This is a wall-sleeve heat pump air conditioner and heater for hotel rooms, apartments, additions, or offices where central ductwork isn't available. It's built for property managers and homeowners who need self-contained, per-room heating and cooling with backup electric heat for cold-snap days.
The HEH153J35AXXX is Amana's high-efficiency PTHP chassis: a heat pump compressor with electric heat backup, sized for hospitality rooms, additions, and multi-family units where a heat pump's efficiency matters for shoulder-season heating. All units in this family meet or exceed ASHRAE 90.1. Note: If you would like to review the manufacturer Product Specifications, Warranty, Brochure, etc., for this system, please refer to the "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above on this page.
Critical Fit & Power Requirements
- Wall sleeve opening: Standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high.
- Voltage: 230/208V (dual-rated; ratings on this page are 230V/208V pairs).
- Total amps with electric heat installed: 15.5A (230V) / 14.1A (208V). MCA: 19.5A. MOP: 20A.
- NEMA plug: 6-20P factory-installed power cord, ships with an LCDI device per UL 484 (applies to all units under 250V).
- Wall Sleeve is NOT included and must be ordered separately.
- Exterior Architectural Grille is NOT included and must be ordered separately.
- Not compatible with 115V circuits.
- Not a 265V unit — do not pair with a 265V sub-base, hardwire kit, or 265V disconnect switch.
- Not a drop-in fit for non-standard or custom sleeve openings; confirm your rough opening matches 42 in x 16-1/16 in before ordering.
The most common callback on a PTHP swap-in isn't the electrical — it's condensate weeping into the drywall six months later. When you set the sleeve into the rough opening, pitch it 1/4 bubble toward the outside wall using a torpedo level; a sleeve installed dead-level or pitched inward will pool water at the rear and wick into the interior wall cavity over time. Confirm the sleeve extends a minimum of 1/4 in beyond the exterior wall face before you foam or caulk it in. On the electrical side, this unit ships with a 6-20P plug — verify the wall receptacle is wired to a matching NEMA 6-20 configuration (20A, 230/208V) per your local NEC receptacle chart before commissioning; a mismatched receptacle is the fastest way to force a field-cut cord end, which is not a property-management best practice on a unit still under warranty.
Key Benefits
- Heat pump operation delivers 14,400/14,200 BTU/h of heating without relying on electric strip heat in moderate outdoor temperatures.
- 3.5/3.0 kW electric heat backup covers cold-snap heating demand when the heat pump alone can't keep up.
- EER of 10.7/11.0 and COP of 3.2/3.2 support efficient year-round operation.
- 4.4 pints/hour of dehumidification helps manage humidity in guest rooms and living spaces.
- Built-in fresh air ventilation (65-95 CFM) for make-up air without opening a window.
- R-32 refrigerant chassis.
| Spec | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| System Type | PTHP (Packaged Terminal Heat Pump) | - |
| Cooling Capacity (230V/208V) | 14,500/14,400 | BTU/h |
| Heating Capacity - Heat Pump (230V/208V) | 14,400/14,200 | BTU/h |
| Heating Capacity - Electric Heat (230V) | 12,000 | BTU/h |
| Heating Capacity - Electric Heat (208V) | 9,900 | BTU/h |
| Electric Heat Strip Size (230V/208V) | 3.5/3.0 | kW |
| Electric Heat Stages | 1 | - |
| Voltage | 230/208 | V |
| Cooling Amps (compressor only) | 6.7 | A |
| Cooling Watts (230V/208V) | 1,355/1,305 | W |
| Heating Amps - Heat Pump (compressor only) | 6.7 | A |
| Heating Watts - Heat Pump (230V/208V) | 1,315/1,300 | W |
| Total Watts with Electric Heat (230V/208V) | 3,570/2,935 | W |
| Total Amps with Electric Heat (230V/208V) | 15.5/14.1 | A |
| MCA with Electric Heat | 19.5 | A |
| MOP with Electric Heat | 20 | A |
| NEMA Plug Type / Power Cord | 6-20P | - |
| EER (230V/208V) | 10.7/11.0 | - |
| COP (230V/208V) | 3.2/3.2 | - |
| CFM Wet Coil (High/Low) | 400/314 | CFM |
| CFM Dry Coil (High/Low) | 354/354 | CFM |
| Fresh Air Ventilation | 65-95 | CFM |
| Dehumidification | 4.4 | pints/hr |
| Net Weight | 113 | lb |
| Shipping Weight | 130 | lb |
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 | - |
| Wall Sleeve Compatibility | Standard 42 x 16-1/16 | in |
| Wall Sleeve Included | Not Included | - |
| Exterior Architectural Grille Included | Not Included | - |
Note: See "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above for full specifications.
Compatibility & Fitment
- Compatible with 230/208V circuits via the factory-installed 6-20P power cord and a matching NEMA 6-20 receptacle.
- Fits industry-standard 42 in x 16-1/16 in wall sleeve openings (e.g., Amana WS900E, WS900QW, WS900SC, WS900GS sleeve families).
- Wall Sleeve NOT included — order separately.
- Exterior Architectural Grille NOT included — order separately (SGK, AGK, or PGK grille families).
- Not compatible with 115V circuits.
- Not for 265V hardwire-only applications; no 265V sub-base or hardwire kit applies to this model.
- Not a drop-in replacement for non-standard or custom sleeve openings — verify rough opening dimensions before ordering.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 |
| NEC / UL Compliance | Power cord includes LCDI device per UL 484 (units under 250V) |
| Efficiency Standard | Meets or exceeds ASHRAE 90.1 |
FAQ
Is the wall sleeve included with this unit?
No. The wall sleeve is sold separately. This chassis fits the industry-standard 42 in x 16-1/16 in wall sleeve opening (e.g., Amana WS900E/WS900QW family), but you must order the sleeve as a separate line item.
What breaker size and plug type does this unit require?
With the 3.5/3.0 kW electric heat strip installed, this unit has an MCA of 19.5A and requires a 20A maximum overcurrent protection device. It ships with a factory-installed 6-20P power cord for a 230/208V, 20A NEMA 6-20 receptacle.
Can this be hardwired for 265V commercial applications?
No. This model is built for 230/208V circuits, not 265V. It is not compatible with 265V circuits and does not use the Amana PTSB4**E sub-base or PTPWHWK4 hardwire kit, which apply only to 265V chassis.
Does this require a licensed electrician or HVAC professional to install and keep the warranty valid?
The manufacturer's exact installation and warranty conditions are detailed in the warranty PDF. Refer to the "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above for the full terms before installation.
Will this fit a standard 42-inch by 16-inch wall sleeve opening?
Yes. This chassis is designed for the industry-standard 42 in wide x 16-1/16 in high wall sleeve opening. It is not a drop-in fit for non-standard or custom sleeve openings.
Warranty & Registration
This unit carries a 1-Year Repair/Replace warranty and a 5-Year Parts Limited Warranty on the sealed system, per the manufacturer's published warranty badge terms. Exact conditions — including any distinction between residential and commercial/hospitality usage — are set out in the manufacturer warranty document. Refer to the "Resources (System Manuals and Warranty)" Tab above on this page for the full warranty PDF before you install or register the unit. If anything in that document is unclear, ask us before you order — we always reply back.
