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
For over 30 years, Goodman Manufacturing has been a trusted name in the HVAC industry, providing reliable, high-quality, and environmentally friendly indoor comfort solutions. Since 1982, Goodman has focused on designing, engineering, and assembling their products in the U.S.A., earning the loyalty of thousands of HVAC professionals across North America. Committed to quality and energy efficiency, Goodmans manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, ensuring top-notch production standards. Their extensive product line includes innovative features like dual-diameter gas furnace heat exchangers, condensing coils, ComfortNet control systems, and all-aluminum evaporator coils, catering to both residential and commercial needs. Trusted by experts, Goodman continues to invest in research and development to deliver cutting-edge HVAC solutions. Learn more at Goodman's website.
Standard Features
- Integrated communicating ComfortBridge Technology
- Commissioning and diagnostics via onboard Bluetooth with the CoolCloud phone and tablet application
- Heavy-duty aluminized-steel tubular heat exchanger
- Stainless-steel secondary heat exchanger
- Two-stage gas valve provides quiet, economical heating
- Durable Silicon Nitride igniter
- Quiet two-speed induced draft blower
- Compatible with any single-stage thermostat
- Self-diagnostic control board with constant memory fault code history output to a triple 7-segment display
- Color-coded low-voltage terminals with provisions for electronic air cleaner
- Efficient and quiet variable-speed airflow system gently ramps up or down according to heating or cooling demand
- Multiple continuous fan speed options offer quiet air circulation
- Auto-Comfort and enhanced dehumidification modes available
- All models comply with California 40 ng/J Low NOx emissions standard
- 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
- Designed for multi-position installation: GMVC96: upflow, horizontal left or right; GCVC96: downflow, 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
- Convenient left or right connection for gas and electrical service
- Cabinet air leakage (QLeak) ? 2%
- Heavy-gauge steel cabinet with durable baked-enamel 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 R410A, aligning with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This transition supports compliance with stringent environmental regulations, such as the 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 Montreal Protocol and detailed insights on R32 refrigerants.
As part of our commitment to sustainability, Goodman Manufacturing supports initiatives like the Montreal Protocol and the AIM Act, aiming to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and hydrofluorocarbon blends (HFCFs). In anticipation of regulatory changes, Goodman is transitioning to SEER2 standards and preparing for the 2025 refrigerant stepdown, ensuring our products meet future environmental requirements without compromising affordability or performance. We understand the importance of offering environmentally friendly HVAC solutions that align with current and upcoming regulations.
We understand the need for more information in this critical transition as manufacturers rush to comply with the new regulatory changes. We are diligently working on getting you the most up-to-date specifications and features of these new products. Please know that the information on these pages is subject to change without notice as more information becomes available.
