AHRI Standard 1230

AHRI Standard 1230
2010 Standard for
Performance Rating of
Variable Refrigerant
Flow (VRF) Multi-Split
Air-Conditioning and
Heat Pump Equipment
IMPORTANT
SAFETY DISCLAIMER
AHRI does not set safety standards and does not certify or guarantee the safety of any products, components or
systems designed, tested, rated, installed or operated in accordance with this standard/guideline. It is strongly
recommended that products be designed, constructed, assembled, installed and operated in accordance with
nationally recognized safety standards and code requirements appropriate for products covered by this
standard/guideline.
AHRI uses its best efforts to develop standards/guidelines employing state-of-the-art and accepted industry
practices. AHRI does not certify or guarantee that any tests conducted under its standards/guidelines will be
non-hazardous or free from risk.
Important Note:
Until AHRI Standard 1230 is approved by DOE,VRF multi-split air-cooled air conditioners and heat pumps, below 65,000
Btu/h [19,000 W] shall be rated in accordance with ARI Standard 210/240-2008.
Applicability
Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER) is effective beginning January 1, 2010. Integrated Part-Load Value is in effect
until January 1, 2010. On January 1, 2010, IEER will supersede IPLV.
AHRI CERTIFICATION PROGRAM PROVISIONS

Scope of the Certification Program
The Certification Program includes all Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Multi-Split Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump
Equipment rated at AHRI Standard Rating Conditions (Cooling).
Certified Ratings
The following Certification Program ratings are verified by test:
Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Multi-Split Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump Equipment
a.
For VRF Multi-Split Air-Conditioners < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

1.
2.
b.
Standard Rating Cooling Capacity, Btu/h [W]

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, SEER, Btu/(Wh)
For VRF Multi-Split Air-Conditioners 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

1.
2.
3.

Energy Efficiency Ratio, EER, Btu/(Wh)
Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio, IEER (Integrated Part-Load Value, IPLV is Superseded by IEER
January 1, 2010)
c.
For VRF Multi-Split Heat Pumps < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

1.
2.
3.
4.
d.
For VRF Multi-Split Heat Pumps 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
e.

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, SEER, Btu/(Wh)
High Temperature Heating Standard Rating Capacity, Btu/h [W]
Region IV Heating Seasonal Performance Factor, HSPF, Minimum Design Heating Requirement,
Btu/(Wh)

Energy Efficiency Ratio, EER, Btu/(Wh)
Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio, IEER (Integrated Part-Load Value, IPLV is Superseded by IEER
January 1, 2010)
High Temperature Heating Standard Rating Capacity, Btu/h [W]
High Temperature Coefficient of Performance, COP
Low Temperature Heating Standard Rating Capacity, Btu/h [W]
Low Temperature Coefficient of Performance, COP
For VRF Multi-Split Heat Recovery Heat Pumps

1.
2.
Ratings Appropriate in (c) and (d) above

Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency (SCHE) (50% heating/50% cooling).
f. For VRF Multi-Split Heat Pump Systems that Use a Water Source for Heat Rejection
1. Standard Rating Cooling Capacity, Btu/h [W]
2. Energy Efficiency Ratio, EER, Btu/(Wh)
3. Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio, IEER (Integrated Part-Load Value, IPLV is Superseded by IEER
January 1, 2010)
4. Heating Standard Rating Capacity, Btu/h [W]
5. Heating Coefficient of Performance, COP
6. Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency (SCHE) (50% heating/50% cooling)(Heat Recovery models
only)
Conformance to the requirements of the Maximum Operating Conditions Test, Voltage Tolerance Test, Low-Temperature
Operation Test (Cooling), Insulation Effectiveness Test (Cooling), and Condensate Disposal Test (Cooling), as outlined in
Section 8, are also verified by test.
NOTE:
THIS IS A NEW STANDARD.
Price $20.00 (M) $40.00 (NM)

Printed in U.S.A.
Copyright 2010, by Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute

Registered United States Patent and Trademark Office
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
Section 1.
Purpose ..............................................................................................................................1
Section 2.
Scope .................................................................................................................................1
Section 3.
Definitions.........................................................................................................................1
Section 4.
Classifications ...................................................................................................................5
Section 5.
Test Requirements ............................................................................................................6
Section 6.
Rating Requirements .........................................................................................................6
Section 7.
Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings .....................................................26
Section 8.
Operating Requirements ..................................................................................................27
Section 9.
Marking and Nameplate Data .........................................................................................37
Section 10.
Conformance Conditions ................................................................................................37
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE
PAGE
Table 1
Classification of VRF Multi-Split Systems ......................................................................5
Table 2
Values of Standard Capacity Ratings ...............................................................................7
Table 3
Piping Requirements for Tested Combinations Installation ...........................................12
Table 4
Cooling Mode Test Conditions for Units < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W] ..........................14
Table 5
Heating Mode Test Conditions for Units < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W] ...........................15
Table 6
Conditions for Operating Requirement Tests for Air-cooled Equipment

< 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W] .............................................................................................16
Table 7
Minimum External Static Pressure for Ducted Systems Tested with External
Static Pressure > 0 [in H20] ............................................................................................16
Table 8
Operating Conditions for Standard Rating and Performance Operating Tests

for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000W] ..........................................................................18
Table 9
Test Conditions for the Determination of Cooling Capacity for Systems that
Use a Water Source for Heat Rejection ..........................................................................20
Table 10
Test Conditions for the Determination of Heating Capacity for Systems that
Use a Water Source for Heat Rejection ..........................................................................21
Table 11
IEER Part-Load Rating Conditions ................................................................................22
Table 12
Maximum Cooling Test Conditions for Systems that Use a Water Source for
Heat Rejection .................................................................................................................32
Table 13
Maximum Heating Test Conditions for Systems that Use a Water Source for
Heat Rejection .................................................................................................................32
Table 14
Minimum Cooling Test Conditions for Systems that Use a Water Source for
Heat Rejection .................................................................................................................33
Table 15
Minimum Heating Test Conditions for Systems that Use a Water Source for
Heat Rejection .................................................................................................................33
Table 16
Enclosure Sweat and Condensate Test Conditions for Systems that Use a
Water Source for Heat Rejection ....................................................................................33
Table 17
Uncertainties of Measurement for Indicated Values ......................................................34
Table 18
Variations Allowed in Capacity Test Readings ..............................................................35
Table 19
Variations Allowed in Performance Test Readings ........................................................35
Table 20
Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Test Conditions ......................................................36
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE
PAGE
Figure 1
Test Room Layout...........................................................................................................13
APPENDICES
APPENDIX
PAGE
Appendix A
References Normative ..................................................................................................38
Appendix B
References Informative ................................................................................................38
Appendix C
Uniform Test Method for Measuring the Energy Consumption of Central Air
Conditioners and Heat Pumps Normative....................................................................39
Appendix M to Subpart B of Part 430 Uniform Test Method for Measuring the
Energy Consumption of Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps ..............................39
Appendix D
Test Requirements Normative ...................................................................................126
Appendix E
Heat Recovery Test Method Normative ....................................................................148
Appendix F
Individual Indoor Unit Capacity Tests Normative.....................................................160
Appendix G
Prescriptive Methodology for the Cyclic Testing Of Ducted Systems Normative ......168
Appendix H
Integrated Part-Load Values (IPLV) Normative........................................................173

TABLES FOR APPENDICES
TABLE
PAGE
Table D1
Sizes of Calorimeter ......................................................................................................131
Table D2
Variations Allowed During Steady State Cooling and Heating Capacity Tests
That Only Apply When Using the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method .................................137
Table D3
Variations Allowed During the Transient Heating Tests That Only Apply When
Using The Indoor Air Enthalpy Test Method ...............................................................137
Table E1
Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Test Conditions ....................................................148
Table E2
Variations Allowed During Steady State Cooling And Heating Capacity

Tests That Only Apply When Using The Indoor Air Enthalpy Method.......................150
Table E3
Variations Allowed During The Transient Heating Tests That Only Apply
When Using The Indoor Air Enthalpy Test Method ....................................................150
Table E4
Data To Be Recorded During The Indoor Air-Enthalpy Capacity Tests ......................157
Table E5
Data To Be Recorded For Calorimeter Cooling Capacity Tests...................................157
Table E6
Data To Be Recorded For Calorimeter Heating Capacity Tests ...................................158
Table E7
Cooling Capacity Test Conditions ................................................................................159
Table F1
Pressure Requirement for Comfort Air Conditioners ...................................................161
Table F2
Cooling Capacity Test Conditions ................................................................................161
Table F3
Voltages for Capacity and Performance Tests ..............................................................161
Table F4
Variations Allowed In Heating Capacity Tests When Using

T Transient (T) Test Procedure .................................................................................167
Table H1
Example IPLV Calculation (I-P UNITS) ......................................................................176
FIGURES FOR APPENDICES

FIGURE
PAGE
Figure D1
External Static Pressure Measurement..........................................................................127
Figure D2
External Static Pressure Measurements ........................................................................128
Figure D3
Air Static Pressure Drop Measurement for a Coil-Onlay Unit .....................................129
Figure D4
Typical Calibrated Room-Type Calorimeter ................................................................132
Figure D5
Typical Balanced Ambient Room-Type Calorimeter ...................................................132
Figure D6
Calorimeter Energy Flows During Cooling Capacity Tests .........................................134
Figure D7
Calorimeter Energy Flows During Heating Capacity Tests .........................................136
Figure D8
Discharge Chamber Requirements When Using the Indoor

Air Enthalpy Test Method for Non-Ducted Unit ..........................................................138
Figure D9
Tunnel Air-Enthalpy Method ........................................................................................140
Figure D10
Loop Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement.............................................................141
Figure D11
Calorimeter Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement ..................................................142
Figure D12
Airflow Measuring Apparatus ......................................................................................143
Figure D13
Airflow Measuring Nozzle ...........................................................................................146
Figure D14
Pressure-Equalizing Device ..........................................................................................147
Figure E1
Discharge Chamber Requirements When Using the Indoor

Air Enthalpy Test Method for Non Ducted Unit ..........................................................150
Figure E2
Tunnel Air Enthalpy Method ........................................................................................152
Figure E3
Loop Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement.............................................................153
Figure E4
Calorimeter Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement ..................................................154
Figure F1
Flowchart of Selecting ESP for Rating Ducted Indoor Units .......................................163
Figure G1
Tunnel Air Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement ..........................................................169
Figure G2
Loop Air Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement .............................................................170
Figure G3
Calorimeter Air Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement ..................................................171
Figure G4
Room Air Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement............................................................172
Figure H1
Part-Load Factor Example ............................................................................................175
AHRI STANDARD 1230-2010
Performance Rating of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF)

Multi-Split Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump Equipment
Section 1. Purpose
1.1 Purpose. The purpose of this standard is to establish for Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Multi-Split Air
Conditioners and Heat Pumps: definitions; classifications; test requirements; rating requirements; minimum data
requirements for Published Ratings; operating requirements; marking and nameplate data; and conformance conditions.
1.1.1
Intent. This standard is intended for the guidance of the industry, including manufacturers, engineers,
installers, contractors and users.
1.1.2
Review and Amendment. This standard is subject to review and amendment as technology advances.
Section 2. Scope
2.1 This standard covers matched variable refrigerant flow Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Multi-Split Heat Pumps using
distributed refrigerant technology with cooling and heating capacities for outdoor units from 12,000 Btu/h [3508 W] to
300,000 Btu/h [90,000 W] and indoor units from 5,000 Btu/h [1,000W] to 60,000 Btu/h [20,000 W]. Each indoor unit is
designed to condition a single zone.
2.2 This standard applies to variable refrigerant flow multi-split systems consisting of the following matched components:
a) an outdoor unit with single or multiple compressors or variable capacity compressor or with a variable speed drive; b)
indoor unit(s) that have a coil, air movement device intended for single zone air distribution, and a temperature sensing
control; and c) a zone temperature control device.
2.3 The multi-split systems covered in this standard are Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Multi-Split Systems and Heat
Recovery (VRF) Multi-Split Systems. Included are multi-split, matched system air conditioners and heat pumps irrespective
of their type of electric power source, type of refrigeration cycle, or secondary fluid (e.g. air-to-air or water-to-air)
2.4 This standard does not apply to the testing and rating of individual assemblies for separate use. It also does not cover
ductless mini-splits (one-to-one split systems) which are covered by AHRI Standard 210/240.
2.5
Energy Source. This standard applies only to electrically operated, vapor compression refrigeration systems.
NOTE: For the purpose of the remaining clauses, the terms equipment and systems will be used to mean multi-split airconditioners and/or multi-split heat pumps that are described in 2.1 to 2.5.
Section 3. Definitions
All terms in this document shall follow the standard industry definitions established in the current edition of ASHRAE
Terminology of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, unless otherwise defined in this section.
For the purposes of this Standard, the following definitions apply
3.1 Standard Air. Air weighing 0.075 lb/ft3 [1.2 kg/m3] which approximates dry air at 70F [21C] and at a barometric
pressure of 29.92 in Hg [101.3 kPa].
3.2 Multi-Split Air-Conditioner. An encased, factory-made assembly or assemblies designed to be used as permanently
installed equipment to provide conditioned air to an enclosed space(s). It includes a prime source of refrigeration for cooling
and dehumidification and may optionally include other means for heating, humidifying, circulating and cleaning the air. It
normally includes multiple evaporator(s), compressor(s), and condenser(s). Such equipment may be provided in more than
one assembly, the separated assemblies of which are intended to be used together.

3.3
Capacity,
3.3.1
Full Capacity. The capacity of the system when all indoor units and outdoor units are operated in the same
mode, at their rated capacity in Btu/h [W].
3.3.2
Heating Capacity. The amount of heat the equipment can add to the conditioned space in a defined interval
of time in Btu/h [W].
3.3. 3
Latent Cooling Capacity. Capacity associated with a change in humidity ratio.
3.3.4
Sensible Cooling Capacity. The amount of sensible heat the equipment can remove from the conditioned
space in a defined interval of time in Btu/h [W].
3.3.5
Total Cooling Capacity. The amount of sensible and latent heat the equipment can remove from the
conditioned space in a defined interval of time in Btu/h [W].
3.4 Coefficient of Performance (COP). A ratio of the heating capacity in watts [W] to the power input values in watts [W]
at any given set of rating conditions expressed in watts/watts [W/W]. For heating COP, supplementary resistance heat shall
be excluded.
3.5 Degradation Coefficient (CD). The measure of the efficiency loss due to the on/off cycling of the complete system as
determined in Appendices C, D and G.
3.6 Effective Power Input (PE). Average electrical power input to the equipment expressed in watts [W] and obtained
from:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Power input for operation of the compressor

Power input to electric heating devices used only for defrosting
Power input to all control and safety devices of the equipment
Power input to factory installed condensate pumps and
Power input for operation of all fans and, if applicable, any water-cooled condenser pump(s).
3.7 Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER). A ratio of the Total Cooling Capacity in Btu/h to the power input values in watts [W]
at any given set of rating conditions expressed in Btu/Wh.
3.8 Ground-Water Heat Pump. Water-to-air heat pump using water pumped from a well, lake, or stream functioning as a
heat source/heat sink. The temperature of the water is related to the climatic conditions and may vary from 41 to 77F [5 to
25C] for deep wells.
3.9 Ground-Loop Heat Pump. Brine-to-air heat pump using a brine solution circulating through a subsurface piping loop
functioning as a heat source/heat sink. The heat exchange loop may be placed in horizontal trenches, vertical bores, or be
submerged in a body of surface water. (ANSI/ARI/ASHRAE ISO Standard 13256-1:1998) The temperature of the brine is
related to the climatic conditions and may vary from 23 to 104F [5 to 40C].
3.10 Multi-Split Heat Pump. One or more factory-made assemblies designed to be used as permanently installed equipment
to take heat from a heat source and deliver it to the conditioned space when heating is desired. It may be constructed to
remove heat from the conditioned space and discharge it to a heat sink if cooling and dehumidification are desired from the
same equipment. It normally includes multiple indoor conditioning coils, compressor(s), and outdoor coil(s). Such
equipment may be provided in more than one assembly, the separated assemblies of which are intended to be used together.
The equipment may also provide the functions of cleaning, circulating and humidifying the air.
3.11 Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF). The total heating output of a heat pump, including supplementary
electric heat, necessary to achieve building heating requirements during its normal annual usage period for heating divided by
the total electric power during the same period, as determined in Appendix C expressed in Btu/[Wh].

3.12 Heating Unit. A component of a VRF Multi-Split System air conditioner or heat pump that is designed to transfer heat
between the refrigerant and the indoor air, and which consists of an indoor coil, a cooling mode expansion device, an air
moving device, and a temperature sensing device.
3.13 Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER). A single number that is a cooling part-load efficiency figure of merit
calculated per the method described in paragraph 6.5.
3.14 Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV). A single number that is a cooling part-load efficiency figure of merit calculated
per the method described in Appendix H.
3.15 Mini-Split Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps. Systems that have a single outdoor section and one or more indoor
sections. The indoor sections cycle on and off in unison in response to a single indoor thermostat (As defined by DOE, See
Appendix C, Paragraph 1.29).
3.16 Multiple-Split Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps [a.k.a .Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps]. Systems that
have two or more indoor sections. The indoor sections operate independently and can be used to condition multiple zones in
response to multiple indoor thermostats (As defined by DOE, See Appendix C, Paragraph 1.30).
3.17 Non-Ducted System. An air conditioner or heat pump that is designed to be permanently installed equipment and
directly heats or cools air within the conditioned space using one or more indoor coils that are mounted on room walls and/or
ceilings. The unit may be of a modular design that allows for combining multiple outdoor coils and compressors to create one
overall system. Non-ducted systems covered by this test procedure are all split systems.
3.18 Oil Recovery Mode. An automatic system operation that returns oil to the compressor crank case when the control
system determines oil recovery is needed.
3.19 Outdoor Unit. A component of a split-system central air conditioner or heat pump that is designed to transfer heat
between refrigerant and air, or refrigerant and water, and which consists of an outdoor coil, compressor(s), an air moving
device, and in addition for heat pumps, a heating mode expansion device, reversing valve, and defrost controls.
3.20 Published Rating. A statement of the assigned values of those performance characteristics, under stated rating
conditions, by which a unit may be chosen to fit its application. These values apply to all systems of like nominal size and
type produced by the same manufacturer. As used herein, the term Published Rating includes the rating of all performance
characteristics shown on the unit or published in specifications, advertising or other literature controlled by the manufacturer,
at stated Rating Conditions.
3.20.1 Application Rating. A rating based on tests performed at application Rating Conditions (other than Standard
Rating Conditions).
3.20.2
Standard Rating. A rating based on tests performed at Standard Rating Conditions.
3.21 Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). The total cooling of a system covered by this standard with a capacity
<65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W] during its normal usage period for cooling (not to exceed 12 months) divided by the total electric
energy input during the same period as determined in Appendix C, expressed in Btu/[Wh].
3.22 Shall or Should. Shall or should shall be interpreted as follows:
3.22.1 Shall. Where shall or shall not is used for a provision specified, that provision is mandatory if
compliance with the standard is claimed.
3.22.2 Should. Should is used to indicate provisions which are not mandatory but which are desirable as good
practice.
3.23 Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency (SCHE). The ratio of the total capacity of the system (heating and
cooling capacity) to the effective power when operating in the heat recovery mode. (Where SCHE is stated without an
indication of units, it shall be understood that it is expressed in Btu/[Wh].)

