Goodman CKL
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| Production years= 1996 - 2001 (Goodman CK), 1998 - 2006 (Goodman CKL) (Decade) | |
| Models= CK/CKL | |
| Manufacturer= Goodman Mfg. (subsidiary of Daikin industries inc.) | |
| Compressors= Bristol, Copeland, Tecumseh | |
| Compressor type= Reciprocating, Scroll | |
| Tonnage= 1.5 - 5 | |
| Commercial tonnage= 7.5 - 10 | |
| Nicknames= "Survivor" (dropped) | |
| Refrigerant= R-22 Freon | |
| Sizes of Fered= 18-120 | |
| Compressor Hermetic or semi-hermetic?= Hermetic |
The Goodman CKL [Note 1] [2] (GOODMAN-CKL) [Note 2] is a residential Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) /ˈeɪtʃˌvæk/ split-system condensor produced and manufactured by Goodman Manufacturing Co. , between 1998 and January 2006. Most of these units were rated 10 SEER. For this air conditioner; Most units typically use a Copeland Reciprocating compressor, and all units to be charged with factory charge. When installed, it is then charged with R-22 refrigerant. Initially, they were marketed under the 'Survivor' series on Goodman's website. Goodman decided that the nickname was dropped in 2001, when the CKL became standard in production. These units were designed for either ground-level installation or rooftop installation. This unit superseded the older "CK" platform, which was identical, but used a rectangular-like grill.
Technical information
Weight of these units generally range from 1.5 ton to 5 tons, and commercial tonnage ranges from 7.5 to 10 tons. [3] [2] All of these units were ARI (now AHRI) certified, with a sticker on the side of its data sheet, according to ARI standard 210. All units must use R-22 refrigerant to function correctly. On some units, there is to be a yellow caution sticker, on the side of the data sheet, often found with multiple ARI stickers. There might potentially be a secondary yellow caution sticker on the top of the unit as well. These units were popular at the time they came out, most of the units that were purchased was the CKL18 (1.5 Ton), CKL30 (2.5 Ton), CKL36 (3 Ton), and CKL42 (3.5 Ton). Copeland Scroll-powered versions were the CKL60 and CKL62 (5 ton). Cabinets of both of these HVAC systems had been painted in the "Architecture gray", or "Polyester powder" paint with 500-hour salt-spray approval. There is a service manual, which must only be used by HVAC technicians. These services manuals are provided: [4] These units mainly were used in multiple homes and businesses, but as of 2025, these have fell out of favor, making them to be replaced by other units. [5][4][2]
Manufacturer
All of these units including commercial ones, were manufactured at Goodman's plant in Houston, texas, within United States of America. If the better units had higher SEER ratings, then these units had low efficiency since it had a 10 SEER rating. This made the units be mandatory to phase out, which in turn are to start being replaced by newer versions of the air conditioner, since new mandatory 13 SEER regulations rolled out soon, at the time that the banning of R-22 refrigerant was in effect. [6] In order to prolong life of this system, all of these units had a steel-cased, liquid line filter drier. All of these units were built with a heavy-gauge, zinc-clad, G90 galvanized steel cabinet in order to prevent rusting. [5] Any units that use a reciprocating compressor, or even a scroll, use a hermetic copeland, bristol or tecumseh compressor, meaning that the compressor is entirely seaIed, and welded. The Copeland Scroll compressor was also hermetic as well. In 2006, a 13 SEER mandate was enacted, requiring all new HVAC systems to hvae a minimum SEER rating of 13. [Note 3]
Certain parts are available for the Goodman CKL in case they get damaged. Parts include the condenser motor, compressor, blades, top, etc.
Compressors
Most of these units mainly used either Bristol, Copeland, or Tecumseh hermetic reciprocating Compressors, with the exception of the CKL60, CKL62, CKL090, and CKL120, which all used a single Copeland Scroll. If the unit uses a reciprocating compressor, there might be a large compressor at the base, but there may be a chance that the compressor may fail. Scroll Compressors are much smaller, and less prone to failure.
