{"product_id":"thermopompe-centrale-arcoaire-hsh6-haut-de-gamme-4-tonnes-48000-btu-cabinet-fjma4x-r410a","title":"Central Heat Pump ARCOAIRE HSH6 Premium | 4 Tons - 48,000 BTU (Air Handler FJMA4X) - R410A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeat and cool a large home through its ducts, with an installation designed for winter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ecentral heat pump\u003c\/strong\u003e is judged as much by its installation as by its equipment. In a large home with \u003cstrong\u003eductwork\u003c\/strong\u003e, the outdoor unit works outside twelve months a year, under snow, freezing rain and the July sun. The \u003cstrong\u003eCentral Heat Pump ARCOAIRE HSH6 Premium | 4 Tons - 48,000 BTU (Air Handler FJMA4X) - R410A\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs the \u003cstrong\u003eHSH648GKA\u003c\/strong\u003e outdoor unit with the \u003cstrong\u003eFJMA4X48L0CB\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor unit, an air handler that pushes air through the existing duct system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pairing from Arcoaire's Premium range is offered while supplies last. This page focuses on what happens outside the house: the location, the stand, defrost water and the connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA 4-ton central heat pump, for which homes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e4-ton\u003c\/strong\u003e size typically targets large homes with ducts: a two-level home with bedrooms above a garage, a spread-out single-storey home with a finished basement, or an enlarged home whose duct system serves many rooms. These are typical examples; floor area alone does not decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe confirm the size with a room-by-room load calculation, taking into account insulation, windows and airtightness. An oversized unit runs short cycles and dehumidifies poorly; an undersized one calls on the backup heat more often. If the calculation points to another size, we recommend it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the certificate shows\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pairing of the \u003cstrong\u003eHSH648GKA\u003c\/strong\u003e outdoor unit and the \u003cstrong\u003eFJMA4X48L0CB\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor unit carries certificate \u003cstrong\u003eAHRI 210448576\u003c\/strong\u003e, issued under the former test method, which predates SEER2 and HSPF2 ratings. Its ratings are not directly comparable to the SEER2 and HSPF2 ratings of recent units, so we do not mix them with those. We confirm during the visit the ratings that apply to the installed system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat this means for your project\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis page therefore publishes no efficiency rating for this pairing. If you are comparing several systems, we present you with data measured the same way, so the comparison holds. The confirmed ratings are also used to check grant eligibility before signing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat does not change is the way we size and install the system: load calculation, duct inspection, choice of the outdoor location and sizing of the backup heat are done the same way, whatever the certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLogisVert\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pairing does not carry an amount on Hydro-Québec's \u003cstrong\u003eLogisVert\u003c\/strong\u003e list of October 19, 2026. If the grant matters for your project, we will point you to an eligible pairing of comparable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow the system heats and cools\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn winter, the \u003cstrong\u003eHSH648GKA\u003c\/strong\u003e outdoor unit captures the heat contained in the outdoor air; the \u003cstrong\u003eR-410A\u003c\/strong\u003e refrigerant carries it to the coil of the \u003cstrong\u003eFJMA4X48L0CB\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor unit, whose blower distributes it through the \u003cstrong\u003educts\u003c\/strong\u003e. In summer, a reversing valve flips the cycle: heat is captured inside the house and released outdoors, and the coil removes moisture from the air at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe indoor unit takes the place of the old furnace or air handler. It also holds the filter and receives the backup heat. Warm or cool air comes out of the existing registers, with no visible equipment in the rooms, and a single thermostat controls everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn deep cold, the backup heat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pairing is a conventional central heat pump; it is not listed as a cold-climate heat pump. Its heating capacity decreases with the outdoor temperature. In deep cold, the air handler's \u003cstrong\u003ebackup heat\u003c\/strong\u003e, or the existing furnace in an installation that keeps it, takes over. The thermostat runs the heat pump first and only calls on the backup when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a home that needs \u003cstrong\u003e4 tons\u003c\/strong\u003e, the backup heat represents a significant electrical load. We size it according to the load calculation, then check that it can run at the same time as the heat pump without exceeding the panel's capacity. This check is part of the visit, not a bad surprise on