Rheem Manufacturing Company, Air Conditioning Division is featuring its new line up of Rheem 13-SEER Residential Package Products with R-410-A refrigerant.

These units are a direct result of the company’s dedication to listening and responding to contractors and are part of 44 new products the Division plans to introduce in 2006. Available from Rheem distributors, these high-efficiency Residential Package Products are available in 2 thru 5-ton models and combine durable, all-steel, low profile cabinets with multiple contractor installation and service advantages. Models include the:

• RRNL 13-SEER Gas/Electric Package Unit
• RQNL 13-SEER Package Heat Pump
• RSNL 13-SEER Package Air Conditioner.

Five-Ton, two-stage models are equipped with state-of-the-art Emerson Comfort Alert^™ diagnostics that delivers peace-of-mind to homeowners through enhanced system reliability. Comfort Alert monitors and analyzes system performance. If a malfunction occurs, the system quickly guides technicians to the root cause of the problem resulting in less time per service call lowering the homeowner’s service costs.

The new line of contractor-influenced residential package products offers a number of contractor-friendly features and benefits including:

• Copeland Scroll Compressors – For increased efficiency and quiet operation
• Thermal Expansion Valve – Standard on all models for superior superheat control and energy efficiency at all operating conditions
• Easily Accessible Blower Section – Slides out for easy access.
• Durable Fully-Louver Coil Protection – For maximum coil protection from outdoor hazards and weather extremes.
• Convenient Refrigerant Connections – Located for easy-service diagnostics
• Rugged Base Rail – For improved installation and handling
• Emerson Comfort Alert^™ - State of the art diagnostics that delivers peace-of-mind to homeowners through enhanced system reliability. Available on some models.

“Our residential package product family provides contractors many benefits and options that are easy to install and service,” said Adam Schuster, Manager, Product Marketing and Development for Rheem. “Most importantly, Rheem offers a complete line of residential 13-SEER package units that provide contractors the choice between R-410-A and R-22 refrigerants.”