Freestanding Water Coolers

Detail ID 7.0106.2
Topic
Plug Load
Subtopic
Vending and Beverage
Desired Outcome

Safely reduce energy use for freestanding point-of-use water coolers without interfering with egress or accessibility

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

Specifications

  • MF
Specification Objective

Verify electrical receptacle meets the requirements of NFPA 70 (Article 422)

Safe electrical connection

  • MF
Specification Objective

Select water cooler that is ENERGY STAR® qualified, equivalent, or better

If unit provides hot water delivery, includes a child-resistant hot water faucet

Select safe and efficient appliance

  • MF
Specification Objective

Install appliance according to manufacturer specifications and applicable code

Safe and proper installation

  • MF
Specification Objective

Where applicable per ADA, provide clear floor space and unit controls complying with the operable parts provisions of ICC A117.1

Accessible home

  • 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

  • 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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