Goodman Mfg GDS8 manual

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  • Page 1

    GDS8 & GHS8 33-3/8" 80% Gas Furnace Unit s • Refer to Service Manual RS6610004 for installation, operation, and troubleshooting information. • All safety information must be followed as provided in the Service Manual. • Refer to the appropriate Parts Catalog for part number information. • Model numbers listed on page 3. RT6622011 S[...]

  • Page 2

    PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION 2 The model and manufacturing number are used for positive identification of component parts used in manufacturing. Please use these numbers when requesting service or parts information. Installation and repair of this unit should be performed ONLY by individuals meeting the requirements of an "entry level technician&qu[...]

  • Page 3

    3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION The model and manufacturing number are used for positive identification of component parts used in manufacturing. Please use these numbers when requesting service or parts information. * These models available in Low NOx The United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) has issued various regulations re- gardin[...]

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    4 PRODUCT DESIGN NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition. In Canada, the fur- naces must be vented in accordance with the National Stan- dard of Canada, CAN/CSA B149.1 and CAN/CSA B149.2 - latest editions and amendments. NOTE: The vertical height of the Category I venting system must be at least as great as the horizontal length of the venting system.[...]

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    5 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS MO D EL A B G H S 80 453 A XC* 14 1/ 2 " 1 2 1/ 2" GH S 80 7 04 B X C * 17 1 / 2 " 1 6" GH S 80 9 05 C X C * 21" 1 9 1/ 2" MO D EL A B G D S 80 453 A XC* G D S 80 703 A XC* GD S 80 9 04 B X C * 17 1 / 2 " 1 6" GD S 81 1 55 C X C * 21" 1 9 1/ 2" 14 1/ 2 " 1 2 1/ 2"[...]

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    6 PRODUCT DESIGN GHS8 For installations in Canada, the GHS furances are certified only to 4,500 ft. * Negative pressure readings are in inches of water column (*w.c.) Part Nu mber B1 3701 45 O p en S et t in g ( ° F ) 300 GHS 804 53A XC* 2 GHS 807 04B XC* 2 GHS 809 05C XC* 2 R O LL O U T L IMI T SW IT C H ES P art N u m b er 0130F00038 O p en Se t[...]

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    7 PRODUCT DESIGN GDS8 Part Nu mber B1 3701 45 O p en S et t in g ( ° F ) 300 GDS 804 53A XC* 2 GDS 807 03A XC* 2 GDS 809 04B XC* 2 GDS 811 55C XC* 2 R O LL O U T L IMI T SW IT C H ES M od e l P a r t N o . O pe ns * G DS804 53A X C * B13 70142 - 0. 60 G DS807 03A X C * B1 37158 - 0. 70 G DS809 04B X C * B13 70142 - 0.60 G DS811 55C X C * B1 37158 [...]

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    8 PRODUCT DESIGN Coil Matches: A large array of Amana ® brand coils are available for use with the GHS8 furnaces, in horizontal applications and for the GDS8 for downflow applications. These coils are available in both cased and uncased models (with the option of a field installed TXV expansion device). These 80% furnaces match up with the existin[...]

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    9 PRODUCT DESIGN Thermost at s: NOTE: Complete lineup of thermostats can be found in the Thermostat Specification Sheets. Filters: Filters are required with this furnace and must be provided by the installer. The filters used must comply with UL900 or CAN/ULCS111 standards. Installing this furnace without filters will void the unit warranty Upflow [...]

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    10 PRODUCT DESIGN Counterflow Filters "A" Min Return Air Opti onal Ac ce ss Door This furnace has provisions for the installation of return air filters at the counterflow top return. The furnace will accommodate the following filter sizes depending on cabinet size: Refer to Minimum Filter Area tables to determine filter area requirement. [...]

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    FURNACE SPECIFICA TIONS 11 Unit specifications are subject to change without notice. ALWAYS refer to the unit's serial plate for the most up-to-date general and electrical information. NOTES: * These furnaces are manufactured for natural gas operation. Optional Kits are available for conversion to propane gas operation . * For elevations above[...]

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    FURNACE SPECIFICA TIONS Unit specifications are subject to change without notice. ALWAYS refer to the unit's serial plate for the most up-to-date general and electrical information. NOTES: * These furnaces are manufactured for natural gas operation. Optional Kits are available for conversion to propane gas operation . * For elevations above 20[...]

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    13 BLOWER PERFORMANCE SPECIFICA TIONS GHS8 NOTES: • CFM in chart is without filter(s). Filters do not ship with this furnace, but must be provided by the installer. • All furnaces ship as high-speed cooling. Installer must adjust blower cooling speed as needed. • For most jobs, about 400 CFM per ton when cooling is desirable • INSTALLATION [...]

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    BLOWER PERFORMANCE SPECIFICA TIONS 14 GDS8 NOTES: • CFM in chart is without filter(s). Filters do not ship with this furnace, but must be provided by the installer. • All furnaces ship as hig-speed cooling. Installer must adjust blower cooling speed as needed. • For most jobs, about 400 CFM per ton when cooling is desirable • INSTALLATION I[...]

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    15 BLOWER PERFORMANCE SPECIFICA TIONS 30 40 50 60 70 80 9 0 11 0 12 0 100 13 0 14 0 15 0 10 0 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 OUTP UT BTU/H R x 10 00 BTU OUTPUT vs T EM PERATURE RISE CHART TEMPERAT URE RISE 600 C FM 700 900 1000 1100 1200 140 0 1600 1800 2000 220 0 240 0 C F M FORMULAS BTU OUT PUT = CFM x 1. 08 x RI SE RISE = BTU O UTP UT 1.0 8 ÷ CF M [...]

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    16 WIRING DIAGRAMS Wiring is subject to change, always refer to the wiring diagram on the unit for the most up-to-date wiring. HIGH VOL T A GE! DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICI NG OR INST A LLING THIS UNIT . M UL T IPL E POW ER SOUR CES MA Y BE P RESENT . F AILURE TO DO SO MA Y CAUS E PROP ERTY DAMAG E, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEA TH . G*S8 B O X[...]