3.24 System Controls. The following items characterize system controls:
a.
An integral network operations and communications system with sensors to monitor and forecast the status of
items such as temperature, pressure, oil, refrigerant levels and fan speed.
b.
A micro-processor, algorithm-based control scheme to: (1) communicate with an optimally managed variable
capacity compressor, fan speed of indoor units, fan speed of the outdoor unit, solenoids, various accessories;
(2) manage metering devices; and (3) concurrently operate various parts of the system.
c.
These controls optimize system efficiency and refrigerant flow through an engineered distributed refrigerant
system to conduct zoning operations, matching capacity to the load in each of the zones.
3.25 Tested Combination. A sample basic model comprised of units that are production units, or are representative of
production units, of the basic model being tested. The tested combination shall have the following features:
a.
The basic model of a variable refrigerant flow system (VRF system) used as a tested combination shall consist
of an outdoor unit (an outdoor unit can include multiple outdoor units that have been manifolded into a single
refrigeration system, with a specific model number) that is matched with between 2 and 5 indoor units (for
systems with nominal cooling capacities greater than 150,000 Btu/h [43,846 W], the number of indoor units may
be as high as 8 to be able to test non-ducted indoor unit combinations)
b.
The indoor units shall:

b.1 Represent the highest sales model family as determined by type of indoor unit e.g. ceiling cassette, wallmounted, ceiling concealed. etc. If 5 are insufficient to reach capacity another model family can be used for
testing.
b.2 Together, have a nominal cooling capacity between 95% and 105% of the nominal cooling capacity of the
outdoor unit.
b.3 Not, individually, have a nominal cooling capacity greater than 50% of the nominal cooling capacity of the
outdoor unit, unless the nominal cooling capacity of the outdoor unit is 24,000 Btu/h [7016 W] or less.
b.4
Have a fan speed that is consistent with the manufacturer's specifications.
b.5 All be subject to the same minimum external static pressure requirement while being configurable to
produce the same static pressure at the exit of each outlet plenum when manifolded as per section 2.4.1 of 10 CFR
Part 430, Subpart B, Appendix M.
3.26 Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) System. An engineered direct exchange (DX) multi-split system incorporating at
least one variable capacity compressor distributing refrigerant through a piping network to multiple indoor fan coil units
each capable of individual zone temperature control, through proprietary zone temperature control devices and common
communications network. Variable refrigerant flow implies three or more steps of control on common, inter-connecting
piping.
3.27 VRF Multi-Split System. A split system air-conditioner or heat pump incorporating a single refrigerant circuit, with
one or more outdoor units, at least one variable speed compressor or an alternative compressor combination for varying the
capacity of the system by three or more steps, multiple indoor fan coil units, each of which is individually metered and
individually controlled by a proprietary control device and common communications network. The system shall be capable of
operating either as an air conditioner or a heat pump. Variable refrigerant flow implies three or more steps of control on
common, inter-connecting piping.
3.28 VRF Heat Recovery Multi-Split System. A split system air-conditioner or heat pump incorporating a single refrigerant
circuit, with one or more outdoor units at least one variable-speed compressor or an alternate compressor combination for
varying the capacity of the system by three or more steps, multiple indoor fan coil units, each of which is individually
metered and individually controlled by a proprietary control device and common communications network. This system is
capable of operating as an air-conditioner or as a heat pump. The system is also capable of providing simultaneous heating
and cooling operation, where recovered energy from the indoor units operating in one mode can be transferred to one or more

other indoor units operating in the other mode. Variable refrigerant flow implies 3 or more steps of control on common, interconnecting piping.
NOTE: This may be achieved by a gas/liquid separator or a third line in the refrigeration circuit.
3.29 Water-To-Air Heat Pump and/or Brine-to-Air Heat Pump. A heat pump which consists of one or more factory-made
assemblies which normally include an indoor conditioning coil with air-moving means, compressor(s), and refrigerant-towater or refrigerant-to-brine heat exchanger(s), including means to provide both cooling and heating, cooling-only, or
heating-only functions. When such equipment is provided in more than one assembly, the separated assemblies should be
designed to be used together. Such equipment may also provide functions of sanitary water heating, air cleaning,
dehumidifying, and humidifying.
3.30 Water Loop Heat Pump. Water-to-air heat pump using liquid circulating in a common piping loop functioning as a
heat source/heat sink. The temperature of the liquid loop is usually mechanically controlled within a temperature range of
59F [15C] to 104F [40.0C].
Section 4. Classifications
Equipment covered within the scope of this standard shall be classified as shown in Table 1.
Table 1. Classification of VRF Multi-Split Systems

System Identification
Attribute
Refrigerant Circuits
Compressors
Indoor Units
Outdoor
Unit(s)
Classification
Qty.
Operation
VRF Multi-Split
Air Conditioner or Heat Pump
VRF Heat Recovery

Multi-Split
One shared with all indoor units
One shared with all indoor

units
One or more variable speed or
alternative method resulting in
three or more steps of capacity.
One or more variable speed or

alternative method resulting in three or
more steps of capacity.
Greater than one indoor unit
Individual
Zones/Temp
Individual
Zones/Temp
Qty.
One or multiple-manifolded outdoor

units with a specific model number.
Steps of Control
Three or More
One or multiple-manifolded
outdoor units with a specific
model number.
Three or More
Mode of Operation
A/C, H/P
A/C, H/P, H/R
Heat Exchanger
One or more circuits of shared

refrigerant flow
One or more circuits of shared

refrigerant flow
Air-Conditioner (air-to-air)
Air-Conditioner (water-to-air)
Heat Pump (air-to-air)
Heat Pump (water-to-air)
MSV-A-CB
MSV-W-CB
HMSV-A-CB
HMSV-W-CB
HMSR-A-CB
HMSR-W-CB
NOTES:
1
A suffix of -O following any of the above classifications indicates equipment not intended for use with field-installed
duct systems (6.1.5.1.2).
2
A suffix of -A indicates air-cooled condenser and -W indicates water-cooled condenser.
3
For the purposes of the tested combination definition, when two or more outdoor units are connected, they will be
considered as one outdoor unit.
Section 5. Test Requirements

5.1 All Standard Ratings shall be verified by tests conducted in accordance with the test methods and procedures as
described in this standard and its appendices.
5.1.1
Air-cooled, water-cooled and evaporative-cooled units shall be tested in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE
Standard 37 and with Appendices C and D.
5.1.2
To set up equipment for test which incorporates inverter-controlled compressors, skilled personnel with
knowledge of the control software will be required
5.1.3
If the equipment cannot be maintained at steady state conditions by its normal controls, then the manufacturer
shall modify or over-ride such controls so that steady state conditions are achieved.
5.1.4
If a manufacturer indicates that its system is designed to recover oil more frequently than every two hours of
continuous operation, the oil recovery mode shall be activated during testing. In all other cases, this mode should be
disabled during testing.
5.2
Number of Tests to be Conducted.

5.2.1
Multi-split manufacturers must test two or more combinations of indoor units with each outdoor unit:
5.2.1.1 The first system combination shall be tested using only non-ducted indoor units that meet the
definition of a Tested Combination. The rating given to any untested multi-split system combination having
the same outdoor unit and all non-ducted indoor units shall be set equal to the rating of the tested system
having all non-ducted indoor units.
5.2.1.2 The second system combination shall be tested using only ducted indoor units that meet the
definition of a Tested Combination. The rating given to any untested multi-split system combination having
the same outdoor unit and all ducted indoor units shall be set equal to the rating of the tested system having
all ducted indoor units. In order to be considered a ducted unit, the indoor unit must be intended to be
connected with ductwork and have a rated external static pressure capability greater than zero (0).
5.2.2
The rating given to any untested multi-split system combination having the same outdoor unit and a mix of
non-ducted and ducted indoor units shall be set equal to the average of the ratings for the two required tested
combinations.
Section 6. Rating Requirements

6.1
Standard Ratings. Standard Ratings shall be established at the Standard Rating Conditions specified in 6.1.3.
Air-cooled Multi-Split Air Conditioner and Heat Pumps <65,000 Btu/h [19,000W] shall be rated at conditions specified in
section 6.2, in Tables 4, 5, and 6.
Air-cooled Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps and evaporatively and water-cooled air-conditioning-only systems
65,000 Btu/h shall be rated at conditions specified in 6.3 and Table 8.
Multi-Split Heat Pump that use a water-source for heat rejection shall be rated at conditions specified in Section 6.4 and
Tables 9 and 10.
If a non-ducted or ducted indoor unit contains an integral condensate pump, the power to operate the pump shall be included
in the system total power calculation.
Standard Ratings relating to cooling or heating capacities shall be net values, including the effects of circulating-fan heat, but
not including supplementary heat. Power input shall be the sum of power input to the compressor(s) and fan(s), plus controls
and other items required as part of the system for normal operation.

Standard Ratings of water-cooled units from 65,000 to below 300,000 Btu/h [19,000 to 88,000 W] shall include a total
allowance for cooling tower fan motor and circulating water pump motor power inputs to be added in the amount of 10.0 W
per 1000 Btu/h [34.1 W per 1000 W] cooling capacity.
6.1.1
Values of Standard Capacity Ratings. These ratings shall be expressed only in terms of Btu/h [W] as shown:
Table 2. Values of Standard Capacity Ratings

Capacity Ratings,
Btu/h [W]
20,000 [5,900]
20,000 and 38,000 [5,900 up to 11,000]
38,000 and 65,000 [11,000 up to 19,000]
65,000 and 135,000 [19,000 up to 39,600]
136,000 and 300,000 [39,800 up to 88,000]
6.1.2
Multiples, Btu/h [W]

100 [30]
200 [60]
500 [150]
1000 [300]
2000 [600]
Values of Energy Efficiency

6.1.2.1 For Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000W]; Values of Measures of Energy Efficiency. Standard
measures of energy EFFICIEN1.1CY, whenever published, shall be expressed in multiples of the nearest 0.05
Btu/(Wh) for EER, SEER and HSPF.
6.1.2.2 For Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000W]; Values of Measures of Energy Efficiency. Energy
Efficiency Ratios (EER), and Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratios (IEER) [Integrated Part-Load Values
(IPLV)] for cooling, whenever published shall be expressed in multiples of the nearest 0.1 Btu/Wh [0.03
W/W]. Coefficients of Performance (COP) shall be expressed in multiples of the nearest 0.01.
6.1.3
Standard Rating Tests. Tables 4 - 10 indicate the test and test conditions which are required to determine
values of standard capacity ratings and measures of energy efficiency.
6.1.3.1 For Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000W]; Assigned Degradation Factor. In lieu of conducting the
heating or cooling cycling test, an assigned value of 0.25 may be used for either the cooling or heating
Degradation Coefficient, CD, or both.
6.1.3.2 Electrical Conditions. Standard rating tests shall be performed at the nameplate rated frequency. For
equipment which is rated with 208/230 V dual nameplate voltages, standard rating tests shall be performed at
230 V. For all other dual nameplate voltage equipment covered by this standard, the standard rating tests
shall be performed at both voltages or at the lower of the two voltages if only a single Standard Rating is to
be published.
6.1.4
Control of System and Indoor Units. The manufacturer must provide a schematic and sequence of operation
for providing control of the system during testing.
6.1.5 Airflow Requirements for Systems with Capacities <65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Air volume rate is equivalent to air
flow rates, volumetric air flow rate and may be used interchangeably.
6.1.5.1 Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rate.
6.1.5.1.1. Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rate for Ducted Units. The manufacturer must specify
the cooling air volume rate. Use this value as long as the following two requirements are satisfied.
First, when conducting the A2 test (exclusively), the measured air volume rate, when divided by the
measured indoor air-side total cooling capacity, must not exceed 37.5 scfm per 1,000 Btu/h
[0.06 m3/s per 1,000 W]. If this ratio is exceeded, reduce the air volume rate until this ratio is
equaled. Use this reduced air volume rate for all tests that call for using the Cooling Full-load Air
Volume Rate. The second requirement is as follows:

a.
For all ducted units tested with an indoor fan installed, except those having a variablespeed, constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan.
The second requirement applies
exclusively to the A2 test and is met as follows.
1. Achieve the cooling full-load air volume rate, determined in accordance with the
previous paragraph;
2. Measure the external static pressure;
3. If this pressure is equal to or greater than the applicable minimum external static
pressure cited in Table 7, this second requirement is satisfied. Use the current air
volume rate for all tests that require the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate.
4. If the Table 7 minimum is not equaled or exceeded,
4a. reduce the air volume rate until the applicable Table 7 minimum is equaled, or
4b. until the measured air volume rate equals 95 percent of the air volume rate
from step 1, whichever occurs first.
5. If the conditions of step 4a occur first, this second requirement is satisfied. Use the
step 4a reduced air volume rate for all tests that require the cooling full-load air
volume rate.
6. If the conditions of step 4b occur first, make an incremental change to the set-up of
the indoor fan (e.g., next highest fan motor pin setting, next highest fan motor
speed) and repeat the evaluation process beginning at above step 1. If the indoor
fan set-up cannot be further changed, reduce the air volume rate until the
applicable Table 7 minimum is equaled. Use this reduced air volume rate for all
tests that require the cooling full-load air volume rate.
b. For ducted units that are tested with a variable-speed, constant-air-volume-rate indoor
fan installed. For all tests that specify the cooling full-load air volume rate, obtain an
external static pressure as close to (but not less than) the applicable Table 7 value that
does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower.
6.1.5.1.2 Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate for Non-ducted Units. For non-ducted units, the
Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results during each test when the unit
is operated at an external static pressure of zero in H2O [zero Pa].
6.1.5.2 Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate.
a.
For ducted units that regulate the speed (as opposed to the cfm) of the indoor fan,
Cooling Minimum Air Vol. Rate =
Cooling Full - load Air Vol. Rate
Cooling Minimum Fan Speed

A Test Fan Speed
2
(l)
where cooling minimum fan speed corresponds to the fan speed used when operating at the
minimum compressor speed. For such systems, obtain the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate
regardless of the external static pressure.
b.
For ducted units that regulate the air volume rate provided by the indoor fan, the manufacturer
must specify the cooling minimum air volume rate. For such systems, conduct all tests that
specify the cooling minimum air volume rate (i.e., the B1, F1, and G1 tests) at an external
static pressure that does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower
while being as close to, but not less than,

2
A , BB, 1,C , F, andG Test Pst P

1
where P
st,A
st,A
Cooling MinimumAir VolumeRate
Cooling Full load Air VolumeRate
(2)
is the applicable Table 7 minimum external static pressure that was targeted
2
during the A2 (and B2) test.

c.
For non-ducted units, the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results
during each test when the unit operates at an external static pressure of zero in H2O [zero Pa]
and at the indoor fan setting used at minimum compressor speed.
6.1.5.3 Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate.
a.
For ducted units that regulate the speed of the indoor fan,
Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate Cooling Full load Air Volume Rate
E Test Fan Speed

V
A Test Fan Speed

2
(3)
For such units, obtain the Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate regardless of the external
static pressure.
b.
For ducted units that regulate the air volume rate provided by the indoor fan, the manufacturer
must specify the cooling intermediate air volume rate. For such systems, conduct the EV test at
an external static pressure that does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor
blower while being as close to, but not less than,
E Test P
V
where P
st,A
st,A
Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate

Cooling Full load Air Volume Rate
(4)
is the applicable Table 7 minimum external static pressure that was targeted
2
during the A2 (and B2) test.

c.
For non-ducted units, the Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that
results when the unit operates at an external static pressure of zero in H2O [zero Pa] and at the
fan speed selected by the controls of the unit for the EV test conditions.
6.1.5.4 Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate.

6.1.5.4.1 Ducted Heat Pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rates are the
Same.
a.
b.
Use the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate as the Heating Full-load Air Volume
Rate for:
1.
Ducted heat pumps that operate at the same indoor fan speed during both the A2
and the H12 tests;
2.
Ducted heat pumps that regulate fan speed to deliver the same constant air
volume rate during both the A2 and the H12 tests; and
3.
The airflow of all of the individual ducted indoor units must be added together
to arrive at the full-load air volume rate
For heat pumps that meet the above criteria 1 and 3, no minimum requirements
apply to the measured external static pressure. For heat pumps that meet the above
criterion 2, test at an external static pressure that does not cause instability or an
automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than,
the same Table 7 minimum external static pressure as was specified for the A2
cooling mode test.
6.1.5.4.2 Ducted Heat Pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rates are
Different due to Indoor Fan Operation.
a.
For ducted heat pumps that regulate the speed (as opposed to the cfm) of the indoor
fan,
Heating Full load Air Volume Rate
H1or H1 Test Fan Speed
2
Cooling Full load Air Volume Rate
A or A Test Fan Speed
2
(5)
For such heat pumps, obtain the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate without regard
to the external static pressure.
b.
For ducted heat pumps that regulate the air volume rate delivered by the indoor fan,
the manufacturer must specify the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate. For such
heat pumps, conduct all tests that specify the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate at
an external static pressure that does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of
the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than,
Heating Air Volume Rate

Heating Full load P Cooling Full Load P
st
st Cooling Air Volume Rate
(6)
where the cooling Pst, H12 is the applicable Table 7 minimum external static
pressure that was specified for the A2 test.
6.1.5.4.3 Non-ducted Heat Pumps, Including Non-ducted Heating-only Heat Pumps. For nonducted heat pumps, the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results during
each test when the unit operates at an external static pressure of zero in H2O [zero Pa].
6.1.5.4.4 Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate.
a.
For ducted heat pumps that regulate the speed (as opposed to the cfm) of the indoor
fan,
Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate
Heating Minimum Fan Speed

H1 Test Fan Speed
(7)
where heating minimum fan speed corresponds to the lowest fan speed used at any
time when operating at the minimum compressor speed (variable-speed system). For
such heat pumps, obtain the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate without regard to
the external static pressure.
b.
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the manufacturer must specify the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate. For such
heat pumps, conduct all tests that specify the heating minimum air volume rate
(i.e., the H01, H0C1, and H11 tests) at an external static pressure that does not
cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close
to, but not less than,

Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate

st,H1
2
H0 , H1 , H2 , H3H0C
Test
1 P
1
(8)
is the minimum external static pressure that was targeted during the
where P
st,H1
H12 test.
c.
For non-ducted heat pumps, the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate is the air
volume rate that results during each test when the unit operates at an external static
pressure of zero in H2O [zero Pa] and at the indoor fan setting used at minimum
compressor speed.
6.1.5.4.5 Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate.
a.
For ducted heat pumps that regulate the speed of the indoor fan,
Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate =
H2 Test Fan Speed
V
H1 Test Fan Speed
(9)
For such heat pumps, obtain the Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate without
regard to the external static pressure.
b.
the manufacturer must specify the Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate. For such
heat pumps, conduct the H2V test at an external static pressure that does not cause
instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but
not less than,
H2 Test P
V
st, H1
(10)
is the minimum external static pressure that was specified for the H12
where P
st, H1
Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate

=
test.
c.
For non-ducted heat pumps, the Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate is the air
volume rate that results when the heat pump operates at an external static pressure of
zero in H2O [zero Pa] and at the fan speed selected by the controls of the unit for the
H2V test conditions.
6.1.5.4.6 Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate. Except for the noted changes, determine the Heating
Nominal Air Volume Rate using the approach described in section 6.1.5.4.5. Required changes
include substituting H1N test for H2V test within the first section 6.1.5.4.5 equation, substituting
H1N test Pst for H2V test Pst in the second section 6.1.5.4.5 equation, substituting H1N test
for each H2V test, and substituting Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate for each Heating
Intermediate Air Volume Rate.
Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate =
H2 Test Fan Speed
V
H1 Test Fan Speed
2
(11)
11

