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Licensed HVAC technicians install and commission this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 38mbrcq36aa3 is designed for residential and light-commercial single-zone applications where ductwork is absent, impractical, or undesirable. Common use cases include room additions, home offices, garage conversions, spaces heated by hydronic or electric systems, and historical renovations where preserving the existing structure is a priority. The outdoor unit connects to one indoor fan coil unit. Maximum piping length is 213 inches and maximum piping height is 98 inches between the indoor and outdoor components. The unit operates at a sound level of 63 dBA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36,000 BTU\/h nominal cooling capacity with variable range of 5,900 to 41,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSEER2 of 19.2 and EER2 range of 9.7 to 11.6 for energy-efficient operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHSPF of 10 to 11.5 for heating season performance; heating capacity at 5 degrees F rated at 22,300 BTU\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eECM condenser motor at 1\/6 HP, 1,050 RPM, with 3 speeds and 2,130 CFM airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic expansion valve (EEV) metering device for precise refrigerant control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlare-type connections on both liquid line (3\/8 inch OD) and suction line (5\/8 inch OD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-zone configuration supports one indoor fan coil unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 38mbrcq36aa3 is part of the 38MBRC product family and is designed to operate with a matched Carrier, Bryant, or Payne indoor fan coil unit in a single-zone ductless configuration. Connect only one indoor fan coil unit to this outdoor unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation must be performed by a licensed HVAC technician certified to handle R-410A refrigerant in accordance with EPA Section 608 regulations. Disconnect and lock out all electrical power before servicing or making connections. Maximum overcurrent protection (MOCP) is 50 amps — verify that the branch circuit and disconnect are sized and rated accordingly per NEC requirements. 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