New products turn up the heat for 2000: residential/light commercial products
Amana
Model: Air Command® 95 IIQ GUVA Footprint (in inches): 28 3/4 by 40 by 16 1/2 or 20 1/2 or 24. Serviceability features: Blinking diagnostic light, visible through viewpoint, alerts users and servicers to problems. Electrical connections for add-on cooling, electronic air cleaners, and humidifiers are standard. Technical support: Regional technical service managers; Amana tech-support phone line; training (Amana College of Business & Technology). Noise-reduction features: Furnace doors are completely sealed and furnace is fully insulated. Additional features: Multipositional installation capability; two-stage heating; variable-speed blower motor; dual certified for direct or nondirect venting. Contact: Amana Heating & Air Conditioning, Fayetteville, TN; attn: Beverly Childress, 931-438-2116;beverly.childress@amana.com (e-mail); www.amana-hac.com (website). Circle 54Armstrong
Model: Air Ease G1D91AU Ultra V Tech 90 Footprint (in inches): 28 1/2 by 17 1/2 to 24 1/2. Serviceability features: Honeywell "Blue Sentry" Enhanced Smart Valve II™ Control System features 11 status codes and reverse-polarity protection. Technical support: Service and installation information available via automatic FaxBack system, tech-support service call management system, and local DSR program. Field and factory classroom training is available. Noise-reduction features: Insulated blower compartment and burner enclosure. Additional features: All models achieve 91% AFUE. All fan timer boards are fuse protected. Contact: Armstrong Air Conditioning, Inc., Bellevue, OH; attn: Al Knight, 419-483-4840; aac-inc.com (website). Circle 55ClimateMaster
Model: Genesis GS residential/light commercial geothermal heat pump Footprint (in inches): 24 by 24. Serviceability features: Easy service access, solid-state control board with built-in diagnostic LEDs. Technical support: Complete technical service and training department available for onsite and phone support. Loop sizing support is available. Noise-reduction features: Fully insulated cabinet. Additional features: Availability in upflow, downflow, and horizontal configurations. Variable-speed blower motors, built-in auxiliary electric heater, and quick-connect water fittings are available. Contact: ClimateMaster, Oklahoma City, OK; attn: Van C. Bourn, 800-299-9747, ext. 345; vbourn@climatemaster.com (e-mail); www.climatemaster.com (website). Circle 56GMC
Model: PGJ048100-1 Footprint (in inches): 33 5/8 by 55 3/8 by 58 1/8. Serviceability features: Multiple access panels, diagnostic codes, LEDs. Technical support: Tech-support phone lines. Noise-reduction features: Yes; manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Gas-electric packaged air conditioning available in 2 through 5 tons; constant cfm over a wide range of static pressure conditions independent of duct systems. Contact: Goodman Manufacturing Co., L.P., Houston, TX; attn: Chuck Russ, 713-861-2500; russcharles@excite.com (e-mail); www.goodmanmfg.com (website). Circle 57Goodman
Model: PGJ048100-1 Footprint (in inches): 33 5/8 by 55 3/8 by 58 1/8. Serviceability features: Multiple access panels, diagnostic codes, LEDs. Technical support: Tech-support phone lines. Noise-reduction features: Yes; manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Gas-electric packaged air conditioning available in 2 through 5 tons; constant cfm over wide range of static pressure conditions independent of duct systems. Contact: Goodman Manufacturing Co., L.P., Houston, TX; attn: Chuck Russ, 713-861-2500; russcharles@excite.com (e-mail); www.goodmanmfg.com (website). Circle 58Janitrol
Model: PGJ048100-1 Footprint (in inches): 33 5/8 by 55 3/8 by 58 1/8. Serviceability features: Multiple access panels, diagnostic codes, LEDs. Technical support: Tech-support phone lines. Noise-reduction features: Yes; manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Gas-electric packaged air conditioning available in 2 through 5 tons; constant cfm over wide range of static pressure conditions independent of duct systems. Contact: Goodman Manufacturing Co., L.P., Houston, TX; attn: Chuck Russ, 713-861-2500; russcharles@excite.com (e-mail); www.goodmanmfg.com (website). Circle 60Mitsubishi
Model: PKGH24FK1 (heat pump) Footprint (in inches): 30 1/4 by 33 7/8. Serviceability features: Single-panel access to all electrical components; self-diagnostic LEDs. Technical support: Four technical representatives across the U.S. with toll-free numbers; online access to product catalog and service manuals; free training available through local distributors. Noise-reduction features: Manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Ductless heat pump unit with six-year compressor warranty, refrigerant charge for 100 feet, microprocessor controls, and zone control. Contact: Manufacturer did not specify. Circle 61Reznor
Model: CAUA Footprint (in inches): 50 by 50 maximum (38 by 34 for 10-MBtuh unit). Serviceability features: Large access panel doors. Technical support: Classroom training and technical support are available. Noise-reduction features: Vibration isolation available. Additional features: Model CAUA does the work of two "twinned" residential units, the company says. The unit is available with outside air intake and a separated combustion mixing box for combining inside and outside air turnover. Contact: Reznor, Memphis, TN; attn: Tom Clark, 800-695-1901; tom_clark@tnb.com (e-mail); www.ReznorOnLine.com (website). Circle 62Unico
Model: The Unico System Footprint (in inches): Manufacturer did not specify. Serviceability features: Manufacturer did not specify. Technical support: Tech-support phone line, tech representative, online access, training. Noise-reduction features: Yes; manufacturer did not specify. Additional features: Mini (2-in.-ID) supply ducts. Contact: Unico, Inc., St. Louis, MO; attn: Tom Taylor, 314-481-9000; tom@unicosystem.com (e-mail); www.unicosystem.com (website). Circle 63Additional 2000 Heating Showcase Sections
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