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TRANE XR12 Central Air Conditioner
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The Trane XR12 is a split-system, outdoor cooling unit capable of reaching up to 13 SEER. This now-discontinued line consists of 12 units ranging from 1.5 to 5 tons, with cooling capacities between 18,000 and 60,000 BTU/H. At the time of manufacture this series was offered with both R410A and R22 refrigerant options; today, R22 has been banned by the Environmental Protection Agency for use in new units.
The XR12 is promoted by the manufacturer for its durable performance with full-side louvered panels finished with baked-on powder paint, corrosion-resistant WeatherGuard fasteners, and a torture-tested spine fin outdoor coil. Additional features include a Climatuff compressor and rust-resistant base pan.
Consumer Reviews of the TRANE XR12
Date created: 2011-10-10
Name: K Dutch
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Years owned: 7
Satisfaction Rating:
Very Satisfied
Review:
"Very Satisfied"
The York air conditioner that the builder had used gave out during some of the hottest days of that summer. I contacted a local contractor, who sells Trane, and never did any research - I just wanted cool air, again. The only time I had a concern was when the XR12 was only two years old. One day, the unit attempted to start, but all I heard was a hum and it quit. It attempted to start three more times over several minutes, but wouldn't. I had to run errands and I thought about how this "two-year old" unit was already quitting on me. When I returned home, I was prepared to call the contractor and tell them what a piece of junk the XR12 was, but before I did, I walked over to the unit to see if there were any buttons I could push to make it do anything. The first thing I noticed, as I approached the unit, was the stench of something that had died. I don't want to make anyone queasy with further details, but this unit has the capacity to "puree" a black snake - one that hvac presumably wrapped itself around the motor housing to keep warm and had temporarily restricted the fan blades from turning. The XR12 responded appropriately for a stopped fan and didn't start, thus preventing extensive damage to the unit. Suffice to say, Trane earned my respect. I now plan to replace my old York furnace and simultaneously purchase a new, matched A/C unit with greater efficiency than the XR12. I will strongly consider the line of equipment by Trane in this next purchase.
Other XR12 Reviews
Many of this unit’s reviews across the web express concern with troubleshooting issues. This model has several inquiries posted on sites such as doityourself.com and fixya.com. Component failure, repeated instances of the system freezing up, and general operational issues are among the most frequent problems. Several reviewers mention noisy operation and recurring problems with this unit, while others say they've generally had consistent performance from the XR12.
Contractors on these sites mention that Trane produces quality equipment, but poor installation and maintenance can lead to frequent system errors and failures. They advise having a certified Trane technician to install and perform regular service to this unit for optimal operation.
TRANE XR12 Model Numbers
The XR12 is available in different models which vary in efficiency and capacity.
| Model Number | SEER | BTUs per Hour |
| 2TTR2060B1 | 13 | 59,000 |
XR12 Warranty
The XR12 is equipped with a 10-year limited warranty on the compressor and outdoor coil. All remaining internal parts receive 5-year limited warranty coverage. Optional extended warranties for labor, refrigerant, and all other costs not covered by the manufacturer warranty also are available. Homeowners can contact their local dealer for extended warranty options.
