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Overview of the HVAC System Quality Installation (QI) Contractor Checklist. Turn on your speakers and click the “Play” button at right to begin. Overview of the HVAC System Quality Installation (QI) Contractor Checklist. Overview. Purpose of the HVAC System QI Contractor Checklist.
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Overview of the HVAC System Quality Installation (QI) Contractor Checklist Turn on your speakers and click the “Play” button at right to begin
Overview of the HVAC System Quality Installation (QI) Contractor Checklist
Overview • Purpose of the HVAC System QI Contractor Checklist. • Discussion of credentialing requirements for HVAC contractors. • How to learn more and get started. 3
Importance of HVAC Quality Installation and Performance 4
Why is HVAC quality installation and performance important? Correct Sizing & Installation Ventilation Sealed, Insulated & Balanced Ducts 5
HVAC System Quality Installation Contractor Checklist Design Installation 6
Sections 1-5: HVAC system design VentilationDesign Heating & Cooling Design Calculations HVAC Equipment Selection 7
Sections 6-12: In-field quality installation Refrigerant Testing Compressor Condenser 150 btu 150 btu Electrical & Airflow Measurements 100 btu Air Balancing Evaporator Metering Device 100 btu 100 btu Drain Pan & System Controls 300 btu’s out & 300 btu’s in 8
Participation and Credentialing Requirements 9
Contractor participation in the ENERGY STAR Certified Homes program • Contractors must be credentialed to participate. • HVAC QI Training & Oversight Organizations (H-QUITOs) provide the credential, plus training & oversight. EPA H-QUITO H-QUITO H-QUITO HVAC Contractor HVAC Contractor HVAC Contractor HVAC Contractor HVAC Contractor 10
How to Learn More & Get Started 11
ENERGY STAR resources @energystarhomes facebook.com/energystar 12