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Optional Accessories
10
Features
- Advanced Heat Exchanger Design
- The GCES96 furnace employs a reliable heavy-duty tubular heat exchanger design. Aluminized steel is used in construction for incredibly efficient heat transfer and wrinkle-bend technology for extraordinary durability.
- Secondary Heat Exchanger
- This furnace produces additional heat by directing combustion gases through a secondary heat exchanger before they are vented. The secondary heat exchanger is made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel and it is sloped to prevent condensate build-up.
- Multi-Speed ECM Motor
- The GCES96's energy efficient blower motor uses the lowest speed it can to deliver precise temperature control for your home while keeping utility bills to a minimum.
- Quiet Comfort
- Goodman takes great pride in producing equipment that doesn't disrupt your home. The blower and gas valve of the GCES96 were selected for their incredibly low sound levels.
- Self-Diagnostic Control Board
- The GCES96 continuously monitors the system to ensure reliable operation, stores the last diagnostic codes in memory, and a flashing LED indicates condition for quick troubleshooting.
- Secure Cabinet
- All GCES96 furnaces are protected by a durable steel cabinet rated for less than 2% air leakage. The heat exchanger section is lined with foil-insulation to prevent heat loss and the return side of the cabinet is solid and airtight.
- Extended Warranty
- Goodman offers a 10-year limited unit replacement and parts warranty when you register your product online within 60 days of installation. An unregistered product has the standard 5-year warranty. See the "Manuals" tab for more information.
Goodman's GCES96 furnaces feature high-quality construction and efficient operation at a great value. The GCES96 multi-speed furnace uses a pair of steel heat exchangers to convert 96% of the energy used into comfort, Goodman's highest mark for a single-stage furnace. Instead of a standard multi-speed blower motor, the GCES96 utilizes an ECM motor, which uses less power and provides smarter circulation. The value doesn't end at efficiency, the GCES96 features many different connection options to reduce installation time and a self-diagnosing control board to expedite maintenance. If you're looking to cut your energy bills and improve your comfort without breaking the bank, your search stops with the GCES96.
Product Note
NOTE: This model has been temporarily suspended from production.
California residents see
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
GCES960403BN
General Information
Type
Gas Furnace
Product Line
GCES96
Fuel Type
Fuel Type
To create heat, some form of fuel is required. Fuel Type specifies what the product uses as an input to create heat.
Natural Gas
Vent Type
Vent Type
Products that use combustion (burning) of fuel to create heat also create potentially dangerous gasses that need to be exhausted (AKA "Vented"). Depending on the product, venting can be done via a chimney, through a side wall, or use a second vent to provide fresh air to the appliance.
Direct Vent
Modulating/Staging
Modulating/Staging
Stages are unique speeds or levels that equipment can operate at. More stages allow for better fine-tuned control of output, which improves comfort and efficiency. Modulating equipment can operate across a range of levels, giving the highest level of fine-tuned control. Learn More
Single Stage
Blower Motor Type
ECM Multi-Speed
Configuration
Configuration
Orientation describes the direction that air will flow through a piece of equipment. (e.g. air will flow horizontally through a "Horizontal" unit heater.) Most equipment will only function properly if installed in the proper orientation.
Downflow/Horizontal
Gas Conversion Kit
Available
DOE Regional Compliance
DOE Regional Compliance
In 2015, the US Department of Energy broke the country into three regions - North, Southeast, and Southwest - and set legal standards for energy efficiency within each region. Learn More
Nationwide (Except CA)
Installation Available
Yes
UPC
663051590526
Additional Model Numbers
GCES960403BN, GCES960403BN
Performance
AFUE
AFUE
AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) measures the efficiency of combustion equipment over the entire heating season, and is calculated by dividing the amount of energy that is actually heating your home by the total energy contained in the fuel used by the boiler/furnace. Learn More
96 %
Heating BTU
40000
High Fire Input
40000 BTU
High Fire Output
38440 BTU
Maximum Air Flow
1200 CFM
Ultra Low NOx Emissions
Ultra Low NOx Emissions
NOx is a byproduct of the combustion process, and it's output is regulated in some jurisdictions. Many regulators mirror SCAQMD rules, which regulate air quality for some parts of Southern California. Ultra Low NOx appliances emit less than 10-14 ng/J (nanogram per Joule) of NOx. Learn More
No
Low NOx Emissions
Low NOx Emissions
NOx is a byproduct of the combustion process, and it's output is regulated in some jurisdictions. Many regulators mirror SCAQMD rules, which regulate air quality for some parts of Southern California. Low NOx appliances emit less than 40 ng/J (nanogram per Joule) of NOx. Learn More
Yes
Electrical Data
Voltage
115 Volts
Phase
1
Frequency
60 Hz
Minimum Circuit Ampacity
10.3 Amps
Recommended Breaker Size
15 Amps
Dimensions
Flue Connection Size
3 Inches
Cabinet Width
17 1/2 Inches
Product Height
34 1/2 Inches
Product Width
17 1/2 Inches
Product Depth
29 Inches
Product Weight
113 Pounds
Shipping Weight
113 Pounds
Certifications
ETL Listed
Yes
AHRI Certified
Yes
ISO Certified
Yes
AHRI Reference Number
203400986
Warranty Information
Parts Warranty
Parts Warranty
A warranty is a safeguard from defects in manufacturing and can vary in length and terms. Some manufacturers require registration for extended warranty benefits, be sure to check out features and the warranty document. To see the manufacturer's warranty statement, click on the Manuals tab. Learn More
10 Years
Heat Exchanger Warranty
Lifetime Years
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