FavoritePlease sign in to add this to your favorites. Topic: Ducts Subtopic: Duct Sealing Desired Outcome: Deliver air from trunk to termination (register/diffuser) without leakage Manufactured HousingPrintCopy to ExcelEmail TitleSpecification(s)Objective(s) 3.1602.10a Work assessment Installer prework assessment will be conducted to determine: Location Connection types Leakage pointsAccess holes will be created for the work done at each location Verify scope of workGain access to duct connections 3.1602.10b Reduce excess flex duct length Excess flex duct will be removed between the takeoff at trunk and floor register boot Improve air flow 3.1602.10c Duct connection repairs Hard and flex duct branch connections will be rebuilt or repaired using compatible materials and will be mechanically fastened and sealedEnds will be sealed Ensure lasting durable connectionsMinimize air leakageMaximize air flow and distribution 3.1602.10d Repair work access Access hole in the trunk/branch duct will be repaired and sealedInsulation will be reinstalledBottom liner/belly will be repaired Repair work accessMinimize heat transfer 3.1602.10e Combustion Appliance Zone ( CAZ CAZ Combustion appliance zone ) testing CAZ CAZ Combustion appliance zone testing will be performed where combustion appliances are utilized Identify unsafe equipment operating conditions 3.1602.10f Performance testing Pre- and post-retrofit duct leakage will be performance tested using a duct blaster or pressure pan, and results will be documented and reported to the homeowner and/or program Document post-retrofit duct leakage test has been performed Previous Detail Next Detail Back to 3.1602 Duct Sealing Back to Top