Goodman GSX140601 - User Manual

CONDENSING UNIT
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is a registered trademark of Maytag Corporaon or its related companies and is used under license. All rights reserved.
© 2005-2013, 2016-2021
Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P.
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www.goodmanmfg.com -or- www.amana-hac.com
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The following symbols and labels are used throughout
this manual to indicate immediate or potential safety
hazards. It is the owner’s and installer’s responsibility to
read and comply with all safety information and instructions
accompanying these symbols. Failure to heed safety
information increases the risk of personal injury, property
damage, and/or product damage.
WARNING
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WARNING
SHIPPING INSPECTION
Always keep the unit upright; laying the unit on its side
or top may cause equipment damage. Shipping damage,
and subsequent investigation is the responsibility of
the carrier. Verify the model number, specications,
electrical characteristics, and accessories are correct
prior to installation. The distributor or manufacturer will not
accept claims from dealers for transportation damage or
installation of incorrectly shipped units.
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This product is designed and manufactured to comply
with national codes. Installation in accordance with such
codes and/or prevailing local codes/regulations is the
responsibility of the installer. The manufacturer assumes
no responsibility for equipment installed in violation of any
codes or regulations. Rated performance is achieved after
20 hours of operation.
Rated performance is delivered at the specied airow.
See outdoor unit specication sheet for split system models
or product specication sheet for packaged and light
commercial models. Specication sheets can be found at
www.goodmanmfg.com for Goodman® brand products or
www.amana-hac.com for Amana® brand products. Within
either website, please select the residential or commercial
products menu and then select the submenu for the type
of product to be installed, such as air conditioners or heat
pumps, to access a list of product pages that each contain
links to that model’s specication sheet.
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Should you have any questions please contact the local
o󰀩ce of the EPA.
If replacing a condensing unit or air handler, the system
must be manufacturer approved and Air Conditioning,
Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) matched.
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Outdoor units are approved for operation above 55°F in
cooling mode. Operation below 55°F requires the use of
an approved low ambient kit. Note: LAKT01 Low ambient
kit cannot be used with outdoor units containing ECM
motors.
Damage to the unit caused by operating the unit in a
structure that is not complete (either as part of new
construction or renovation) is not covered under the
warranty.

Summary

Condensing Unit Installation and Service Reference

Important Safety Instructions

Crucial safety warnings and instructions for installation and servicing.

Installation Clearances and Safety Guidelines

Safe Refrigerant Handling Practices

Essential guidelines for safely handling refrigerants to prevent injury or death.

Refrigerant Line Preparation and Pressure Testing

Brazing Techniques and Line Protection

Standing Pressure Test Procedure

Recommended procedure for testing system pressure before evacuation.

System Evacuation and Electrical Connections

Nitrogen Pressure Safety and Leak Testing

System Evacuation Steps

Step-by-step guide for evacuating the system using a vacuum pump.

Electrical Connection Guidelines

System Charging and Charge Verification

Final Charge Adjustment Procedures

Verifying airflow/static pressure and conditions before charge adjustment.

Superheat and Subcooling Measurement Methods

Methods for checking unit operation and refrigerant charge levels.

Fixed Orifice System Charging

Fixed Orifice Charging Procedure

Procedure for charging fixed orifice systems using superheat.

Superheat Measurement and Table Usage

Expansion Valve (TXV) System Operation

TXV Charging via Subcooling Method

Charging TXV systems using the subcooling method.

TXV Charging via Superheat Method

Using superheat for adjustable TXVs in unique applications.

TXV Superheat Adjustment Guidance

Adjusting TXV superheat based on subcooling and superheat readings.

Troubleshooting Guide and Solutions

Identifying System Problems and Symptoms

Linking symptoms to possible causes for troubleshooting.

Diagnosing and Resolving Common Issues

Recommended test methods and corrective actions for common issues.

Routine Maintenance and Pre-Call Checks

Filter Replacement and Cleaning Importance

Pre-Call Troubleshooting Steps

Checks to perform before calling a servicer for assistance.

Comprehensive Start-Up Checklist

Electrical System Verification

Indoor and Outdoor Unit Measurements

Superheat, Subcooling, and Charge Data Recording

Goodman GSX140601 Specifications