ClimateMaster

Model: Genesis GR commercial water-source heat pump Footprint (in inches): 21 by 52 for horizontal units, 24 by 24 for vertical units. Serviceability features: Easy service access; solid-state control board with built-in diagnostic LEDs. Technical support: Technical service and training department available for onsite and phone support. Noise-reduction features: Isolated compressor mounting rails with a spring system, called "ClimaQuiet" system. Additional features: Availability of sizes; built-in, factory-installed water-control valve option; electronic condensate overflow protection; two-speed fan control option; easy service access; factory-installed hanger brackets on horizontal units; water connections anchored (no back-up wrench required); internally trapped condensate drain on vertical units, inlet rings for easy removal of blower motor or wheel. Contact: ClimateMaster, Oklahoma City, OK; attn: Van C. Bourn, 800-299-9747; vbourn@climatemaster.com (e-mail); www.climatemaster.com (website). Circle 64

Coleman

Model: P*HUE30N13006 Footprint (in inches): 32 1/4 by 28 1/2. Serviceability features: Self-diagnostics with fault codes; in-line fuse. Technical support: Modular training program. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Compact size, horizontal capacity, slide-out blower assembly, belt-drive blower. Contact: York International - Unitary Products Group, Norman, OK; attn: David Trautman, 405-419-6536; david.trautman@york.com (e-mail); www.york.com (website). Circle 65

Comfortmaker

Model: PGME three-phase package gas-electric furnace Footprint (in inches): 32 1/2 to 36, by 47 3/8, by 47 3/8 to 73. Serviceability features: Externally mounted gauge ports make it easy to obtain accurate pressure readings, the company says; all electric and gas controls are located behind a single exterior panel to give service technicians easy access; quick-access internal air filters. Technical support: Technical service advisor on staff at local distributor is available for technical, troubleshooting assistance. Technical training available at the manufacturer's National Training Center at La Vergne, TN, and at field schools held in participating distributor locations. Noise-reduction features: The units are built with scroll compressors. Additional features: The convertible package gas-electric units' convertible design allows them to be installed in horizontal or downflow applications. Unit is shipped in horizontal position and can be converted to downflow. The unit will operate at the same rated external static pressure in the downshot or horizontal duct position. Contact: International Comfort Products, Nashville, TN; attn: John Mott, 800-315-4370; john.mott@mottpr.com (e-mail); www.comfortmaker.com (website). Circle 66

International Comfort Products

Model: PGB three-phase package gas-electric furnace Footprint (in inches): 36 by 47 3/8 by 73. Serviceability features: Externally mounted gauge ports make it easy to obtain accurate pressure readings, the company says; all electric and gas controls are located behind a single exterior panel to give service technicians easy access; quick-access internal air filters. Technical support: Technical service advisor on staff at local distributor is available for technical, troubleshooting assistance. Technical training available at the manufacturer's National Training Center at La Vergne, TN, and at field schools held in participating distributor locations. Noise-reduction features: The 4 and 5 ton units are built with scroll compressors. Additional features: Convertible supply and return openings provide flexibility for installation at ground level or on a rooftop. Thermal expansion valves provide accurate metering and quick response to changes in the conditioned space. High- and low-pressure switches provide system protection for extreme cooling operating conditions. Unit is shipped in horizontal position and can be converted to downflow. The unit will operate at the same rated external static pressure in the downshot or horizontal duct position. PGB Series units are prewired for quick economizer installation. Contact: International Comfort Products, Nashville, TN; attn: John Mott, 800-315-4370; john.mott@mottpr.com (e-mail); www.icpcommercial.com (website). Circle 67

Kelvinator

Model: R4GM package gas-electric unit Footprint (in inches): 96 by 52. Serviceability features: Quick-release filter access panels; high/low service ports. Technical support: Phone line for answers to technical questions, in-field training, regional managers. Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated bottom pan. Additional features: Lifting lugs for installation, convertible air delivery, two-stage heating and cooling, fits most rooftop applications. The unit also has a 10-year heat exchanger warranty. Contact: Nordyne Corp., O'Fallon, MO; attn: Becky Wright, 636-561-7526; wrightb@nordyne.com (e-mail); www.nordyne.com (website). Circle 68

Lennox

Model: L Series Footprint (in inches): Manufacturer did not specify. Serviceability features: Integrated modular control board with more than 75 diagnostic codes; slide-out blower deck; hinged access panels; isolated compressor compartment; thermal expansion valves with removable element; slab condenser coils. Technical support: Tech-support phone line. Noise-reduction features: Equipment is insulated, compressors on larger models are mounted on a deck which provides improved sound attenuation. Additional features: Factory-installed options include smoke detectors, stainless steel heat exchangers, ddc options, and gear-driven economizers. A standard microprocessor board has specialized control features, including the ability to provide four stages of cooling control, four economizer control options, optional dehumidification strategy on gas-electric units, fresh air tempering to prevent cold air from being dumped into the space in milder weather, demand-control ventilation with the use of a CO₂ sensor to detect occupancy in the space. Contact: www.lennox.com (website). Circle 69

Luxaire

Model: P*HUE30N13006 Footprint (in inches): 32 1/4 by 28 1/2. Serviceability features: Self-diagnostics with fault codes, in-line fuse. Technical support: Modular training program. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Compact size, horizontal capacity, slide-out blower assembly, belt-drive blower. Contact: York International - Unitary Products Group, Norman, OK; attn: David Trautman, 405-419-6536; david.trautman@york.com (e-mail); www.york.com (website). Circle 70

