split Systems

Carrier duct-free systems can be installed in places where conventional ducted systems cannot go, or are an ideal complement to your ducted system. Carrier duct-free systems offer a matched combination of:

  • Heat Pump or Air Conditioner—Cools and/or heats refrigerant
  • A Compact Fan Coil—Converts refrigerant and circulates air
  • Refrigerant Tubing and Wires—Connects outdoor unit to fan coil
  • Control or Thermostat—Your interface for controlling your system
  • Optional Air Quality Accessories such as Air Cleaners or Ventilators —Clean your air before it circulates throughout your home.
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Packaged Systems

If your home does not have the space for the multiple separate products typically found in a split system, Carrier offers several packaged solutions. From one-room units to entire home systems in a single package, Carrier has a variety of options, including:

Packaged Products —A heat pump or air conditioner combined with a fan or evaporator coil in a single unit. All you need is a control or thermostat and any air quality accessories you’d like.

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We can create a customized home comfort system tailored to your needs with our broad selection of heating and cooling products, including Carrier’s BASE Series products. We can help you choose the optimal system for your home to further enhance your indoor environment.

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