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Electrical Requirements

NOTES: 

Use copper conductors only.

All field wiring must be done in accordance with National 
Electrical Code, applicable requirements of UL and local 
codes where applicable.

Electrical wiring, disconnect means and overcurrent 
protection are to be supplied by the installer. Refer to the air 
handler rating plate for maximum overcurrent protection, 
minimum circuit ampacity, as well as operating voltage.

The power supply must be sized and protected according to 
the specifications supplied on the product.

This air handler is factory-configured for 240-volt, single 
phase, 60 cycles. For 208-volt applications, see “208-Volt 
Conversion” in the “Make Electrical Connections” section.

For optional electric heater applications, see “Accessories.” 
Refer to the instructions provided with the accessory for 
proper installation.

Ductwork Requirements

Install the conditioned air plenum, ducts and air filters (not 
provided) in accordance with NFPA 90B Standard for the 
Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning 
Systems (latest edition).

The air handler is provided with flanges for the connection of 
the plenum and ducts.

The air handler is equipped with flanges that can form a filter 
rack for the installation of the air filter, or the filter may be 
installed as part of the return air duct system.

Air filters must be listed as Class 2 furnace air filters.

Supply and return ductwork must be adequately sized to 
meet the system’s air requirements and static pressure 
capabilities. To ensure correct system performance, the 
ductwork is to be sized to accommodate 375 to 425 CFM per 
ton of cooling with the static pressure not to exceed 0.5" 
W.C. Ductwork should be insulated with a minimum of 1" 
(2.5 cm) thick insulation with a vapor barrier in conditioned 
areas or 2" (5.1 cm) minimum in unconditioned areas.

Supply plenum should be the same size as the flanged 
opening provided around the blower outlet and should 
extend ideally at least 36" (91.4 cm) from the air handler 
before turning or branching off plenum into duct runs. The 
plenum forms an extension of the blower housing and 
minimizes air expansion losses from the blower.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Inspect Shipment

These air handlers are completely factory assembled, and all 
components are performance tested. Each air handler consists of 
a blower assembly, refrigerant coil, and controls, in an insulated 
galvanized steel factory finished enclosure. Knockouts are 
provided for electrical wiring entrance.

Check the air handler rating plate to confirm specifications 
are as ordered.

Upon receipt of air handler, thoroughly inspect it for possible 
shipping damage. Closely examine the air handler inside the 
carton if the carton is damaged.

If damage is found, it should be noted on the carrier’s freight 
bill. Damage claims should be filed with the carrier 
immediately. Claims of shortages should be filed with the 
seller within 5 days.

NOTE: If any damages are discovered and reported to the carrier, 
do not install the air handler because your claim may be denied.

Return Air Filters

Each installation must include a return air filter. This filtering may 
be performed at the air handler or externally such as a return air 
filter grille. Air handlers mounted in the downflow orientation, 
including “B” series, require external filtering. A washable filter is 
available as an accessory. To ensure optimum performance, 
frequent filter cleaning is advised.

 

Goodman 31

WARNING

To avoid the risk of injury, electrical shock or death, the 
furnace must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or, in their absence, with the latest edition of the 
National Electric Code (NEC).

Goodman 39

Do not operate this product without all the ductwork
attached.

CAUTION

WVAHM 
WAHMS

WAHME

Filter 
Number

Quantity 
Required

1729

1824

N/A

FIL 18-32

1

3030

1931

3636

1830

FIL 36-42

1

3642

3743

4860

3036

3137

4260

FIL 48-61

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Summary of Contents for WAHME

Page 1: ... Heating Electric Heat Only 19 Heating Heat Pump 19 AIR HANDLER MAINTENANCE 19 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 20 Accessories 20 Whirlpool Models WAHMS WAHME WPIO 355B Goodman 1 Hazards or unsafe practices could result in property damage product damage severe personal injury or death Hazards or unsafe practices may result in property damage product damage personal injury or death WARNING CAUTION Goodman 9 H...