Electricals
The CKL was both available in either a single-phase or a three-phase form, with the commercial 7.5 - 10 ton models exclusively available in three-phase form. [4] The commercial 7.5 and 10 ton models were offered in both 208/230V and 460V configurations. If a problem was to occur, the main power must be off. It must be handled correctly; serious injury or death may occur if not handled correctly. The condenser motor was designed for permanent split-capacitor (abbreviated PSC) operation.
Louvered guard
The CKL featured a louvered guard that protects the coils from damages, thus reducing the chance that the coils would leak out refrigerant. [Note 4] The CKL had pans that raised the unit above the slab for drainage. [4] The CKL was offered either with a Bristol Reciprocating compressor, Copeland Reciprocating compressor, a Tecumseh Reciprocating compressor, or a Copeland Scroll. [7]
Nomenclature
In order to tell a model name, the designation is on the data sheet; the designation is like this: For example, a CKL18-1 would be designated: CKL: a modified CK with a louvered guard, 18: 1.5 ton, 18,000 BTU (fered), -1: Revision[7]
Depending on sizes, the CK/CKL may use either a Bristol, Copeland, or Tecumseh reciprocating compressor, although larger sizes may use a Copeland Scroll. If the size is 18, for example a Goodman CKL18-1, The CKL18-1 used the reciprocating bristol compressor. Its weight was 1.5 ton for the CKL18-1. [4]
CKL Features
The CKL was nothing more than a louvered guard. It shared features with the CK. Text used: [5]
- Louvered guard protects coil from damage and adds strength to the unit
- Hermetically sealed compressor with internal high-pressure relief (Reciprocating compressor)
- 3-blade fan blades
- Enclosed and permanently lubricated condenser motor
- Elevated unit base from bottom pans above slab
- Quiet Operating top Discharge
- Fully charged for 15 ft (4.6 m) of tubing length
- Factory-installed liquid line filter drier
- Copper tube, aluminum fin coil construction
- Brass suction and liquid shut off valve with sweat connections
CKL Cabinet Construction
- Polyester powder paint provides premium durability and improved UV protection
- Heavy-gauge, zinc-clad, G90 galvanized steel
- When properly anchored, meets the 2001 Florida Building Code unit integrity requirements for hurricane-type winds
Accessories
- Standard room thermostat with 1-stage cool/1-stage heat (Model CHT18-60)
- Digital room thermostat with 1-stage cool/1-stage heat (Model CHTD18-60)
- Outdoor thermostats for staging/multi-staging indoor Heating units (OT/EHR18-60)
Air handler and Coil Compatibilites
- CA and CH indoor coils
- U, UC, H and HT fan-less indoor coils for heat pump or cooling applications
- ARPT, ARUF and AEPT multi-postion electric heat air handlers
- ARPF dedicated downflow electric heat air handler
- AWB vertical wall-mounted electric heat air handler
- AH vertical wall-mounted hydronic heat air handler
- AC ceiling-mounted electric heat air handler
- ACHP ceiling-mounted hydronic heat air handler
Variants
There were three variations of the CKL. All of them were heat pumps. SEER ranged from 10 - 13. SEER2 can reach up to 13.1. All of these were discontinued after 2005 due to the 13.8 SEER mandate.
- Goodman CPLE, 10 SEER Heat pump, a heat pump equivalent to the CKL[8]
- Goodman CPLJ, 12 SEER Heat pump[9][10]
- Goodman CPLT, 13 SEER Heat pump, this was the most efficient heat pump that Goodman could offer.[11][12]
- A derivative of the CKL, and 14 SEER variation, was only available in straight-cool configuration, and may qualify for ENERGY STAR. They were known as the Goodman CLQ, identical to the CKL, but painted in Architectural Grey for most units and also featured R-410A refrigerant (newer models), Copeland Scroll Compressor with a sound blanket, PSC motor designed for 830 RPM, and a different fan grille. They as well with the CPLT & CPLJ, had a four blade fan.[13] No 1.5 ton was offered, only the 2 ton through 5 ton variations were designed for the CLQ.
