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Bryant

Bryant is an American HVAC brand and a sister brand to Carrier. The Evolution Extreme 191VAN is its flagship variable-speed central air conditioner.

Bryant sells central air conditioners across single-stage, two-stage, and variable-speed tiers. The Evolution Extreme 191VAN leads the range with a variable-speed compressor and a wide modulation range. Bryant backs the system with registered parts coverage and its Red Shield unit replacement warranty.

Efficiency and Compressor Technology

The 191VAN is Bryant's most efficient central air conditioner. Bryant rates the Evolution Extreme 191VAN at up to 21 SEER2 and up to 12 EER2.

Bryant builds the 191VAN on a variable-speed compressor rather than a fixed or two-stage design. Bryant states the compressor modulates across a 25 to 100 percent capacity range in 1 percent increments and uses Puron Advance refrigerant, a low global warming potential refrigerant.

Warranty Coverage

Bryant ties its longest warranty terms to prompt registration. Bryant states the 191VAN carries a 10-year parts limited warranty upon registration, dropping to 5 years if not registered within 90 days.

Bryant adds its Red Shield unit replacement warranty on top of parts coverage. Bryant states the 191VAN includes a Red Shield 10-year unit replacement warranty covering compressor failure upon timely registration, which is not available to subsequent owners.