Specification History

SWS Version Created Specification ID Title Specification Objective Supporting Materials Rationale Status
Version 2020 08/14/2020 - 14:26 5.0108.3b Equipment selection

Select residential equipment in accordance with the current version of ANSI/ACCA Manual S (Residential Equipment Selection) or equivalent

Select commercial equipment in accordance with the current version of ANSI/ACCA Manual CS (Commercial Applications, Systems and Equipment) or equivalent

Select system that is ENERGY STAR certified or equivalent

Select outdoor units that are corrosion-protected for marine climate zones

When applicable, supply multiple indoor units with a single outdoor unit using manufacturer specifications to determine allowable overage of indoor unit capacity in relation to the outdoor unit and derated capacity of indoor units based on outdoor design temperature

When applicable, select units that offer ducting options (e.g., ceiling cassette units have a knock out for a 5" or 6" duct) and/or have an outdoor air intake

Select equipment capable of meeting the design loads

Equipment operates at optimal efficiency and reduced cost

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Version 2020 08/14/2020 - 14:26 5.0108.3b Equipment selection

Select residential equipment in accordance with the current version of ANSI/ACCA Manual S (Residential Equipment Selection) or equivalent

Select commercial equipment in accordance with the current version of ANSI/ACCA Manual CS (Commercial Applications, Systems and Equipment) or equivalent

Select system that is ENERGY STAR certified or equivalent

Select outdoor units that are corrosion-protected for marine climate zones

When applicable, supply multiple indoor units with a single outdoor unit using manufacturer specifications to determine allowable overage of indoor unit capacity in relation to the outdoor unit and derated capacity of indoor units based on outdoor design temperature

When applicable, select units that offer ducting options (e.g., ceiling cassette units have a knock out for a 5" or 6" duct) and/or have an outdoor air intake

Select equipment capable of meeting the design loads

Equipment operates at optimal efficiency and reduced cost

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