SINGLE PACKAGE
GAS HEATING/
ELECTRIC COOLING UNITS
DESCRIPTION
All 588Amodelsfeatureonepiece,compactdesignandarefully
self-contained units that are prewired, prepiped, and precharged for minimum installation expense. Unit is designed for
easy use in either downflow (vertical) or horizontal applications.
STANDARD FEATURES
FACTORY-ASSEMBLED PACKAGE is a compact, fully self-
contained, gas heating/electric cooling unit that is prewired, prepiped, and precharged for minimum installation expense.
588A units are lightweight and available in a variety of standard
heating and cooling sizes with voltage options to meet residential and light commercial requirements. Unit installs easily on a
rooftop or a ground-level pad.
CONVERTIBLE DUCT CONFIGURATION on the 588A is designed for easy use in either downflow or horizontal discharge
applications.
HIGH-EFFICIENCY DESIGN with SEERs (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratios) of 10.0.
DURABLE, DEPENDABLE COMPRESSORS are designed for
high efficiency. Each compressor is hermetically sealed against
contamination to help promote longer life and dependable operation. Each compressor also has vibration isolation to provide
quiet operation. Rotary, reciprocating, or scroll compressors are
used. Compressors have internal high-pressure and overcurrent protection.
DIRECT-DRIVE MULTISPEED, PSC (permanent split capacitor) BLOWER MOTOR is standard on all models.
DIRECT-DRIVE, PSC CONDENSER-FAN MOTORS are de-
signed to help reduce energy consumption and provide for cooling operation down to 40 F.
Model 588A
Sizes 018-060
11⁄2to 5 Tons
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM is designed to provide dependability.
Liquid refrigerant strainers are used to promote clean, unrestricted operation. Each unit leaves the factory with a full refrigerant charge. Refrigerant service connections make checking
operating pressures easier.
EVAPORATOR AND CONDENSER COILS are computerdesigned for optimum heat transfer and cooling efficiency. Condenser coil is fabricated of copper tube and aluminum fins and
is located inside the unit for protection against damage and for
long life and reliable operation. The condenser coil is internally
mounted and protected by a composite grille.
Copper fin coils for condenser coil are also available by special
order. These coils are recommended in applications where aluminum fins are likely to be damaged due to corrosion. Copper
fin coils are ideal for seacoast applications.
MONOPORT INSHOT BURNERS produce precise air-to-gas
mixture, which provides for clean and efficient combustion. The
large monoport on the inshot (or injection type) burners seldom,
if ever, needs cleaning.
WEATHERIZED CABINETS are constructed of heavy-duty,
phosphated, zinc-coated prepainted steel capable of withstanding 500 hours in salt spray. Interior surfaces of the evaporator
compartment are insulated with foil-faced fiberglass to help
keep the conditioned air from being affected by the outdoor ambient temperature and provide improved air quality.Conforms to
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE) No. 62P. Sloped condensate pan permits
an external drain.
LOW SOUND RATINGS ensure a quiet indoor and outdoor environment with sound ratings as low as 7.4 bels.
EASY TO SERVICE CABINETS provide easy accessibility to
serviceable components during maintenance and installation.
Rounded corners are an important safety feature, and a highquality finish ensures an attractive appearance.
LOW AND HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL ENTRIES allow low
and high voltage to be brought in either through the duct panel
or rear flue panel.
INTEGRATED GAS CONTROL BOARD provides safe and efficient control of heating and simplifies troubleshooting through
its built-in diagnostic function.
OPTIONAL BASE RAILS provide holes for rigging and handling as well as an elevated mounting frame that provides structural support for horizontal installations.
DOWNFLOW OPTIONS is converted for downflow at factory for
easy vertical ductwork connections.
Form No. PDS 588A.18.4B
FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS DESCRIPTION AND USAGE
Unit With Base Rail — Unit has rigging holes and an elevated
mounting frame.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Rigging holes to provide greater ease in handling. Frame to
provide elevation and structural support for horizontal
applications.
FIELD-INSTALLED ACCESSORY DESCRIPTION AND USAGE
Downflow Option — Unit is shipped from factory configured for
downflow application. Unit is equipped with base rail.
SUGGESTED USE:
• To provide easy vertical ductwork connections.
Flat Roof Curb — Consists of galvanized steel support frame in
8-, 11-, and 14-in. high designs. Provides wood nailer to attach
roof counter flashing. Insulated basepans in curbs are provided
to prevent condensation. Ductwork attaches to rails provided in
the roof curb. A gasket is provided to form an airtight and watertight seal between unit and curb. The roof curb design meets
the standards of the NRCA (National Roofing Contractors’
Association).
SUGGESTED USE:
• Slab-mounted applications when elevation of the unit above
the slab is necessary.