Page 2: ...he air handler cabinet conforms to 2 percent or less air leakage Goodman 34 WARNING To avoid property damage personal injury or death due to electrical shock this unit MUST have an uninterrupted unbroken electrical ground The electrical ground circuit may consist of an appropriately sized electrical wire connecting the ground lug in the unit control box to the building electrical service panel Oth...

Page 3: ...r plenum or be installed with a return air plenum under the air handler Louvers or return air grilles are field supplied Local codes may limit the application of systems without a duct return to single story buildings For an air handler installed in a closet with a louvered return opening the minimum open area for the louvers will be as shown below If the free area is not known assume a 25 free ar...

Page 4: ...should be the same size as the flanged opening provided around the blower outlet and should extend ideally at least 36 91 4 cm from the air handler before turning or branching off plenum into duct runs The plenum forms an extension of the blower housing and minimizes air expansion losses from the blower INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS InspectShipment These air handlers are completely factory assembled a...

Page 5: ...ary drain is clogged See Install Condensate Drain When an evaporator coil is installed in an attic or above a finished ceiling an auxiliary drain pan should be provided under the air handler as specified by most local building codes Suspended Cabinet Installation NOTE Air handlers cannot be installed horizontally lying on or suspended from either the front or back of the air handler It must be pos...

Page 6: ... channel bracket 11 To avoid possible condensate blow off the insulation retainers are to be laid into the evaporator coil pan as shown in the Evaporator Coil Pan illustration Evaporator Coil Pan To complete the conversion slide the evaporator coil into the chassis and attach the 3 access panels Evaporator Coil NOTE When the air handler is converted to the downflow position the coil may protrude a...

Page 7: ...al drain hole cover is required InstallCondensateDrain The air handler is provided with 1 9 cm NPT condensate drain connections A field fabricated secondary drain pan with a drainpipe to the outside of the building is required in all installations over a finished living space or in any area that may be damaged by overflow from the main drain pan In some localities local codes may require a seconda...

Page 8: ...it has the correct orifice installed 2 If a change of the orifice is required loosen the brass hex nut and separate the orifice extension stub from the brass hex fitting 3 Remove the orifice with an orifice extractor tool 4 Insert the proper orifice into the fitting seal end first Make sure the orifice is free to move in the fitting 5 Replace the brass hex nut NOTE Overtightening the brass hex nut...

Page 9: ... Heat trap or wet rags should be used to protect heat sensitive components such as service valves and TXV valves 1 Loosen the nut one turn only to allow high pressure tracer gas to escape No gas indicates a possible leak 2 After the gas has escaped remove the nut and discard the black or brass cap 3 Remove the check piston to verify it is correct and then replace the piston See the piston kit char...

Page 10: ...ature Rise tables to determine the temperature rise ºF ºC Temperature Rise Table ºF 230 1 60 Supply Voltage Goodman 34 WARNING To avoid property damage personal injury or death due to electrical shock this unit MUST have an uninterrupted unbroken electrical ground The electrical ground circuit may consist of an appropriately sized electrical wire connecting the ground lug in the unit control box t...

Page 11: ...4 32 0 48 8 9 1 200 8 13 3 13 10 6 17 8 3 20 6 7 27 2 8 40 4 4 53 11 7 59 15 1 400 7 13 9 11 11 7 14 10 17 8 3 23 5 34 1 1 46 7 8 51 10 6 1 600 6 14 4 10 12 2 13 10 6 15 9 4 20 6 7 30 1 1 40 4 4 44 6 7 1 800 6 14 4 9 12 8 11 11 7 13 10 6 18 7 8 27 2 8 36 2 2 39 3 9 2 000 5 15 8 13 3 10 12 2 12 11 1 16 8 9 24 4 4 32 0 35 1 7 CFM Heat Kit Nominal kW ºF ºC 3 16 1 5 15 6 14 4 8 13 3 10 12 2 15 9 4 20 ...