Marley

Model: NEMA 4X slope-top heater Footprint (in inches): Varies depending on unit. Serviceability features: Manufacturer did not specify. Technical support: Manufacturer did not specify. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Electric slope-top heater meets NEMA 4X requirements for washdown and corrosive applications. Contact: Marley Engineered Products, Bennettsville, SC; attn Colin O'Connell, 843-479-4006; coconnell@marleymeh.com (e-mail); www.marleymeh.com (website). Circle 71

Marvair

Model: Scholar II VAI Footprint (in inches): 48 by 29. Serviceability features: Serviceable from inside the building through multiple panels. Technical support: 24 hrs/day, seven days/week warranty service, plus field service technical support. Noise-reduction features: Adjustable fan speed control and sound-attenuation panel. Additional features: While mostly made for schools, this unit is capable of meeting IAQ requirements through this unitary package and meets ASHRAE Standard 62-89. It also has an integral energy recovery wheel and dehumidification circuit. Contact: Marvair, Cordele, GA; attn: Bill Wilson, 912-273-3636; bwilson@airxcel.com (e-mail); www.marvair.com (website). Circle 72

Modine

Model: LM/HM (low-intensity, gas-fired infrared model) Footprint (in inches): Burner and tube systems, 156 to 876. Serviceability features: Burner flame sight glass, external indicator light - both ease troubleshooting from the floor level; LED on combination gas valve-ignition controller. Technical support: Annual product and service training, toll-free service number. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Controls located in enclosed, water-resistant compartment, allowing certified indoor or outdoor installations. Certified for vented or nonvented operation; hot surface ignition with separate flame sensor; first heat exchanger tube is titanium-aluminized steel; and stainless steel tube clamps are applied on units with 15,000-Btuh input and higher. Contact: Modine Manufacturing Co., Racine, WI; 800-828-4328; HVAC&R@modine.com (e-mail); www.modine.com (website). Circle 73

Philco

Model: R4GM package gas-electric unit Footprint (in inches): 96 by 52. Serviceability features: Quick-release filter access panels, high/low service ports. Technical support: Phone line for answers to technical questions, in-field training, regional managers. Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated bottom pan. Additional features: Lifting lugs for installation, convertible air delivery, two-stage heating and cooling, fits most rooftop applications. The unit has a 10-year heat exchanger warranty. Contact: Nordyne Corp., O'Fallon, MO; attn: Becky Wright, 636-561-7526; wrightb@nordyne.com (e-mail); www.nordyne.com (website). Circle 74

Reznor

Model: WS Footprint (in inches): Wall or ceiling mounted. Serviceability features: Large access panel doors. Technical support: Classroom training and technical support are available. Noise-reduction features: Fan mounted with anti-vibration screws. Fan can be set on high speed or low speed. Additional features: Unit can be installed in vertical or horizontal configurations. Contact: Reznor, Memphis, TN; attn: Tom Clark, 800-695-1901; tom_clark@tnb.com (e-mail); www.ReznorOnLine.com (website). Circle 75

Rheem

Model: RKKB-A090 CL15E Footprint (in inches): 90 by 55. Serviceability features: Hinged access panels; large control panel; front-access, slide-out blower assembly; "no-tool" filter access. Technical support: Technical support is available by phone and online through local distributor. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Two-stage cooling and heating, twin scroll compressors, and belt-drive blowers. Contact: Rheem Manufacturing Air Conditioning Division, Fort Smith, AR; attn: Shannon D. Ware, 501-646-4311; sware@mailrheemote.com (e-mail); www.rheemac.com (website). Circle 76

Tempstar

Model: PGAD three-phase package gas-electric furnace Footprint (in inches): 32 1/2 to 36, by 47 3/8, by 47 3/8 to 73. Serviceability features: Externally mounted gauge ports make it easy to obtain accurate pressure readings, the company says; all electrical and gas controls are located behind a single exterior panel to give service technicians easy access; quick-access internal air filters. Technical support: Technical service advisor on staff at local distributor is available for technical assistance, troubleshooting. Technical training also is available at the company¿s National Training Center at La Vergne, TN, and at field schools held in participating distributor locations. Noise-reduction features: The units are built with scroll compressors. Additional features: The Series employs a scroll compressor and thermal expansion valve-metering device to achieve 12-SEER cooling. An induced-draft combustion system and aluminized tubular heat exchangers give the units an 80%-plus AFUE gas heating rating. Unit is shipped in horizontal position and can be converted to downflow. The unit will operate a the same rated external static pressure in the downshot or horizontal duct positions, the company says. The units are prewired for slide-in economizer installation. Contact: International Comfort Products, Nashville, TN; attn: John Mott, 800-315-4370; john.mott@mottpr.com (e-mail); www.tempstar.com (website). Circle 77

York

Model: P*HUE30N13006 Footprint (in inches): 32 1/4 by 28 1/2. Serviceability features: Self-diagnostics with fault codes; in-line fuse. Technical support: Modular training program. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Compact size, horizontal capacity, slide-out blower assembly, belt-drive blower. Contact: York International - Unitary Products Group, Norman, OK; attn: David Trautman, 405-419-6536; david.trautman@york.com (e-mail); www.york.com (website). Circle 78

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