{"product_id":"goodman-40-000-btu-96-variable-speed-gas-furnace-17-5-width-downflow-horizontal-two-stage-115v-r32","title":"Goodman - 40,000 BTU 96% Variable Speed Gas Furnace - 17.5\" Width - Downflow \/ Horizontal - Two Stage - 115V - R32 - GDVT960403BN","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoodman - 40,000 BTU 96% Variable Speed Gas Furnace - 17.5\" Width - Downflow \/ Horizontal - Two Stage - 115V - R32 - GDVT960403BN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a 96% efficiency rating, a variable-speed blower motor, and two stage gas valves, the GDVT960403BN is part of Goodman's top-tier furnace series. If you're looking to reduce your gas bill, the GDVT960403BN is an excellent choice, offering one of the best efficiency levels available on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal to heat a small to medium house (in an ideal climate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40,000 BTU 96% AFUE modulating variable speed natural gas furnace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires plastic\/PVC flue venting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be installed in the downflow or horizontal orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be converted to propane with an LP conversion kit (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative design for electrical efficiency, safety, and lower sound output\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle 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class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eGDVT960403BN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eWeight (in lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e116.000000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eAirflow Direction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eDownflow\/Horizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eExhaust Flue Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003ePlastic \/ PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eR-32 Compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eBrand\/Manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eGoodman\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eNew Refrigerant Compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eFurnace Efficiency \/ AFUE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e96%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eHeating BTU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e40,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eDownflow\/Horizontal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eEnergy Star\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003ePropane, Natural Gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e34 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e17 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e28 7\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eManual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/3104\/1346\/files\/GRVT96-GDVT96-Install-Manual.pdf?v=1760249705\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eInstallation Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/3104\/1346\/files\/Goodman-R32-GDVT96-Spec-Sheet.pdf?v=1760249698\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications Sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h3ue9\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"58\"\u003e40,000 BTU Heating Output\u003c\/strong\u003e – Perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"100\"\u003esmall to mid‑size homes\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering efficient and consistent warmth during cold weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qkqpns\" data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"316\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"197\"\u003e96% AFUE High Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e – Delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"239\"\u003eexcellent fuel utilization\u003c\/strong\u003e, significantly lowering heating costs compared with standard 80% furnaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1erhv7w\" data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"351\"\u003eVariable Speed Blower Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides \u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"398\"\u003equieter, more efficient airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e, improved humidity control, and enhanced comfort with fewer temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qzmgvy\" data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eTwo‑Stage Gas Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e – Runs primarily at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"566\"\u003elow stage for everyday heating\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing noise and improving overall comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"123ntlh\" data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eCompact 17.5″ Width\u003c\/strong\u003e – Slim design allows installation in \u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"696\"\u003etight spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e like closets, garages, and small utility rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kvcnce\" data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eDownflow\/Horizontal Flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supports \u003cstrong data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"835\"\u003emultiple installation orientations\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it adaptable to 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\u003cstrong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e96% of fuel is converted to heat\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering \u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"476\"\u003ehigh energy efficiency and lower heating costs\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to standard models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eQ: What are the benefits of two‑stage heating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eA: \u003cstrong data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eTwo‑stage heating\u003c\/strong\u003e runs mostly at the lower stage for \u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"679\"\u003equieter operation, improved comfort, and energy savings\u003c\/strong\u003e, switching to high only in extreme cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eQ: How does the variable speed blower improve 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