The date of production/manufacture or age of Tempstar® HVAC equipment can be determined from the serial number located on the data plate.

Are Tempstar and Carrier the same?

TEMPSTAR – ABOUT THE COMPANY

Tempstar has been manufacturing residential heating and cooling systems since the 1980s. They are part of the United Technologies Corporation group, which is the same parent company that owns brands like Carrier.

How do you tell the tonnage of a model number?

Find the model number. Within this string of letters and numerals, you should find an even, two-digit number. The possibilities on residential units range from 18 to 60. Divide the number by 12 (which represents 12,000 Btu/hr, or one ton of cooling capacity) to get your AC unit’s tonnage.

How do I read my Tempstar model number?

You can determine the size in tons of your Tempstar HVAC system by examining the model number on the data plate at the side of the condenser (outdoor unit). Look for two numbers in the middle of the model number that are divisible by 6 or 12, and represent the nominal BTU of the system in thousands.

What year is my Tempstar?

Tempstar is manufactured by International Comfort Products, LLC, and the first two numbers in the serial number (after a single letter) are the year of manufacture. So the serial number on the data plate below indicates the unit was manufactured in 2013.

What company owns Tempstar?

Heil was established in 1962; the Tempstar brand was introduced in the 1980s in response to increased market demands for a full line of heating and cooling products. International Comfort Products has the largest North American distribution system in the industry.

Who makes Tempstar equipment?

Tempstar Manufacturer Overview

Tempstar is owned by International Comfort Products (ICP), which is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. UTC saw revenue of approximately $59.8 billion in 2017.

Does Trane make Tempstar?

Tempstar air conditioners

Offering similar features and price as Trane’s air conditioners, Tempstar’s AC units focus on meeting your home-cooling needs. Featuring a SEER rating of 19 for energy efficiency, Tempstar’s SmartComfort TXT+ costs $2,800.

What does the model number mean on an air conditioner?

The model number is where you can find the number you’re looking for. Not all manufacturers do this, but most will give you a 2 or 3 digit section that tells you how many thousands of BTU/hour your air conditioner can move out of your home.

How do you read carrier models and serial numbers?

The most common way to to determine the carrier ac age is through the serial number. In the above style, the determining factor is having a letter in the middle of the serial number. The first two digits are the week of manufacturer. The second set of digits are the year of manufacture.

What do the numbers on an air conditioner mean?

When it comes to air conditioners, the BTU rating measures how many BTUs of heat the unit is able to remove from the air in an hour’s time. An air conditioner’s BTU rating is important to your purchase decision because it tells you the unit’s cooling capacity – how much cooling it is capable of providing for the home.

How do you read a Bryant model number?

Remove the front door and look inside the unit. You should see the model number printed on rating-plate or decal.

How do I decode a Trane model number?

How to Decode
First letter: The model number starts with 4. Second letter. The next 3 letter represents the product type. The fifth number is for unit’s Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. The six letter. The seven and eight number indicate tonnage. The nine letter represents the age.

How do I know the tonnage of my AC unit?

Simply divide the BTUs by 12,000 to calculate the tonnage of your unit. For example, if your air conditioner is 36,000 BTUs, you have a 3-ton unit. Some manufacturers bury tonnage or BTU information in their model numbers. Look for an even, two-digit number between 18 and 60.

How do you read ICP serial numbers?

International Comfort Products (ICP)

In the serial number, the first letter is the place of manufacturer. The first pair of numbers is the year, and the second pair of numbers is the week. For Example, Model No.: NAC042AKA5, SN: E031136011 was Manufactured in 2003, Week 11.

What brand furnace do I have?

You can find the model and serial numbers (M/N and S/N) for your furnace by removing the top-front service panel and looking to the left side of the interior cabinet or the top of the blower deck, depending on whether your system is an 80% or 90% AFUE unit.