H1 Test P = P
N
st
st,H1
Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate

(12)
6.1.6
Outdoor-Coil Airflow Rate (Applies to all Air-to-Air Systems). All Standard Ratings shall be determined at
the outdoor-coil airflow rate specified by the manufacturer where the fan drive is adjustable. Where the fan drive is
non-adjustable, ratings shall be determined at the outdoor-coil airflow rate inherent in the equipment when operated
with all of the resistance elements associated with inlets, louvers, and any ductwork and attachments considered by the
manufacturer as normal installation practice. Once established, the outdoor coil air circuit of the equipment shall
remain unchanged throughout all tests prescribed herein.
6.1.7
Requirements for Separated Assemblies (Applies to all Systems). All standard ratings for equipment in which
the condenser and the evaporator are two separate assemblies, as in Types: MSV-A-CB, MSV-W-CB, HMSV-A-CB,
HMSV-W-CB, HMSR-A-CB, (See Table 1 Notes) and HMSR-W-CB, shall be obtained with a minimum 25 ft. [7.6
m] of interconnecting tubing length (for one indoor unit with additional length requirements for each additional unit).
Refer to Table 3 for minimum total refrigerant tube lengths. The complete length of tubing furnished as an integral
part of the unit (and not recommended for cutting to length) shall be used in the test procedure, or with 25 ft [7.6 m] of
refrigerant path, whichever is greater. At least 10 ft [3.0 m] of the system interconnection tubing shall be exposed to
the outside conditions. The line diameters, insulation, installation details, evacuation and charging shall follow the
manufacturers published recommendations. The manufacturer will provide a schematic of the tested combination
installation (See Figure 1).
Table 3. Piping Requirements for Tested Combinations

(Piping length from outdoor unit to each indoor unit)
System Capacity
Systems with
Non-ducted Indoor Units
Systems with
Ducted Indoor Units
0 to <65,000 Btu (0 to <10,950 W)
25' (7.6 m)
25' (7.6 m)
65,000 Btu to <105,000 Btu (10,950 W to <30,800 W)
50' (15.5 m)
25' (7.6 m)
106,000 Btu to <134,000 Btu (31,100 W to <39,300 W)
75' (23 m)
25' (7.6 m)
135,000 Btu to <350,000 Btu (40,000 W to <102,550 W)
100' (30.5 m)
50' (15.5 m)
>350,000 Btu (>102,550 W)
150' (75.2 m)
75' (23 m)
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AHRI STANDARD
S
1230-2010
Figure 1. Test Room Layout

L
66.2
Conditioons for Standarrd Rating Test for

f Air-cooledd Systems < 65,,000 Btu/h [19,,000W]
6.2.1
Instructions for
fo Multiple Inddoor Unit Testiing
a.
6.2.2
At least one indoor unnit must be tuurned off for tests conducteed at minimum
m compressorr speed. In
addition, the manufactuurer may elect to have one or
o more indoorr units turned off
o for tests coonducted at
the interm
mediate comprressor speed. Inn all cases, thee manufacturerr specifies the particular inddoor unit(s)
that is turrned off.
Compressor Speed.
S
The speeed at which thhe compressor runs
r
to deliverr the capacity of
o the tested com
mbination.
6.2.2.1 Maximum Compresssor Speed. Manufacturers
M
shall designatee the maximum
m compressor speed. The
maximum com
mpressor speed for cooling mode tests is a fixed value. The maximuum compressorr speed for
heating mode tests is also a fixed value thaat may be the same
s
or differeent from the coooling mode vallue.
6.2.2.2 Interrmediate Comppressor Speedd. For each test manufactures will dessignate the inntermediate
compressor sp
peed that falls within and of the differrence between the minimum and
a maximum speeds for
both cooling and
a heating.
6.2.2.3 Miniimum Compresssor Speed. Manufacturers
shall designatee the minimum
M
m compressor speed at a
steady-state leevel below which the system
m would rarely operate.
o
The minimum
m
comppressor speed for
f cooling
mode tests is a fixed value. The minimum
m compressor speed
s
for heatiing mode tests is also a fixedd value that
may be the saame or differennt from the cooling mode valuue.
6.2.3
Cooling Testss for a Unit Having a Variablle-speed Compressor.

a.
Conduct five steady-staate wet coil tessts: the A2, EV, B2, B1, and F1 tests. Use the
t two optionnal dry-coil
tests, the steady-state G1 test and thee cyclic I1 testt, to determinee the cooling mode
m
cyclic degradation
d
c
c
coefficien
nt, C D . If thhe two optional tests are noot conducted, assign C D the default valuue of 0.25.
Table 4 sp
pecifies test coonditions for thhese seven testss.
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Table 4. Cooling Mode Test Conditions for Units < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]
Test Description
Air Entering
Indoor Unit
Temperature
Dry-Bulb Wet-Bulb
F [C]
F [C]
Air Entering
Outdoor Unit
Temperature
Dry-Bulb
Wet-Bulb
F [C]
F
[C]
A2 Test - required
(steady, wet coil)
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
95.0 [35.0]
75.0(1) [23.9(1) ]
Maximum7
B2 Test - required
(steady, wet coil)
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
82.0 [27.8]
65.0(1) [18.3(1) ]
Maximum7
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
87.0 [30.6]
69.0(1) [20.6(1) ]
Intermediate8
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
82.0 [27.8]
65.0(1) [18.3(1) ]
Minimum9
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
67.0 [19.4]
53.5(1) [11.9(1) ]
Minimum9
80.0 [26.7]
(6)
67.0 [19.4]
NA
Minimum9
80.0 [26.7]
(6)
67.0 [19.4]
NA
Minimum9
EV Test - required
(steady, wet coil)
B1 Test - required
(steady, wet coil)
F1 Test - required
(steady, wet coil)
G1 Test(5) - optional
(steady, dry coil)
I1 Test(5) - optional
(cyclic, dry coil)
Compressor
Speed
Cooling Air
Volume Rate
Cooling Fullload Air
Volume Rate(2)
Cooling Fullload Air
Volume Rate(2)
Cooling
Intermediate(3)
Cooling
Minimum(4)
Cooling
Minimum(4)
Cooling
Minimum(4)
(6)
NOTES:
(1)
The specified test condition only applies if the unit rejects condensate to the outdoor coil.
(2)
Defined in section 6.1.5.1
(3)
(4)
(5)
The entering air must have a low enough moisture content so no condensate forms on the indoor coil. (It is
recommended that an indoor wet-bulb temperature of 57.0 F [13.9 C] or less be used.)
(6)
Maintain the airflow nozzles static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON period at the same
pressure difference or velocity pressure as measured during the G1 Test.
(7)
Maximum compressor speed is defined in paragraph 6.2.2.1
(8)
Intermediate compressor speed is defined in paragraph 6.2.2.2
(9)
Minimum compressor speed is defined in paragraph 6.2.2.3
6.2.4
Heating Mode Tests for a Heat Pump Having a Variable-speed Compressor.
a.
Conduct one maximum temperature test (H01), two high temperature tests (H12 and H11), one frost
accumulation test (H2V), and one low temperature test (H32). Conducting one or both of the following
tests is optional: an additional high temperature test (H1N ) and an additional frost accumulation test
(H22). Conduct the optional maximum temperature cyclic (H0C1) test to determine the heating mode
cyclic degradation coefficient, C hD . If this optional test is not conducted, assign C hD the default value of
0.25. Table 5 specifies test conditions for these eight tests.
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Table 5. Heating Mode Test Conditions for Units < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]
Test Description
H01 Test
(required, steady)
H0C1 Test
(optional, cyclic)
Air Entering
Indoor Unit
Temperature
Wet-Bulb
Dry-Bulb
(max)
F [C]
F
[C]
Air Entering
Outdoor Unit
Temperature
Dry-Bulb
F [C]
Wet-Bulb
F [C]
Compressor
Speed
Heating Air
Volume Rate
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
62.0 [16.7]
56.5 [13.6]
Minimum6
Heating
Minimum(1)
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
62.0 [16.7]
56.5 [13.6]
Minimum6
(2)
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
47.0 [8.3]
43.0 [6.1]
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
47.0 [8.3]
43.0 [6.1]
Minimum6
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
47.0 [8.3]
43.0 [6.1]
Cooling Mode
Maximum7
H22 Test
(optional)
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
35.0 [1.7]
33.0 [0.6]
Maximum8
H2V Test
(required)
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
35.0 [1.7]
33.0 [0.6]
Intermediate7
H32 Test
(required, steady)
70.0 [21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
17.0 [-8.3]
15.0 [-9.4]
Maximum8
H12 Test
(required, steady)
H11 Test
(required, steady)
H1N Test
(optional, steady)
Maximum
Heating Fullload Air

Volume Rate(3)
Heating
Minimum(1)
Heating
Nominal(4)
Volume Rate(3)
Heating
Intermediate(5)
Volume Rate(3)
NOTES:
(1)
Defined in section 6.1.5.4.4
(2)
pressure difference or velocity pressure as measured during the H01 Test.
(3)
Defined in section 6.1.5.4.
(4)
Defined in section 6.1.5.4.6.
(5)
Defined in section 6.1.5.4.5.
(6)
Minimum compressor speed is defined in paragraph 6.2.2.1
(7)
Intermediate compressor speed is defined in paragraph 6.2.2.3
(8)
Maximum compressor speed is defined in paragraph 6.2.2.3
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Table 6. Conditions for Operating Requirement Tests for Air-Cooled Equipment < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]
TEST
Air Entering Temperature
Air Entering Temperature

Dry-Bulb
F
[C]
Wet-Bulb
F
[C]
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
95.0 [35.0]
75.0 (1) [23.9]
67.0 [19.4]
57.0 [13.9]
67.0 [19.4]
57.0 (1) [13.9]
Insulation Efficiency
80.0 [26.7]
75.0 [23.9]
80.0 [26.7]
75.0 (1) [23.9]
Condensate Disposal
80.0 [26.7]
75.0 [23.9]
80.0 [26.7]
75.0 (1) [23.9]
Maximum Operating Conditions
80.0 [26.7]
67.0 [19.4]
115.0 [46.1]
75.0 (1) [23.9]
Voltage Tolerance (Heating-only

units)
70.0 [21.1]
60.0 [15.6]
(max)
47.0 [8.3]
43.0 [6.1]
80.0 [26.7]
75.0 [23.9]
65.0 [18.3]
Voltage Tolerance
Low
Temperature
Cooling
COOLING
OUTDOOR UNIT
Wet-Bulb
[C]
HEATING
INDOOR UNIT
Operation
Dry-Bulb
[C]
NA
NA
NOTE:
(1)
The wet-bulb temperature condition is not required when testing air-cooled condensers which do not evaporate
condensate.
Table 7. Minimum External Static Pressure for Ducted Systems Tested with External Static Pressure > 0
[in H2O]
Rated Cooling(1) or Heating(2) Capacity

Btu/h
Minimum External Resistance(3)
kW
in H2O
Pa
6.40 to 8.44
0.10
25
29,000 to 42,500
8.5 to 12.4
0.15
37
43,000 thru 60,000
12.6 thru 19.0
0.20
50
Up through 28,800
(4)
NOTES:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
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For air conditioners and heat pumps, the value cited by the manufacturer in published literature for the units capacity
when operated at the A2 Test conditions.
For heating-only heat pumps, the value the manufacturer cites in published literature for the units capacity when
operated at the H12 Test conditions.
For ducted units tested without an air filter installed, increase the applicable tabular value by 0.08 in H2O [20 Pa].
If the manufacturers rated external static pressure is less than 0.10 in H2O (25 Pa), then the indoor unit should be tested
at that rated external static pressure. (See 5.2.1.2)

6.3 Conditions for Standard Rating Test for Air-cooled Air Conditioner and Heat Pump Systems and Water-cooled Air
Conditioning Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000W]
6.3.1
Indoor-Coil Airflow Rate. All Standard Ratings shall be determined at an indoor-coil airflow rate as outlined
below. All airflow rates shall be expressed in terms of Standard Air.
6.3.2
a.
Equipment with indoor fans intended for use with field installed duct systems shall be rated at the
manufacturer specified airflow rate (not to exceed 37.5 SCFM per 1000 Btu/h [0.06 m3/s per 1000 W] of
rated capacity) while meeting or exceeding the minimum external resistance specified in Table 5.
b.
Equipment with indoor fans not intended for use with field installed duct systems (free discharge) shall
be rated at the indoor-side air quantity delivered when operating at zero in H2O [zero Pa] external
pressure.
c.
100% recirculated air shall be used.
d.
Equipment which does not incorporate an indoor fan is not covered in this standard.
e.
Indoor-coil airflow rates and pressures as referred to herein apply to the airflow rate experienced when
the unit is cooling and dehumidifying under the conditions specified in this section. This airflow rate,
except as noted in 6.3.1b and 8.8 shall be employed in all other tests prescribed herein without regard to
resultant external static pressure.
External Resistances. Commercial and Industrial Unitary Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps shall be tested at
the minimum external resistances in Table 7 when delivering the rated capacity and airflow rate specified in
6.3.1.
Indoor air-moving equipment not intended for use with field installed duct systems (free discharge) shall be
tested at zero in H20 [zero Pa] external pressure.
6.3.3
Rating Conditions for Air Conditioning Equipment with Optional Outdoor Air Cooling Coil. Commercial
and Industrial Unitary Air Conditioners which incorporate an outdoor air cooling coil shall use the Standard
Rating Conditions (Table 8) for rating except for the following changes:
a.
Unit shall be adjusted to take in 20% outdoor air at conditions specified in Table 8.
b.
Return air temperature conditions shall be 80.0F [27.0C] dry-bulb, 67.0F [19.0C] wet-bulb.
6.3.4
Outdoor-Coil Airflow Rate (Applies to All Air-to-air Systems). All Standard Ratings shall be determined at
the outdoor-coil airflow rate specified by the manufacturer where the fan drive is adjustable. Where the fan drive is
non-adjustable, they shall be determined at the outdoor-coil airflow rate inherent in the equipment when operated with
all of the resistance elements associated with inlets, louvers, and any ductwork and attachments considered by the
manufacturer as normal installation practice. Once established, the outdoor-side air circuit of the equipment shall
remain unchanged throughout all tests prescribed herein unless automatic adjustment of outdoor airflow rates by
system function is made.
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Table 8. Operating Conditions for Standard Rating and Performance
Operating Tests for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]
INDOOR
SECTION
OUTDOOR SECTION
Air Entering
Air Cooled
TEST
WetBulb
F
[oC]
DryBulb
F
[oC]
WetBulb
F
[oC]
DryBulb
F
[oC]
WetBulb
F
[oC]
IN
F
[oC]
OUT
F
[oC]
Conditions
80.0
[26.7]
67.0
[19.4]
95.0
[35.0]
75.01
[23.9]
95.0
[35.0]
75.0
[23.9]
85.0
[29.4]
95.0
[35.0]
Operating
67.0
[19.4]
57.0
[13.9]
67.0
[19.4]
57.01
[13.9]
67.0
[19.4]
57.0
[13.9]
NA
70.02
[21.1]
Maximum Operating Conditions3
80.0
[26.7]
67.0
[19.4]
115
[46.1]
75.01
[23.9]
100
[37.8]
80.04
[26.7]
90.02
[32.2]
NA
Part-Load Conditions (IEER)3
80.0
[26.7]
67.0
[19.4]
80.0
[26.7]
67.0
[19.4]
Varies
with
load
per
Table
11
Varies
with
load
per
Table
11
Varies
with
load
per
Table
11
Part-Load Conditions (IPLV)3
Varies
with
load
per
Table
11
Varies
with
load
per
Table
11
Varies
with
load
per
Table
11
80.0
[26.7]
67.01
[19.4]
80.0
[26.7]
67.0
[26.7]
75.02
[23.9]
NA
Insulation Efficiency3
80.0
[26.7]
75.0
[23.9]
80.0
[26.7]
75.01
[23.9]
80.0
[26.7]
75.0
[23.9]
NA
80.0
[26.7]
Condensate Disposal3
80.0
[26.7]
75.0
[23.9]
80.0
[26.7]
75.01
[23.9]
80.0
[26.7]
75.0
[23.9]
NA
80.0
[26.7]
Standard Rating Conditions

(High Temperature Steady State
Heating)
70.0
[21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
(max)
47.0
[8.3]
43.0
[6.1]
NA
NA
NA
NA
Standard Rating Conditions

(Low Temperature Steady State
Heating)
70.0
[21.1]
60.0
[15.6]
(max)
17.0
[-8.3]
15.0
[-9.4]
NA
NA
NA
NA
80.0
[26.7]
NA
75.0
[23.9]
65.0
[18.3]
NA
NA
NA
NA
Rating
Low
Temperature
Cooling3
COOLING
Evaporative
DryBulb
F
[oC]
Standard
Cooling3
HEATING
Water5
Air Entering
NOTES:
1
The wet-bulb temperature condition is not required when testing air cooled condensers which do not evaporate
condensate except for units with optional outdoor cooling coil.
2
Water flow rate as determined from Standard Rating Conditions Test.
3
Cooling rating and operating tests are not required for heating only heat pumps.
4
Make-up water temperature shall be 90.0F [32.0C].
5
The ratings for water-cooled outdoor sections in this table apply only to air conditioning-only systems.
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6.4
Conditions for Standard Rating Tests for Heat Pump Systems that use Water-source for Heat Rejection
6.4.1
Standard Ratings. Standard ratings shall be established at the standard rating conditions specified in 6.4.8
and Tables 9 and 10. Standard ratings relating to cooling and heating capacities shall be net values, including the
effects of circulating- fan heat, but not including supplementary heat. Standard efficiency ratings shall be based on the
effective power input as defined in 3.6.
6.4.2
Power Input of Liquid Pumps.

