Lighting Replacement

Detail ID 7.0103.1
Topic
Plug Load
Subtopic
Lighting
Desired Outcome

Improved lighting efficacy without performance loss

SF Single Family Site-Built Housing
MH Manufactured Housing
MF Multifamily Housing

Specifications

  • SF
  • MH
  • MF
Specification Objective

Select lighting that:

is appropriate for the intended application (e.g., enclosed, dimmable, potential for breakage, indoor, and outdoor)

provide lighting level quality required for the intended application (e.g., task lighting, hazards lighting, nightlights)

is the highest level of efficiency within a technology (e.g., LED bulbs)

are ENERGY STAR® qualified, equivalent or better, and UL approved

facilitate upgrade to future lighting technologies

is rated no more than the rated wattage of fixture

Select efficient, reliable, and safe lighting improvements

  • SF
  • MH
  • MF
Specification Objective

Install lighting in accordance with manufacturer specifications and applicable code (i.e., NFPA 70, NFPA 101, NECA/IESNA 500)

If applicable, clean lens and reflector before installing new bulb

Safe and proper installation

  • SF
  • MH
  • MF
Specification Objective

Install all electrical wiring according to applicable code (i.e., NFPA 70)

Safe electrical installation

  • SF
  • MH
  • MF
Specification Objective

Permanently remove equipment from job site and recycle or dispose of removed equipment and refrigerant in accordance with local and federal law (e.g., EPA Section 608 of Clean Air Act of 1990)

Permanently decommission old equipment

Old equipment is permanently removed from service, protect the environment, and comply with regulation

  • SF
  • MH
  • MF
Specification Objective

Provide occupants/owners with user's manual, warranty information, installation instructions, and installer contact information

Manufacturer supplied information available to occupant

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