The Reliant
tures to achieve ultra-low sound ratings.
Aerocoustic Design featuring the Aeromax opening and wire
dome top results in quieter and more efficient operation.
Energy-Efficient Fan and Fan Motor provide a slower fan
motor, reducing noise and improving efficiency.
Advanced Sound Hood to muffle noise from operation.
Model 597C Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners incorporate innovative scroll compressor technology to provide quiet, reliable
cooling performance. Built into these units are the features most
desired by homeowners today including SEER ratings up to 14.0
when combined with specific Bryant equipment. All models are
listed with UL, c-UL, ARI, CEC, and CSA-EEV. The 597C meets
the Energy Star
AeroQuiet System (AQS)
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
consists of 3 design fea-
597C (60 Hz)
Sizes 018 thru 060
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
DURAGUARD™ COIL PROTECTION —Made of a coated steel
wire grid with vertical 3/8 in. spacing, is designed to help protect
the coil from inclement weather, vandalism, and incidental hits.
It provides protection while not restricting airflow and maintaining ease of coil inspection and cleaning.
ELECTRICAL RANGE —All units are offered in 208/230-v sin-
gle phase only.
WIDE RANGE OF SIZES —Available in 7 nominal sizes from
018 through 060 to meet the needs of residential and light commercial applications.
WEATHER-PROTECTIVE CABINET —Steel is galvanized and
coated with a layer of zinc phosphate. A coat of modified polyester powder is then applied and baked on, providing each unit
with a durable finish that will last for many years.
All screws on cabinet exterior are coated for a long-lasting, rustresistant, quality appearance.
TO TALLY ENCLOSED FAN MOTOR —Provides greater reliabil-
ity under adverse weather conditions and dependable performance for many years. The permanent-split-capacitor type
motor was designed for optimum efficiency. Then, under
extreme conditions, the motor was tested and qualified to help
ensure the greatest reliability.
UNIT DESIGN —Copper tube, enhanced aluminum fin coil is
designed for optimum heat transfer. Vertical air discharge carries sound and hot condenser air up and away from adjacent
patio areas and foliage. Heat pump style base pan for easy
removal of water, dirt, and leaves.
APPLICATION VERSATILITY —The 597C can be combined
with a wide variety of evaporator coils and blower packages to
provide quiet, dependable comfort. Unit can be installed on a
roof or at ground level on a slab.
EXTERNAL SERVICE VALVES —Both service valves are
brass, back seating type with sweat connections. Valves are
externally located so refrigerant tube connections can be made
quickly and easily. Each valve has a service port for ease of
checking operating refrigerant pressures.
to electrical controls and compressor. Removal of wire dome
gives access to fan motor and removal of the top gives access
to the coil.
COMPRESSOR PROTECTION —Each scroll compressor
motor is protected with internal temperature and current-sensitive overloads. For improved serviceability, each compressor is
equipped with a compressor terminal plug.
SOUND HOOD —A thick, sound dampening material wrapped
around the compressor muffles operational noise.
LIMITED WARRANTY —Standard 1-year warranty on parts,
with an additional 9-year warranty on compressor.
Form No. PDS 597C.18.8
DIMENSIONS
A97082
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ACCESS
DIA
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clearance to service end of unit, 48 in. above unit, 6 in. on one side, 12 in. on remaining side,
and 24 in. between units for proper airflow.
Minimum outdoor operating ambient in cooling mode is 55°F (unless low-ambient control is used) max 125°F.2.
Series designation is the 14th position of the unit model number.3.
1. Allow 30 in.
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UNIT DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS (IN.)
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SIZESERIES
UNIT
018F33-13/1622-1/226-3/164-1/87-1/821-15/1628-3/85/89-1/417-3/813-1/22-3/820 x 27
024F27-13/1630335-1/169-11/1615-15/1622-3/85/816-1/220-3/8112-15/1626 x 32
030F33-13/1630335-1/169-11/1621-15/1628-3/83/416-1/220-3/813-1/22-15/1626 x 32
036F33-13/1630335-1/169-11/1621-15/1628-3/83/416-1/220-3/813-1/22-15/1626 x 32
042F39-13/1630335-1/169-11/1627-15/1634-3/87/816-1/220-3/8152-15/1626 x 32
048G,F39-13/1630335-1/169-11/1627-15/1634-3/87/816-1/220-3/8152-15/1626 x 32
060F39-13/1630335-1/169-11/1627-15/1634-3/87/816-1/220-3/8152-15/1626 x 32
Piston listed is for any approv ed non-capillary tube coil combination. Piston
is shipped with outdoor unit and must be installed in an approved indoor
coil.
