EVOLUTION™ EXTREME 26 Variable-Speed Air Conditioner
Air Conditioner 186CNV
Top-of-the-Line Air Conditioner
Efficient & Reliable
Home Comfort
Energy Star® Qualified : All sizes qualified
*Experience superior comfort with the Bryant EVOLUTION™ EXTREME 26 Variable-Speed Air Conditioner 186CNV, offering extreme humidity control, quiet operation, and over-the-air updates providing you with our latest software for enhanced performance.
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EVOLUTION™ EXTREME 26 Variable-Speed Air Conditioner
Whisper-quiet comfort: Up to 50% quieter than the nearest competitor1
Perfect for a Peaceful Home Environment: Enjoy whisper-quiet comfort with sound levels as low as 51 dB during low-capacity cooling
Extreme humidity control: Can remove up to 400% more moisture than standard systems2
True variable-speed operation: Longer, lower speed cycles to give you more energy savings and optimal temperature management
Cooling Efficiency: Up to 24 SEER2/16 EER2
ENERGY STAR®: Recognized as the Most Efficient of ENERGY STAR® 2023
10 Year Warranty!
Get a FREE Full Air Conditioner Replacement if the Compressor Fails.
That’s the power of the Bryant Red Shield™ 10-Year Replacement Warranty — exclusive protection that covers your entire air conditioner, not just repairs. No hassle. No cost. Just confidence.
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Installation
Free Installation
No hidden fees or surprise charges
Free Removal of Old Equipment
Hassle-free and eco-conscious
Clean Work Area
We protect your floors and clean up after ourselves
Old Equipment Recycling
Disposed of responsibly
Safety
Fully Licensed
All Work Done By TSSA & Ontario College Of Trades Licensed Professionals
Electrical Connection
Professionally wired and properly grounded for your safety
Gas Reconnection
Properly labelled and leak-tested for your safety
636 Venting Installation
Meets the latest gas code requirements
Full System Commissioning
Tested for peak performance
Support
Parts & Labour Coverage
You’re fully protected
24/7/365 Customer Support
Help is always a call away
Customer Walkthrough
We show you how to use your system efficiently
Annual Maintenance Visits*
Keep your system running like new
*With the purchase of low-cost maintenance plan
Take advantage of our affordable financing options.
Enjoy flexible and easy monthly payments.
Efficiency
Management
- Energy Efficiency Up to 24 SEER2 / 16 EER2: Delivers exceptional cooling performance while helping lower your energy bills. It’s perfect for energy-conscious homeowners.
- ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient 2023: Recognized among the top-performing systems in energy efficiency, giving you peace of mind that you’re investing in a product that meets the highest standards.
- True Variable-Speed Cooling: Adjusts precisely to your home’s cooling needs for consistent comfort, better humidity control, and greater energy savings.
Comfort
Management
- Consistent Cooling Performance: Delivers the highest levels of Bryant comfort control to minimize temperature swings, keeping your home consistently comfortable all day long.
- Enhanced Dehumidification: Maintains ideal humidity levels in the summer by using low-stage operation, especially when paired with the Evolution™ Connex™ Control, helping you feel cooler without overcooling the air.
- Smart System Adjustments: Continuously monitors operating conditions and makes real-time adjustments to improve reliability and performance, extending system life and reducing wear.
- Optimized for Zoned Systems: Offers excellent performance in multi-zone setups, allowing personalized comfort in different areas of your home. It’s perfect for families with varying temperature preferences.
Silent
Operation
- Ultra-Quiet Operation (As Low As 51 dB): Enjoy a peaceful home environment with whisper-quiet performance during low-capacity cooling; perfect for bedrooms, living areas, and outdoor entertaining spaces.
- AeroQuiet™ System II Design: Engineered for noise reduction with a compressor sound blanket, quiet mount split-post grommets, and a forward-swept fan blade; all working together to minimize sound and vibration for quieter operation.
- Soft Start Technology: Features a smooth, gradual ramp-up at startup, reducing sudden noise and mechanical stress for a quieter, longer-lasting system.
Advanced
Technology
- Variable-Speed Scroll Compressor (25–100% Range in 1% Increments): Delivers precise, energy-efficient performance by adjusting output in small 1% increments, ensuring your system runs only as much as needed for maximum comfort and efficiency.
- Inverter-Driven Compressor with Evolution™ Connex™ Control: Offers intelligent system management, maintaining ideal temperature and humidity levels while optimizing energy use based on real-time conditions.
- Optimized System Compatibility: Engineered to deliver peak efficiency and performance when paired with an Evolution™ variable-speed indoor blower, creating a fully integrated, high-performing home comfort system.
- Enhanced Diagnostics with Evolution Control: Provides real-time system monitoring and advanced troubleshooting, helping technicians quickly identify issues and reduce service time, for better reliability and peace of mind.
Aesthetics &
Durability
- DuraGuard™ Plus Protection: Features an attractive, protective exterior that enhances curb appeal while shielding internal components from weather, debris, and damage.
- Durable Sheet Metal Construction: Built with heavy-duty materials to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
- Powder-Coated, Baked-On Paint Finish: The complete outer coverage with baked-on powder paint resists fading, chipping, and corrosion, keeping your unit looking new for years.
- Available in 2–5 Ton Capacities: Offers a range of sizes to suit different home needs, combining performance with a clean, professional appearance.
- Built-In System Protections: Includes high-pressure switches, a suction pressure transducer, multiple temperature sensors, and a filter drier to protect your system from damage and ensure long-term durability.
Other
Features
- Bluetooth® Connectivity: Enables faster, easier service and diagnostics by allowing technicians to connect wirelessly for quick system checks and troubleshooting, reducing downtime and improving convenience.
- Environmentally Friendly Puron® Refrigerant: Uses non-ozone-depleting Puron® refrigerant, offering an eco-conscious solution that meets today’s environmental standards without compromising performance.
- 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty: Enjoy peace of mind with a decade of coverage on parts, provided you register your unit on time, helping protect your investment.
- Red Shield™ 10-Year Unit Replacement Warranty: In the event of a compressor failure, you’re covered with a full unit replacement for up to 10 years (with timely registration); one of the strongest warranties in the industry.
1Depending on model combination. Based on laboratory testing of Bryant’s Evolution 26 air conditioner models by Bryant engineers in Fall 2019 and AHRI sound level data for competitors’ variable-speed outdoor units, published as of December 2019.
2Based on Bryant testing under simulated “worst case” conditions, as compared to a single-stage 13.0 SEER unit.
3The limited warranty period is five years on parts if not registered within 90 days except in jurisdictions where warranty benefits are not conditioned upon registration will automatically receive a 10-year parts limited warranty. See limited warranty certificate for complete details and restrictions.
4Unit replacement limited warranty is not available to subsequent owners. The limited warranty period is five years if not registered within 90 days except in jurisdictions where warranty benefits cannot be conditioned on registration will automatically receive a 10-year unit replacement limited warranty. See limited warranty certificate at Bryant.com for complete details and restrictions.
*Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
*Bryant reserves the right to discontinue or change any specification or design without prior notice or obligation.