- The CPKE/CPKJ was a heat pump variation of the CK, and had the older "CK" coil grill. As the CPLE and CPLJ replaced these units, it was also removed along with the CPKJ, and the CK.[14]
Information
All of these variations were capable of both heating & cooling. These units may have a reverser valve. The Goodman CPLJ & CPLT both had four blades and were designed for permanent split-capacitor (abbreviated PSC) operation. These units were designed to replace their older ancestors, like the CPKJ & CPKE, which both featured the old CK coil grill. These units had just a louvered guard that protects the coils from damages. The CLQ had the same features as the CPLT & CPLJ, but without the reverser valve. [13]
Air handler and Coil Compatibilites
- CA and CH indoor coils
- U, UC, H and HT fan-less indoor coils for heat pump or cooling applications
- ARPT, ARUF and AEPT multi-postion electric heat air handlers
- ARPF dedicated downflow electric heat air handler
- AWB vertical wall-mounted electric heat air handler
- AH vertical wall-mounted hydronic heat air handler
- AC ceiling-mounted electric heat air handler
- ACHP ceiling-mounted hydronic heat air handler
Accessories
- Standard room thermostat with 1-stage cool/1-stage heat (Model CHT18-60)
- Digital room thermostat with 1-stage cool/1-stage heat (Model CHTD18-60)
Compressors Used
| Model | PH | Conpressor Mfr | Compressor Type | Compressor Model | Notes | Repair Parts Number (Source) |
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| CKL18-1 | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B153ABCA | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL18-1B | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B153ABCA | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL18-1C | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B153ABCA | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL18-1D | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR16KF-PFV-230 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL18-1L | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR16KF-PFV-230 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL18-1M | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B153ABCA | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL24-1 | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B223ABCA | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL24-1D | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B223ABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL24-1E | 1 | Tecumseh | Reciprocating | AWH5522EXN | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL24-1F | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B223ABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL24-1G | 1 | Tecumseh | Reciprocating | AWH5522EXN | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL24-1H | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B223ABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL24-1K | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR22KF-PFV-230 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL24-1L | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR22KF-PFV-230 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL24-1M | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H23B223ABCA | http://igate.northernplumbing.com/partsbreakdowns/GoodmanMfg/CKL.pdf | |
| CKL30-1 | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B28UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL30-1D | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B28UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL30-1E | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B28UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL30-1F | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B28UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL30-1G | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR28K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL30-1L | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR28K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL36-1 | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B35UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1D | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B35UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1E | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR34K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1F | 1 | Bristol | Reciprocating | H29B35UABCA | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1G | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR34K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1H | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR35K6-PFV-233 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1K | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR34K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc RP-225M Rev. 0 | |
| CKL36-1L | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR34K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL42-1L | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR38K6-PFV-220 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL49-1L | 1 | Copeland | Reciprocating | CR42K6-PFV-223 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL60-1L | 1 | Copeland | Scroll | ZR57KC-PFV-250 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 | |
| CKL62-1L | 1 | Copeland | Scroll | ZR61KC-PFV-250 | Goodman doc SR-004 Rev. 1 |
Differences
The CKL shared almost all of its features with the older CK platform. They shared their hermetic compressor, filter drier, condenser motor, evaporator coils, and wiring. The CK had a "rectangular-like" grid coil guard; the CK had basic features. The CKL version had a louvered guard. The goodman CK was based off of Janitrol's model, but had goodman's data sheet. Janitrol models had a bristol/tecumseh compressor. [2] The design for the CKL was based off the CK, which was based off of a Janitrol model, which wanted to shorten the frame, from their air handler to a cube. This nicknamed them "Cubes" since the design was similar to and was looking like a cube. This design is variable depending on tonnage. [7] 3 ton versions usually have this design, while other units, like the CKL18, had this design. This trademark design became standard after, beginning with the alreadly old and aging CK, and so on all newer models after the CK would have this design. [7] Later years on newer models, they had been modified, particularly on the sides, to be slightly convex around the center on all four sides; some units used the CKL design; albeit modified below the pipelines, and top, as well as the sides. The tops of newer units featured a design at the center at the top of the motor, which resembled a four-lear clover on the top; albeit modified. They have a large, flat circle at the center of the "clover" design.