PISTON
IDENTIFICATION NO.
CHARGING SUBCOOLING (TXV-TYPE EXPANSION DEVICE)
UNIT SIZE-SERIESREQUIRED SUBCOOLING (°F)
018-F10
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As an ENERGY STAR®
Partner, Bryant Heating
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product meets the
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guidelines for energy
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SPECIFICATIONS
UNIT SIZE-SERIES018-F024-F030-F036-F042-F048-G/F060-F
Operating Weight (Lb)149187197197207261265
ELECTRICAL
Unit Volts—Hertz—Phase208/230—60—1 208/230—60—1 208/230—60—1 208/230—60—1 208/230—60—1 208/230—1—60 208/230—1—60
Operating Voltage Range
Compressor— Rated Load Amps10.011.415.017.920.023.7/19.928.8
Locked Rotor Amps41.056.072.588.0104.0129.0/137.0169.0
Condenser Fan Motor—Full Load Amps0.50.50.51.11.11.11.4
Min Unit Ampacity for Wire Sizing13.014.819.323.426.030.5/26.037.4
Min Wire Size (60°C Copper) AWG†14141412108/108
Min Wire Size (75°C Copper) AWG†1414141210108
Max Wire Length (60°C) (Ft)‡61533952777782
Max Wire Length (75°C) (Ft)‡58503750736178
Max Branch Circuit Fuse Size (Amps)
COMPRESSOR & REFRIGERANT
Compressor— ManufacturerCopeland
TypeScroll
Temperature & Current ProtectionInternal Line Break
Refrigerant— TypeR-22
Amount @ 15 Ft ††4.255.256.256.257.0010.5011.00
CONDENSER COIL & FAN
Coil Face Area (Sq Ft)10.912.215.215.218.318.318.3
Fins Per In.—Rows—Circuits25—1—225—1—225—1—325—1—325—1—420—2—520—2—6
Fan Motor—PSC Type, HP & RPM1/15 & 8001/5 & 8251/4 & 1125
Programmable/ Non-Programmable Thermostat
with Humidity ControlTSTATBBPRH01-B
Builder’s Thermostat, Manual Changeover,
Non-Programmable, °F/°C,
1-Stage Heat, 1-Stage CoolTSTATBBBAC01-B
Outdoor Air Temperature SensorTSTATXXSEN01-B
Backplate for Builder’s ThermostatTSTATXXBBP01
Backplate for Non-Programmable ThermostatTSTATXXNBP01
Backplate for Programmable ThermostatTSTATXXPBP01
Thermostat Conversion Kit (4 to 5 wire)TSTATXXCNV10
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See notes on page 5.
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Permissible limits of the voltage range at which the unit will operate satisfactorily. Operation outside these limits may result in unit failure.
† If wire is applied at ambient greater than 30°C (86°F), consult Table 310-16 of the NEC (ANSI/NFPA 70).
The ampacity of nonmetallic-sheathed cable (NM), trade name ROMEX, shall be that of 60°C (140°F) conductors, per the NEC (ANSI/NFPA 70) Article
336-26. If other than uncoated (non-plated), 60 or 75°C (140 or 167°F) insulation, copper wire (solid wire for 10 AWG and smaller, stranded wire for larger
than 10 AWG) is used, consult applicable tables of the NEC (ANSI/NFPA 70).
‡ Length shown is as measured 1 way along wire path between unit and service panel for a voltage drop not to exceed 2%.
Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
†† Charge quantity is for 15 ft of interconnecting tubing. For tubing lengths longer than 15 ft, add 0.6 oz of refrigerant per ft of tube length in excess of 15 ft.
‡‡ Do not use hard shutoff TXV with LSV.
