Description
The Grandaire 1.5 Ton 14.5 SEER2 Heat Pump Air Conditioner Split System with R-454B Refrigerant (W5H5S18AKAAA-WCHL185AA) is a residential split-system heat pump designed to provide both heating and cooling in a single HVAC system. With a 1.5-ton capacity and 14.5 SEER2 efficiency, it is suited for compatible residential applications requiring year-round temperature control.
The system combines the W5H5S18AKAAA outdoor heat pump condenser with the WCHL185AA indoor coil. It uses R-454B refrigerant and is designed to operate as a matched split-system configuration when installed with compatible components.
Key Features
- 1.5 Ton Capacity – Designed for residential heating and cooling applications
- 14.5 SEER2 Efficiency – Provides efficient seasonal cooling performance
- R-454B Refrigerant – Uses lower-GWP A2L refrigerant technology
- Heat Pump Operation – Provides both heating and cooling
- Split-System Configuration – Combines an outdoor heat pump condenser with a compatible indoor coil
- Scroll Compressor – Designed for dependable compressor operation
- Matched Indoor Coil – Includes the WCHL185AA indoor coil
- Residential Application – Suitable for compatible home HVAC installations
- Outdoor Condenser Design – Designed for exterior installation
Product Specifications
- Brand: Grandaire
- Outdoor Model: W5H5S18AKAAA
- Indoor Coil Model: WCHL185AA
- Product Type: Heat Pump Split System
- Nominal Capacity: 1.5 Ton
- Nominal Cooling Capacity: 18,000 BTU
- Efficiency: 14.5 SEER2
- System Type: Heat Pump
- Refrigerant: R-454B
- Compressor Type: Scroll
- Configuration: Split System
- Application: Residential Heating and Cooling
Benefits
- Provides both heating and cooling from one system
- Offers 1.5-ton capacity for compatible residential applications
- Delivers 14.5 SEER2 seasonal cooling efficiency
- Uses R-454B refrigerant technology
- Combines an outdoor heat pump with a compatible indoor coil
- Provides a complete split-system configuration
- Suitable for replacement and new HVAC installations
Compatibility & Installation
The Grandaire W5H5S18AKAAA-WCHL185AA is configured as a split-system heat pump consisting of the outdoor condenser and WCHL185AA indoor coil. Proper system performance depends on correct equipment matching and installation.
Installation considerations:
- Verify the 1.5-ton system size is appropriate for the application
- Confirm the condenser and indoor coil are properly matched
- Verify electrical requirements before installation
- Confirm refrigerant line sizing and connections
- Follow applicable R-454B/A2L installation and safety requirements
- Verify proper airflow and ductwork configuration
- Follow manufacturer installation instructions and local codes
- Installation should be completed by a qualified HVAC professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the Grandaire W5H5S18AKAAA-WCHL185AA system?
It is a 1.5-ton split-system heat pump with a nominal 18,000 BTU cooling capacity.
What is the SEER2 rating?
The listed system is rated at 14.5 SEER2.
What refrigerant does this system use?
The system uses R-454B refrigerant.
Does this system provide heating and cooling?
Yes. This is a heat pump split system designed for both heating and cooling.
What indoor coil is included?
The listed system includes the WCHL185AA indoor coil.