When summer hits and the temperature gauge starts to skyrocket, the last thing any family wants is an unreliable heat pump, or one that will send their electrical bill skyrocketing just as high as the temperature. In the winter, that same family needs the sort of heat pump that can keep their home at a shirtsleeve temperature even while the winds howl outside. Fortunately, Amana is a company that understands their customers’ needs, and works to insure that they can have a pleasant house temperature without breaking their budget.
The Amana GSZ14 Distinctions heat pump is another in a long line of superior Amana products. Known for producing reliable and environmentally friendly heat pumps for business and residential users alike, Amana’s current offering does not disappoint.
The GSZ14 Distinctions heat pump is a multi-sized heat pump design that comes in cooling capacities ranging from 18,000 BTU/h to 57,000 BTU/h and heating capacities ranging from 18,000 BTU/h to 58,000 BTU/h. This provides a customizable range of cooling and heating capabilities for any residence, small or large. Combined with proper internal ducting, the various sizes of the GSZ14 heat pumps are quite capable of cooling or heating multi-story residential homes.
In mechanical terms, the GSZ14 makes use of a variety of advanced systems to insure quiet and trouble free operation. The compressor and working fluid are sealed away from external contaminants by using a bi-flow filter dryer, which eliminates one of the primary causes of heat pump failure. For the environmentally conscious, the GSZ14 uses R-410A, an advanced refrigerant developed by Honeywell, which is designed to avoid releasing chemicals that are dangerous to the ozone layer. For those concerned with long-term maintenance, R-410A also incorporates advanced lubrication systems that prolong the life of the heat pump.
In addition, the GSZ14 is very quiet in its operation, allowing the residents of the house to go about their business without hearing the irritating sound of a fan that so many heat pumps produce. This is especially important for those nights when the entire family is trying to get some needed sleep. This quiet operation is enhanced by the use of sound blankets and SmartShift technology to allow the defrost cycle to be both reliable and quiet.
In terms of energy efficiency, the GSZ14 has a SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) rating of up to 15, which allows for considerable savings in terms of electrical bills, although this can vary depending on factors such as the nature and condition of the home’s insulation. Even so, the GSZ14 compares quite nicely with other heat pumps in this arena and can be rated energy star compliant.
Finally, Amana stands behind their product with a 10-year compressor replacement limited warranty, as well as a 10-year parts limited warranty. This warranty insures prompt service and replacement of malfunctioning systems in the rare case where that should occur.
Depending on the size of the house and the level of cooling or heating desired, an Amana GSZ14 Distinctions heat pump can range from an average price of $2,000 for the 1.5 ton unit to $3,800 for the 5 ton unit, not including ancillary equipment. It is best to get several price quotes from local contractors, since prices can vary between them. A good tactic is to make a decision on what model of GSZ14 is needed and wait for a period, usually winter in a warm state or summer in a cold state, when demand is low and see if any contractors are having a sale or offering a deal on installation. Shopping around is as important when it comes to buying a heat pump as it is when shopping for a car.
The Amana GSZ14 Distinctions heat pump is a powerful, well designed, and long-lived unit that is also very competitive price wise with other models of heat pump. The homeowner who purchases one can be assured of a quiet, energy efficient and low maintenance heat pump that will provide the family with effective climate control for years to come.
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