Heating and Cooling 101

How a Packaged System Works

See also; How a heat pump works How a gas furnace works How a central AC system works

HOW A PACKAGED SYSTEM WORKS

Facts:

• Package units are unique, all-in-one systems that supply both cooling and heating equipment in one "package." These units sit on the ground or rooftop outside of your home or business.
• Package units come in three forms:
• Packaged heat pumps offer heating and cooling using heat pump technology.
• Packaged air conditioners cool your home and can heat it as well, using electrical strip heat.
• Packaged gas-electric units offer all-in-one air conditioning and natural gas-powered furnace performance.

Benefits:

• Space efficiency - Unlike split-system units, all components of a complete heating and cooling system are contained in one location, making package units ideal for situations in which indoor space is at a premium.  
• Energy-efficient heating and cooling performance - All Amana package units offer 13 SEER or higher cooling performance. Our package gas/electric units offer 80% AFUE heating performance, as well.