Panasonic CU-XZ24AKUAC ClimaPure XZ Series 24,000 BTU Outdoor Unit

Product Description

The Panasonic ClimaPure XZ Series CU-XZ24AKUAC is the outdoor unit for the XZ24AKUA single-zone ductless heating and air conditioning system. It pairs with the indoor unit and provides 24,000 BTU/h rated cooling capacity and 28,800 BTU/h rated heating capacity.

Designed for efficient year-round comfort, the CU-XZ24AKUAC uses inverter-driven compressor technology, R32 refrigerant, and supports cold-climate heating operation down to -15°F (-26°C). The system also features ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Certification and a built-in base pan heater for cold-weather operation.

Key Features

• 24,000 BTU Cooling Capacity: Provides 24,000 BTU/h rated cooling with an operating range of 6,100–27,200 BTU/h.
• 28,800 BTU Heating Capacity: Provides 28,800 BTU/h rated heating with an operating range of 6,800–37,200 BTU/h.
• Cold Climate Heating: Designed for heating operation down to -15°F (-26°C).
• Inverter-Driven Compressor: Uses an inverter-driven hermetic rotary compressor with a brushless 6-pole motor.
• R32 Refrigerant: Uses R32 refrigerant for reduced ozone impact.
• Base Pan Heater: Included to support reliable cold-climate operation.
• ENERGY STAR® Certified: The XZ24AKUA system is ENERGY STAR® Cold Climate Certified.
• High-Efficiency Operation: Provides a SEER2 rating of 20.50 and EER2 rating of 11.75.
• Variable Capacity: Inverter technology allows the system to modulate capacity according to heating and cooling demand.

Specifications

• Model: CU-XZ24AKUAC
• Series: ClimaPure XZ Series
• System SKU: XZ24AKUA
• Compatible Indoor Unit: CS-XZ24AKUAW
• Application: Single-Zone Ductless Heating and Air Conditioning
• Cooling Capacity: 24,000 BTU/h / 7.02 kW
• Cooling Capacity Range: 6,100–27,200 BTU/h
• Heating Capacity: 28,800 BTU/h / 8.46 kW
• Heating Capacity Range: 6,800–37,200 BTU/h
• Heating Capacity at 17°F: 25,200 BTU/h
• Maximum Heating Capacity at 5°F: 20,400 BTU/h
• SEER2: 20.50
• EER2: 11.75
• HSPF2 Region 4: 11.00
• HSPF2 Region 5: 8.30
• COP: 3.38
• Refrigerant: R32

Compressor Specifications

• Compressor Type: Inverter-driven hermetic rotary
• Motor Type: Brushless, 6-pole
• Compressor Output: 1,500 W
• Cooling Power Input – Min/Rated/Max: 0.44 / 2.04 / 2.45 kW
• Heating Power Input – Min/Rated/Max: 0.40 / 2.50 / 3.00 kW

Electrical Specifications

• Power Supply: 208–230V / 1 Phase / 60Hz
• Maximum Current: 13.6 A
• Maximum Input Power: 3,130 W
• Starting Current: 12.30 A
• Cooling Current at 208V: 10.00 A
• Cooling Current at 230V: 9.10 A
• Heating Current at 208V: 12.30 A
• Heating Current at 230V: 11.10 A

Outdoor Unit Dimensions & Weight

• Height: 31-5/16 in (795 mm)
• Width: 34-15/32 in (875 mm)
• Depth: 12-5/8 in (320 mm)
• Weight: 110 lb (50 kg)

Noise Levels

• Outdoor Cooling Noise: 53 dB-A
• Outdoor Cooling Power Level: 67 dB
• Outdoor Heating Noise: 54 dB-A
• Outdoor Heating Power Level: 68 dB

Cold Climate Performance

• Heating Operation: Down to -15°F (-26°C)
• Heating Capacity at 17°F: 25,200 BTU/h
• Maximum Heating Capacity at 5°F: 20,400 BTU/h
• Base Pan Heater: Included