{"product_id":"oem-goodman-condenser-suction-accumulator-for-aph1442h41eb-b1226207","title":"OEM Goodman Condenser Suction Accumulator for APH1442H41EB — B1226207","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodman B1226207 Condenser Suction Accumulator\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eB1226207\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM suction-line accumulator designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eAPH1442H41EB\u003c\/strong\u003e Amana\/Goodman packaged heat pump and compatible 14 SEER, 3.5-ton systems. Positioned on the suction line ahead of the compressor, the accumulator traps liquid refrigerant during heat-pump defrost cycles and low-load conditions, metering it back as vapor so the compressor is never slugged with liquid. This is especially critical in heat pumps, where reversing-valve operation can send liquid back toward the compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM Goodman replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Suction-line refrigerant accumulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Prevents liquid slugging and protects the compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shell with brazed inlet\/outlet connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect fit for APH1442H41EB packaged heat pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil-return orifice for proper compressor lubrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe genuine B1226207 matches the factory line sizing, internal volume, and oil-return metering that Goodman engineered for this platform. A generic accumulator with the wrong volume or oil-return orifice can starve the compressor of oil or fail to fully protect against slugging. Given the compressor is the most expensive component in the system, the OEM accumulator is the safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced.\u003c\/strong\u003e Installation requires refrigerant recovery, brazing new joints, nitrogen purge, evacuation, and recharge — strictly work for an EPA 608-certified HVAC professional. Expect 1.5–2.5 hours of labor plus system commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058275729779,"sku":"GOODMAN-15417","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-condenser-suction-accumulator-for-aph1442h41eb-b1226207","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}