5.83 kWCarrier QSM Slim Line 5.83kW Ducted System
The 5.83kW Carrier QSM Slim Line Ducted (indoor 42QSM060D8S) is rated at 5.83kW cooling and sized for smaller homes, or zoning part of a larger one. As a guide it covers roughly 39 to 47m² of conditioned floor area, depending on zoning, insulation and ceiling height. It runs R32 refrigerant and carries Carrier’s 7 year residential parts and labour warranty. For more bedrooms or a larger floor plan, the 7.08kW is the next step up.
The Carrier QSM Slim Line 5.83kW uses 470 kWh annually for cooling and 859 kWh annually for heating under official GEMS test conditions for Sydney's climate zone. These figures reflect typical usage patterns and allow you to calculate running costs using current local electricity rates. The system achieves a cooling efficiency rating of 3.5 stars and a heating efficiency rating of 2.5 stars on the zoned label for Sydney.
The Carrier QSM Slim Line delivers a rated cooling efficiency (AEER) of 3.32 and heating efficiency (ACOP) of 3.98. It uses R32 refrigerant. For a precise running cost estimate based on your expected usage and current electricity rates, refer to the cost calculator on this page.
Source: Australian GEMS registry · median of 170 Sydney residential tariffs · Refreshed monthly · Last updated June 2026
Specifications
From the manufacturer’s published range data. We confirm the exact configuration when we quote.
About the Carrier QSM Slim Line Ducted range| Brand | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Model | 42QSM060D8S |
| Series | Carrier QSM Slim Line Ducted |
| System type | Ducted System |
| Capacity | 5.83 kW |
| Refrigerant | R32 |
| ESP (rated/max) | up to 50 / 160 Pa |
| Power supply | 220-240V single phase |
| Warranty | 7 year parts & labour (residential) |


