{"product_id":"oem-goodman-condenser-accumulator-for-aph1624h41ac-b1226206","title":"OEM Goodman Condenser Accumulator for APH1624H41AC — B1226206","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eB1226206 Condenser Accumulator\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM suction-line accumulator for the \u003cstrong\u003eAPH1624H41AC\u003c\/strong\u003e heat pump. Positioned on the suction line ahead of the compressor, the accumulator traps liquid refrigerant during defrost cycles and reversing-valve transitions, metering it back as vapor so the compressor never ingests a slug of liquid. It is one of the most important protective components in a heat pump — a corroded, clogged, or leaking accumulator puts the compressor at direct risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e B1226206\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodman \/ Amana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suction-line accumulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e APH1624H41AC (and compatible builds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents liquid slugging and protects the compressor during defrost\/reversing cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003efactory OEM accumulator\u003c\/strong\u003e is sized to the system's refrigerant volume and connection stubs, so it holds the correct liquid capacity and brazes in without adapters. Undersized generic accumulators can overwhelm during defrost and pass liquid to the compressor. Given the cost of a compressor, the OEM-matched accumulator is the smart insurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficult (Professional)\u003c\/strong\u003e — This is a sealed-system component. Installation requires EPA-certified refrigerant recovery, brazing the new accumulator into the suction line, pulling a deep vacuum, and recharging to spec. This is not a DIY repair; a licensed HVAC technician should perform the swap. Always de-energize the system before any service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058294342003,"sku":"GOODMAN-15768","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-condenser-accumulator-for-aph1624h41ac-b1226206","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}