*** See low-ambient controller Installation Instructions for application.
††† Fan motor with ball bearings required.
NOTES: 1. All motors/compressors contain internal overload protection.
2. Copper wire must be used from service disconnect to unit.
3. Control circuit is 24v on all units and requires external power source.
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ACCESSORY USAGE GUIDELINE
REQUIRED FOR
LOW-AMBIENT
ACCESSORY
Crankcase HeaterYesYesNo
Evaporator Freeze ThermostatYesNoNo
Winter Start ControlYes†NoNo
AccumulatorNoNoNo
Compressor Start Assist
Capacitor and Relay
Low Ambient Controller,
MotorMaster® Control,
Low-Ambient Pressure Switch
Liquid-Line Solenoid Valve
Ball Bearing Fan MotorYes‡NoNo
For tubing line sets between 50 and 175 ft, refer to the Residential Split-System Long-Line Application Guideline.
† Only when low-pressure switch is used.
‡ Required for Low-Ambient Controller (full modulation feature) and MotorMaster Control only.
or
Wind BaffleSee Low-Ambient InstructionsNoNo
Coastal FilterNoNoYes
Support FeetRecommendedNoRecommended
or
Hard Shutoff TXV
APPLICATIONS
(Below 55°F)
YesYesNo
YesNoNo
No
REQUIRED FOR
LONG-LINE
APPLICATIONS
(Over 50 Ft)
See Long-Line
Application
Guideline
REQUIRED FOR
SEA COAST
APPLICATIONS
(Within 2 Miles)
No
ACCESSORY DESCRIPTION AND USAGE (Listed Alphabetically)
Ball Bearing Fan Motor
A fan motor with ball bearings which permits speed reduction while maintaining bearing lubrication.
SUGGESTED USE: Required on all units where Low-Ambient Controller (full modulation feature) or MotorMaster® Control has been added.
2.
Coastal Filter
A mesh screen inserted under the top cover and inside the base pan to protect the condenser coil from salt damage without restricting airflow.
SUGGESTED USE: In geographic areas where salt damage could occur.
3.
Compressor Start Assist — Capacitor/Relay Type
Start capacitor and start relay gives “hard” boost to compressor motor at each start-up.
SUGGESTED USE: Installations where interconnecting tube length exceeds 50 ft.
4.
Compressor Start Assist — PTC Type
Solid state electrical device which gives a “soft” boost to compressor motor at each start-up.
SUGGESTED USE: Installations with marginal power supply.
5.
Crankcase Heater
An electric resistance heater which mounts to the base of the compressor to keep the lubricant warm during off cycles. Improves compressor lubrication
on restart and minimizes chance of refrigerant slugging. May or may not include a thermostat control.
SUGGESTED USE: When interconnecting tube length exceeds 50 ft.
6.
Cycle Protector
Solid state timing device which prevents compressor rapid recycling. Control provides an approximate 5-minute delay after power to the compressor has
been interrupted for any reason, including normal room thermostat cycling.
SUGGESTED USE: Installations in areas where power interruptions are frequent.
7.
Evaporator Freeze Thermostat
An SPST temperature actuated switch which stops unit operation when evaporator reaches freeze-up conditions.
SUGGESTED USE: All units where Winter Start Control has been added.
8.
Filter Drier
A device for removing contaminants from refrigerant circulating in an air conditioner: 1-direction flow.
SUGGESTED USE: All split system air conditioners.
9.
High-Pressure Switch
Auto reset SPST switch activated by refrigerant pressure on high side of refrigerant circuit. Cycles compressor off if refrigerant pressure rises to 400 ± 10
psig and resets at 298 ± 20 psig. Provides protection against compressor damage due to loss of outdoor airflow. To prevent rapid compressor recycling,
Cycle Protector can be used with this switch.
SUGGESTED USE: Installations exposed to very ‘‘dirty’’ outdoor air.
10.
Liquid-Line Solenoid Valve (LSV)
An electrically operated shutoff valve to be installed at the outdoor or indoor unit (depending on tubing configuration) and which stops and starts refrigerant
liquid flow in response to compressor operation. Maintains a column of refrigerant liquid ready for action at next compressor operation cycle.
