Your openings match up but double check the cabinet surroundings. Over time equipment coils have gotten larger for better efficiency and cabinet dimensions have changed.
| Match | Bard 24WH2 | Bard 18WA1 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit width | 32.25" | 32.25" | 0" |
| Unit depth | 13.5" | 13.5" | 0" |
| Supply Air | 20" x 8" | 20" x 8" | 0" |
| Return Air | 20" x 12" | 20" x 12" | 0" |
| Distance from the top to Supply | 1.375" | 1.375" | 0" |
| Distance between Supply and Return | 20.5" | 20.5" | 0" |
| Mismatch | Bard 24WH2 | Bard 18WA1 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit height | 69.375" | 67.5" | -1.875" |
| Unit weight | 325 lbs | 310 lbs | -15 lbs |
| Distance from Return to bottom | 27.5" | 25.625" | -1.875" |