{"product_id":"oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-aph1636h41aa-b1226207","title":"OEM Goodman Suction Line Accumulator for APH1636H41AA — B1226207","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGoodman B1226207 Suction Line Accumulator\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM refrigerant component built for the Amana\/Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eAPH1636H41AA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged heat pump. In heat-pump service the accumulator sits on the compressor suction line and traps liquid refrigerant during defrost cycles and low-ambient operation, metering it back to the compressor as vapor. This prevents liquid slugging — one of the most common causes of premature compressor failure in heat pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Suction-line liquid separation and compressor protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: Heat pump defrost and reversing-cycle operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Brazed refrigerant accumulator with internal standpipe \/ metering orifice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSized for: 3-ton (36,000 BTU) class packaged heat pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Part Number: B1226207\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits: APH1636H41AA and compatible Goodman\/Amana models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM vs. Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory B1226207 is sized to the system's tonnage and refrigerant charge, with the correct internal volume and oil-return orifice. A mismatched aftermarket accumulator can restrict oil return or fail to hold enough liquid during defrost, shortening compressor life. For a sealed-system part on a heat pump, matching the OEM specification is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstall difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced \/ Pro-only. Replacement requires refrigerant recovery, brazing new connections, evacuating the system to a deep vacuum, and recharging by weight. This is a job for an EPA 608-certified technician with proper recovery, brazing, and vacuum equipment. Disconnect power before any service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058296177011,"sku":"GOODMAN-15816","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-aph1636h41aa-b1226207","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}