{"product_id":"oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-3-ton-aph1436m41aa-heat-pump-b1226207","title":"OEM Goodman Suction Line Accumulator for 3-Ton APH1436M41AA Heat Pump — B1226207","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eB1226207 Suction Line Accumulator\u003c\/strong\u003e is the OEM compressor-protection component for \u003cstrong\u003eAPH1436M41AA\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-ton (nominal 36,000 BTU) packaged heat pumps. Positioned in the suction line ahead of the compressor, it traps liquid refrigerant and oil during defrost cycles, reversing-valve transitions, and low-load conditions, then meters it back as vapor — preventing liquid slugging that can destroy compressor valves and bearings. Accumulators are especially critical on heat pumps, which shift between heating and cooling and are prone to liquid floodback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart type: Suction line accumulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM part number: B1226207\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem capacity: 3-ton \/ ~36,000 BTU class (APH1436 series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerant: R-410A compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnections: Brazed suction-line inlet\/outlet (verify line size to unit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Liquid separation and controlled oil return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe OEM accumulator is sized to this system's tonnage and line set with the correct internal volume and oil-return orifice. An undersized or oversized generic can allow floodback or trap oil, risking compressor failure. For a component this critical, the exact-fit OEM part is the recommended choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstall Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced (4\/5).\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires refrigerant recovery, torch brazing with dry nitrogen purge, a deep vacuum\/evacuation, and a full weighed-in recharge. This is a job for an EPA 608-certified HVAC technician, not a DIY swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFitment note: confirm model\/serial and suction-line diameter before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058273010035,"sku":"GOODMAN-15398","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-3-ton-aph1436m41aa-heat-pump-b1226207","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}