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Old 06-28-2025, 06:32 AM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
Apparently, you know more about HVAC warranties than Carrier does. I asked them the question, and here was their reply:

"That’s a great question—whether or not adding a soft start device affects the warranty can depend on a few installation-specific factors. Because of this, we recommend discussing it directly with a licensed dealer or installer. They’ll be able to evaluate your system setup and confirm what’s permitted under warranty guidelines."

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This is a grey area so better safe than sorry. If under warranty I would get a pre approval and then schedule a routine inspection by a tech so that proper operation could be documented.
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