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GE Appliances GE Endure 32.4k R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split

Certified capacity
32,400 BTU/h[3]
SEER2
20 SEER2[3]
Heating floor
-22 F[2]
Voltage
230 V[1]
Install path
Professional install

This is the largest Endure head, a single-zone 32,400 BTU cooling heat pump on 230V running low-GWP R-454B. It posts 20 SEER2, a 10.5 EER2, and 9.5 HSPF2, and it is both ENERGY STAR certified and cold-climate designated. It is the line's biggest heater, delivering 37,000 BTU at 47F and 26,200 BTU at 5F.

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Refrigerant generation

R-454B - current-generation refrigerant

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GE Appliances Endure 32,400 BTU R-454B 208/230V (GS36WB2BEA / 1G3036ED2BEA) mini-split heat pump outdoor condenser

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Last sourced
Jul 27, 2026

SplitAtlas score

8.1 / 10

Methodology
Cooling efficiencyBelow average

(20.0 SEER2) among 36k systems

Heating efficiencyBelow average

(9.5 HSPF2) among 36k systems

Cold-weather performanceAbove average

(70.8% heat retained at 5F; -22 F heating floor) among 36k systems

NoiseBottom quartile

(40 dBA indoor min / 73 dBA outdoor) among 36k systems

WarrantyAbove average

(10 yr parts / 10 yr compressor) across the catalogue

Feature setTop quartile

(6 verified features) across the catalogue

Documentation & partsBelow average

(8 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue

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Key ratings

Rated cooling

32,400BTU/h[3]

Rated heating

37,000BTU/h[3]

Best-fit use cases

Best for a very large room or open space in a cold climate that needs maximum single-head heating capacity from a certified, efficient premium unit.

Buyer review snapshot

Install difficulty

Professional install
  • Electrical: 230V; MCA 25 A; breaker/fuse 40 A.
  • Line set: connection type not sourced; max 165 ft.

Alternatives

Availability and price context

We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-07-27.

Source date

Model data sourced
Jul 27, 2026
Page reviewed
Jul 27, 2026
Source-backed records
4
Newest source retrieved
Jul 27, 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.

Review methodology

Model context

Structured ratings
Certification: ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -22 F.

Strengths

  • Highest heat output in the line, 37,000 BTU at 47F and 26,200 BTU at 5F
  • Cold-climate designated and ENERGY STAR certified even at this large capacity
  • Holds a respectable 20 SEER2 for a 3-ton-class head

Weaknesses

  • 10.5 EER2 is soft on peak-load efficiency versus the smaller Endure heads
  • A 3-ton single head is a lot of load for one room; a zoned design often fits better
  • Loudest of the group, with a 40 dB(A) floor

Climate suitability

Minimum heating ambient
-22 F[2]
Rated heating at 5F
26,200 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 17F
24,000 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating at 47F
37,000 BTU/h[3]

Specifications

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Manufacturer
GE Appliances
Brand
GE Appliances
Product line
GE Endure
Model number
GS36WB2BEA indoor / 1G3036ED2BEA outdoor
Indoor unit model
GS36WB2BEA
Outdoor unit model
1G3036ED2BEA
Number of zones
1
Max indoor units
not published
Rated cooling capacity
32,400 BTU/h[3]
Rated heating capacity
37,000 BTU/h[3]
Voltage
230 V[1]
MCA
25 A[2]
Maximum fuse or breaker size
40 A[2]
Breaker needed
not published
SEER2
20 SEER2[3]
EER2
10.5 EER2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 4)
9.5 HSPF2[3]
HSPF2 (Region 5)
not published
COP
not published
COP at 47F
not published
COP at 5F
1.8 COP[3]
Minimum outdoor heating temperature
-22 F[2]
Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
23 F[2]
Maximum outdoor temperature
115 F[2]
Indoor noise range
56/54/50/44/40 dB(A)[1]
Outdoor noise rating
73 dBA[2]
Indoor weight
46.337 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
165.42 lb[1]
Refrigerant
R-454B[3]
Refrigerant charge
109.4 oz[2]
Manufacturer coverage
not published
Line-set size
3/8 in liquid / 5/8 in suction
Included line-set length
not published
Maximum line-set length
165 ft[2]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Maximum elevation difference
100 ft[2]
Max height between indoor units
not published
Wi-Fi support
not published
Energy Star status
ENERGY STAR certified[4]
AHRI certification number
217465737[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
We could not find a published consumer price for this model when we last checked on 2026-07-27.
Available retailers
not published
Manual links
AHRI public directory record 217465737, ENERGY STAR exact check 217465737, 1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEA GE installation instructions, 1G3036ED2BEA GE Appliances Air & Water product page, GS36WB2BEA GE Appliances Air & Water product page, HVACDirect exact search 1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEA, 1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEA GE specification guide or submittal, 1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEA GE warranty
Specification sheet
1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEA GE specification guide or submittal
Last sourced date
Jul 27, 2026

Electrical requirements

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Voltage
230 V[1]
Voltage range
208/230V[1]
Phase
1[1]
Frequency
60 Hz[1]
MCA
25 A[2]
Breaker needed
not published
Maximum breaker size
not published
Maximum fuse size
40 A[2]
Maximum cooling current
not published
Maximum heating current
not published
Manufacturer wire notes
not published

Installation considerations

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Liquid line
3/8 in[1]
Suction line
5/8 in[1]
Line connection type
not published
Precharged length
not published
Included line-set length
not published
Maximum line-set length
165 ft[2]
Max line set per indoor
not published
Max height between indoor units
not published
Indoor dimensions
51.8 in W x 14.4 in H x 10.8 in D[1]
Outdoor dimensions
43.13 in W x 33.06 in H x 19.88 in D[2]
Indoor weight
46.337 lb[1]
Outdoor weight
165.42 lb[1]
Drain size
not published

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Frequently asked questions

Can I install the GE Appliances Endure 32,400 BTU R-454B 208/230V (GS36WB2BEA / 1G3036ED2BEA) myself, or do I need a pro?
GE Appliances Endure 32,400 BTU R-454B 208/230V (GS36WB2BEA / 1G3036ED2BEA) 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 Endure 32,400 BTU R-454B 208/230V (GS36WB2BEA / 1G3036ED2BEA) keep heating in a cold winter?
The manufacturer publishes 26,200 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 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 Endure 32,400 BTU R-454B 208/230V (GS36WB2BEA / 1G3036ED2BEA) need?
Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 25 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 40 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 165 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 Endure 32,400 BTU R-454B 208/230V (GS36WB2BEA / 1G3036ED2BEA) 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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  1. GE Appliances Air & Water: 1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEA GE Appliances product pagesSourced - manufacturer product page

    Covers Frequency, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range, Indoor dimensions, Indoor noise range and more

  2. GE Appliances Air & Water: GE Endure Single Zone specification guide derived highwall valuesSourced - manufacturer technical document

    Covers Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Maximum elevation difference, Maximum line-set length, Outdoor dimensions, Outdoor noise rating and more

  3. Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute: AHRI Appendix M1 public detail for 1G3036ED2BEA / GS36WB2BEASourced - AHRI directory

    Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more

  4. ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 217465737Sourced - Energy Star listing

    Covers Energy Star status

Last updated

Jul 27, 2026