Page 12: ...se property damage personal injury or death Room Thermostat W Y G R R G W Y R To Condensing Unit 24V Connections 18 Gauge 2 Wires Blue White Green Red Unit 18 Gauge 4 Wires With Cooling 3 Wires Without Cooling Contactor Coil To Comfort Alert Module If Used W2 W Y G R R G Y W Room Thermostat 18 Gauge 4 Wire With Cooling 3 Wire Without Cooling Outdoor Thermostat Optional Unit Red Green White Brown B...

Page 13: ... ALL power before servicing Multiple power sources may be present Failure to do so may cause property damage personal injury or death C W2 O Y R R BR G W R Y W Y O C W2 G R E Heat Pump Conventional Room Thermostat 18 Gauge 7 Wire Unit Red Green White Blue BU 18 Gauge 5 Wire BU OR See Note 3 Outdoor Thermostat Optional Closed on Temperature Fall 18 Gauge 6 Wire Needed When Outdoor Thermostat Is Use...

Page 14: ...nnecting Y1 will result in 1st stage cooling blower speed and may cause the contactor to chatter NOTES 1 Outdoor Thermostat 1 OT 1 should be the first to close and the last to open 2 Jumper W1 and W2 together if OT 2 is not used 3 Remove this wire when using an outdoor thermostat 4 EHR Emergency heat relay optional 5 OT Outdoor thermostat optional Goodman 6 Long HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING Disconnect ALL...

Page 15: ...connect ALL power before servicing Multiple power sources may be present Failure to do so may cause property damage personal injury or death Y G W W2 R C W1 W2 Y2 Y1 O G R TB Y BU BU Y G R W Y BR BR BR Y Outdoor Thermostat Optional Close on Temperature Fall Condensing Unit 24V Connection Contactor Coil Room Thermostat ASPF Unit See Note 18 Gauge 5 Wire With Cooling 4 Wire Without Cooling To Comfor...

Page 16: ...l Goodman 6 Long HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING Disconnect ALL power before servicing Multiple power sources may be present Failure to do so may cause property damage personal injury or death G C R C W1 W2 Y2 Y1 O G R TB 18 Gauge 7 Wire O Y C W2 R Y O W2 E R G BU OR Y Y BU OR W BR W BU W W R BR R W G Y OR OR R OR Heat Pump Room Thermostat ASPF Unit 18 Gauge 5 Wire 18 Gauge 7 Wire Needed When 2 Outdoor Therm...

Page 17: ... instructions for system start up instructions and refrigerant charging instructions Pre Start Check Is the air handler properly located level secure and serviceable Has an auxiliary pan been provided under the air handler with a separate drain for the air handlers installed above a finished ceiling or in any installation where condensate overflow could cause damage Have all the webs been removed ...

Page 18: ...apacity WVAHM WAHMS Motor Motor Speed Adjustment The motors in all WVAHM and WAHMS motors are multi speed PSC motors The color of the wire coming from the motor to the COM terminal on the control board defines in which speed the motor will operate The black wire represents high speed the red wire represents low speed and the blue wire select models only represents medium speed To change speeds rem...

Page 19: ...uit R and G energizes the blower relay starting the indoor blower motor If the room temperature should continue to fall the circuit between R and W 1 is completed by the 2nd stage heat room thermostat Circuit R W 1 energizes a heat sequencer relay The completed circuit will energize supplemental electric heat if available Units with a second heat sequencer relay can be connected with the first seq...

Page 20: ...rive Jacksonville FL 32258 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence Accessories To order accessories contact your Whirlpool Home Cooling and Heating dealer WPIO 355B 2009 All rights reserved Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Manufactured under license by Tradewinds Distributing Company LLC Jacksonville Florida 8 09 Printed in U S A ...

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