defrost timer

[chrism9232]

i have a goodman heatpump. this is the one i have http://www.goodmanmfg.com/Home/Products/HeatPumpSystems/14SEERSSZ14/tabid/218/Default.aspx

what should the defrost timer be set to. it is set to 45min right now. is that the best setting? i was told that if it need it before that it will come on anyway is that true

[beenthere]

No, the compressor must accumilate 45 minutes of run time before the defrost cycle will begin again.

What it should be set to varies with the area.

[chrism9232]

do you think it would be ok to turn it up to 60 min

[sammy37]

Beenthere says it depends on the area you live in, which is true. Why dont you call the installer back out to set it for you.

[beenthere]

Not familar with your winter conditions, so I don't know if 60 is too long, or ok.

Ask your contractor if they have trouble at 60 minutes.