Lifespan
The Goodman CKL had an average lifespan of 15 - 20 years, if proper maintenance is done every year. [7]As of 2025, only reclamed available Goodman CKL units are available to be used, only on websites that specialize in HVAC systems. As of 10 June 2026, R-22 has been banned, due to this refrigerant having a high GWP potential. This means if a household has a CK or CKL unit that has been recently installed or has no refrigerant (R-22), then the unit requires the R-22 freon refrigerant, which would be hard, since it would be expensive. Only recycled or reclaimed R-22 refrigerant are available for existing HVAC systems that use R-22 Freon refrigerant.
Phase out
The CKL ended production in early 2006 due to the banning of R-22 (a.k.a. Chlorodifluoromethane, or R-22 freon) refrigerant due to it having a high ozone depleting potential and the enaction of the mandatory 13 SEER rating for air conditioners. [citation needed] In its 6-year lifespan, the CKL became standard in 2001 to replace the old CK series.[4] The CK line did offer a scroll compressor. The CKL ended production in January 2006 due to a 13 SEER mandate for residential air conditioners. Original CKL conditioners can no longer be purchased due to a strict 13.8 SEER requirement for all residential HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) conditioners to be manufactured after 2005. [citation needed] Little is known on this air-con and tidbit, outside of one confirmed example in the wild.
See also
Notes
- ↑ The CK was the first to be built on the new "Cube" platform from Janitrol's air handler being shortened to a cube along with other modifications.
- ↑ The CKL was the first Goodman Air-con to be built with the louvered guard.
- ↑ As a result, the entire line of Goodman CKL's ended production so that Goodman could overhaul its line for the 13 SEER mandate.
- ↑ Otherwise, a refrigerant leak would happen, and soon, a refrigerant recharge is required. This would be hard since R-22 was banned.
References
- ↑ "Goodman CKL Data" (PDF). Igate Northern plumbing. December 18, 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Goodman CKL Data" (PDF). Igate Northern plumbing. December 18, 2025.
- ↑ "Commercial Goodman CKL" (PDF). Comfortexpertsinc. December 18, 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 "Goodman CKL Service manual" (PDF). Climaproyectos. December 18, 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Goodman CKL" (PDF). Alpine home air. December 18, 2025.
- ↑ "10 SEER Goodman HVAC" (PDF). Goodman Mfg. December 18, 2025.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 "Goodman hvac systems" (PDF). Unilogcorp. December 20, 2025. p. 8.
- ↑ "Goodman hvac systems, GOODMAN CPLE, 10 SEER" (PDF). Alpine home air. December 20, 2025.
- ↑ "Goodman hvac systems, GOODMAN CPLJ, 12 SEER" (PDF). Alpine home air. December 20, 2025.
- ↑ "Goodman AC units, Goodman CPLJ, Heat pump" (PDF) (Press release). Goodman Mfg. December 20, 2025.
- ↑ "Goodman hvac systems, GOODMAN CPLT, 13 SEER" (PDF). Alpine home air. December 20, 2025.
- ↑ "GOODMAN CPLT 13 SEER ENERGY STAR HEAT PUMP" (PDF). Igate Northern plumbing. December 25, 2025.
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 "Goodman hvac systems, Goodman CLQ, 14 SEER, most efficient Goodman unit" (PDF). AC Direct. December 20, 2025.
- ↑ "Goodman AC units, Goodman CPKE, old Heat pump soon to be gone" (PDF). Wizard young supply. December 20, 2025.
External links
- Goodman Mfg. CKL. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
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