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Please note, the following is for informational purposes only. Any servicing you attempt is at your own risk.
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Bryant At a Glance
Bryant has been taking care of homeowners’ indoor comfort needs for over 100 years. The company has been able to steadily earn the trust of customers thanks to their dedication to producing high-efficiency heating and cooling systems that are unmatched when it comes to quality, durability, and reliability.
This page is designed to troubleshoot any issues you might have should your own Bryant air conditioning system begin to defect. One way to delay this occurrence is to perform an array of basic maintenance tasks regularly. The most important of which is replacing your air conditioner’s air filters at a reasonable rate.
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What’s Wrong With Your Bryant Air Conditioner?
Remember to turn your a/c completely off before opening it up to look around or attempt any fix.
Is the outside unit blowing hotter air than normal?
You will want to examine your blower motor. If it isn’t operating properly, but the outside fan is still functional, the blower motor is defective. However, if this isn’t the case then check your control board or run capacitor for irregularities.
Alternatively, if the compressor appears functional but the outside fan is defective, your condenser fan might be flawed. Contrastingly, if the condenser fan is working properly, but the compressor is struggling, the unit may need more refrigerant or have a broken compressor.
Do you find that air isn’t circulating through the floor and ceiling registers?
Check to see if the outside fan is operating correctly. If it isn’t working as it should be, then it’s likely that your breaker is busted. However, if the breaker isn’t at fault, you will want to examine your thermostat or control board for issues.
Is your Bryant air conditioner not providing a sufficient amount of cooling comfort?
You will want to examine your system’s compressor and condenser fan. If both of these components appear to be operating as they should, but your home is still uncomfortable, then you’ll want to measure the temperature drop in your home.
Remember, your Bryant air conditioner should be operating for at least 10 to 15 minutes before you take any measurements. If the reading appears to be significantly higher than normal, certain internal components might be dirty or defection. Check the evaporator coil, air filter, or blower wheel for debris. However, if the reading is low, then your refrigerant charge might be defective.
Bryant Air Conditioner Error Codes
Note that these error codes may or may not be accurate or apply to your system. Each manufacturer has a range of different sensor and error codes used for different model lines and these may differ from one model series, production run, region, and may have been updated at any time. This not a comprehensive list and these are for informational purposes only. Any use of them is at your own risk.
Error Codes
| LED Color | Fault Alert Flash Code | Amber LED Description | Type/Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber | ON, No Flash | Standby | |
| Amber | 1, Pause | Variable Capacity | |
| Amber | 1 (2 Sec ON), Longer Pause (1 Sec OFF) | Variable Capacity (Range Cutback) | |
| Amber | 16 | System Communications Failure | |
| Amber | 25 | Invalid Model Plug/ Inverter Size | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 31 | High Pressure Switch Open (stage/speed down for each occurrence, elevates to faultcode 84 when it occurs while running on the lowest stage) | Local |
| Amber | 32 | Low Pressure Trip (Elevates to Fault Code 83 after 3 Occurences | Local |
| Amber | 33 | Lost Inverter Communications (Occurs after 2 minutes of no communication between AOC and MOC, Elevates to fault code 48 after 3 consecutive failures in within 20 mins or 20 mins of continous loss of connection | Local |
| Amber | 45 | Control Fault | |
| Amber | 46 | Brownout Event | Local |
| Amber | 47 | No 230v at Unit | |
| Amber | 48 | Lost Inverter Communications (Elevated from fault code 33 after 3 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 49 | Compresser Over current Fault (Elevates to Fault code 95 after 5 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 53 | Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor Fault | Fault |
| Amber | 54 | Suction Temperature Sensor Fault | Fault |
| Amber | 55 | Coil Temperature Sensor Fault | Fault |
| Amber | 56 | OAT-OCT Thermistor Out of Range | Local |
| Amber | 57 | Suction Pressure Sensor Fault | Fault |
| Amber | 59 | Discharge Temperature Out of Range Event ( Elevates to fault code 74 after 5 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 61 | Fan Inverter Fault (Elevates to Fault Code 76 after 5 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 62 | Fan Inverter Temperature High ( Elevates to Fault Code 85 after 3 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 63 | Fan Inverter Current Fault (Elevates to Fault Code 86 after 5 occurences | Local |
| Amber | 65 | DC Volts Low - Speed Limiting | Local |
| Amber | 66 | Outdoor Fan Dropped Out | Local |
| Amber | 67 | Stator Heater Fault | Local |
| Amber | 68 | 10 Min Stage 2 Warmup Delay | Event |
| Amber | 69 | Inverter/Compressor Internal Fault ( Elevates to this fault code after 5 occurrences of itself) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 71 | Compresser Dropped Out | Local |
| Amber | 72 | Suction Over Temperature Event ( Elevates to Fault Code 82 after 3 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 73 | Contactor Shorted | |
