In the Know - Everything about the R32 and Refrigerant Changes
Coming Soon!
We understand your need to stay current with the new refrigerant regulations and Department of Energy standards for your HVAC system. Our top manufacturers are diligently working to provide you with the latest compliant products. These products feature the use of R32 in compliance with the Montreal Protocol, and AIM Act to step down HFCS and reduce Global Warming in compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy.
Description
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Standard Features
- Integrated communicating ComfortBridge technology
- Two-stage gas valve provides quiet, economical heating
- Commissioning and diagnostics via onboard Bluetooth with the CoolCloud phone and tablet application
- Efficient and quiet variable-speed ECM circulator motor gently ramps up or down according to heating or cooling demand
- SureStart® Silicon Nitride igniter designed for long igniter life
- Self-diagnostic control board with constant memory fault code history output to a triple 7-segment display
- Low constant fan speed circulates air throughout the home
- Quiet, two-speed induced draft blower
- California Low NOX emissions compliant models available
- Can no longer be installed in Californias South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) on or after October 1, 2019
- AHRI Certified; ETL Listed
Cabinet Features
- Fully insulated, heavy-gauge steel cabinet with durable baked-enamel finish
- Multi-position installation: GMVC80 - upflow, horizontal left or right; GCVC80 - downflow, horizontal left or right
- Removable bottom for side- or bottom-return applications
- Convenient left or right connection for gas/electric service
- Cabinet air leakage ? 2%
- Coil and furnace fit flush for most installations
The shift to R32 refrigerants marks a significant change in the HVAC industry, particularly for furnaces, due to R32's superior environmental and energy-efficient properties. R32 refrigerants have a lower global warming potential (GWP) compared to traditional refrigerants like Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, which aims to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). Additionally, R32's enhanced efficiency and cooling capacity allow for the design of more compact and efficient furnace systems, providing consumers with advanced, eco-friendly, and cost-effective heating solutions. However, due to R32's mild flammability, safety measures are critical. Manufacturers are incorporating advanced leak detection systems, ensuring proper ventilation, and providing comprehensive training for HVAC professionals to handle R32 safely. This technological evolution in refrigerants underscores the industry's commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, benefiting both the environment and end-users. For more information on the environmental impact of refrigerants and related regulations, you can refer to the R32 refrigerants.
As part of our commitment to sustainability, Goodman Manufacturing supports initiatives like the hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and