6.4.2.1 If no liquid pump is provided with the heat pump, a pump power adjustment is to be included in the
effective power consumed by the heat pump, using the following formula:
pa = q p /
(13)
where:
pa
p
q
= Pump power adjustment, in watts;

= 1.59 (gpm)(ft H2O)(1/W) [0.3 103 Liter/s*Pa*(1/W)] by convention;
= Measured internal static pressure difference, (feet H2O)[pascals];
Nominal fluid flow rate, in gallons per minute [liters per second].
6.4.2.2If a liquid pump is an integral part of the heat pump, only the portion of the pump power required to
overcome the internal resistance shall be included in the effective power input to the heat pump. The fraction
which is to be excluded from the total power consumed by the pump shall be calculated using the following
formula:
pa = q p /
(14)
where:
pa
=
p
=
q
=
Note:
=
=
6.4.3
Pump power adjustment, in watts;

1.59 (gpm)(ft H2O)(1/W) [0.3 103] Liter/s*Pa*(1/W)] by convention; See note below.
The measured external static pressure difference, (feet H2O)[pascals];
Nominal fluid flow rate, in gallons per minute [liters per second].
0.3 103 (L/s)(Pa)(1/W)
0.3 103 (L/s)(Pa)(1/W)(15.850323 gpm/ (L/s)) (.000334552 ft H2O/ Pa)
1.59 (gpm)(ft H2O)(1/W)
Liquid Flow Rates

6.4.3.1 All standard ratings shall be determined at a liquid flow rate described below, expressed as gallons
per minute (liters per second).
6.4.4
Heat pumps with integral liquid pumps shall be tested at the liquid flow rates specified by the manufacturer or
those obtained at zero external static pressure difference, whichever provides the lower liquid flow rate.
6.4.5
Heat pumps without integral liquid pumps shall be tested at the flow rates specified by the manufacturer.
6.4.6
The manufacturer shall specify a single liquid flow rate for all of the tests required in 6.4 unless automatic
adjustment of the liquid flow rate is provided by the equipment. A separate control signal output for each step of liquid
flow rate will be considered as an automatic adjustment.
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6.4.7
Test Liquids
6.4.7.1 The test liquid for water-loop heat pumps and ground-water heat pumps shall be water.
6.4.7.2 The test liquid for ground-loop heat pumps shall be a 15% solution by mass of sodium chloride in
water.
6.4.7.3 The test liquid shall be sufficiently free of gas to ensure that the measured result is not influenced by
the presence of gas.
6.4.8
Standard Rating and Part-load Rating Test Conditions

6.4.8.1 The test conditions for the determination of standard and part-load cooling ratings are specified in
Table 9.
6.4.8.2 The test conditions for determination of standard and part-load heating ratings are specified in
Table 10.
6.4.8.3
Heat pumps intended for a specific application shall be rated at the conditions specified for that
application, for example, water-loop, ground-water, or ground-loop, and shall be identified as such
(i.e., water-loop heat pump, groundwater heat pump, or ground-loop heat pump). Heat pumps intended for
two or three applications shall be rated at the conditions specified for each of these applications and shall be
so identified (see 7.3 of ANSI/ARI/ASHRAE ISO Standard 13256-1:1998)
6.4.8.4 For each test, the equipment shall be operated continuously until equilibrium conditions are attained,
but for not less than one hour before capacity test data are recorded. The data shall then be recorded for
30 minutes at 5-minutes intervals until seven consecutive sets of readings have been attained within the
tolerances specified in 8.13.5. The averages of these data shall be used for the calculation of the test results.
Table 9. Test Conditions for The Determination of Cooling Capacity for
Systems that use a Water Source for Heat Rejection
Air entering indoor side

dry bulb, F [C]
wet bulb, F [C]
Air surrounding unit
dry bulb, F [C]
Standard Rating Test
Liquid entering heat exchanger, F [C]
Part Load Rating Test
Frequency*
Voltage**
Water-loop
heat pumps
Ground-water
heat pumps
Ground-loop
heat pumps
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
80.6 [27.0]
80.6 [27.0]
80.6 [27.0]
86.0 [30.0]
59.0 [15.0]
77.0 [25.0]
86.0 [30.0]
Rated
Rated
59.0 [15.0]
Rated
Rated
68.0 [20.0]
Rated
Rated
*Equipment with dual-rated frequencies shall be tested at each frequency.

**Equipment with dual-rated voltages shall be tested at both voltages, or at the lower if the two voltages if only a single rating is published.
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Table 10. Test Conditions for the Determination of Heating Capacity for
Systems that use a Water Source for Heat Rejection
Air entering indoor side*

dry bulb, F [C]
maximum wet bulb, F [C]
dry bulb, F [C]
Standard Rating Test
Part Load Rating Test
Frequency*
Voltage**
Water-loop
heat pumps
Ground-water
heat pumps
Ground-loop
heat pumps
68.0 [20.0]
59.0 [15.0]
68.0 [20.0]
59.0 [15.0]
68.0 [20.0]
59.0 [15.0]
68.0 [20.0]
68.0 [20.0]
68.0 [20.0]
68.0 [20.0]
50.0 [10.0]
32.0 [0]
68.0 [20.0]
Rated
Rated
50.0 [10.0]
Rated
Rated
41.0 [5.0]
Rated
Rated
*Equipment with dual-rated frequencies shall be tested at each frequency.

**Equipment with dual-rated voltages shall be tested at both voltages, or at the lower if the two voltages if only a single rating is published.
6.5 Part-Load Rating. Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV) is in effect until January 1, 2010. See Appendix H for the
method and calculation of IPLV. Effective January 1, 2010, all units 65000 Btu/h [19,000W] rated in accordance with this
standard shall include an Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER).
6.5.1
Part-load Rating Conditions. Test conditions for part-load ratings shall be per Table 8. Any water flow
required for system function shall be at water flow rates established at (full load) Standard Rating Conditions.
Capacity reduction means may be adjusted to obtain the specified step of unloading. No manual adjustment of indoor
and outdoor airflow rates from those of the Standard Rating Conditions shall be made. However, automatic
adjustment of airflow rates by system function is permissible.
6.5.2
General. The IEER is intended to be a measure of merit for the part-load performance of the unit. Each
building may have different part-load performance due to local occupancy schedules, building construction, building
location and ventilation requirements. For specific building energy analysis an hour-by-hour analysis program should
be used.
6.5.3
Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER). For equipment covered by this standard, the IEER shall be
calculated using test derived data and the following formula.
IEER = (0.020 A) + (0.617 B) + (0.238 C) + (0.125 D)

Where:
A
B
C
D
=
=
=
=
EER at 100% net capacity at AHRI standard rating conditions

EER at 75% net capacity and reduced ambient (see Table 11)
The IEER rating requires that the unit efficiency be determined at 100%, 75%, 50% and 25% load (net capacity) at the
conditions specified in Table 11. If the unit, due to its capacity control logic cannot be operated at the 75%, 50%, or
25% load points, then the 75%, 50%, or 25% EER is determined by plotting the tested EER vs. the percent load and
using straight line segments to connect the actual performance points. Linear interpolation is used to determine the
EER at 75%, 50% and 25% net capacity. For the interpolation, an actual capacity point equal to or less than the
required rating point must be used to plot the curves. Extrapolation of the data is not allowed.
If the unit has a variable indoor airflow rate, the external static pressure shall remain constant at the full load rating
point as defined in Table 11, but the airflow rate should be adjusted to maintain the unit leaving dry bulb air
temperature measured at the full load rating point.
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If the unit cannot be unloaded to the 75%, 50%, or 25% load then the unit should be run at the minimum step of
unloading at the condenser conditions defined for each of the rating load points and then the efficiency should be
adjusted for cyclic performance using the following equation.
EER
LFNet Capacity
LF[CD (PC PCF )] PIF PCT
(15)
Where:
Net Capacity
PC
PCF
PIF
PCT
CD
=
=
=
Measured net capacity at the lowest machine unloading point operating at the desired part
load rating condition, indoor measured capacity minus fan heat, Btu/h
Compressor power at the lowest machine unloading point operating at the desired part
load rating condition, watts
Condenser fan power, if applicable at the minimum step of unloading at the desired part
load rating condition, watts
Indoor fan motor power at the fan speed for the minimum step of capacity, watts
Control circuit power and any auxiliary loads, watts
Degradation coefficient to account for cycling of the compressor for capacity less than
the minimum step of capacity. CD should be determined using the following equation.
C D ( 0.13 LF) 1.13
(16)
Where:
LF = Fractional on time for last stage at the desired load point.
%Load
(Full Load Unit Net Capacity)

100
LF
Part Load Unit Net Capacity
(17)
%Load = The standard rating point i.e. 75%, 50%, 25%.
Table 11. IEER Part-Load Rating Conditions

CONDITIONS
Indoor Air
Return Air Dry-Bulb Temperature
Return Air Wet-Bulb Temperature
Indoor Airflow Rate
Condenser (Air Cooled)
Entering Dry-Bulb Temperature Outside Air
Temperature (OAT)
Condenser Airflow Rate (cfm)
Condenser (Water Cooled)
Condenser Entering Water Temperature
(EWT)
Condenser Water Flow Rate (gpm)
Condenser (Evaporatively Cooled)
Entering Wet-Bulb Temperature (EWB)
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80.0
67.0
Note 1
26.7
19.4
Note 1
For % Load > 44.4%,

OAT = 0.54 % Load + 41
For % Load 44.4%, OAT = 65.0
Note 2
For % Load > 44.4%,

OAT = 0.30 % Load + 5.0
For % Load 44.4%, OAT = 18.3
Note 2
For % Load > 34.8%,

EWT = 0.460 % LOAD + 39
For % Load 34.8%, EWT = 55.0
full load flow
For % Load > 34.8% ,

EWT = 0.256 % LOAD + 3.8
For % Load 34.8%, EWT = 12.8
full load flow
For % Load > 36.6%,

EWB = 0.35 % Load + 40
For % Load 36.6%, EWB = 52.8
For % Load > 36.6%,

EWB = 0.19 % Load + 4.4
For % Load 36.6%, EWB = 11.6

Table 11. IEER Part-Load Rating Conditions
NOTES:
1 For fixed speed indoor fans the airflow rate should be held constant at the full load airflow rate. For units using discrete step fan
control, the fan speed should be adjusted as specified by the controls.
2 Condenser airflow should be adjusted as required by the unit controls for head pressure control.
6.5.4
Example Calculations.
Example 1 - Unit with proportional capacity control and can be run at the 75%, 50%, and 25% rating points and has a
fixed speed indoor fan.
Assume that the unit has the following measured capacity:
Stage
Ambient
Actual %
Load
Net Cap
Cmpr
(PC)
Cond
(PCF)
Indoor
(PIF)
Control
(PCT)
EER
4
3
2
1
(F)
95.0
81.5
68.0
65.0
(Net Cap)
100
75
50
25
Btu/h
114,730
86,047
57,365
28,682
W
8,707
5,928
3,740
2,080
W
650
650
650
650
W
1,050
1,050
1,050
1,050
W
100
100
100
100
Btu/W
10.92
11.13
10.35
7.39
Control
(PCT)
W
100
100
100
100
EER
Using the measured performance you can then calculate the IEER as follows:
IEER (0.020 10.92) (0.617 11.13) (0.238 10.35) (0.125 7.39) 10.48
Example 2 Unit has a single compressor with a fixed speed indoor fan.
Assume the unit has the following measured capacity:
Stage
Ambient
1
1
1
1
(F)
95.0
81.5
68.0
65.0
Actual %
Load
(Net Cap)
100
104.8
108.6
109.1
Net Cap
Btu/h
114,730
120,264
124,614
125,214
Cmpr
(PC)
W
8,707
7,623
6,653
6,450
Cond
(PCF)
W
650
650
650
650
Indoor
(PIF)
W
1,050
1,050
1,050
1,050
Btu/W
10.92
12.76
14.74
15.18
The unit cannot unload to the 75%, 50% or 25% points so tests were run with the compressor on at the ambient
temperatures specified for 75%, 50%, and 25%
Calculate the Load Factor (LF) and the CD factors and then calculate the adjusted performance for the 75%, 50%, and
25% points and then calculate the IEER.
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The following is an example of the CD calculation for the 50% point:

50
114, 730
100
LF
.460
124, 614
C D ( 0.13 .460) 1.13 1.070

EER 50%
.460 124, 614

12.08
.460 (1.070 (6, 653 650)) 1, 050 100
IEER=(0. 020 10. 92)+(0. 617 11. 81)+(0. 238 12. 08)+(0. 125 9. 76)=11. 60
Example 3 Unit has two refrigeration circuits with one compressor in each circuit and two stages of capacity with a
fixed speed indoor fan.
Assume the unit has the following measured performance.
Stage
Ambient
Actual %
Load
Net Cap
Cmpr
(PC)
Cond
(PCF)
Indoor
(PIF)
Control
(PCT)
EER
2
1
1
1
(F)
95.0
71.0
68.0
65.0
(Net Cap)
100
55.5
55.9
56.1
Btu/h
114,730
63,700
64,100
64,400
W
8,707
3,450
3,425
3,250
W
650
325
325
325
W
1,050
1,050
1,050
1,050
W
100
100
100
100
Btu/W
10.92
12.93
13.08
13.63
The unit can unload to get to the 75% point, but cannot unload to get to the 50% and 25% points so additional tests are
run at the 50% and 25% load ambients with the stage 1 loading.
Calculate the 50% and 25% load factors and C D factors as shown below.
Stage
Ambient
Actual %
Load
Net Cap
Cmpr
(PC)
Cond
(PCF)
Indoor
(PIF)
2
1
(F)
95.0
71.0
Btu/h
114,730
63,700
W
8,707
3,450
W
650
325
W
1,050
1,050
68.0
64,100
3,425
65.0
(Net Cap)
100.0
55.5
75.0
55.9
50.0
56.1
25.0
64,400
3,250
Control
(PCT)
W
100
100
interpolation
325
1,050
100
Adjusted for Cyclic Performance
325
1,050
100
EER
Btu/W
10.92
12.93
12.05
13.08
12.60
13.63
10.04
CD
LF
1.014
0.895
1.072
0.445
Calculate the Load Factor (LF) and the C D factors and then calculate the adjusted performance for the 75%, 50%, and
25% points and then calculate the IEER:
IEER=(0.020 10.92)+(0.617 12.05)+(0.238 12.60)+(0.125 10.04)=11.91

Example 4 Unit has three refrigeration circuits with one compressor in each circuit and three stages of capacity with
a fixed speed indoor fan.
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Stage
Ambient
Actual %
Load
Net Cap
Cmpr
(PC)
Cond
(PCF)
Indoor
(PIF)
Control
(PCT)
EER
3
2
1
(F)
95.0
79.5
65.0
(Net Cap)
100.0
71.3
38.3
Btu/h
114,730
81,841
43,980
W
8,707
5,125
2,250
W
650
433
217
W
1,050
1,050
1,050
W
100
100
100
Btu/W
10.92
12.20
12.16
The stage 1 operates at 38.3% capacity which is above the minimum 25% load point, but because the ambient
condition was 65 F, another test at the 25% load ambient condition is not required as it would be the same test point.
Calculate the IEER which requires interpolation for the 75% and 50% point and the use of the degradation factor for
the 25% point.
Stage
Ambient
3
2
(F)
95.0
79.5
2
1
79.5
65.0
65.0
Actual %
Load
(Net Cap)
100.0
71.3
75.0
71.3
38.3
50.0
38.3
25.0
Net Cap
Btu/h
114,730
81,841
Cmpr
(PC)
W
17,414
4,950
81,841
43,980
4,950
2,250
43,980
2,250
Cond
(PCF)
W
1,300
433
Indoor
Control
(PIF)
(PCT)
W
W
1,050
100
1,050
100
interpolation
433
1,050
100
217
1,050
100
interpolation
217
1,050
100
EER
CD
LF
Btu/W
10.92
12.53
12.32
12.53
12.16
12.57
12.16
10.13
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
1.045
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
0.652
IEER = (0.0210.92) + (0.61712.32) + (0.23812.57) + (0.12510.13) = 12.08

Example 5 Unit is a VAV unit and has 5 stages of capacity and a variable speed indoor.
Stage
Ambient
5
4
3
2
1
(F)
95.0
85.1
74.0
69.6
65.0
Actual %
Load
(Net Cap)
100.0
81.7
61.0
52.9
30.6
Net Cap
Btu/h
229,459
187,459
140,064
121,366
70,214
Cmpr
(PC)
W
17,414
11,444
6,350
6,762
2,139
Cond
(PCF)
W
1,300
1,300
1,300
650
650
Indoor
(PIF)
W
2,100
1,229
575
374
85
Control
(PCT)
W
200
150
150
150
150
EER
Btu/W
10.92
13.27
16.72
15.29
23.2
This unit can unload down to 30.6% so a degradation calculation will be required but because the stage 1 was already
run at the lowest ambient and the ambient for the 25% load point no additional tests are required.
Using this data you can then calculate the standard load points.
Stage
Ambient
Actual %
Load
Net Cap
Cmpr
(PC)
Cond
(PCF)
Indoor
(PIF)
5
4
3
(F)
95.0
85.1
74.0
Btu/h
229,459
187,459
140,064
W
17,414
11,444
6,350
W
1,300
1,300
1,300
W
2,100
1,229
575
2
1
69.6
65.0
(Net Cap)
100.0
81.7
61.0
75.0
52.9
30.6
50.0
25.0
121,366
70,214
6,762
2,139
Control
(PCT)
W
200
150
150
interpolation
650
374
150
650
85
150
interpolation
EER
CD
LF
Btu/W
10.92
13.27
16.72
14.39
15.29
23.22
16.32
22.34
1.024
0.817
Note: Blank space equals NA.
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With this you can then calculate the IEER:

IEER = (0.0210.92) + (0.61714.39) + (0.23816.32) + (0.12522.34) = 15.78
6.6 Test Tolerances (Applies to all products covered by this standard). To comply with this standard, measured test results
shall not be less than 95% of Published Ratings for capacities, SEER, HSPF, EER values, and COP values and not less than
90%of Published Ratings for IEER and SCHE values.
Section 7. Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings

7.1 Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings. As a minimum, Published Ratings shall consist of the following
information:
a.
For VRF Multi-Split Air-Conditioners <65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

1. Standard Rating Cooling Capacity Btu/h [W]
2. Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, SEER Btu/(Wh)
b.
For VRF Multi-Split Air-Conditioners 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

2. Energy Efficiency Ratio, EER Btu/(Wh)
January 1, 2010)
c.
For all VRF Multi-Split Heat Pumps <65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

2. Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, SEER Btu/(Wh)
3. High Temperature Heating Standard Rating Capacity Btu/(Wh) [W]
4. Region IV Heating Seasonal Performance Factor, HSPF, minimum design heating requirement (Wh)
d.
For VRF Multi-Split Heat Pumps 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

January 1, 2010)
4. High Temperature Heating Standard Rating Capacity Btu/h [W]
5. High Temperature Coefficient of Performance
6. Low Temperature Heating Standard Rating Capacity Btu/h [W]
7. Low Temperature Coefficient of Performance
e.
For VRF Multi-Split Heat Recovery Heat Pumps

1. Ratings Appropriate in 7 (c) (d) above
2. Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency (SCHE) (50% heating/50% cooling)
f. For VRF Multi-Split Heat Pumps Systems that Use a Water Source for Heat Rejection
3. Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio, IEER (Integrated Part-Load Value, IPLV is Superseded by IEER January
1, 2010)
4. Heating Standard Rating Capacity Btu/h [W]
5. Heating Coefficient of Performance
6. Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency (SCHE) (50% heating/50% cooling)/ (Heat Recovery models
only)
7.2 Latent Cooling Capacity Designation. The moisture removal designation shall be published in the manufacturers
specifications and literature. The value shall be expressed consistently in either gross or net in one or more of the following
forms:
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a.
b.
c.
Sensible cooling capacity/total cooling capacity ratio (sensible heat ratio) and total capacity, Btu/h [W]
Latent cooling capacity and total cooling capacity, Btu/h [W]
Sensible cooling capacity and total cooling capacity, Btu/h [W]
7.3 Rating Claims. All claims to ratings within the scope of this standard shall include the statement Rated in accordance
with AHRI Standard 1230. All claims to ratings outside the scope of this standard shall include the statement: Outside the
scope of AHRI Standard 1230. Wherever Application Ratings are published or printed, they shall include a statement of the
conditions at which the ratings apply.
Section 8. Operating Requirements

8.1 Operating Requirements. Unitary equipment shall comply with the provisions of this section such that any production
unit will meet the requirements detailed herein.
8.2
Operating Requirements for Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]

