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Carrier Performance 16 24ACC6 single-stage split air conditioner (Puron / R-410A): quick sheet
Covers: Carrier 24ACC6 Performance-series 16 SEER-class single-stage condensing units, 1.5 to 5 ton (sizes 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 60), 208/230 V single phase. Model string per Carrier's product data: 24 (air conditioner) + A (residential AC) + C (Performance tier) + C (Puron refrigerant) + 6 (16 SEER class) + two-digit capacity (18-60 = 18,000-60,000 BTU/h nominal) + A (standard grille) + 0 + 0 + voltage digit (3 = 208/230-1) + series digit, e.g. 24ACC636A003, 24ACC624A003, 24ACC660A003. Conventional 24 V thermostat control (Y, C), not communicating. The successor Comfort/Performance lines with SEER2 ratings (e.g. 24SCA, 26SCA on Puron Advance R-454B) are different products. Search terms: 24ACC636A003, 24ACC624A003, Carrier Performance 16, Carrier 24ACC6 capacitor.
A straightforward single-stage scroll condenser with a direct-drive propeller fan, high- and low-pressure switches and a TXV-matched (hard shut-off) indoor coil. Field work is mostly electrical: contactor, run capacitor, fan motor, pressure-switch open circuits in the 24 V path, and airflow. Carrier lists start-assist, crankcase heater, low-ambient and time-delay accessories for long lines or low-ambient use.
Safety first
- Lock out the disconnect and breaker; capacitors hold a charge.
- Never jumper a pressure switch to keep a unit running.
- All refrigerant work is blocked: refer to an EPA 608-certified technician.
How it works
Thermostat Y energizes the contactor coil through the unit's high- and low-pressure switches (both standard on 24ACC6). An open switch drops the 24 V call and the contactor opens.
Line voltage through the contactor feeds the scroll compressor (internal thermal overload) and the PSC condenser fan motor through the run capacitor.
Carrier lists a TXV (hard shut-off type available) for the indoor coil. For single-phase scroll units, Carrier calls the start-assist capacitor and relay required for long line sets and low-ambient cooling, and suggests it where the site has a history of low voltage.
Low-ambient cooling requires a kit (low-ambient pressure switch or MotorMaster control); Carrier pairs it with crankcase heater and freeze-stat accessories.
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