Blueridge / XM0 Basic
Blueridge XM0 Basic 36k R-32 208/230V 4-Zone Mini-Split
The Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 36k gives four heads a larger 36,000 BTU budget on one 208/230V R-32 outdoor unit. Certified nominal SEER2 is 17, EER2 11.6, HSPF2 8.5 - economy-tier efficiency.
Heating falls off with temperature but holds reasonably: 36,000 BTU at 47F, 29,000 at 17F, and 28,000 at 5F. It is ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated.
Sold through dealer quote; DIY-marketed, but flared connections require professional vacuum and startup.
Refrigerant generation
R-32 - current-generation refrigerant
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- Aug 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
7.4 / 10
(17.0 SEER2) among 36k systems
(8.5 HSPF2) among 36k systems
(77.8% heat retained at 5F; 5 F heating floor) among 36k systems
(5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(5 verified features) across the catalogue
(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
Buyer review snapshot
Best for / skip if
Best for
- 4-zone projects in the 36k outdoor capacity class.
Skip if
- Top-efficiency cooling is the priority; SEER2 is 17.
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 26.5 A; breaker/fuse 30 A.
- Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 131 ft; max 262.46 ft.
- 4-zone condenser; indoor-head matching and branch layout are part of the job.
Alternatives
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Extreme Series 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-36Z-HH-M5C)
9.2 score / 36k / SEER2 23 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $4,459.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Standard Series 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ES-36Z-M5C)
8.8 score / 36k / SEER2 24 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $2,499.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
- GREE Free Match 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (MUL36HP230V1R32AO)
8.6 score / 36k / SEER2 21 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $5,075.00, checked Jul 28, 2026
Availability and price context
We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-08-29.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Aug 29, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 29, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 5
- Newest source retrieved
- Aug 29, 2026
Warranty tiers
Warranty: 5 years parts and 7 years compressor as standard.
Model context
- Install path
- This is professional-install equipment; no verified current retail offer is attached.
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified, ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-32. Minimum heating ambient: 5 F.
Strengths
- More cooling capacity per zone than the 30k four-zone.
- Low-GWP R-32, ENERGY STAR certified.
- AHRI cold-climate designated.
- Still delivers 28,000 BTU of heat down at 5F.
Weaknesses
- SEER2 17 is honestly low efficiency.
- Heating falls off from the 47F rating as it cools.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- 5 F[1]
- Rated heating at 5F
- 28,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 29,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Blueridge
- Brand
- Blueridge
- Product line
- XM0 Basic
- Model number
- BXM0Z36SC0
- Indoor unit model
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor unit model
- BXM0Z36SC0
- Number of zones
- 4
- Max indoor units
- 4 units[1]
- Rated cooling capacity
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 26.5 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 30 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 17 SEER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- EER2
- 11.6 EER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 8.5 HSPF2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- Certified per indoor-unit combination, not per outdoor unit
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 1.8 COPNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- 5 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- 5 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 118 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor noise rating
- not published
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- 158.7 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-32[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- (4) 1/4 in liquid / (4) 3/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 262.46 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Maximum elevation difference
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 218471016Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Warranty
- Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). 5-year parts, 7-year compressor warranty.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-08-29.
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public detail 218471016, ENERGY STAR exact row 218471016, Blueridge XM0 Basic installation/user manual listed for BXM0Z36SC0, Blueridge XM0 Basic official product/category evidence for BXM0Z36SC0, HVACDirect exact-offer audit for BXM0Z36SC0, Blueridge BXM0Z36SC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Specification sheet
- Blueridge BXM0Z36SC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Last sourced date
- Aug 29, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- (4) 1/4 in[1]
- Suction line
- (4) 3/8 in[1]
- Line connection type
- Flared line connections[1]
- Precharged length
- 131 ft[1]
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 262.46 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor dimensions
- 40.16 x 32.52 x 16.81 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- 158.7 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z36SC0) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z36SC0) is built for professional installation: the line set must be flared, evacuated, and charged, which requires EPA-certified refrigerant handling. Installing it outside the manufacturer's requirements can void the warranty, so budget for a qualified HVAC installer.
- Will the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z36SC0) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The manufacturer publishes 28,000 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to 5 F. Certified heating efficiency is 8.5 HSPF2. Match those numbers against your climate's design temperature - in cold regions, output at 5F matters far more than the nameplate capacity measured at 47F.
- What electrical circuit does the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z36SC0) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 26.5 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 30 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
- How far can the outdoor unit be from the indoor head?
- The published maximum line-set length is 262.46 ft, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 131 ft. Longer runs than the included set allows typically mean added refrigerant and a pro visit, so measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z36SC0) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.
Data sources
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- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers brand.dealer_installation_policy, Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase and more
- AHRI certificate #218471016 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more
- ENERGY STAR record for AHRI #218471016 - search ENERGY STARSourced - Energy Star listing
Covers performance_spec.energy_star_cold_climate, Energy Star status
- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers system.diy_status, system.installation_type, system.sales_intent
- Alpine Home Air Products: Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus official product/category evidence for BXM3A36UC0Sourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Standard compressor warranty, Standard warranty conditions, Standard parts warranty
Last updated
Jul 29, 2026