{"product_id":"oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-ash130241ab-heat-pump-b1226206","title":"OEM Goodman Suction Line Accumulator for ASH130241AB Heat Pump — B1226206","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodman B1226206 Suction Line Accumulator\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe genuine OEM Goodman \u003cstrong\u003eB1226206\u003c\/strong\u003e suction-line accumulator is a critical compressor-protection component in the \u003cstrong\u003eASH130241AB\u003c\/strong\u003e heat pump. Positioned on the suction line ahead of the compressor, it traps liquid refrigerant during defrost cycles and low-load conditions, metering it back as vapor so the compressor never ingests a liquid slug. Because heat pumps run in reverse during defrost, this part is far more important on a heat pump than on a cooling-only condenser — a failed or bypassed accumulator is a leading cause of compressor burnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e B1226206 (OEM Goodman)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASH130241AB (2-ton) and matching ASH13 heat pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suction-line liquid trapping \/ compressor protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazed copper stubs sized to the ASH130241AB circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil-return metering orifice included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccumulator sizing must match the system's tonnage and refrigerant charge; an undersized generic can flood the compressor while an oversized one starves oil return. The OEM B1226206 is matched to the ASH130241AB's 2-ton circuit and stub diameters, ensuring correct volume and a clean braze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced (5\/5) — HVAC pro required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Involves EPA-certified refrigerant recovery, brazing under nitrogen, evacuation, and recharging to nameplate. This is not a DIY repair; have a licensed technician install it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058300633459,"sku":"GOODMAN-15958","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-suction-line-accumulator-for-ash130241ab-heat-pump-b1226206","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}