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finding a high eff heat pump in five ton mdls that qualify for the tax credit can be difficult as you have found.

Carrier and sister company Bryant have introduced a new mdl "Performance 16" Heat Pump_(and Bryant mdl Preferrred 16) that qualify for the tax credit.

Both are matched to Infinity/Evolution air handlers and Performance series VS air handler.

Here are the AHRI configurations for the Carrier systems. The Bryant configurations are identical.

3496081 Active Systems PERFORMANCE 16 PURON HP CARRIER AIR CONDITIONING 25HPA660A30 FE4ANB006+UI 56500 12.60 16.00 59000 9.50 36600 1

3496011 Active Systems PERFORMANCE 16 PURON HP CARRIER AIR CONDITIONING 25HPA660A30 FV4CNB006 56500 12.60 16.00 59000 9.50 36600 1

These are two stg systems. Discuss features, warranty, availability with your dealer. Your ductwork system may need modification since you are going up in size.

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