Description
Friedrich Breeze Select 5 Ton Heat Pump Split System: WFPU17Y603D + WFH60Y223D
This system pairs the Friedrich Breeze Select WFPU17Y603D side-discharge inverter heat pump with the matched WFH60Y223D multi-position air handler. It is an AHRI-matched combination (AHRI reference 216776407), so the 17 SEER2, 8.8 EER2 and 8.5 HSPF2 ratings were certified for these two exact models working together. The Precision Inverter compressor ramps between 14,000-54,000 BTU/h instead of cycling on and off, which keeps room temperature steady, pulls more moisture out of the air in humid weather and keeps start-ups soft and quiet.
The outdoor unit is a compact side-discharge cabinet, roughly 40% smaller in footprint than a traditional top-discharge condenser, so it fits narrow side yards, balconies and tight pads where a full-size condenser will not. It heats down to -22°F in heat pump mode, cools in outdoor temperatures as low as 5°F, and has a built-in base pan heater to keep the coil drain clear in freezing weather.
Certified system performance
- AHRI reference number: 216776407
- Nominal capacity: 5 ton (54,000 BTU/h rated cooling at 95°F)
- Cooling efficiency: 17 SEER2 / 8.8 EER2
- Heating capacity: 55,000 BTU/h at 47°F; 33,200 BTU/h at 17°F
- Heating efficiency: 8.5 HSPF2; 3.54 COP at 47°F
- Refrigerant: R-454B
- Power supply: 208/230V 1-Phase
Outdoor unit: Friedrich WFPU17Y603D
The WFPU17Y603D is the Breeze Select inverter heat pump condenser. It ships pre-charged for 25 ft of line and supports runs up to 130 ft with up to 100 ft of vertical separation.
- Nominal Capacity (Tons): 5
- Rated Cooling Capacity (BTU/h): 54,000
- Cooling Capacity Range (BTU/h): 14,000-54,000
- Rated Heating Capacity @ 47°F (BTU/h): 55,000
- Heating Capacity @ 17°F (BTU/h): 33,200
- Max Heating Capacity @ 5°F (BTU/h): 36,000
- Compressor: Variable Speed Inverter (Precision Inverter)
- Discharge: Side
- Refrigerant: R-454B
- Factory Refrigerant Charge: 137.6 oz (pre-charged for 25 ft)
- Voltage/Phase/Hz: 208-230 V / 1 Ph / 60 Hz
- Minimum Circuit Ampacity (MCA): 33 A
- Maximum Circuit Breaker: 50 A
- Liquid / Suction Line Size: 3/8" / 3/4"
- Max Line Length: 130 ft
- Max Height Difference: 100 ft
- Cooling Operating Range: 5°F to 115°F outdoor
- Heating Operating Range: -4°F to 75°F outdoor (rated heat pump operation down to -22°F)
- Base Pan Heater: Built in
- Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 43-1/4" W x 34-1/2" H x 17-3/4" D
- Unit Weight: 186.7 lb
- Shipping Weight: 210.9 lb
Air handler: Friedrich WFH60Y223D
The WFH60Y223D is a multi-position air handler (upflow, downflow or horizontal) with a multi-speed ECM blower and a factory A2L refrigerant leak sensor. It runs from a standard 24V thermostat.
- Nominal Capacity (Tons): 5
- Configuration: Multi-Position
- Blower Motor: Multi-Speed ECM, 3/4 HP
- Rated Airflow (CFM): 1,706
- Airflow Range (CFM): 1,157-1,706
- External Static Pressure: 0.58 in. W.C. rated (0-0.8 in. W.C. range)
- Metering Device: EEV (outdoor unit)
- Refrigerant: R-454B with A2L leak sensor
- Voltage/Phase/Hz: 208-230 V / 1 Ph / 60 Hz
- Minimum Circuit Ampacity (MCA): 6.8 A (blower only, no electric heat)
- Maximum Overcurrent Protection (MOP): 10 A (blower only)
- Thermostat: 24V conventional
- Liquid / Suction Line Size: 3/8" / 3/4"
- Condensate Drain: 3/4"
- Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 22" W x 53-7/8" H x 24" D
- Unit Weight: 180.6 lb
- Shipping Weight: 204.4 lb
Electric heat
No heat strip is included with this system. If you want auxiliary or emergency electric heat, choose one from the Add an Electric Heat Strip option above. These are the Friedrich kits approved for this air handler: Friedrich AUX5KWA (5 kW), AUX7KWA (7 kW) and AUX10KWA (10 kW).
Thermostat
The Breeze air handler uses a conventional 24V thermostat. The matching Friedrich SWRT1B wall thermostat can be added from the Add a Thermostat option above, or you can use a compatible 24V heat pump thermostat you already own.
Sizing and installation
Size the system from a room-by-room load calculation (ACCA Manual J) rather than square footage alone. Climate, insulation, windows and duct condition all change the load, and an oversized system short-cycles and leaves humidity behind.
The outdoor unit and air handler each need their own electrical circuit sized to the rating plate. The refrigerant line set, thermostat, condensate drain, pad and installation materials are sold separately. Because R-454B is a mildly flammable (A2L) refrigerant, installation and service require a licensed HVAC technician using A2L-rated tools and the manufacturer's procedures, which also keeps the warranty in force. Friedrich only guarantees the rated performance when the outdoor unit is paired with a properly installed Friedrich air handler.
Common questions
Is this a matched system?
Yes. AHRI certificate 216776407 covers the WFPU17Y603D with the WFH60Y223D.
Does it come with a heat strip?
No. Heat strips are sold separately and can be added from the option above.
Can the Breeze outdoor unit work with my existing furnace?
Friedrich designs the Breeze line for universal compatibility with existing air handlers and gas furnaces, but the AHRI ratings, rebate eligibility and the efficiency figures on this page apply only to this matched Friedrich system.
