KFCEH2601C10 – HEAT KIT (10 KW, 81-0460-02, R410)

Carrier/Bryant KFCEH accessory electric heater package, 10 kW at 240V (7.5 kW at 208V), 208/230V single phase, with an internal circuit breaker. Carrier’s KFCEH instructions cover installation in FA, FB, FC, FE, FH, FK, FV, FX, FZ and PF fan coils. This is the earlier fan-coil generation – the KFFEH kits are the equivalents for Carrier’s current FJ4 / PF4MNX fan coils.

Specifications published by the manufacturer. Source: manufacturer documentation.

Specs

• BrandTUTCO
• Heating Capacity10 kW @ 240 V (7.5 kW @ 208 V)
• Voltage / Phase208/230 V / 1 Ph
• Internal ProtectionCircuit breaker
• CircuitsSingle circuit
• Heater Amps (208 / 240 V)36.2 / 40.0 A
• Minimum Ampacity (208 / 240 V)53.8 / 58.5 A
• Max Fuse or Breaker60 / 60 A
• Fits Fan CoilsCarrier/Bryant FA, FB, FC, FE, FH, FK, FV, FX, FZ, PF
• Fan Coil Sizes018-071
• Sold AsTUTCO-built kit, OEM equivalent

Cross-reference numbers

This part replaces the following OEM and aftermarket numbers:

• EHK10AKN
• WKF1002
• 700199
• KFCEH0901N10
• 81-0455-02
• KFCEH2601C10A
• EHK10AKB
• WKF1002B
• CE2601C10TS
• FC-2601C10LC
• FC-2601C10
• 81-0382-01
• 81-0460-02

Not sure if your number matches? Call (214) 340-9421 or bring the old part in — bench-testing is free.

Fits these models

• Carrier / Bryant FA, FB, FC fan coils
• Carrier / Bryant FE, FH, FK fan coils
• Carrier / Bryant FV, FX, FZ fan coils
• Carrier / Bryant PF series fan coils
• Approval is model-specific - check the heater table in the fan coil literature and the unit nameplate before ordering

How do I size a heat kit for my air handler?

Match the kW rating to your air handler's tonnage: - 10 kW -- fits 1.5, 2, or 2.5 ton air handlers - 15 kW -- fits 3, 3.5, or 4 ton air handlers - 20 kW -- fits 5 ton air handlers

Can I add electric heat to my heat pump system?

Yes -- heat pumps almost always use electric strips as backup ("auxiliary heat" or "emergency heat"). The thermostat energizes the strips when outdoor temps drop below balance point (typically 35-40 degrees F in DFW). Match the heat kit to your air handler model.

What does the suffix on the part number mean?

The suffix typically indicates breaker configuration: - BRK = factory breaker included - BR = breakerless (you provide the disconnect) - Other suffixes = circuit count, voltage taps, or thermostat compatibility

How long does an electric heat kit last?

20+ years typical for the kit itself; individual heating elements (sheath heaters) may fail in 8-15 years from cycling. Most kits have replaceable elements -- you don't have to replace the whole kit for one bad strip.

Why is my heat kit tripping the high-limit?

Restricted airflow is the #1 cause: clogged filter, dirty blower wheel, undersized return, closed-off supplies. The strips overheat when air doesn't move across them fast enough. Diagnose airflow before condemning the heat kit or limit switch.