Twenty-four-hour-a-day exposure to Mother Nature requires a product that can take a little extra punishment. With air conditioners and heat pumps, that protection is especially important because the outdoor coil is one of the most vulnerable and one of the most important components for indoor comfort.

Carrier's 38CKG air conditioner and 38YCG heat pump both feature our innovative WeatherArmor grille for enhanced damage protection. This tough, durable grille helps prevent damage to the outdoor coil, allowing the unit to operate at its best for years. And, because the WeatherArmor grille is easy to see through, the coils in these units are easier to inspect and clean than competitive models that are protected with louvered metal coil guards. Carrier's WeatherArmor grille protects the outdoor coil from damage due to hail, rocks, blowing debris, vandalism, lawn care products, sporting equipment and more.

The key to WeatherArmor is the heavy-gauge wire with only 3/8" spacing between each vertical wire. This creates a very sturdy grid system, which protects the outdoor coil while allowing for maximum airflow into the unit. Proper airflow allows the compressor and fan motor to operate within design specifications and helps prolong the life of these vital components. The grille is covered with an attractive and durable coating that resists corrosion for years.

One of the keys to the reliability of any product is following a schedule of routine maintenance and cleaning. Because the coils are not totally enclosed, they are easier to inspect for damage or clogging. Routine cleaning is easier as well because the coil can usually be cleaned without taking the unit apart.

The 38CKG air conditioner and 38YCG heat pump also benefit from Carrier's superior reliability testing. Thoroughly tested during all phases of development - design, assembly and finished product - these units are battle-tested and ready to deliver exceptional indoor weather before they leave the factory.

Willis Carrier invented air conditioning nearly a century ago, and his company has continued in that tradition of innovation, leadership and meeting the needs of customers nationwide. Designed, built and backed by the world's original indoor comfort experts, the 38CKG air conditioner and the 38YCG heat pump are perfect for any installation where toughness and extra protection are required.