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Goodman Furnace: Counterflow drain trap clearance

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Counterflow drain trap clearance on a Goodman furnace: A horizontal counterflow installation needs a minimum clearance under the drain trap.

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Applies to: Counterflow model installed horizontally with left side down

How to fix counterflow drain trap clearance: step by step

  1. Keep at least 5 1/2 in of clearance beneath the drain trap.
Safety: Gas, electrical and refrigerant work must be done by a licensed technician. Turn off power and gas before servicing, never bypass a safety control, and always follow the manufacturer's manual for your exact model.

If the unit shows an error code, look it up: Goodman Furnace codes

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Source: Goodman GMVC96 service and troubleshooting manual, p. 24. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.

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