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GE Appliances Altitude Multi 24k R-454B 208/230V 3-Zone Mini-Split
The GE Altitude Multi 3-zone drives three rooms from one 208/230V outdoor unit on R-454B refrigerant, and it carries the highest certified rating in the GE multi-zone lineup: a nominal SEER2 of 24 (EER2 12, HSPF2 10.2), ENERGY STAR certified. It is not AHRI cold-climate designated, so treat it as an efficiency pick for mild-to-moderate winters rather than a hard-freeze unit.
That certified SEER2 is the all-non-ducted nominal; your real efficiency depends on the heads you attach. Heating is rated at 27000 BTU at 47F, 16400 at 17F, and 17600 at 5F.
GE Appliances is a Haier-owned brand and this is the same hardware as the Haier FlexFit Multi, installed by professional dealers and priced by quote.
Refrigerant generation
R-454B - current-generation refrigerant
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- Last sourced
- Jul 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.4 / 10
(24.0 SEER2) among 24k systems
(10.2 HSPF2) among 24k systems
(65.2% heat retained at 5F; -4 F heating floor) among 24k systems
(10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(6 verified features) across the catalogue
(8 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
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Best for
- 3-zone projects in the 24k outdoor capacity class.
- High-efficiency shortlists; SEER2 is 24.
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 18 A; breaker/fuse 25 A.
- Line set: connection type not sourced; precharged 100 ft; max 197 ft.
- 3-zone condenser; indoor-head matching and branch layout are part of the job.
Alternatives
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Extreme Series 3-Zone 27,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-27Z-HH-M4C)
9.0 score / 27k / SEER2 23 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $3,499.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Essentials 3-Zone 24,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (ACIQ-24Z-E-M3)
8.6 score / 24k / SEER2 23 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $1,253.80, checked Jul 29, 2026
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Standard Series 3-Zone 27,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ES-27Z-M4C)
8.5 score / 27k / SEER2 25 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $2,049.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
Availability and price context
We could not verify a current retail price for this model. GE Appliances multi-zone systems are sold through professional installation channels, so we link to contractor quotes rather than a retail price.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Jul 29, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 29, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 4
- Newest source retrieved
- Jul 29, 2026
Warranty tiers
Warranty: 5 years parts and no separate compressor term published as standard; 10 years parts and no separate compressor term published if the system is registered.
Strengths
- Three zones from one outdoor unit, with the line's top certified SEER2 of 24.
- ENERGY STAR certified, EER2 12 / HSPF2 10.2 on current R-454B refrigerant.
- One 208/230V circuit for three rooms, backed by GE's national service network.
Weaknesses
- Not AHRI cold-climate designated - not the pick for hard-freeze winters.
- Professional dealer installation required; not DIY, and priced by quote only.
- Three-zone capacity is shared; size to the condenser, not three full rooms.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -4 F[2]
- Rated heating at 5F
- 17,600 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 16,400 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 27,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- GE Appliances
- Brand
- GE Appliances
- Product line
- Altitude Multi
- Model number
- 3G24AD2BEA
- Indoor unit model
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor unit model
- 3G24AD2BEA
- Number of zones
- 3
- Max indoor units
- 3 units[1]
- Rated cooling capacity
- 24,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Rated heating capacity
- 27,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 18 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 25 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 24 SEER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- EER2
- 12 EER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 10.2 HSPF2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- Certified per indoor-unit combination, not per outdoor unit
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 1.8 COPNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -4 F[2]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- 14 F[2]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 115 F[2]
- Indoor noise range
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor noise rating
- 53 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- 112 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-454BNon-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Refrigerant charge
- 60 oz[1]
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 1/4 in liquid / 3/8 in; 1/2 in adapter listed suction
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 197 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82 ft[2]
- Maximum elevation difference
- 50 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[4]
- AHRI certification number
- 217009762Non-Ducted Indoor Units[3]
- Warranty
- Standard: 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term (limited parts warranty); Best case: 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term (registered limited parts warranty). 5-year limited parts warranty; 10-year registered limited parts warranty with registration.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- GE Appliances multi-zone systems are sold through professional installation channels, so we link to contractor quotes rather than a retail price.
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public detail for 3G24AD2BEA, ENERGY STAR exact AHRI rows for 3G24AD2BEA, 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances installation instructions, 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances Air & Water product page, Lead-gen/no-retail audit for 3G24AD2BEA, 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances specification guide, 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances Altitude Multi submittal, 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances warranty
- Specification sheet
- 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances specification guide
- Last sourced date
- Jul 29, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- 1/4 in[1]
- Suction line
- 3/8 in; 1/2 in adapter listed[2]
- Line connection type
- not published
- Precharged length
- 100 ft[2]
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 197 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82 ft[2]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor dimensions
- 36 x 14.5 x 27.5625 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- 112 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the GE Appliances Altitude Multi 3-Zone 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (3G24AD2BEA) myself, or do I need a pro?
- GE Appliances Altitude Multi 3-Zone 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (3G24AD2BEA) is built for professional installation: the line set must be flared, evacuated, and charged, which requires EPA-certified refrigerant handling. Installing it outside the manufacturer's requirements can void the warranty, so budget for a qualified HVAC installer.
- Will the GE Appliances Altitude Multi 3-Zone 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (3G24AD2BEA) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The manufacturer publishes 17,600 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -4 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10.2 HSPF2. Match those numbers against your climate's design temperature - in cold regions, output at 5F matters far more than the nameplate capacity measured at 47F.
- What electrical circuit does the GE Appliances Altitude Multi 3-Zone 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (3G24AD2BEA) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 18 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 25 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
- How far can the outdoor unit be from the indoor head?
- The published maximum line-set length is 197 ft, and the included line set comes pre-charged for 100 ft. Longer runs than the included set allows typically mean added refrigerant and a pro visit, so measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the GE Appliances Altitude Multi 3-Zone 24,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (3G24AD2BEA) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term (limited parts warranty); Best case: 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term (registered limited parts warranty). Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.
Data sources
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- GE Appliances Air & Water: 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances Altitude Multi product pageSourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage and more
- GE Appliances Air & Water: 3G24AD2BEA GE Appliances Altitude Multi submittalSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers electrical_spec.guaranteed_voltage_range, Precharged length, Suction line size, Max line set per indoor, Minimum outdoor cooling temperature, Minimum outdoor heating temperature and more
- Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI Appendix M1 public detail for 3G24AD2BEASourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity, HSPF2 (Region 4) and more
- ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR product database exact AHRI rows for 3G24AD2BEASourced - secondary source
Covers performance_spec.energy_star_cold_climate, Energy Star status
Last updated
Jul 29, 2026