8.2.1
Maximum Operating Conditions Test for Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Unitary equipment shall pass
the following maximum operating conditions test with an indoor-coil airflow rate as determined under 6.1.5.1.
8.2.1.1 Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 6.
8.2.2
Voltages. The test shall be run at the Range A minimum utilization voltage from AHRI Standard 110,
Table 1, based upon the unit's nameplate rated voltage(s). This voltage shall be supplied at the unit's service
connection and at rated frequency.
8.2.3
Procedure. The equipment shall be operated for one hour at the temperature conditions and voltage specified.
8.2.4
Requirements. The equipment shall operate continuously without interruption for any reason for one hour.
8.2.4.1 Units with water-cooled condensers shall be capable of operation under these maximum conditions
at a water pressure drop not to exceed 413.5 in H2O [103 kPa], measured across the unit.
8.3 Voltage Tolerance Test for Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Unitary equipment shall pass the following voltage
tolerance test with a cooling coil airflow rate as determined under 6.1.5.1.
8.3.1
Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained at the standard cooling (and/or
standard heating, as required) steady state conditions as shown in Table 6.
8.3.2
Voltages.
8.3.2.1 Tests shall be run at the Range B minimum and maximum utilization voltages from ARI Standard
110, Table 1, based upon the unit's nameplate rated voltage(s). These voltages shall be supplied at the unit's
service connection and at rated frequency. A lower minimum or a higher maximum voltage shall be used, if
listed on the nameplate.
8.3.2.2 The power supplied to single phase equipment shall be adjusted just prior to the shut-down period
(8.3.3.2) so that the resulting voltage at the unit's service connection is 86% of nameplate rated voltage when
the compressor motor is on locked-rotor. (For 200V or 208V nameplate rated equipment the restart voltage
shall be set at 180V when the compressor motor is on locked rotor). Open circuit voltage for three-phase
equipment shall not be greater than 90% of nameplate rated voltage.
8.3.2.3 Within one minute after the equipment has resumed continuous operation (8.3.4.3), the voltage shall
be restored to the values specified in 8.3.2.1.
8.3.3
Procedure.
8.3.3.1 The equipment shall be operated for one hour at the temperature conditions and voltage(s) specified.
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8.3.3.2 All power to the equipment shall be interrupted for a period sufficient to cause the compressor to
stop (not to exceed five seconds) and then restored.
8.3.4
Requirements.
8.3.4.1 During both tests, the equipment shall operate without failure of any of its parts.
8.3.4.2 The equipment shall operate continuously without interruption for any reason for the one hour
period preceding the power interruption.
8.3.4.3 The unit shall resume continuous operation within two hours of restoration of power and shall then
operate continuously for one-half hour. Operation and resetting of safety devices prior to establishment of
continuous operation is permitted.
8.4 Low-Temperature Operation Test for Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W] (Cooling). Unitary equipment shall pass the
following low-temperature operation test when operating with initial airflow rates as determined in 6.1.5.1 and 6.1.6 and with
controls and dampers set to produce the maximum tendency to frost or ice the evaporator, provided such settings are not
contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user.
8.4.1
Temperature Conditions. Temperature Conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 6.
8.4.2
Procedure. The test shall be continuous with the unit on the cooling cycle, for not less than four hours after
establishment of the specified temperature conditions. The unit will be permitted to start and stop under control of an
automatic limit device, if provided.
8.4.3
Requirements.
8.4.3.1 During the entire test, the equipment shall operate without damage or failure of any of its parts.
8.4.3.2 During the entire test, the air quantity shall not drop more than 25% from that determined under the
Standard Rating test.
8.4.3.3 During the test and during the defrosting period after the completion of the test, all ice or meltage
must be caught and removed by the drain provisions.
8.5 Insulation Effectiveness Test (Cooling). Test for Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Unitary equipment shall pass
the following insulation effectiveness (aka insulation efficiency test) when operating with airflow rates as determined in
6.1.5.1 and 6.1.6 with controls, fans, dampers, and grilles set to produce the maximum tendency to sweat, provided such
settings are not contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user.
8.5.1
Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 6.
8.5.2
Procedure. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the unit shall be operated
continuously for a period of four hours.
8.5.3
Requirements. During the test, no condensed water shall drop, run, or blow off from the unit casing.
8.6 Condensate Disposal Test (Cooling). Test for Systems < 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Unitary equipment which rejects
condensate to the condenser air shall pass the following condensate disposal test when operating with airflow rates as
determined in 6.1.5.1 and 6.1.6 and with controls and dampers set to produce condensate at the maximum rate, provided such
settings are not contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user. (This test may be run concurrently with the Insulation
Effectiveness Test (8.5)).
8.6.1
8.6.2
Procedure. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the equipment shall be started with
its condensate collection pan filled to the overflowing point and shall be operated continuously for four hours after the
condensate level has reached equilibrium.
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8.6.3
Requirements. During the test, there shall be no dripping, running-off, or blowing-off of moisture from the
unit casing.
8.7 Test Tolerance for Systems <65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. The conditions for the tests outlined in Section 8 are average
values subject to tolerances of 1.0F [ 0.6C] for air wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperatures and 1.0% of the reading for
voltages.
8.8
Operating Requirements for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W].

8.8.1
Maximum Operating Conditions Test (Cooling and Heating) Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Multi-Split
Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps shall pass the following maximum cooling and heating operating conditions test
with an indoor coil airflow rate as determined under 6.3.1 (refer to test for equipment with optional air cooling coils in
6.3.3).
8.8.2
8.8.3
Voltages. Tests shall be run at the minimum and maximum utilization voltages of Voltage Range B as shown
in Table 1 of AHRI Standard 110, at the unit's service connection and at rated frequency.
8.8.4
Procedure.
8.8.4.1 Multi-split Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps shall be operated continuously for one hour at the
temperature conditions and voltage(s) specified.
8.8.4.2 All power to the unitary equipment shall be interrupted for a period sufficient to cause the
compressor to stop (not to exceed five seconds) and then be restored.
8.8.5
Requirements.
8.8.5.1 During both tests, the unitary equipment shall operate without failure of any of its parts.
8.8.5.2 The unit shall resume continuous operation within one hour of restoration of power and shall then
operate continuously for one hour. Operation and resetting of safety devices prior to establishment of
continuous operation is permitted.
8.8.5.3 Units with water-cooled condensers shall be capable of operation under these maximum conditions
at a water-pressure drop not to exceed 413.5 in H2O [103 kPa] measured across the unit.
8.8.6
Maximum Operating Conditions Test for Equipment with Optional Outdoor Cooling Coil. Multi-split Air
Conditioners and Heat Pumps which incorporate an outdoor air cooling coil shall use the conditions, voltages, and
procedure (8.8.1 through 8.8.4) and meet the requirements of 8.8.5 except for the following changes.
a.
Outdoor air set as in 6.3.1
b.
Return air temperature conditions shall be 80.0F [26.7C] dry-bulb, 67.0F [19.4C] wet-bulb
c.
Outdoor air entering outdoor air cooling coil shall be 115F [46.1C] dry-bulb and 75.0F [23.9C]
wet-bulb
8.9 Cooling Low Temperature Operation Test for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Multi-split Air-Conditioners and
Heat Pumps shall pass the following low-temperature operation test when operating with initial airflow rates as determined in
6.3.1, 6.3.4, and with controls and dampers set to produce the maximum tendency to frost or ice the indoor coil, provided
such settings are not contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user.
8.9.1
8.9.2
Voltage and Frequency. The test shall be performed at nameplate rated voltage and frequency.
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For air-conditioners and heat pumps with dual nameplate voltage ratings, tests shall be performed at the lower of the
two voltages.
8.9.3
Procedure. The test shall be continuous with the unit in the cooling cycle for not less than four hours after
establishment of the specified temperature conditions. The unit will be permitted to start and stop under control of an
automatic limit device, if provided.
8.9.4
Requirements.
8.9.4.1 During the entire test, the unitary equipment shall operate without damage to the equipment.
8.9.4.2 During the entire test, the indoor airflow rate shall not drop more than 25% from that specified for
the Standard Rating test.
8.9.4.3 During all phases of the test and during the defrosting period after the completion of the test, all ice
or meltage must be caught and removed by the drain provisions.
8.10 Insulation Efficiency Test (Cooling) for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Multi-Split Air-Conditioners and Heat
Pumps shall pass the following Insulation Efficiency Test when operating with airflow rates as determined in 6.3.1, 6.3.4, and
with controls, fans, dampers, and grilles set to produce the maximum tendency to sweat, provided such settings are not
contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user.
8.10.1
8.10.2 Procedure. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the unit shall be operated
continuously for a period of four hours.
8.10.3
Requirements. During the test, no condensed water shall drop, run, or blow off from the unit casing.
8.11 Condensate Disposal Test (Cooling) for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. Multi-Split Air-Conditioners and Heat
Pumps which reject condensate to the condenser air shall pass the following condensate disposal test when operating with
airflow rates as determined in 6.3.1, 6.3.4, and with controls and dampers set to produce condensate at the maximum rate,
provided such settings are not contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user (This test may be run concurrently with
the insulation efficiency test (8.10)).
8.11.1
8.11.2 Procedure. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the equipment shall be started with
its condensate collection pan filled to the overflowing point and shall be operated continuously for four hours after the
condensate level has reached equilibrium.
8.11.3 Requirements. During the test, there shall be no dripping, running-off, or blowing-off of moisture from the
unit casing.
8.12 Tolerances for Systems 65,000 Btu/h [19,000 W]. The conditions for the tests outlined in Section 8.2 and 8.3 are
average values subject to tolerances of 1.0F [0.6C] for air wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperatures, 0.5F [0.3C] for
water temperatures, and 1.0% of the readings for specified voltage.
8.13 Performance Requirements for Systems using a Water Source for Heat Rejection.
8.13.1
Capacity Requirements
8.13.1.1 To be consistent with ISO 13256-1-2, water-to-air and brine-to-air heat pumps shall be designed and
produced such that any production unit will meet the applicable requirements of this standard.
8.13.1.2 For heat pumps with capacity control, the performance requirements tests shall be conducted at
maximum capacity.
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8.13.2
Maximum Operating Conditions Test

8.13.2.1 Test conditions. The maximum operating conditions tests shall be conducted for cooling and heating
at the test conditions established for the specific applications specified in Tables 12 and 13. Heat pumps
intended for use in two or more applications shall be tested at the most stringent set of conditions specified in
Tables 12 and 13.
8.13.2.2 Test Procedures
8.13.2.2.1 The equipment shall be operated continuously for one hour after the specified
temperatures have been established at each specified voltage level.
8.13.2.2.2 The 110% voltage test shall be conducted prior to the 90% voltage test.
8.13.2.2.3 All power to the equipment shall be interrupted for three minutes at the conclusion of the
one hour test at the 90% voltage level and then restored for one hour.
8.13.2.3 Test Requirements. Heat pumps shall meet the following requirements when operating at the
conditions specified in Tables 12 and 13.
8.13.2.3.1 During the entire test, the equipment shall operate without any indication of damage.
8.13.2.3.2 During the test period specified in 8.13.2.2.1, the equipment shall operate continuously
without tripping any motor overload or other protective devices.
8.13.2.3.3 During the test period specified in 8.13.2.2.3, the motor overload protective device may
trip only during the first five minutes of operation after the shutdown period of three minutes.
During the remainder of the test period, no motor overload protective device shall trip. For those
models so designed that resumption of operation does not occur within the first five minutes after the
initial trip, the equipment may remain out of operation for no longer than 30 minutes. It shall then
operate continuously for the remainder of the test period.
8.13.3 Minimum Operating Conditions Test. Heat pumps shall be tested at the minimum operating test conditions
for cooling and heating at the test conditions established for the specific applications specified in Tables 14 and 15.
Heat pumps intended for use in two or more applications shall be tested at the most stringent set of conditions
specified in Tables 14and 15.
8.13.3.1 Test Procedures. For the minimum operating cooling test, the heat pump shall be operated
continuously for a period of no less than 30 minutes after the specified temperature conditions have been
established. For the minimum operating heating test, the heat pump shall soak for 10 minutes with liquid at
the specified temperature circulating through the coil. The equipment shall then be started and operated
continuously for 30 minutes.
8.13.3.2 Test Requirements. No protective device shall trip during these tests and no damage shall occur to
the equipment.
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Table 12. Maximum Cooling Test Conditions for Systems that use a Water Source for Heat Rejection

dry bulb
wet bulb
dry bulb
Liquid entering heat exchanger*
Water-loop
heat pumps
F
C
89.6
32.0
73.4
23.0
Ground-water
heat pumps
F
C
89.6
32.0
73.4
23.0
Ground-loop
heat pumps
F
C
89.6
32.0
73.4
23.0
89.6
89.6
89.6
32.0
104
40.0
Rated
1) 90% and 110% of
rated
voltage
for
equipment with a single
nameplate rating.
2) 90% of minimum
voltage and 110% of
maximum voltage for
equipment with dual
nameplate voltage.
Frequency**
Voltage
32.0
77.0
25.0
Rated
1) 90% and 110% of
rated
voltage
for
nameplate rating.
2) 90% of minimum
voltage and 110% of
maximum voltage for
equipment with dual
nameplate voltage.
32.0
104
40.0
Rated
1) 90% and 110% of rated
voltage for equipment with a
single nameplate rating.
2) 90% of minimum voltage
and 110% of maximum
voltage for equipment with
dual nameplate voltage.
*Air and liquid flow rates shall be as established in 6.1.5 and 6.4.3
**Equipment with dual-rated frequencies shall be tested at each frequency.
Table 13. Maximum Heating Test Conditions for Systems that use a Water Source for Heat Rejection

dry bulb
dry bulb
Frequency**
Voltage
Water-loop
heat pumps
F
C
80.6
27.0
Ground-water
heat pumps
F
C
80.6
27.0
Ground-loop
heat pumps
F
C
80.6
27.0
80.6
86.0
80.6
77.0
80.6
77.0
27.0
30.0
Rated
1) 90% and 110% of
rated
voltage
for
nameplate rating.
2) 90% of minimum
voltage and 110% of
maximum voltage for
equipment with dual
nameplate voltage.
27.0
25.0
Rated
1) 90% and 110% of
rated
voltage
for
nameplate rating.
2) 90% of minimum
voltage and 110% of
maximum voltage for
equipment with dual
nameplate voltage.
27.0
25.0
Rated
1) 90% and 110% of rated
voltage for equipment with a
single nameplate rating.
2) 90% of minimum voltage
and 110% of maximum
voltage for equipment with
dual nameplate voltage.
*Air and liquid flow rates shall be as established in 6.1.5 and 6.4.3.
8.13.4
Enclosure Sweat and Condensate Disposal Test

8.13.4.1 Test Conditions. The enclosure sweat and condensate disposal test shall be conducted in
the cooling mode at the test conditions established for the applications specified in Table 16.
All controls, fans, dampers and grilles shall be set to produce the maximum tendency to sweat,
provided such settings are not contrary to the manufacturers instructions to the user. Heat pumps
intended for two or more applications shall be tested at the most stringent set of conditions.
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Table 14. Minimum Cooling Test Conditions for Systems that use a Water Source for Heat Rejection

dry bulb
maximum wet bulb
dry bulb
Frequency**
Voltage***
Water-loop
heat pumps
F
C
69.8
21.0
59.0
15.0
Ground-water
heat pumps
F
C
69.8
21.0
59.0
15.0
69.8
21.0
69.8
21.0
69.8
21.0
68.0
20.0
50.0
10.0
50.0
10.0
Rated
Rated
Ground-loop
heat pumps
F
C
69.8
21.0
59.0
15.0
Rated
Rated
Rated
Rated
***Equipment with dual-rated voltages shall be tested at the lower of the two voltages.
Table 15. Minimum Heating Test Conditions For Systems That Use A Water Source For Heat Rejection

dry bulb
dry bulb
Frequency**
Voltage***
Water-loop
heat pumps
F
C
59.0
15.0
Ground-water
heat pumps
F
C
59.0
15.0
Ground-loop
heat pumps
F
C
59.0
15.0
59.0
59.0
59.0
41.0
59.0
-23.0
15.0
15.0
Rated
Rated
15.0
5.0
Rated
Rated
15.0
5.0
Rated
Rated
Table 16. Enclosure Sweat and Condensate Test Conditions for Systems that use a Water Source for
Heat Rejection

dry bulb
wet bulb
dry bulb
Frequency**
Voltage***
Water-loop
heat pumps
F
C
80.6
27.0
75.2
24.0
Ground-water
heat pumps
F
C
80.6
27.0
75.2
24.0
Ground-loop
heat pumps
F
C
80.6
27.0
75.2
24.0
80.6
68.0
80.6
50.0
80.6
50.0
27.0
20.0
Rated
Rated
27.0
10.0
Rated
Rated
27.0
10.0
Rated
Rated
*Air and liquid flow rates shall be as established in 6.1.5 and 6.4.3
8.13.4.4.2 Test Procedures. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the heat
pump shall be operated continuously for a period of four hours.
8.13.4.4.3 Test Requirements. No condensed water shall drip, run or blow off the equipments
casing during the test.
8.13.5
General Test Methods

8.13.5.1 General. The standard capacity ratings shall be determined by the test methods and procedures
established in this clause and Appendix D. The total cooling and heating capacities shall be the average of the
results obtained using the liquid enthalpy test method (Appendix D) and the indoor air enthalpy test method
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(Appendix F), or optionally, for non-ducted equipment, the calorimeter room test method (Appendix F). The
results obtained by these two methods must agree within 5% in order for a particular test to be valid.
Measurements shall be made in accordance with the provisions of Appendices D and F.
8.13.5.2 Uncertainties of Measurement.
specified in Table 10.
8.13.5.3
The uncertainties of measurement shall not exceed the values
Test Tolerances
8.13.5.3.1 The maximum permissible variation of any observation during the capacity test is listed
in the first column of Table 17. The maximum permissible variation of any observation during the
performance tests is listed in Table 18.
Table 17. Uncertainties of Measurement for Indicated Values

Uncertainty of measurement1
F [C]
Measured quantity
Water
Temperature
Temperature difference
Volume flow
Static pressure difference
0.18 [0.1]
0.18 [0.1]
1% l/s
5 Pa /0.001 in H2O (p 100 Pa / 0.03 in H2O )
5% (p > 100 Pa / 0.03 in H2O)
Air
Dry bulb temperature
Wet bulb temperature
Volume flow
Static pressure difference
0.36 [0.2]
0.36 [0.2]
5% l/s
5 Pa /0.001 in H2O (p / 0.03 in H2O / 100 Pa)
5% (p > 0.03 in H2O / 100 Pa /)
Electrical inputs 0.5%

Time 0.2%
Mass 1.0%
Speed 1.0%
1
Uncertainty of measurement: an estimate characterizing the range of values within which the true value of a measurand lies
(measurand: a quantity subject to measurement).
NOTE Uncertainty of measurement comprises, in general, many components. Some of these components may be estimated on
the basis of the statistical distribution of the results of a series of measurements and can be categorized by experimental standard
deviations. Estimates of other components can be based on experience or other information.
8.13.5.3.2 The maximum permissible variations of the average of the test observations from the
standard or desired test conditions are shown in the second column of Table 19.
8.13.5.6 Test Results. The results of a capacity test shall express quantitatively the effects produced upon the
air by the equipment tested. For given test conditions, the capacity test results shall include such of the
following quantities as are applicable:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
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Total Cooling Capacity, Btu/h [W]

Heating Capacity, Btu/h [W]
Measured power input to equipment, W[W]
Fan power adjustment, W[W]
Liquid pump power adjustment, W[W]
Effective power input to equipment or power inputs to all equipment, in watts
Net Total Cooling Capacity, Btu/h [W]
Net heating capacity, Btu/h [W]
Energy Efficiency Ratio, Btu/(Wh)[W/W]
Coefficient of Performance
Sensible and Latent Cooling Capacity, Btu/h [W]

