This is Trane’s 18 seer version of the XV 20i and is labeled the XV 18i model. One advantage of this system is the vertical discharge fan motor. In certain tight quarter situations we have seen that this unit will actually be more efficient than the XV 20i. It does a better job of pushing the warm air away from the unit when a wall is close to the unit.
The outdoor units are charged at the factory for matched indoor section and up to 15 feet of piping. This unit is designed to operate at outdoor ambient temperatures from 55° F to 120° F in cooling and from —10° F to 66° F in heating. Only AHRI approved indoor matches are approved for use with these models.
This outdoor unit contains the ComfortLink™ II digital communication with 2 wire connection to outdoor and Plug-n-Play set up.
Unit casing is constructed of heavy gauge. G60 galvanized steel and painted with a weather-resistant powder paint on all louvers, panels, prepaint on all other panels. Corrosion and weatherproof CMBP-G30 DuraTuff™ base.
Refrigeration system controls include condenser fan, compressor contactor and high and low pressure switches. A factory supplied, field installed filter is standard.
Inverter driven scroll compressor with 25% to 100% output capacity on heat pumps and 30% to 100% output capacity on air conditioners. Noise enclosure minimizes sound levels and built in compressor protection protects compressor will reduce operating speed and current draw to maintain operation while protecting the compressor.
The Spine Fin™ outdoor coil provides low airflow resistance and efficient heat transfer. The coil is protected on all four sides by louvered panels.
As manufactured, this system has built in freeze protection that will allow cooling operation below 55°F but will reduce capacity or shut down completely to prevent operation under adverse conditions.
The 950/850 Control is required and provides Plug-n-Play setup and 3 wire connection.
