80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Variable Speed Single Stage Ultra-Low NOx Goodman Gas Furnace | Upflow/Horizontal

Goodman 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Upflow/Horizontal Gas Furnace

Variable-Speed Gas Heating with Enhanced Comfort

When winter temperatures arrive, this Goodman gas furnace delivers dependable whole-home heating with practical efficiency and durable performance. Designed with modern blower and reliable gas burner technology, as well as installation options for compatible applications, it provides a strong heating solution for residential use.

Key Benefits

• 80,000 BTU Heating Capacity – Perfect for 1,600–1,900 sq. ft. homes in various climates when properly sized and installed.
• 96% AFUE Efficiency – Converts approximately 96% of fuel consumed into usable heat for your home.
• Variable-Speed ECM Blower Motor – Helps provide quieter, more consistent airflow and comfort control.
• Upflow/Horizontal Installation – Designed for upflow/horizontal applications to fit compatible installation layouts.
• 21" Cabinet Width – Designed to fit evaporator coils of a matching width.
• Quiet, Durable Operation – Heavy-gauge steel cabinet and insulated design help reduce sound while protecting internal components.
• Strong Warranty Coverage – Backed by Goodman limited warranty coverage when properly installed and registered online.

Heating Capacity and AFUE Guidance

This furnace is perfect for 1,600–1,900 sq. ft. homes in various climates when properly sized and installed. With a 80,000 BTU input rating and 96% AFUE efficiency, it is designed to provide dependable heating for compatible residential applications. Proper furnace sizing should always be confirmed through a professional load calculation based on climate, insulation, windows, ceiling height, layout, air leakage, and other home-specific factors.

Efficient Everyday Heating Performance

A 96% AFUE furnace provides high-efficiency gas heating performance by converting approximately 96% of fuel consumed into usable heat for your home. For example, a 80,000 BTU input rating at 96% AFUE provides approximately 76,800 BTUs of usable heating output. Because this is a 96% AFUE furnace, it uses PVC venting instead of the metal flue venting required for 80% AFUE furnaces. This furnace is designed for enhanced comfort control compared to basic single-stage equipment.

Advanced Airflow with a Variable-Speed ECM Blower

The integrated variable-speed ECM blower motor helps provide quieter, more consistent airflow throughout the home. This blower design supports improved comfort control and efficient air circulation during heating operation.

Built for Long-Term Reliability

A heavy-gauge steel cabinet, durable hot surface igniter, self-diagnostic control board, and Goodman’s proven heat exchanger design work together to support long-term performance. The self-diagnostic controls simplify troubleshooting and service, while the insulated cabinet helps reduce operating noise.

Warranty

When installed according to applicable codes and registered online with Goodman, this furnace includes:

• 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty
• 10-Year Unit Replacement Limited Warranty
• Lifetime Heat Exchanger Limited Warranty

Warranty coverage requires proper installation and online registration. Installation by a qualified HVAC professional is recommended to maintain warranty eligibility.

What’s Included

• Goodman gas furnace

Recommended Accessories

• Wall-Mounted Thermostat – Provides compatible temperature control for the furnace and connected HVAC system.
• Return Air Package – Provides return air components for a cleaner installation setup.
• Supply Plenum – Creates a proper supply air transition above the furnace.

Requirements, Considerations & Required Notices

• Professional Installation Required – This gas furnace should be installed and serviced by a trained HVAC technician in accordance with local codes and manufacturer requirements.
• PVC Venting Required – This 96% AFUE furnace requires PVC venting. It does not use the metal flue venting required for 80% AFUE furnaces.
• Electrical Requirements – Requires 115-volt, single-phase power and proper circuit protection.
• Cabinet Width – Confirm the 21" cabinet width fits the available installation space and matched indoor equipment.
• Fuel Compatibility – Ships configured for natural gas operation.
• Installation Configuration – Designed for upflow/horizontal installations when installed according to manufacturer guidelines.

Ultra-Low NOx Compliant

Colorado and certain counties in California have a lower NOx emission requirement than the rest of the United States for gas furnaces. The GRVS960805CU Goodman gas furnace is Ultra-Low NOx compliant. With a built-in low emission filter and special venting system, this Goodman gas furnace produces less nitrogen oxides to be released into the atmosphere, lowering the overall amount of toxic greenhouse gases output of the average home.

Ultra-Low NOx furnaces are required for gas furnace installations in Colorado as well as the following counties in California: Fresno, San Joaquin, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera, Merced, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Stanislaus, Yolo, and Tulare. In these counties you are required to purchase an Ultra-Low NOx furnace. If you have any questions, please contact us.