| Amber | 74 | Discharge Temperature Out of Range Lockout ( Elevated from fault code 59 after 5 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 75 | Maximum Power Mode - Temp (Temporary RPM Reduction or stage lowering will result) | Local |
| Amber | 76 | Fan Inverter Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 61 after 5 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 77 | Maximum Power Mode - Comp Current (Temporary RPM Reduction or stage lowering will result) | Local |
| Amber | 79 | Compressor/Inverter Fault (Elevates to Fault Code 88 after 5 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 81 | Low Stage Thermal Lockout | |
| Amber | 82 | Suction over Temperature Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 72 after 3 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 83 | Low Pressure Lockout for 4 hours (Elevated from fault code 32 after 3 occurences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 84 | High Pressure Lockout for 4 Hours (Elevated from fault code 31 after stage (speed) can no longer be lowered) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 85 | Fan Inverter Temperature Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 62 after 3 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 86 | Fan Inverter Current Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 63 after 5 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 88 | Compressor/Inverter Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 79 after 5 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 91 | Inverter VDC-Out Over Voltage Event (Elevates to Fault Code 97 after 5 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 92 | Inverter VDC-Out under Voltage Event (Elevates to Fault Code 96 after 5 occurrences) | Local |
| Amber | 93 | 230 VAC Under Voltage Event | Local |
| Amber | 94 | 230 VAC Over Voltage Event | Local |
| Amber | 95 | Compressor Over Current Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 49 after 5 occurrences | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 96 | VDC Under Voltage Lockout ( Elevated from Fault Code 92 after 5 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 97 | VDC Over Voltage Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 91 after 5 occurrences) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | 98 | High Torque Event (Event will cause stage down, and when stage is at lowest level, it will elevate to Fault Code 99) | Local |
| Amber | 99 | High Torque Lockout (Elevated from Fault Code 98 when 98 occurs at lowest level) | System Malfunction |
| Amber | On solid, no flash | Standby - no call for unit operation | None |
| Amber | 1, pause | Low---stage Cool/Heat Operation | None |
| Amber | 2, pause | High-stage Cool/Heat Operation | None |
The cost to repair a Bryant air conditioner will typically be in the $250 to $1,000+ range depending on what is being fixed. This factors in the cost for a technician to diagnose the problem, and the cost of parts and labour to fix the issue.
Your unit may be covered under the manufacturer’s warranty, which would cover parts, as well as the labour warranty if applicable, which usually comes from the company that installed it. That’s why choosing a reliable HVAC contractor that offers great warranty coverage is so important.
You can use our AC repair cost calculator to get an idea of the cost.
When to Get a Technician for Bryant Air Conditioner Repairs
When your own high-efficiency Bryant air conditioner isn’t performing at its best, it isn’t a bad idea to contact a trained heating and cooling technician to take a look. Certain simple issues can be dealt with on your own. However, more complex problems will require a professional opinion. Not only will this guarantee that your air conditioning system is performing efficiently, but it can also save you lots of money in the long-term.
Who to Call For Bryant Air Conditioner Repairs
It can be challenging to know which heating and cooling company to contact when your air conditioner appears to be defective. Consulting online reviews is a smart way to begin your search. However, it’s important to remember that these can’t be trusted wholeheartedly.
Although they can give you a good idea of how much certain services might cost, they don’t provide a comprehensive enough overview of the businesses nor the quality of their services. When you’re not sure who to call, let us help!
Our independent certification program can make finding a trustworthy HVAC company quick and easy. We aim to connect Canadian homeowners with reliable local companies to build long-term relationships. Our certified technicians offer consumers a proven track record of success as well as additional insurance coverage.
Bryant’s Warranty Coverage
Unlike a number of their competitor’s, Bryant doesn’t offer a sliding scale of warranty coverage to match the level of your investment. Instead, the brand opts to offer Canadian homeowners the same base level of coverage for all of their products. This includes a limited 10-year parts protection warranty.
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How to Replace Your Bryant Air Filter
Depending on your climate as well as the cleanliness of your home, you may have to replace your air filters frequently.
- Shut off your Bryant unit’s power
- Open the panel to gain access
- Locate your unit’s filter. Typically, these are found near or in the return air duct
- Remove the dirty air filter from its slot
- Clean the filter if it’s reusable, otherwise grab a new disposable air filter
- Replace the filter
- Close the access panel and turn the system’s power back on