Table 18. Variations Allowed in Capacity Test Readings
Maximum variation of individual
reading from rating conditions
F
C
1.8
1.0
0.9
0.5
10%
2%
Readings
Indoor air inlet temperature
Dry bulb
Wet bulb
Air volume flow rate
Voltage
Liquid temperature
Inlet
Liquid volume flow rate
External resistance to airflow, in H2O
Pa
0.9
0.5
Variations of arithmetical average

values from specified test conditions
F
C
0.54
0.3
0.36
0.2
5%
1%
0.36
2%
10%
0.2
1%
5%
Table 19. Variations Allowed in Performance Test Readings

Maximum variation of individual readings from stated
performance test conditions
Quantity measured
F
For minimum operating conditions test:
Air temperatures
Liquid temperatures
For maximum operating conditions test:
Air temperatures
Liquid temperatures
For other tests:
Air temperatures
Liquid temperatures
+1.8
+1.1
+1
+0.6
-1.8
-1.1
-1
-0.6
1.8
1.1
1.0
0.6
8.13.6 Liquid Enthalpy Test Method. In the liquid enthalpy test method, capacities are determined from
measurements of the liquid temperature change and associated flow rate.
8.13.6.1 Application. This method shall be used for liquid side tests of all equipment, subject to the
additional requirements of Appendix D.
8.13.6.1.1 Calculations
8.13.6.1.1.1 Cooling Capacity. Measured total cooling capacity based on liquid side
data is calculated as follows (Appendix I) for identification of the symbols):
tco= wf cpf (tf4 t f3) t
(18)
8.13.6.1.1.2 Heating Capacity. Measured total heating capacity based on liquid side
data is calculated as follows:
tco = wf cpf (tf3 tf4) + t
(19)
8.13.6.1.1.3 If line loss corrections are to be made, they shall be included in the capacity
calculations.
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8.14 Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency (SCHE) Test
8.14.1
Simultaneous Cooling and Heating Efficiency Capacity Ratings

8.14.1.1 General Conditions
8.14.1.1.1 All modular heat recovery systems shall have Simultaneous Cooling and Heating
Efficiencies determined in accordance with the provisions of this standard. All tests shall be carried
out in accordance with the requirements of Appendix E and ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 37.
8.14.1.1.2 All indoor units shall be functioning during this test. For the purposes of simultaneous
operation testing, one-half of indoor units shall operate in cooling and one-half of indoor units in
heating with a tolerance not to exceed a ratio of 45% to 55%, based upon the cooling capacity of the
indoor units.
8.14.1.1.3 The manufacturer shall state the inverter frequency of the compressor needed to operate
50% or more of the connected indoor units at their nominal heating capacity and the equipment shall
be maintained at that frequency.
8.14.1.2 Temperature Conditions. The temperature conditions shall be as stated in Table 20.
Table 20. Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Test Conditions
Three Room Calorimeter or Air Enthalpy

SCHE3
Dry bulb
Wet bulb
F [C]
F [C]
Outdoor-side
- Air
- Water
Indoor-side:
- Heating
- Cooling
Two Room Air Enthalpy

SCHE2
Dry bulb
Wet bulb
F [C]
F [C]
47.0 [8.3]
86.0 [30.0]
43.0 [6.1]
47.0 [8.3]
86.0 [30.0]
43.0 [6.1]
70.0 [21.1]
80.0 [26.7]
59.0 [15] (max)

67.0 [19.4]
75.0 [23.2]
75.0 [23.2]
70.0 [21.1]
70.0 [21.1]
8.14.1.3 Air-flow Conditions. The test shall be conducted at the same indoor fan speed setting as for the other
capacity tests.
8.14.1.4 Test Conditions
8.14.1.4.1 Preconditions. The test room reconditioning apparatus and the equipment under test
shall be operated until equilibrium conditions are attained, but for not less than one hour, before
capacity data is recorded.
8.14.1.4.2 Duration of Test. The data shall be recorded for 30 minutes at least every five minutes at
least seven consecutive readings within the tolerance presented in ASHRAE Standard 37, Table 2A
have been attained.
NOTE: During the test, the automatic recovery of the oil in this equipment shall not adversely affect the capacity ratings.
8.14.1.5 SCHE Calculations
SCHE = (Heating Capacity (Btu/h) + Cooling Capacity (Btu/h)) / Total System Power Input (watts)
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Section 9. Marking and Nameplate Data

9.1 Marking and Nameplate Data. As a minimum, the nameplate shall display the manufacturer's name, model designation,
and electrical characteristics.
Nameplate voltages for 60 Hz systems shall include one or more of the equipment nameplate voltage ratings shown in Table
1 of AHRI Standard 110. Nameplate voltages for 50 Hz systems shall include one or more of the utilization voltages shown
in Table 1 of IEC Standard 60038.
Section 10. Conformance Conditions

10.1 Conformance. While conformance with this standard is voluntary, conformance shall not be claimed or implied for
products or equipment within the standards Purpose (Section 1) and Scope (Section 2) unless such product claims meet all
of the requirements of the standard and all of the testing and rating requirements are measured and reported in complete
compliance with the standard. Any product that has not met all the requirements of the standard shall not reference, state, or
acknowledge the standard in any written, oral, or electronic communication.
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APPENDIX A. REFERENCES NORMATIVE

A1 Listed here are all standards, handbooks and other publications essential to the formation and implementation of the
standard. All references in this appendix are considered as part of this standard.
A1.1
AHRI Standard 110-2002 (formerly ARI Standard 110), Air-Conditioning and Refrigerating Equipment
Nameplate Voltages, Air-Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute, 2002, 2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 500,
Arlington, VA 22201, U.S.A.
A1.2
AHRI Standard 210/240-2008 (formerly ARI Standard 210/240), Unitary Air-Conditioning and Air-Source
Heat Pump Equipment, 2006, Air-Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute, 2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 500,
Arlington, VA 22201, U.S.A.
A1.3
AHRI Standard 340/360-2007 (formerly ARI Standard 340/360), Commercial and Industrial Unitary AirConditioning and Heat Pump Equipment, 2004, Air-Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute, 2111 Wilson
Blvd., Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22201, U.S.A.
A1.4
AHRI Standard 365 (I-P)-2009, Commerical and Industrial Unitary, Air Conditioning Condensing Units,
2002, Air-Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute, 2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22201,
U.S.A.
A1.5
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 37-2005, Methods of Testing for Rating Unitary Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump
Equipment, 2005, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc., 1791 Tullie
Circle N.E., Atlanta, GA 30329, U.S.A.
A1.7
ASHRAE Terminology of Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration, Second Edition, 1991,
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc., 1791 Tullie Circle, N.E., Atlanta,
GA 30329, U.S.A.
A1.8
IEC Standard 60038, IEC Standard Voltages, 2002, International Electrotechnical Commission, 3, rue de
Varembe, P.O. Box 131, 1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland.
A1.9
ISO Standard 5151, Non-Ducted Air Conditioners And Heat Pumps Testing And Rating For Performance
A1.10 ISO Standard 15042, 13256, 13253, Multiple Split-System Air-Conditioners And Air-To-Air Heat Pumps
Testing And Rating For Performance
A1.11 ISO Standard 3966, Measurement of Fluid Flow In Closed Conduits Velocity Area Method Using Pitot
Static Tubes,
A1.12 ISO Standard 5167, Air Distribution and Air Diffusion Rules for Methods of Measuring Air Flow Rate In
an air handling duct
A1.13 ISO Standard 5221, Measurement Of Fluid Flow By Means Of Pressure Differential Devices Part 1:
Orifice Plates, Nozzles And Venturi Tubes Inserted In Circular Cross-Section Conduits Running Full).
A1.14 Title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 430, Subparts 430.2 and 430.32 (c), U.S. National
Archives and Records Administration, 8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD 20740-6001.
APPENDIX B. REFERENCES INFORMATIVE

None.
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APPENDIX C. UNIFORM TEST METHOD FOR MEASURING

THE ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF CENTRAL AIR
CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS NORMATIVE
Foreword: This appendix to ARI Standard 1230-2008 is the Uniform Test Method for Measuring the Energy
Consumption of Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Appendix M to Subpart B of Part 430, pages 59135
through 59180, Federal Register, Vol. 70, No. 195, Tuesday, October 11, 2005 as amended by the Federal Register,
Vol. 72, No. 203, Monday, October 22, 2007 pages 59906 through 59934.
APPENDIX M to Subpart B of Part 430 Uniform Test

Method for Measuring the Energy Consumption of Central
Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (e-CFR)
Amendment from October 11, 2005
10 CFR--PART 430
View Printed Federal Register page 70 FR 59135 in PDF format.
Amendment(s) published October 11, 2005, in 70 FR 59135
Effective Date(s): April 10, 2006

5. Appendix M to Subpart B is revised to read as follows:
Appendix M to Subpart B of Part 430Uniform Test Method for Measuring the Energy Consumption of Central
Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
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1.
DEFINITIONS
2.
TESTING CONDITIONS
2.1
Test room requirements.
2.2
Test unit installation requirements.
2.2.1 Defrost control settings.

2.2.2 Special requirements for units having a multiple-speed outdoor fan.
2.2.3 Special requirements for multi-split air conditioners and heat pumps, and systems composed of multiple mini-split
units (outdoor units located side-by-side) that would normally operate using two or more indoor thermostats.
2.2.4 Wet-bulb temperature requirements for the air entering the indoor and outdoor coils.
2.2.4.1 Cooling mode tests.
2.2.4.2 Heating mode tests.
2.2.5 Additional refrigerant charging requirements.
2.3
Indoor air volume rates.
2.3.1 Cooling tests.

2.3.2 Heating tests.
2.4
Indoor coil inlet and outlet duct connections.
2.4.1 Outlet plenum for the indoor unit.

2.4.2 Inlet plenum for the indoor unit.
2.5
Indoor coil air property measurements and air damper box applications.
2.5.1 Test set-up on the inlet side of the indoor coil: For cases where the inlet damper box is installed.
2.5.1.1 If the section 2.4.2 inlet plenum is installed.
2.5.1.2 If the section 2.4.2 inlet plenum is not installed.
2.5.2 Test set-up on the inlet side of the indoor unit: For cases where no inlet damper box is installed.
2.5.3 Indoor coil static pressure difference measurement.
2.5.4 Test set-up on the outlet side of the indoor coil.
2.5.4.1 Outlet air damper box placement and requirements.
2.5.4.2 Procedures to minimize temperature maldistribution.
2.5.4.3 Minimizing air leakage.
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2.5.5 Dry bulb temperature measurement.

2.5.6 Water vapor content measurement.
2.5.7 Air damper box performance requirements.
2.6
Airflow measuring apparatus.
2.7
Electrical voltage supply.
2.8
Electrical power and energy measurements.
2.9
Time measurements.
2.10 Test apparatus for the secondary space conditioning capacity measurement.
2.10.1 Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method.
2.10.2 Compressor Calibration Method.
2.10.3 Refrigerant Enthalpy Method.
2.11 Measurement of test room ambient conditions.
2.12 Measurement of indoor fan speed.
2.13 Measurement of barometric pressure.
3.
TESTING PROCEDURES
3.1
General Requirements.
3.1.1 Primary and secondary test methods.

3.1.2 Manufacturer-provided equipment overrides.
3.1.3 Airflow through the outdoor coil.
3.1.4 Airflow through the indoor coil.
3.1.4.1 Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.1.1 Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rate for Ducted Units.
3.1.4.1.2 Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rate for Non-ducted Units.
3.1.4.2 Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.3 Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.4 Heating Full-Load Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.4.1 Ducted heat pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rates are the same.
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3.1.4.4.2 Ducted heat pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-Load Air Volume Rates are different due to indoor fan
operation.
3.1.4.4.3 Ducted heating-only heat pumps.
3.1.4.4.4 Non-ducted heat pumps, including non-ducted heating-only heat pumps.
3.1.4.5 Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.6 Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.7 Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate.
3.1.5 Indoor test room requirement when the air surrounding the indoor unit is not supplied from the same source as the air
entering the indoor unit.
3.1.6 Air volume rate calculations.
3.1.7 Test sequence.
3.1.8 Requirement for the air temperature distribution leaving the indoor coil.
3.1.9 Control of auxiliary resistive heating elements.
3.2
Cooling mode tests for different types of air conditioners and heat pumps.
3.2.1 Tests for a unit having a single-speed compressor that is tested with a fixed-speed indoor fan installed, with a constantair-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed.
3.2.2 Tests for a unit having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed.
3.2.2.1 Indoor fan capacity modulation that correlates with the outdoor dry bulb temperature.
3.2.2.2 Indoor fan capacity modulation based on adjusting the sensible to total (S/T) cooling capacity ratio.
3.2.3 Tests for a unit having a two-capacity compressor.
3.2.4 Tests for a unit having a variable-speed compressor.
3.3
Test procedures for steady-state wet coil cooling mode tests (the A, A2, A1, B, B2, B1, EV, and F1 Tests).
3.4
Test procedures for the optional steady-state dry coil cooling mode tests (the C, C1, and G1 Tests).
3.5
Test procedures for the optional cyclic dry coil cooling mode tests (the D, D1, and I1 Tests).
3.5.1 Procedures when testing ducted systems.

3.5.2 Procedures when testing non-ducted systems.
3.5.3 Cooling mode cyclic degradation coefficient calculation.
3.6
Heating mode tests for different types of heat pumps, including heating-only heat pumps.
3.6.1 Tests for a heat pump having a single-speed compressor that is tested with a fixed speed indoor fan installed, with a
constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed.
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3.6.2 Tests for a heat pump having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed, variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan:
capacity modulation correlates with outdoor dry bulb temperature.
3.6.3 Tests for a heat pump having a two-capacity compressor (see Definition 1.45), including two-capacity, northern heat
pumps (see Definition 1.46).
3.6.4 Tests for a heat pump having a variable-speed compressor.
3.6.5 Additional test for a heat pump having a heat comfort controller.
3.7 Test procedures for steady-state Maximum Temperature and High Temperature heating mode tests (the H01, H1, H12,
H11, and H1N Tests).
3.8
Test procedures for the optional cyclic heating mode tests (the H0C1, H1C, and H1C1 Tests).
3.8.1 Heating mode cyclic degradation coefficient calculation.

3.9
Test procedures for Frost Accumulation heating mode tests (the H2, H22, H2V, and H21 Tests).
3.9.1 Average space heating capacity and electrical power calculations.

3.9.2 Demand defrost credit.
3.10 Test procedures for steady-state Low Temperature heating mode tests (the H3, H32, and H31 Tests).
3.11 Additional requirements for the secondary test methods.
3.11.1 If using the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method as the secondary test method.
3.11.1.1 If a preliminary test precedes the official test
3.11.1.2 If a preliminary test does not precede the official test.
3.11.1.3 Official test.
3.11.2 If using the Compressor Calibration Method as the secondary test method.
3.11.3 If using the Refrigerant Enthalpy Method as the secondary test method.
3.12 Rounding of space conditioning capacities for reporting purposes.
4.
CALCULATIONS OF SEASONAL PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS
4.1
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) Calculations.
4.1.1 SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a single-speed compressor that was tested with a fixedspeed indoor fan installed, a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed.
4.1.2 SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed
variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan.
4.1.2.1 Units covered by section 3.2.2.1 where indoor fan capacity modulation correlates with the outdoor dry bulb
temperature.
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4.1.2.2 Units covered by section 3.2.2.2 where indoor fan capacity modulation is used to adjust the sensible to total cooling
capacity ratio.
4.1.3 SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a two-capacity compressor.
4.1.3.1 Steady-state space cooling capacity at low compressor capacity is greater than or equal to the building cooling load at
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
4.1.3.2 Unit alternates between high (k=2) and low (k=1) compressor capacity to satisfy the building cooling load at
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) < BL(Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.1.3.3 Unit only operates at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj and its capacity is greater than the building
cooling load, BL(Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.1.3.4 Unit must operate continuously at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj, BL(Tj) Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.1.4 SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a variable-speed compressor.
4.1.4.1 Steady-state space cooling capacity when operating at minimum compressor speed is greater than or equal to the
building cooling load at temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
4.1.4.2 Unit operates at an intermediate compressor speed (k=i) in order to match the building cooling load at temperature Tj,
k=1
(Tj) < BL(Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.1.4.3 Unit must operate continuously at maximum (k=2) compressor speed at temperature Tj, BL(Tj) Q
4.2
k=2
(Tj).
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF) Calculations.
4.2.1 Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a single-speed compressor that was tested with a
fixed-speed indoor fan installed, a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed.
4.2.2 Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed,
4.2.3 Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a two-capacity compressor.
4.2.3.1 Steady-state space heating capacity when operating at low compressor capacity is greater than or equal to the
building heating load at temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
4.2.3.2 Heat pump alternates between high (k=2) and low (k=1) compressor capacity to satisfy the building heating load at a
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) BL (Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.2.3.3 Heat pump only operates at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj and its capacity is greater than the
building heating load, BL(Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.2.3.4 Heat pump must operate continuously at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj, BL(Tj) Q
4.2.4 Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a variable-speed compressor.
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4.2.4.1 Steady-state space heating capacity when operating at minimum compressor speed is greater than or equal to the
k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
4.2.4.2 Heat pump operates at an intermediate compressor speed (k=i) in order to match the building heating load at a
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) < BL(Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.2.4.3 Heat pump must operate continuously at maximum (k=2) compressor speed at temperature Tj, BL(Tj) Q
k=2
(Tj).
4.2.5 Heat pumps having a heat comfort controller.

