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CODES AND REGULATIONS
General
The *PC & *PH series air conditioners and heat pumps are designed for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. This series is available in
cooling Capacities of 2, 2 ½, 3, 3 ½, 4 and 5 nominal tons of cooling. Optional field installed heat kits are available in
5,8,10,15 and 20 KW. The units can be easily installed in manufactured or modular homes with existing high-static duct
work. The units can also be easily converted to accommodate a plenum for normal or low-static applications. The *PC & *PH
series are self contained packaged units so the only connections needed for installation are the supply and return ducts, the
line and low voltage wiring and drain connection. Rated performance is achieved after 72 hours of operation. Rated
performance is delivered at the specified airflow. See outdoor unit specification sheet for split system models or product
specification sheet for packaged and light commercial models. Specification sheets can be found at www.goodmanmfg.com
for Goodman
®
brand products or www.amana-hac.com for Amana
®
brand products. Within either website, please select the
residential or commercial products menu and then select the submenu for the type of product to be installed, such as air
conditioners or heat pumps, to access a list of product pages that each contain links to that model’s specification sheet.
The information on the rating plate is in compliance with the FTC & DOE rating for single phase units. The three phase
units in this series are not covered under the DOE certified program. The efficiency ratings of these units are a product
of thermal efficiency determined under continuous operating conditions independent of any installed system.
EPA Regulations
IMPORTANT: THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) HAS ISSUED VARIOUS REGULATIONS
REGARDING THE INTRODUCTION AND DISPOSAL OF REFRIGERANTS IN THIS UNIT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
REGULATIONS MAY HARM THE ENVIRONMENT AND CAN LEAD TO THE IMPOSITION OF SUBSTANTIAL FINES. BECAUSE
REGULATIONS MAY VARY DUE TO PASSAGE OF NEW LAWS, WE SUGGEST A CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN PERFORM ANY WORK
DONE ON THIS UNIT. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL OFFICE OF THE EPA.
National Codes
This product is designed and manufactured to permit installation in accordance with National Codes. It is the installer’s
responsibility to install the product in accordance with National Codes and/or prevailing local codes and regulations.
MAJOR COMPONENTS
General
The unit includes a hermetically sealed refrigerating system (consisting of a compressor, condenser coil, evaporator coil
with flowrator), an indoor blower, a condenser fan and all necessary internal electrical wiring. The heat pump also
includes a reversing valve, solenoid, defrost thermostat and control and loss of charge protection. The system is factory-
evacuated, charged and performance tested. Refrigerant amount and type are indicated on rating plate.
INSTALLATION
Pre-Installation Checkpoints
Before attempting any installation, the following points should be considered:
• Structural strength of supporting members
• Clearances and provision for servicing
• Power supply and wiring
• Air duct connections
• Drain facilities and connections
• Location may be on any four sides of a home, manufactured or modular,
to minimize noise
Clearance
The unit is designed to be located outside the building with unobstructed
condenser air inlet and discharge. Additionally, the unit must be situated to
permit access for service and installation. Condenser air enters from three
sides. Air discharges upward from the top of the unit. Refrigerant gauge
connections are made on the right side of the unit as you face the compressor
compartment. Electrical connections can be made either on the right or left
sides of the unit. The best and most common application is for the unit to be
located 10” from wall (4” minimum) with the connection side facing the
wall. This “close to the wall” application minimizes exposed wiring.
Close to the wall application assures free, unobstructed air to the other two
sides. In more confined application spaces, such as corners provide a
minimum 10” clearance on all air inlet sides. Allow 18” minimum for service
access to the compressor compartment and controls. The top of the unit
should be completely unobstructed. If units are to be located under an
overhang, there should be a minimum of 36” clearance and provisions made
to deflect the warm discharge air out from the overhang.
FIGURE 1
36"
36"
10"
UNIT
WALL
36"
