Amana Serial Number Lookup
Amana heating and cooling equipment is built by Goodman, so the serial starts with the year and month, and 1207… is July 2012. Enter yours below. This decoder is for Amana HVAC, not Amana appliances.
Part of the hvac age lookup
Serial number age lookup
Where to find the serial number on Amana equipment
Amana HVAC units carry a rating plate on the side of the outdoor unit or inside the furnace’s blower door. Amana model numbers begin with an A, such as ASX (air conditioner), ASZ (heat pump) or AMVC/AMEC (gas furnace), the Amana counterparts of Goodman’s GSX, GSZ and GMVC. The serial is ten digits with no letters.
How the Amana date code works
| Digits | Meaning | Example (1207123456) |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Year | 12 = 2012 |
| 3–4 | Month | 07 = July |
| 5–10 | Production sequence | not part of the date |
- Year
- Month
- Not part of the date
Worked examples
| Serial | Built |
|---|---|
| 1207123456 | July 2012 |
| 0511654321 | November 2005 |
| 2003111222 | March 2020 |
| 9809123456 | September 1998 |
Example serials are made up to show the format; they don't belong to real units.
Two Amanas: appliances vs heating and cooling
The Amana name has an unusual history. It started in the 1930s in the Amana Colonies of Iowa, where the company became known for freezers, refrigerators and, in 1967, the Radarange, one of the first countertop microwave ovens for the home. Over time the brand was split:
- Amana heating and air conditioning was bought by Goodman in 1997, and Goodman has been part of Daikin since 2012. These units use the year-month code on this page.
- Amana appliances (refrigerators, washers, ranges) ended up with Whirlpool. They use a completely different serial format, which we’ll cover separately.
So the same name on your furnace and your fridge doesn’t mean the same code.
Amana vs Goodman: what’s actually different
Amana is positioned as the premium version of Goodman. Many models share their chassis and components with a Goodman equivalent. The differences tend to be in the warranty (Amana’s lifetime unit replacement coverage on many models), cabinet finish, sound insulation and some features. For decoding and parts, treat them as the same family.
How long Amana equipment lasts
| Equipment | Typical life |
|---|---|
| Central air conditioner | 12–17 years |
| Heat pump | 10–15 years |
| Gas furnace | 15–20 years |
Using the warranty
If your Amana unit decodes as relatively young and has a failed compressor or heat exchanger:
- Find out whether it was registered within the required period after installation.
- Confirm you’re the original owner; many lifetime replacement terms don’t transfer.
- Contact the installing dealer, who normally files the claim. Labor is usually not included.
What to do with your result
Under 10 years: check the warranty before paying for any major part.
10 to 15 years: keep up maintenance and price a replacement before agreeing to a big repair.
Over 15 years: plan the replacement. If the unit uses R-22 refrigerant, a leak is likely to be expensive to fix.
Frequently asked questions
How do I read an Amana serial number?
On Amana furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps built by Goodman, the first two digits are the year and the next two are the month. 1207123456 was built in July 2012.
Who makes Amana air conditioners?
Goodman, which is owned by Daikin. Amana is Goodman's premium brand, with longer warranties and some extra features, built in the same plant near Houston.
Does this work for my Amana refrigerator or washer?
No. Amana appliances are made by a different company (Whirlpool) and use a different serial code. This page is for Amana heating and air conditioning only.
What is Amana's lifetime warranty?
Many Amana-brand HVAC units come with a limited lifetime unit replacement warranty for the original owner if the compressor or heat exchanger fails, subject to registration and other terms. Check your registration paperwork.
My Amana is very old and the serial doesn't decode. Why?
Amana HVAC equipment built before Goodman bought the brand in the late 1990s may use older formats. The tool only decodes Goodman-era serials.
Sources and accuracy
The Goodman / Amana / Janitrol decoder is built from these references and cross-checked between them. Facts are restated in our own words; any mistakes are ours.
Status: being verified against real data plates. Rules last reviewed 2026-10-18; page updated 2026-10-28. Not affiliated with Goodman / Amana / Janitrol. Report a wrong result.
Part of the hvac age lookup
This page covers one brand. For all furnace, air conditioner and heat pump brands, go to the hvac age lookup.