4.2.5.1 Heat pump having a heat comfort controller: Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a
single-speed compressor that was tested with a fixed-speed indoor fan installed, a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan
installed, or with no indoor fan installed.
4.2.5.2 Heat pump having a heat comfort controller: Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a
single-speed compressor and a variable-speed, variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan.
4.2.5.3 Heat pumps having a heat comfort controller: Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a twocapacity compressor.
4.2.5.4 Heat pumps having a heat comfort controller: Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a
variable-speed compressor. [Reserved]
4.3
Calculations of the Actual and Representative Regional Annual Performance Factors for Heat Pumps.
4.3.1 Calculation of actual regional annual performance factors (APFA) for a particular location and for each standardized
design heating requirement.
4.3.2 Calculation of representative regional annual performance factors (APFR) for each generalized climatic region and for
each standardized design heating requirement.
4.4
Rounding of SEER, HSPF, and APF for reporting purposes.
1.
Definitions
1.1 Annual performance factor means the total heating and cooling done by a heat pump in a particular region in one year
divided by the total electric energy used in one year. Paragraph (m)(3)(iii) of 430.23 of the Code of Federal Regulations
states the calculation requirements for this rating descriptor.
1.2
ARI means Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute.
1.3 ARI Standard 210/2402006 means the test standard Unitary Air-Conditioning and Air-Source Heat Pump
Equipment published in 2006 by ARI.
1.4
ASHRAE means the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc.
1.5 ASHRAE Standard 232005 means the test standard Methods of Testing for Rating Positive Displacement
Refrigerant Compressors and Condensing Units published in 2005 by ASHRAE.
1.6 ASHRAE Standard 372005 means the test standard Methods of Testing for Rating Unitary Air-Conditioning and
Heat Pump Equipment published in 2005 by ASHRAE.
1.7 ASHRAE Standard 41.186 (RA 01) means the test standard Standard Method for Temperature Measurement
published in 1986 and reaffirmed in 2001 by ASHRAE.
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1.8 ASHRAE Standard 41.287 (RA 92) means the test standard Standard Methods for Laboratory Airflow
Measurement published in 1987 and reaffirmed in 1992 by ASHRAE.
1.9 ASHRAE Standard 41.694 (RA 01) means the test standard Method for Measurement of Moist Air Properties
published in 1994 and reaffirmed in 2001 by ASHRAE.
1.10 ASHRAE Standard 41.900 means the test standard Calorimeter Test Methods for Mass Flow Measurements of
Volatile Refrigerants published in 2000 by ASHRAE.
1.11 ASHRAE Standard 5199/AMCA Standard 2101999 means the test standard Laboratory Methods of Testing Fans
for Aerodynamic Performance Rating published in 1999 by ASHRAE and the Air Movement and Control Association
International, Inc.
1.12 ASHRAE Standard 11695 RA(05) means the test standard Methods of Testing for Rating for Seasonal Efficiency of
Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps published in 1995 and reaffirmed in 2005 by ASHRAE.
1.13 CFR means Code of Federal Regulations.
1.14 Constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan means a fan that varies its operating speed to provide a fixed air-volume-rate from
a ducted system.
1.15 Continuously recorded, when referring to a dry bulb measurement, means that the specified temperature must be
sampled at regular intervals that are equal to or less than the maximum intervals specified in section 4.3 part a of ASHRAE
Standard 41.186 (RA 01). If such dry bulb temperatures are used only for test room control, it means that one samples at
regular intervals equal to or less than the maximum intervals specified in section 4.3 part b of the same ASHRAE Standard.
Regarding wet bulb temperature, dew point temperature, or relative humidity measurements, continuously recorded means
that the measurements must be made at regular intervals that are equal to or less than 1 minute.
1.16 Cooling load factor (CLF) means the ratio having as its numerator the total cooling delivered during a cyclic operating
interval consisting of one ON period and one OFF period. The denominator is the total cooling that would be delivered, given
the same ambient conditions, had the unit operated continuously at its steady-state space cooling capacity for the same total
time (ON + OFF) interval.
1.17 Coefficient of Performance (COP) means the ratio of the average rate of space heating delivered to the average rate of
electrical energy consumed by the heat pump. These rate quantities must be determined from a single test or, if derived via
interpolation, must be tied to a single set of operating conditions. COP is a dimensionless quantity. When determined for a
ducted unit tested without an indoor fan installed, COP must include the section 3.7, 3.8, and 3.9.1 default values for the heat
output and power input of a fan motor.
1.18 Cyclic Test means a test where the unit's compressor is cycled on and off for specific time intervals. A cyclic test
provides half the information needed to calculate a degradation coefficient.
1.19 Damper box means a short section of duct having an air damper that meets the performance requirements of section
2.5.7.
1.20 Degradation coefficient (CD) means a parameter used in calculating the part load factor. The degradation coefficient
for cooling is denoted by CD c . The degradation coefficient for heating is denoted by CD h .
1.21 Demand-defrost control system means a system that defrosts the heat pump outdoor coil only when measuring a
predetermined degradation of performance. The heat pump's controls monitor one or more parameters that always vary with
the amount of frost accumulated on the outdoor coil (e.g., coil to air differential temperature, coil differential air pressure,
outdoor fan power or current, optical sensors, etc.) at least once for every ten minutes of compressor ON-time when space
heating. One acceptable alternative to the criterion given in the prior sentence is a feedback system that measures the length
of the defrost period and adjusts defrost frequency accordingly. 1 In all cases, when the frost parameter(s) reaches a
predetermined value, the system initiates a defrost. In a demand-defrost control system, defrosts are terminated based on
monitoring a parameter(s) that indicates that frost has been eliminated from the coil.
1
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A demand-defrost control system, which otherwise meets the above requirements, may allow time-initiated defrosts if, and
only if, such defrosts occur after 6 hours of compressor operating time.
1.22 Design heating requirement (DHR) predicts the space heating load of a residence when subjected to outdoor design
conditions. Estimates for the minimum and maximum DHR are provided for six generalized U.S. climatic regions in section
4.2.
1.23 Dry-coil tests are cooling mode tests where the wet-bulb temperature of the air supplied to the indoor coil is
maintained low enough that no condensate forms on this coil.
1.24 Ducted system means an air conditioner or heat pump that is designed to be permanently installed equipment and
delivers conditioned air to the indoor space through a duct(s). The air conditioner or heat pump may be either a split system
or a single-packaged unit.
1.25 Energy efficiency ratio (EER) means the ratio of the average rate of space cooling delivered to the average rate of
electrical energy consumed by the air conditioner or heat pump. These rate quantities must be determined from a single test
or, if derived via interpolation, must be tied to a single set of operating conditions. EER is expressed in units of
Btu/h
W
When determined for a ducted unit tested without an indoor fan installed, EER must include the section 3.3 and 3.5.1 default
values for the heat output and power input of a fan motor.
1.26 Heating load factor (HLF) means the ratio having as its numerator the total heating delivered during a cyclic operating
interval consisting of one ON period and one OFF period. The denominator is the total heating that would be delivered, given
the same ambient conditions, if the unit operated continuously at its steady-state space heating capacity for the same total
time (ON plus OFF) interval.
1.27 Heating seasonal performance factor (HSPF) means the total space heating required during the space heating season,
expressed in Btu's, divided by the total electrical energy consumed by the heat pump system during the same season,
expressed in watt-hours. The HSPF used to evaluate compliance with the Energy Conservation Standards (see 10 CFR
430.32(c), Subpart C) is based on Region IV, the minimum standardized design heating requirement, and the sampling plan
stated in 10 CFR 430.24(m), Subpart B.
1.28 Heat pump having a heat comfort controller means equipment that regulates the operation of the electric resistance
elements to assure that the air temperature leaving the indoor section does not fall below a specified temperature. This
specified temperature is usually field adjustable. Heat pumps that actively regulate the rate of electric resistance heating when
operating below the balance point (as the result of a second stage call from the thermostat) but do not operate to maintain a
minimum delivery temperature are not considered as having a heat comfort controller.
1.29 Mini-split air conditioners and heat pumps means systems that have a single outdoor section and one or more indoor
sections. The indoor sections cycle on and off in unison in response to a single indoor thermostat{Per DoE definition}.
1.30 Multiple-split air conditioners and heat pumps means systems that have two or more indoor sections. The indoor
sections operate independently and can be used to condition multiple zones in response to multiple indoor thermostats {Per
DoE definition}.
1.31 Non-ducted system means an air conditioner or heat pump that is designed to be permanently installed equipment and
directly heats or cools air within the conditioned space using one or more indoor coils that are mounted on room walls and/or
ceilings. The unit may be of a modular design that allows for combining multiple outdoor coils and compressors to create one
overall system. Non-ducted systems covered by this test procedure are all split systems.
1.32 Part-load factor (PLF) means the ratio of the cyclic energy efficiency ratio (coefficient of performance) to the steadystate energy efficiency ratio (coefficient of performance). Evaluate both energy efficiency ratios (coefficients of performance)
based on operation at the same ambient conditions.
1.33 Seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) means the total heat removed from the conditioned space during the annual
cooling season, expressed in Btu's, divided by the total electrical energy consumed by the air conditioner or heat pump during
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the same season, expressed in watt-hours. The SEER calculation in section 4.1 of this Appendix and the sampling plan stated
in 10 CFR Subpart B, 430.24(m) are used to evaluate compliance with the Energy Conservation Standards. (See 10 CFR
430.32(c), Subpart C.)
1.34 Single-packaged unit means any central air conditioner or heat pump that has all major assemblies enclosed in one
cabinet.
1.35 Small-duct, high-velocity system means a system that contains a blower and indoor coil combination that is designed
for, and produces, at least 1.2 inches (of water) of external static pressure when operated at the full-load air volume rate of
220350 cfm per rated ton of cooling. When applied in the field, small-duct products use high-velocity room outlets (i.e.,
generally greater than 1000 fpm) having less than 6.0 square inches of free area.
1.36 Split system means any air conditioner or heat pump that has one or more of the major assemblies separated from the
others.
1.37 Standard air means dry air having a mass density of 0.075 lb/ft3.
1.38 Steady-state test means a test where the test conditions are regulated to remain as constant as possible while the unit
operates continuously in the same mode.
1.39 Temperature bin means the 5 F increments that are used to partition the outdoor dry-bulb temperature ranges of the
cooling ( 65 F) and heating (<65 F) seasons.
1.40 Test condition tolerance means the maximum permissible difference between the average value of the measured test
parameter and the specified test condition.
1.41 Test operating tolerance means the maximum permissible range that a measurement may vary over the specified test
interval. The difference between the maximum and minimum sampled values must be less than or equal to the specified test
operating tolerance.
1.42 Time adaptive defrost control system is a demand-defrost control system (see definition 1.21) that measures the length
of the prior defrost period(s) and uses that information to automatically determine when to initiate the next defrost cycle.
1.43 Time-temperature defrost control systems initiate or evaluate initiating a defrost cycle only when a predetermined
cumulative compressor ON-time is obtained. This predetermined ON-time is generally a fixed value (e.g., 30, 45, 90
minutes) although it may vary based on the measured outdoor dry-bulb temperature. The ON-time counter accumulates if
controller measurements (e.g., outdoor temperature, evaporator temperature) indicate that frost formation conditions are
present, and it is reset/remains at zero at all other times. In one application of the control scheme, a defrost is initiated
whenever the counter time equals the predetermined ON-time. The counter is reset when the defrost cycle is completed.
In a second application of the control scheme, one or more parameters are measured (e.g., air and/or refrigerant temperatures)
at the predetermined, cumulative, compressor ON-time. A defrost is initiated only if the measured parameter(s) falls within a
predetermined range. The ON-time counter is reset regardless of whether a defrost is initiated. If systems of this second type
use cumulative ON-time intervals of 10 minutes or less, then the heat pump may qualify as having a demand defrost control
system (see definition 1.21).
1.44 Triple-split system means an air conditioner or heat pump that is composed of three separate components: An outdoor
fan coil section, an indoor fan coil section, and an indoor compressor section.
1.45 Two-capacity (or two-stage) compressor means an air conditioner or heat pump that has one of the following:
(1) A two-speed compressor,
(2) Two compressors where only one compressor ever operates at a time,
(3) Two compressors where one compressor (Compressor #1) operates at low loads and both compressors (Compressors #1
and #2) operate at high loads but Compressor #2 never operates alone, or
(4) A compressor that is capable of cylinder or scroll unloading.
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For such systems, low capacity means:

(1) Operating at low compressor speed,
(2) Operating the lower capacity compressor,
(3) Operating Compressor #1, or
(4) Operating with the compressor unloaded (e.g., operating one piston of a two-piston reciprocating compressor, using a
fixed fractional volume of the full scroll, etc.).
For such systems, high capacity means:
(1) Operating at high compressor speed,
(2) Operating the higher capacity compressor,
(3) Operating Compressors #1 and #2, or
(4) Operating with the compressor loaded (e.g., operating both pistons of a two-piston reciprocating compressor, using the
full volume of the scroll).
1.46 Two-capacity, northern heat pump means a heat pump that has a factory or field-selectable lock-out feature to prevent
space cooling at high-capacity. Two-capacity heat pumps having this feature will typically have two sets of ratings, one with
the feature disabled and one with the feature enabled. The indoor coil model number should reflect whether the ratings
pertain to the lockout enabled option via the inclusion of an extra identifier, such as +LO. When testing as a two-capacity,
northern heat pump, the lockout feature must remain enabled for all tests.
1.47 Wet-coil test means a test conducted at test conditions that typically cause water vapor to condense on the test unit
evaporator coil.
2.
Testing Conditions
This test procedure covers split-type and single-packaged ducted units and split-type non-ducted units. Except for units
having a variable-speed compressor, ducted units tested without an indoor fan installed are covered.
a. Only a subset of the sections listed in this test procedure apply when testing and rating a particular unit. Tables 1-A
through 1-C show which sections of the test procedure apply to each type of equipment. In each table, look at all four of the
Roman numeral categories to see what test sections apply to the equipment being tested.
1. The first category, Rows I-1 through I-4 of the Tables, pertains to the compressor and indoor fan features of the
equipment. After identifying the correct I row, find the table cells in the same row that list the type of equipment being
tested: Air conditioner (AC), heat pump (HP), or heating-only heat pump (HH). Use the test section(s) listed above each
noted table cell for testing and rating the unit.
2. The second category, Rows II-1 and II-2, pertains to the presence or absence of ducts. Row II-1 shows the test procedure
sections that apply to ducted systems, and Row II-2 shows those that apply to non-ducted systems.
3. The third category is for special features that may be present in the equipment. When testing units that have one or more
of the three (special) equipment features described by the Table legend for Category III, use Row III to find test sections that
apply.
4. The fourth category is for the secondary test method to be used. If the secondary method for determining the unit's cooling
and/or heating capacity is known, use Row IV to find the appropriate test sections. Otherwise, include all of the test sections
referenced by Row IV cell entriesi.e., sections 2.10 to 2.10.3 and 3.11 to 3.11.3among those sections consulted for
testing and rating information.
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b. Obtain a complete listing of all pertinent test sections by recording those sections identified from the four categories
above.
c. The user should note that, for many sections, only part of a section applies to the unit being tested. In a few cases, the
entire section may not apply. For example, sections 3.4 to 3.5.3 (which describe optional dry coil tests), are not relevant if the
allowed default value for the cooling mode cyclic degradation coefficient is used rather than determining it by testing.
Example for Using Tables 1-A to 1-C
Equipment Description: A ducted air conditioner having a single-speed compressor, a fixed-speed indoor fan, and a multispeed outdoor fan.
Secondary Test Method: Refrigerant Enthalpy Method
Step 1. Determine which of four listed Row I options applies ==> Row I-2
Table 1-A: AC in Row I-2 is found in the columns for sections 1.1 to 1.47, 2.1 to 2.2, 2.2.4 to 2.2.4.1, 2.2.5, 2.3 to 2.3.1,
2.4 to 2.4.1, 2.5, 2.5.2 to 2.10, and 2.11 to 2.13.
Table 1-B: AC is listed in Row I-2 for sections 3 to 3.1.4, 3.1.5 to 3.1.8, 3.2.1, 3.3 to 3.5, 3.5.3, 3.11 and 3.12.
Table 1-C: AC is listed in Row I-2 for sections 4.1.1 and 4.4.
Step 2. Equipment is ducted ==> Row II-1
Table 1-A: AC is listed in Row II-1 for sections 2.4.2 and 2.5.1 to 2.5.1.2.
Table 1-B: AC is listed in Row II-1 for sections 3.1.4.1 to 3.1.4.1.1 and 3.5.1.
Table 1-C: no AC listings in Row II-1.
Step 3. Equipment Special Features include multi-speed outdoor fan ==> Row III, M
Table 1-A: M is listed in Row III for section 2.2.2
Tables 1-B and 1-C: no M listings in Row III.
Step 4. Secondary Test Method is Refrigerant Enthalpy Method ==> Row IV, R
Table 1-A: R is listed in Row IV for section 2.10.3
Table 1-B: R is listed in Row IV for section 3.11.3
Table 1-C: no R listings in Row IV.
Step 5. Cumulative listing of applicable test procedure sections 1.1 to 1.47, 2.1 to 2.2, 2.2.2, 2.2.4 to 2.4.1, 2.2.5, 2.3 to 2.3.1,
2.4 to 2.4.1, 2.4.2, 2.5, 2.5.1 to 2.5.1.2, 2.5.2 to 2.10, 2.10.3, 2.11 to 2.13, 3. to 3.1.4, 3.1.4.1 to 3.1.4.1.1, 3.1.5 to 3.1.8, 3.2.1,
3.3 to 3.5, 3.5.1, 3.5.3, 3.11, 3.11.3, 3.12, 4.1.1, and 4.4.
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2.1 Test room requirements. a. Test using two side-by-side rooms, an indoor test room and an outdoor test room. For
multiple-split air conditioners and heat pumps (see Definition 1.30), however, use as many available indoor test rooms as
needed to accommodate the total number of indoor units. These rooms must comply with the requirements specified in
sections 8.1.2 and 8.1.3 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
b. Inside these test rooms, use artificial loads during cyclic tests and frost accumulation tests, if needed, to produce stabilized
room air temperatures. For one room, select an electric resistance heater(s) having a heating capacity that is approximately
equal to the heating capacity of the test unit's condenser. For the second room, select a heater(s) having a capacity that is
close to the sensible cooling capacity of the test unit's evaporator. When applied, cycle the heater located in the same room as
the test unit evaporator coil ON and OFF when the test unit cycles ON and OFF. Cycle the heater located in the same room as
the test unit condensing coil ON and OFF when the test unit cycles OFF and ON.
2.2 Test unit installation requirements. a. Install the unit according to section 8.2 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005
(incorporated by reference, see 430.22). With respect to interconnecting tubing used when testing split-systems, however,
follow the requirements given in section 6.1.3.5 of ARI Standard 210/240-2006 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
When testing triple-split systems (see Definition 1.44), use the tubing length specified in section 6.1.3.5 of ARI Standard
210/240-2006 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) to connect the outdoor coil, indoor compressor section, and indoor
coil while still meeting the requirement of exposing 10 feet of the tubing to outside conditions. When testing split systems
having multiple indoor coils, connect each indoor fan-coil to the outdoor unit using: (a) 25 feet of tubing, or (b) tubing
furnished by the manufacturer, whichever is longer. If they are needed to make a secondary measurement of capacity, install
refrigerant pressure measuring instruments as described in section 8.2.5 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by
reference, see 430.22). Refer to section 2.10 of this Appendix to learn which secondary methods require refrigerant
pressure measurements. At a minimum, insulate the low-pressure line(s) of a split-system with insulation having an inside
diameter that matches the refrigerant tubing and a nominal thickness of 0.5 inch.
b. For units designed for both horizontal and vertical installation or for both up-flow and down-flow vertical installations, the
manufacturer must specify the orientation used for testing. Conduct testing with the following installed:
(1) the most restrictive filter(s);
(2) supplementary heating coils; and
(3) other equipment specified as part of the unit, including all hardware used by a heat comfort controller if so equipped (see
Definition 1.28). For small-duct, high-velocity systems, configure all balance dampers or restrictor devices on or inside the
unit to fully open or lowest restriction.
c. Testing a ducted unit without having an indoor air filter installed is permissible as long as the minimum external static
pressure requirement is adjusted as stated in Table 2, note 3 (see section 3.1.4). Except as noted in section 3.1.9, prevent the
indoor air supplementary heating coils from operating during all tests. For coil-only indoor units that are supplied without an
enclosure, create an enclosure using 1 inch fiberglass ductboard having a nominal density of 6 pounds per cubic foot. Or
alternatively, use some other insulating material having a thermal resistance (R value) between 4 and 6 hrft 2 F/Btu. For
units where the coil is housed within an enclosure or cabinet, no extra insulating or sealing is allowed.
2.2.1 Defrost control settings. Set heat pump defrost controls at the normal settings which most typify those encountered in
generalized climatic region IV. (Refer to Figure 2 and Table 17 of section 4.2 for information on region IV.) For heat pumps
that use a time-adaptive defrost control system (see Definition 1.42), the manufacturer must specify the frosting interval to be
used during Frost Accumulation tests and provide the procedure for manually initiating the defrost at the specified time. To
ease testing of any unit, the manufacturer should provide information and any necessary hardware to manually initiate a
defrost cycle.
2.2.2 Special requirements for units having a multiple-speed outdoor fan. Configure the multiple-speed outdoor fan
according to the manufacturer's specifications, and thereafter, leave it unchanged for all tests. The controls of the unit must
regulate the operation of the outdoor fan during all lab tests except dry coil cooling mode tests. For dry coil cooling mode
tests, the outdoor fan must operate at the same speed used during the required wet coil test conducted at the same outdoor test
conditions.
2.2.3 Special requirements for multi-split air conditioners and heat pumps, and systems composed of multiple mini-split
units (outdoor units located side-by-side) that would normally operate using two or more indoor thermostats. For any test
where the system is operated at part load (i.e., one or more compressors off, operating at the intermediate or minimum
compressor speed, or at low compressor capacity), the manufacturer shall designate the particular indoor coils that are turned
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off during the test. For variable-speed systems, the manufacturer must designate at least one indoor unit that is turned off for
all tests conducted at minimum compressor speed. For all other part-load tests, the manufacturer shall choose to turn off
zero, one, two, or more indoor units. The chosen configuration shall remain unchanged for all tests conducted at the same
compressor speed/capacity. For any indoor coil that is turned off during a test, take steps to cease forced airflow through this
indoor coil and block its outlet duct. Because these types of systems will have more than one indoor fan and possibly
multiple outdoor fans and compressor systems, references in this test procedure to a single indoor fan, outdoor fan, and
compressor means all indoor fans, all outdoor fans, and all compressor systems that are turned on during the test.
2.2.4 Wet-bulb temperature requirements for the air entering the indoor and outdoor coils.
2.2.4.1 Cooling mode tests. For wet-coil cooling mode tests, regulate the water vapor content of the air entering the indoor
unit to the applicable wet-bulb temperature listed in Tables 3 to 6. As noted in these same tables, achieve a wet-bulb
temperature during dry-coil cooling mode tests that results in no condensate forming on the indoor coil. Controlling the water
vapor content of the air entering the outdoor side of the unit is not required for cooling mode tests except when testing:
(1) Units that reject condensate to the outdoor coil during wet coil tests. Tables 3-6 list the applicable wet-bulb temperatures.
(2) Single-packaged units where all or part of the indoor section is located in the outdoor test room. The average dew point
temperature of the air entering the outdoor coil during wet coil tests must be within 3.0 F of the average dew point
temperature of the air entering the indoor coil over the 30-minute data collection interval described in section 3.3. For dry
coil tests on such units, it may be necessary to limit the moisture content of the air entering the outdoor side of the unit to
meet the requirements of section 3.4.
2.2.4.2 Heating mode tests. For heating mode tests, regulate the water vapor content of the air entering the outdoor unit to
the applicable wet-bulb temperature listed in Tables 9 to 12. The wet-bulb temperature entering the indoor side of the heat
pump must not exceed 60 F. Additionally, if the Outdoor Air Enthalpy test method is used while testing a single-packaged
heat pump where all or part of the outdoor section is located in the indoor test room, adjust the wet-bulb temperature for the
air entering the indoor side to yield an indoor-side dew point temperature that is as close as reasonably possible to the dew
point temperature of the outdoor-side entering air.
2.2.5 Additional refrigerant charging requirements. Charging according to the manufacturers published instructions, as
stated in section 8.2 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22), means the manufacturers
installation instructions that come packaged with the unit.
2.3 Indoor air volume rates. If a unit's controls allow for overspeeding the indoor fan (usually on a temporary basis), take
the necessary steps to prevent overspeeding during all tests.
2.3.1 Cooling tests. a. Set indoor fan control options (e.g., fan motor pin settings, fan motor speed) according to the
published installation instructions that are provided with the equipment while meeting the airflow requirements that are
specified in sections 3.1.4.1 to 3.1.4.3.
b. Express the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate, the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate, and the Cooling Intermediate
Air Volume Rate in terms of standard air.
2.3.2 Heating tests. a. If needed, set the indoor fan control options (e.g., fan motor pin settings, fan motor speed) according
to the published installation instructions that are provided with the equipment. Do this set-up while meeting all applicable
airflow requirements specified in sections 3.1.4.4 to 3.1.4.7.
b. Express the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate, the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate, the Heating Intermediate Air
Volume Rate, and the Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate in terms of standard air.
2.4 Indoor coil inlet and outlet duct connections. Insulate and/or construct the outlet plenum described in section 2.4.1 and,
if installed, the inlet plenum described in section 2.4.2 with thermal insulation having a nominal overall resistance (R-value)
of at least 19 hrft 2 F/Btu.2.4.1
Outlet plenum for the indoor unit. a. Attach a plenum to the outlet of the indoor coil.
(Note: for some packaged systems, the indoor coil may be located in the outdoor test room.)
b. For systems having multiple indoor coils, attach a plenum to each indoor coil outlet. Connect two or more outlet plenums
to a single common duct so that each indoor coil ultimately connects to an airflow measuring apparatus (section 2.6). If
using more than one indoor test room, do likewise, creating one or more common ducts within each test room that contains
multiple indoor coils. At the plane where each plenum enters a common duct, install an adjustable airflow damper and use it
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to equalize the static pressure in each plenum. Each outlet air temperature grid (section 2.5.4) and airflow measuring
apparatus are located downstream of the inlet(s) to the common duct.
c. For small-duct, high-velocity systems, install an outlet plenum that has a diameter that is equal to or less than the value
listed below. The limit depends only on the cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate (see section 3.1.4.1.1) and is effective
regardless of the flange dimensions on the outlet of the unit (or an air supply plenum adapter accessory, if installed in
accordance with the manufacturers installation instructions).
d. Add a static pressure tap to each face of the (each) outlet plenum, if rectangular, or at four evenly distributed locations
along the circumference of an oval or round plenum. Create a manifold that connects the four static pressure taps. Figure 1
shows two of the three options allowed for the manifold configuration; the third option is the broken-ring, four-to-one
manifold configuration that is shown in Figure 7a of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
See Figures 7a, 7b, 7c, and 8 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) for the cross-sectional
dimensions and minimum length of the (each) plenum and the locations for adding the static pressure taps for units tested
with and without an indoor fan installed.
Cooling Full-Load Air
Volume Rate
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701 to 900
901 to 1100
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1401 to 1750
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(1) Cyclic tests; and