• Rooftop application for downflow discharge.
• Curbs are preassembled and are available for flat or pitched
roofs.
Pitched Roof Curb — Provided in ratios of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6
to 12 for use on pitched roof applications.
SUGGESTED USE:
• For when a roof curb is needed on a pitched roof.
Modulating Economizer — Economizer is available for downflow or horizontal applications, and is designed for easy installation. Economizer reduces energy costs and extends
equipment life by allowing the use of outdoor air to supply ‘‘free’’
cooling when conditions are favorable.
Constant ventilation is recommended for light commercial applications when the conditioned space is occupied.
The economizer is shipped complete with a damper motor and
linkage, enthalpy control, low-voltage wiring harness, and a
rainhood. Adequate wire lengths are provided (additional fieldsupplied wires are not required). Horizontal economizers are
also furnished with a 2-in. disposable air filter and gasket
material.
Modulating economizer package consists of low-leakage dampers with controls. The economizer will allow a fixed percentage
of outdoor ventilation air into the unit whenever the evaporator
fan is running.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Allows outdoor air to be used for ‘‘free’’ cooling whenever the
outdoor air is below the enthalpy control setting.
• To reduce energy usage. Use whenever the hours of operation at temperatures below 40 F are significant.
Two-Position Damper — In the two-position dampers, the enthalpy control detects when outdoor air is suitable for ‘‘free’’
cooling by measuring the outdoor-air dry bulb temperature and
humidity. Whenever the outdoor-air quality is acceptable for
‘‘free’’ cooling, the outdoor-air damper opens fully and the
return-air damper closes, allowing outdoor air to enter the
building.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Allows use of outdoor air to cool building without using compressor. Damper closes when evaporator fan is off to prevent
cold backdraft, and wasted energy.
Manual Outdoor-Air Damper — Package consists of a manually adjustable damper and includes a rainhood and birdscreen.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Toallow a fixed percentage of outdoor air for ventilation under
all conditions.
• The damper may be used on either downflow or horizontal airflow applications.
Thermostat and Subbase — These accessories provide cooling control for unit. Autochangeover and manual changeover
types are available.
SUGGESTED USE:
• To operate and control unit, and to maintain desired building
temperature.
The 0° F Low Ambient Kit — Kit permits operation down to
0° F.
SUGGESTED USE:
• When mechanical cooling is required when outdoor-air temperature is between 40 F and 0° F.
Natural-to-Propane Conversion Kit — Kit consists of gas orifices and other hardware required to convert the unit for use
with LP (liquid propane) gas.
SUGGESTED USE:
• When natural gas cannot be obtained and liquid propane is
used as fuel.
Filter Rack — Rack features easy installation and serviceability.
The filter rack housing is constructed of heavy-gage steel and is
fully insulated. Both sides of the filter rack are flanged for easy
installation.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Kit provides ability to locate filters inside the unit.
Flexible Duct Kit — Consists of 2 flexible UL-listed (Underwriters’ Laboratories) ducts. The duct construction includes vapor
barrier and 1-in. fiberglass insulation. The ‘‘K’’ factor is 0.23.
Each duct has a square-to-round snap adapter for attachment
to the accessory roof curb on one end, and a round clamp collar
for attachment to the concentric diffuser box on the other end.
SUGGESTED USE:
• For use with accessory roof curb and concentric box to provide an easily-installed concentric system.
Concentric Diffuser Box — Is aerodynamically designed and
equipped with a combination 4-way supply and a center return
diffuser. Aspecial core is provided within the diffuser box to provide even 4-way distribution.
SUGGESTED USE:
• For use with accessory roof curb and concentric box to provide an easily-installed concentric system.
Crankcase Heater — Warms crankcase oil to reduce refrigerant migration and ensure proper compressor lubrication.
SUGGESTED USE:
• For use in applications where crankcase is subjected to low
outside temperatures. Recommended on 208/230-v, singlephase, 024-042 units only.
Solid-State ComprotecT Device — Package consists of a control to be field-wired into the unit controls, and provides a
5-minute delay in compressor operation between cooling
cycles.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Prevents compressor short cycling when rapid compressor
cycles may be a problem.
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FIELD-INSTALLED ACCESSORY DESCRIPTION AND
USAGE (cont)
Lifting Bracket Kit — Provides attachment point for rigging
straps.
SUGGESTED USE:
• When unit needs to be lifted or moved. The kit is not required
when unit is equipped with optional base rail or downflow
application.
High- and Low-Pressure Switches — Protect the unit from
running at unsuitable pressures.
SUGGESTED USE:
• Provides additional safety features when needed.
MODEL DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
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Model Description .................................3
ARI Cooling Capacities .............................4
Heating Capacities and Efficiencies ...................4