New 2025 Compliant Product!
This product features 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
- Heavy-duty stainless-steel tubular heat exchanger
- Stainless-steel secondary heat exchanger
- Single-stage gas valve
- Durable Silicon Nitride igniter
- Quiet multi-speed induced draft blower
- Self-diagnostic control board with constant memory fault code history output to a LED
- Eligible for installation in California’s South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVUAPCD). This furnace complies with the 14 ng/J NOx emission limit in SCAQMD Rule 1111 and SJVUAPCD Rule 4905.
- AHRI Certified; ETL Listed
Cabinet Features
- Designed for multi-position installation — GM9S96: upflow, horizontal left or right
- Certified for direct vent (2-pipe) or non-direct vent (1-pipe)
- Easy-to-install top venting with optional side venting — GM9S96/upflow models only
- Convenient left or right connection for gas and electrical service
- Cabinet air leakage (QLeak) ≤ 1.4%
- Heavy-gauge steel cabinet with durable finish
- Fully insulated heat exchanger and blower section
- Airtight solid bottom or side return with easy-cut tabs for effortless removal in bottom air-inlet applications
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