NOTE: Compressor Start Assist — Capacitor/Relay Type must also be used. Do not use with hard shutoff TXV.
SUGGESTED USE: For improved system performance in air conditioners for certain combinations of indoor and outdoor units. Refer to ARI Unitary Directory.
Installations where outdoor design temperature exceeds 105°F (40.6°C).
Replacement installations with hard shutoff expansion valve on indoor coil.
Installations where Liquid-Line Solenoid Valve has been added.
Replacement installations with rapid pressure balance (RPB) expansion valve on indoor coil.
When unit will be operated below 55°F (12.8°C) outdoor air temperature. Use with Low-Ambient Controller.
All commercial installations.
Where user is likely to “play” with the room thermostat.
All commercial installations.
Installations where interconnecting tube length exceeds 50 ft.
High-rise applications.
Installations where condenser inlet air temperature exceeds 125°F (51.7°C).
In certain long line-applications. Refer to Residential Split System Long-Line Application Guideline.
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ACCESSORY DESCRIPTION AND USAGE (Listed Alphabetically) Continued
11. Low-Ambient Controller
Head pressure controller is a cycle control device activated by a temperature sensor mounted on a header tube of the outdoor coil. It is designed to cycle
the outdoor fan motor in order to maintain condensing temperature within normal operating limits (appro ximately 100°F high and 60°F lo w). The control will
maintain working head pressure at low-ambient temperatures down to 0°F when properly installed.
SUGGESTED USE: Cooling operation at outdoor temperatures below 55°F (12.8°C).
12.
Low-Ambient Pressure Switch
A long life pressure switch which is mounted to outdoor unit service valve. It is designed to cycle the outdoor fan motor in order to maintain head pressure
within normal operating limits (approximately 100 psig to 225 psig). The control maintains w orking head pressure at low-ambient temper atures down to 0°F
when properly installed.
SUGGESTED USE: Cooling operation at outdoor temperatures below 55°F (12.8°C).
13.
Low-Pressure Switch
Auto reset SPST switch activated by refrigerant pressure on liquid side of refrigerant circuit. Cycles compressor off if refrigerant charge is lost. To prevent
rapid compressor recycling, Cycle Protector can be used with this switch.
SUGGESTED USE: Where indoor coil is exposed to ‘‘dirty’’ air.
14.
MotorMaster® Control
A fan speed control device activated by a temperature sensor. Designed to control condenser fan motor speed in response to the saturated, condensing
temperature during operation in cooling mode only. For outdoor temperatures down to –20°F, it maintains condensing temperature at 100°F ± 10°F.
SUGGESTED USE: Cooling operation at outdoor temperatures below 55°F.
15.
Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor
A device that allows the temperature at a remote location (outdoors) to be displayed at the thermostat.
SUGGESTED USE: All corporate programmable thermostats.
16.
Support Feet
Four stick-on plastic feet which raise the unit 4 in. above the mounting pad. This allows sand, dirt, and other debris to be flushed from the unit base
minimizing corrosion.
SUGGESTED USE: Coastal installations.
17.
Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV)
A modulating flow-control valve which meters refrigerant liquid flow rate into the evaporator in response to the superheat of the refrigerant gas leaving the
evaporator. Kit includes valve, adapter tubes, and external equalizer tube. Both hard shutoff and RPB type valves are available. Do not use hard shutoff
TXV with Liquid-Line Solenoid Valve.
SUGGESTED USE: For improved system performance in cooling mode for certain combinations of indoor and outdoor units. Refer to ARI Unitary Directory.
18.
Time-Delay Relay
An SPST delay relay which briefly continued operation of the indoor blower motor to provide additional cooling after the compressor cycles off.
SUGGESTED USE: For improved efficiency ratings for certain combinations of indoor and outdoor units. Refer to ARI Unitary Directory.
19.
Winter Start Control
An SPST delay relay which bypasses the low-pressure switch for approximately 3 minutes to permit start-up for cooling operation under low-load
conditions.
SUGGESTED USE: All air conditioners where Low-Ambient Controller has been added.
All commercial installations.
All commercial installations.
Windy areas or where debris is normally circulating.
Rooftop installations.
For improved sound rating.