| 6.6205.1a
Assessment | Assessment will be done using
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ASHRAE
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, www.ashrae.org
62.2 standard: - Blower door test
- Fan flow measurements
- Calculations
| Determine the ventilation needs of the whole house |
| 6.6205.1b
Selection | Fan type will be capable of continuous operation and selected in accordance with
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ASHRAE
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, www.ashrae.org
62.2 for: - Sizing
- Climate considerations
- Control strategy
- Sone rating
- Durability
Fan will be ENERGY STAR qualified | Determine proper fan selection Minimize energy consumption during fan operation |
| 6.6205.1c
Location | No resistance greater than 3 pascals will exist between fan intake location with reference to the common area Exhaust ventilation for common spaces will not be installed in bathrooms or bedrooms | Ensure fresh air distribution to common areas |
| 6.6205.1d
Climate considerations |
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ASHRAE
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, www.ashrae.org
62.2 will be referenced for climate considerations Whole house mechanical net exhaust flow for hot-humid climate will not exceed 7.5 cubic feet per minute/100 square feet | Maintain building durability Protect occupant health |
| 6.6205.1e
Combustion Appliance Zone (
CAZ
CAZ
Combustion appliance zone
) testing |
CAZ
CAZ
Combustion appliance zone
test will be performed where combustion appliances are utilized, where applicable | Identify possible conditions that can cause unsafe equipment operating conditions |
| 6.6205.1f
Occupant education | Occupant will be educated on: - Purpose of the ventilation system
- Proper operation and use of controls
- Cost and benefit of system
- Manual shut off
A label indicating the presence and purpose of the ventilation system will be included or a copy of the system operation guide will be posted at the electrical panel Operation guide or label will be permanently attached and in full sight | Ensure occupant is educated on the safe and efficient operation of the system Deliver intended air exchange |
| 6.6205.1g
Total exhaust airflow | Total exhaust system airflow will be measured | Ensure exhaust airflow is as designed |