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GE Appliances GE Caliber 9k R-454B 115V Mini-Split
The Caliber 9k in 115V is the plug-friendly retrofit star of GE's mid line, a single-zone 9,000 BTU cooling heat pump that runs on a standard 115V circuit with low-GWP R-454B. It posts 20 SEER2, 12 EER2, and 9.5 HSPF2, and it is ENERGY STAR certified and cold-climate designated. Heating comes in at 10,000 BTU at 47F and 7,000 BTU at 5F.
Refrigerant generation
R-454B - current-generation refrigerant
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- Last sourced
- Jul 27, 2026
SplitAtlas score
7.6 / 10
(20.0 SEER2) among <=9k systems
(9.5 HSPF2) among <=9k systems
(5F certified capacity: 70% of the 47F rating; -4 F heating floor) among <=9k systems
(32 dBA indoor min / 54 dBA outdoor) among <=9k systems
(10 yr parts, no separate compressor term) across the catalogue
(6 verified features) across the catalogue
(8 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
Best-fit use cases
The go-to for retrofits, additions, and older homes where running a new 230V line is impractical but you still want cold-climate-rated comfort in a bedroom or office.
Buyer review snapshot
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 115V; MCA 18 A; breaker/fuse 25 A.
- Line set: connection type not sourced; max 66 ft.
Alternatives
- Blueridge XS6 Max Efficiency 9,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXS6A09WM0 / BXS6A09UC0)
8.9 score / 9k / SEER2 33.3 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at Alpine Home Air: $1,689.00, checked Jul 24, 2026
- Senville ELITE 9,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (SENE-09EL-IHH / SENE-09EL-OH)
8.9 score / 9k / SEER2 33.3 / -22 F heating floor / 187-253V
Exact destination at Senville: $1,599.99, checked Jul 24, 2026
- ACiQ Extreme 9,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-09W-HH-MD / ACIQ-09ZPL-HP230C)
8.9 score / 9k / SEER2 27.4 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $1,499.99, checked Jul 26, 2026
Availability and price context
This system needs a professional install, so its real price is an installed quote that depends on your home. We don't link to a listing for this exact model; get installation quotes to price it.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Jul 27, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 27, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 3
- Newest source retrieved
- Jul 27, 2026
Warranty tiers
- Base
- 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term - limited parts warranty
- Registered
- 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term - registered limited parts warranty
The score uses Registered. Additional published terms are shown for reference and not counted in the score.
Model context
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -4 F.
Strengths
- Runs on a common 115V circuit, ideal where 230V is not available
- Cold-climate designated and ENERGY STAR certified
- Solid 20 SEER2 with a full 12 EER2
Weaknesses
- 7,000 BTU at 5F is the lowest deep-cold output among GE's 9k heads
- Indoor head floor of 32 dB(A) is a touch louder than the 230V 9k options
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -4 F[1]
- Certified heating at 5F
- 7,000 BTU/h[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 6,400 BTU/h[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 10,000 BTU/h[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- GE Appliances
- Brand
- GE Appliances
- Product line
- GE Caliber
- Model number
- GS09WB1BEA indoor / 1G09CB1BEA outdoor
- Indoor unit model
- GS09WB1BEA
- Outdoor unit model
- 1G09CB1BEA
- Number of zones
- 1
- Max indoor units
- not published
- Rated cooling capacity
- 9,000 BTU/h[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 10,000 BTU/h[2]
- Voltage
- 115 V[1]
- MCA
- 18 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 25 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 20 SEER2[2]
- EER2
- 12 EER2[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 9.5 HSPF2[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- not published
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 1.8 COP[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -4 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- not published
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- not published
- Indoor noise range
- 46/43/40/39/32 dB(A)[1]
- Outdoor noise rating
- 54 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- 21.844 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 65.312 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-454B[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- 30.3 oz[1]
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 1/4 in liquid / 3/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- not published
- Maximum line-set length
- 66 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Maximum elevation difference
- 33 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- not published
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 215565288[2]
- Warranty
- Base: 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term (limited parts warranty); Registered: 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term (registered limited parts warranty). Score uses Registered.. 5-year limited parts warranty; 10-year registered limited parts warranty with registration.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- Installed quote only
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public directory record 215565288, ENERGY STAR exact check 215565288, 1G09CB1BEA / GS09WB1BEA GE installation instructions, 1G09CB1BEA GE Appliances Air & Water product page, GS09WB1BEA GE Appliances Air & Water product page, 1G09CB1BEA / GS09WB1BEA GE specification guide or submittal, 1G09CB1BEA / GS09WB1BEA GE warranty
- Specification sheet
- 1G09CB1BEA / GS09WB1BEA GE specification guide or submittal
- Last sourced date
- Jul 27, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- 1/4 in[1]
- Suction line
- 3/8 in[1]
- Line connection type
- not published
- Precharged length
- not published
- Included line-set length
- not published
- Maximum line-set length
- 66 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- 33.75 in W x 11.875 in H x 7.75 in D[1]
- Outdoor dimensions
- 34 in W x 21.75 in H x 11 in D[1]
- Indoor weight
- 21.844 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 65.312 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the GE Appliances Caliber 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (GS09WB1BEA / 1G09CB1BEA) myself, or do I need a pro?
- GE Appliances Caliber 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (GS09WB1BEA / 1G09CB1BEA) 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 Caliber 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (GS09WB1BEA / 1G09CB1BEA) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 7,000 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -4 F. Certified heating efficiency is 9.5 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 Caliber 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (GS09WB1BEA / 1G09CB1BEA) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 115 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 66 ft. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the GE Appliances Caliber 9,000 BTU R-454B 115V (GS09WB1BEA / 1G09CB1BEA) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Base: 5 yr parts / no separate compressor term (limited parts warranty); Registered: 10 yr parts / no separate compressor term (registered limited parts warranty). Score uses Registered.. 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: 1G09CB1BEA / GS09WB1BEA GE Appliances product pagesSourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Frequency, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range and more
- Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI Appendix M1 public detail for 1G09CB1BEA / GS09WB1BEASourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more
- ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 215565288Sourced - Energy Star listing
Covers Energy Star status
Last updated
Jul 27, 2026