installation day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAn installation designed for Quebec winters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe indoor unit takes the place of the old furnace or air handler and connects to the existing \u003cstrong\u003educt system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Before the quote, we check duct sizes and the air return, because a central heat pump only delivers its full efficiency if the airflow keeps up. The outdoor unit goes on a stand, above the snow line, on a \u003cstrong\u003ededicated circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to place the outdoor unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right location is decided during the visit, by looking at the house in winter as much as in summer. We avoid spots where snow builds up in drifts, the area under a roof without a gutter where snow and ice fall, and corners where the wind packs snow against the wall. We take into account the dryer vent, bedroom windows, the property line and access for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA unit of this size needs air: it must be able to draw in and discharge air freely, without being squeezed under a deck or behind a dense hedge. A well-chosen location keeps it efficient and easy to maintain throughout its service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGround stand or wall bracket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn every case, the outdoor unit is raised above the snow line. Depending on the site, we set it on a ground stand, stable and level, or on a wall bracket fastened to the structure. A ground stand is often preferable near bedrooms, because it avoids transmitting vibrations to the wall. A wall bracket frees up the yard and is sometimes the only option when space is tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDefrost water and the condensate drain\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn winter, the outdoor unit defrosts periodically; white vapour rises from it and meltwater runs under the unit. This water must drain away freely, without forming ice that builds up toward the coil or an icy patch on a walkway. We take this into account when choosing the location and the height of the stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndoors, the air handler produces condensate in summer. The drain is connected to a compliant discharge point, with its slope checked; if there is no floor drain nearby, we plan a condensate pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLine set and electrical connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe copper line set connects the two units. It is insulated along its full length, protected where it runs along the wall, and the penetration through the foundation or wall is sealed against air and water. It is evacuated and checked before the refrigerant is released.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heat pump is fed by a \u003cstrong\u003ededicated circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the backup heat by its own circuit. During the visit, we check that the electrical panel has the capacity needed for both; if work is required, it appears in the quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the system filter according to its format, keep the outdoor unit clear of snow and leaves, and plan annual \u003cstrong\u003eHVAC\u003c\/strong\u003e maintenance of the coil, condensate drain and electrical connections. In winter, white vapour during defrost is normal. When clearing snow, do not throw it toward the outdoor unit, and clear the unit by hand after a storm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAirGreen, for the life of the installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA family business active for more than fifteen years in \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLaval\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLongueuil\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, we hold RBQ licences for ventilation, refrigeration and electrical work and carry \u003cstrong\u003e$5,000,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in liability insurance. The in-home assessment is free, the quote is in writing, and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/financement-avec-financeit\"\u003efinancing options\u003c\/a\u003e let you choose the right unit rather than the cheapest one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequest your free estimate for the Central Heat Pump ARCOAIRE HSH6 Premium | 4 Tons - 48,000 BTU (Air Handler FJMA4X) - R410A. We assess the home room by room and confirm the right size and your grant eligibility before signing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffered while supplies last.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 years on the compressor, 10 years on parts and 6 years on labor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arcoaire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67797959934244,"sku":"HSH648GKA","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1694\/6724\/files\/THERMOPOMPE_CENTRALE_ARCOAIRE_HSH6_4_TONNES_48000_BTU_R410A_00_MONTREAL_LAVAL_LONGUEUIL_RIVE_SUD.png?v=1793082540","url":"https:\/\/airgreen.ca\/en\/products\/thermopompe-centrale-arcoaire-hsh6-haut-de-gamme-4-tonnes-48000-btu-cabinet-fjma4x-r410a","provider":"AirGreen Climatisation \u0026 Chauffage \/ Air Conditioning \u0026 Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}