(2) Frost accumulation tests.
b. An acceptable alternative in all cases, including the two special cases noted above, is to install a grid of dry bulb
temperature sensors within the outlet and inlet ducts. Use a temperature grid to get the average dry bulb temperature at one
location, leaving or entering, or when two grids are applied as a thermopile, to directly obtain the temperature difference. A
grid of temperature sensors (which may also be used for determining average leaving air dry bulb temperature) is required to
measure the temperature distribution within a cross-section of the leaving airstream.
c. Use an inlet and outlet air damper box when testing ducted systems if conducting one or both of the cyclic tests listed in
sections 3.2 and 3.6. Otherwise, install an outlet air damper box when testing heat pumps, both ducted and non-ducted, that
cycle off the indoor fan during defrost cycles if no other means is available for preventing natural or forced convection
through the indoor unit when the indoor fan is off. Never use an inlet damper box when testing a non-ducted system.
2.5.1 Test set-up on the inlet side of the indoor coil: for cases where the inlet damper box is installed. a. Install the inlet side
damper box as specified in section 2.5.1.1 or 2.5.1.2, whichever applies. Insulate or construct the ductwork between the point
where the air damper is installed and where the connection is made to either the inlet plenum (section 2.5.1.1 units) or the
indoor unit (section 2.5.1.2 units) with thermal insulation that has a nominal overall resistance (R-value) of at least 19 hrft 2
F/Btu.
b. Locate the grid of entering air dry-bulb temperature sensors, if used, at the inlet of the damper box. Locate the air
sampling device, or the sensor used to measure the water vapor content of the inlet air, at a location immediately upstream of
the damper box inlet.
2.5.1.1 If the section 2.4.2 inlet plenum is installed. Install the inlet damper box upstream of the inlet plenum. The crosssectional flow area of the damper box must be equal to or greater than the flow area of the inlet plenum. If needed, use an
adaptor plate or a transition duct section to connect the damper box with the inlet plenum.
2.5.1.2 If the section 2.4.2 inlet plenum is not installed. Install the damper box immediately upstream of the air inlet of the
indoor unit. The cross-sectional dimensions of the damper box must be equal to or greater than the dimensions of the indoor
unit inlet. If needed, use an adaptor plate or a short transition duct section to connect the damper box with the unit's air inlet.
Add static pressure taps at the center of each face of the damper box, if rectangular, or at four evenly distributed locations
along the circumference, if oval or round. Locate the pressure taps between the inlet damper and the inlet of the indoor unit.
Make a manifold that connects the four static pressure taps.
2.5.2 Test set-up on the inlet side of the indoor unit: for cases where no inlet damper box is installed. If using the section
2.4.2 inlet plenum and a grid of dry bulb temperature sensors, mount the grid at a location upstream of the static pressure taps
described in section 2.4.2, preferably at the entrance plane of the inlet plenum. If the section 2.4.2 inlet plenum is not used,
but a grid of dry bulb temperature sensors is used, locate the grid approximately 6 inches upstream from the inlet of the
indoor coil. Or, in the case of non-ducted units having multiple indoor coils, locate a grid approximately 6 inches upstream
from the inlet of each indoor coil. Position an air sampling device, or the sensor used to measure the water vapor content of
the inlet air, immediately upstream of the (each) entering air dry-bulb temperature sensor grid. If a grid of sensors is not used,
position the entering air sampling device (or the sensor used to measure the water vapor content of the inlet air) as if the grid
were present.
2.5.3 Indoor coil static pressure difference measurement. Section 6.5.2 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by
reference, see 430.22) describes the method for fabricating static pressure taps. Also refer to Figure 2A of ASHRAE
Standard 5199/AMCA Standard 21099 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Use a differential pressure measuring
instrument that is accurate to within 0.01 inches of water and has a resolution of at least 0.01 inches of water to measure the
static pressure difference between the indoor coil air inlet and outlet. Connect one side of the differential pressure instrument
to the manifolded pressure taps installed in the outlet plenum. Connect the other side of the instrument to the manifolded
pressure taps located in either the inlet plenum or incorporated within the air damper box. If an inlet plenum or inlet damper
box are not used, leave the inlet side of the differential pressure instrument open to the surrounding atmosphere. For nonducted systems that are tested with multiple outlet plenums, measure the static pressure within each outlet plenum relative to
the surrounding atmosphere.
2.5.4 Test set-up on the outlet side of the indoor coil. a. Install an interconnecting duct between the outlet plenum described
in section 2.4.1 and the airflow measuring apparatus described below in section 2.6. The cross-sectional flow area of the
interconnecting duct must be equal to or greater than the flow area of the outlet plenum or the common duct used when
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testing non-ducted units having multiple indoor coils. If needed, use adaptor plates or transition duct sections to allow the
connections. To minimize leakage, tape joints within the interconnecting duct (and the outlet plenum). Construct or insulate
the entire flow section with thermal insulation having a nominal overall resistance (R-value) of at least 19 hrft 2 F/Btu.
b. Install a grid(s) of dry-bulb temperature sensors inside the interconnecting duct. Also, install an air sampling device, or the
sensor(s) used to measure the water vapor content of the outlet air, inside the interconnecting duct. Locate the dry-bulb
temperature grid(s) upstream of the air sampling device (or the in-duct sensor(s) used to measure the water vapor content of
the outlet air). Air that circulates through an air sampling device and past a remote water-vapor-content sensor(s) must be
returned to the interconnecting duct at a point:
(1) Downstream of the air sampling device;
(2) Upstream of the outlet air damper box, if installed; and
(3) Upstream of the section 2.6 airflow measuring apparatus.
2.5.4.1 Outlet air damper box placement and requirements. If using an outlet air damper box (see section 2.5), install it
within the interconnecting duct at a location downstream of the location where air from the sampling device is reintroduced
or downstream of the in-duct sensor that measures water vapor content of the outlet air. The leakage rate from the
combination of the outlet plenum, the closed damper, and the duct section that connects these two components must not
exceed 20 cubic feet per minute when a negative pressure of 1 inch of water column is maintained at the plenum's inlet.
2.5.4.2 Procedures to minimize temperature maldistribution. Use these procedures if necessary to correct temperature
maldistributions. Install a mixing device(s) upstream of the outlet air, dry-bulb temperature grid (but downstream of the
outlet plenum static pressure taps). Use a perforated screen located between the mixing device and the dry-bulb temperature
grid, with a maximum open area of 40 percent. One or both items should help to meet the maximum outlet air temperature
distribution specified in section 3.1.8. Mixing devices are described in sections 6.36.5 of ASHRAE Standard 41.186 (RA
01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) and section 5.2.2 of ASHRAE Standard 41.287 (RA 92) (incorporated by
reference, see 430.22).
2.5.4.3 Minimizing air leakage. For small-duct, high-velocity systems, install an air damper near the end of the
interconnecting duct, just prior to the transition to the airflow measuring apparatus of section 2.6. To minimize air leakage,
adjust this damper such that the pressure in the receiving chamber of the airflow measuring apparatus is no more than 0.5
inch of water higher than the surrounding test room ambient. In lieu of installing a separate damper, use the outlet air damper
box of sections 2.5 and 2.5.4.1 if it allows variable positioning. Also apply these steps to any conventional indoor blower
unit that creates a static pressure within the receiving chamber of the airflow measuring apparatus that exceeds the test room
ambient pressure by more than 0.5 inches of water column.
2.5.5 Dry bulb temperature measurement. a. Measure dry bulb temperatures as specified in sections 4, 5, 6.16.10, 9, 10,
and 11 of ASHRAE Standard 41.186 (RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). The transient testing requirements
cited in section 4.3 of ASHRAE Standard 41.186 (RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) apply if conducting a
cyclic or frost accumulation test.
b. Distribute the sensors of a dry-bulb temperature grid over the entire flow area. The required minimum is 9 sensors per
grid.
2.5.6 Water vapor content measurement. Determine water vapor content by measuring dry-bulb temperature combined with
the air wet-bulb temperature, dew point temperature, or relative humidity. If used, construct and apply wet-bulb temperature
sensors as specified in sections 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, and 11 of ASHRAE Standard 41.186 (RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see
430.22). As specified in ASHRAE 41.186 (RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22), the temperature sensor (wick
removed) must be accurate to within 0.2 F. If used, apply dew point hygrometers as specified in sections 5 and 8 of
ASHRAE Standard 41.694 (RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). The dew point hygrometers must be accurate
to within 0.4 F when operated at conditions that result in the evaluation of dew points above 35 F. If used, a relative
humidity (RH) meter must be accurate to within 0.7% RH. Other means to determine the psychrometric state of air may be
used as long as the measurement accuracy is equivalent to or better than the accuracy achieved from using a wet-bulb
temperature sensor that meets the above specifications.
2.5.7 Air damper box performance requirements. If used (see section 2.5), the air damper box(es) must be capable of being
completely opened or completely closed within 10 seconds for each action.
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2.6 Airflow measuring apparatus. a. Fabricate and operate an Air Flow Measuring Apparatus as specified in section 6.6 of
ASHRAE Standard 11695 (RA05) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Refer to Figure 12 of ASHRAE Standard 51
99/AMCA Standard 21099 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) or Figure 14 of ASHRAE Standard 41.287 (RA 92)
(incorporated by reference, see 430.22) for guidance on placing the static pressure taps and positioning the diffusion baffle
(settling means) relative to the chamber inlet.
b. Connect the airflow measuring apparatus to the interconnecting duct section described in section 2.5.4. See sections 6.1.1,
6.1.2, and 6.1.4, and Figures 1, 2, and 4 of ASHRAE Standard 372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22), and Figures
D1, D2, and D4 of ARI Standard 210/2402006 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) for illustrative examples of how the
test apparatus may be applied within a complete laboratory set-up. Instead of following one of these examples, an alternative
set-up may be used to handle the air leaving the airflow measuring apparatus and to supply properly conditioned air to the
test unit's inlet. The alternative set-up, however, must not interfere with the prescribed means for measuring airflow rate, inlet
and outlet air temperatures, inlet and outlet water vapor contents, and external static pressures, nor create abnormal
conditions surrounding the test unit. (Note: Do not use an enclosure as described in section 6.1.3 of ASHRAE Standard 37
2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) when testing triple-split units.)
2.7 Electrical voltage supply. Perform all tests at the voltage specified in section 6.1.3.2 of ARI Standard 210/2402006
(incorporated by reference, see 430.22) for Standard Rating Tests. Measure the supply voltage at the terminals on the test
unit using a volt meter that provides a reading that is accurate to within 1.0 percent of the measured quantity.
2.8 Electrical power and energy measurements. a. Use an integrating power (watt-hour) measuring system to determine
the electrical energy or average electrical power supplied to all components of the air conditioner or heat pump (including
auxiliary components such as controls, transformers, crankcase heater, integral condensate pump on non-ducted indoor units,
etc.). The watt-hour measuring system must give readings that are accurate to within 0.5 percent. For cyclic tests, this
accuracy is required during both the ON and OFF cycles. Use either two different scales on the same watt-hour meter or two
separate watt-hour meters. Activate the scale or meter having the lower power rating within 15 seconds after beginning an
OFF cycle. Activate the scale or meter having the higher power rating active within 15 seconds prior to beginning an ON
cycle. For ducted units tested with a fan installed, the ON cycle lasts from compressor ON to indoor fan OFF. For ducted
units tested without an indoor fan installed, the ON cycle lasts from compressor ON to compressor OFF. For non-ducted
units, the ON cycle lasts from indoor fan ON to indoor fan OFF. When testing air conditioners and heat pumps having a
variable-speed compressor, avoid using an induction watt/watt-hour meter.
b. When performing section 3.5 and/or 3.8 cyclic tests on non-ducted units, provide instrumentation to determine the average
electrical power consumption of the indoor fan motor to within 1.0 percent. If required according to sections 3.3, 3.4, 3.7,
3.9.1, and/or 3.10, this same instrumentation requirement applies when testing air conditioners and heat pumps having a
variable-speed constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan or a variable-speed, variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan.
2.9 Time measurements. Make elapsed time measurements using an instrument that yields readings accurate to within
0.2 percent.
2.10 Test apparatus for the secondary space conditioning capacity measurement. For all tests, use the Indoor Air Enthalpy
Method to measure the unit's capacity. This method uses the test set-up specified in sections 2.4 to 2.6. In addition, for all
steady-state tests, conduct a second, independent measurement of capacity as described in section 3.1.1. For split systems,
use one of the following secondary measurement methods: Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method, Compressor Calibration Method,
or Refrigerant Enthalpy Method. For single packaged units, use either the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method or the Compressor
Calibration Method as the secondary measurement.
2.10.1 Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method. a. To make a secondary measurement of indoor space conditioning capacity using
the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method, do the following:
(1) Measure the electrical power consumption of the test unit;
(2) Measure the air-side capacity at the outdoor coil; and
(3) Apply a heat balance on the refrigerant cycle.
b. The test apparatus required for the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method is a subset of the apparatus used for the Indoor Air
Enthalpy Method. Required apparatus includes the following:
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(1) An outlet plenum containing static pressure taps (sections 2.4, 2.4.1, and 2.5.3),
(2) An airflow measuring apparatus (section 2.6),
(3) A duct section that connects these two components and itself contains the instrumentation for measuring the dry-bulb
temperature and water vapor content of the air leaving the outdoor coil (sections 2.5.4, 2.5.5, and 2.5.6), and
(4) On the inlet side, a sampling device and optional temperature grid (sections 2.5 and 2.5.2).
c. During the preliminary tests described in sections 3.11.1 and 3.11.1.1, measure the evaporator and condenser temperatures
or pressures. On both the outdoor coil and the indoor coil, solder a thermocouple onto a return bend located at or near the
midpoint of each coil or at points not affected by vapor superheat or liquid subcooling. Alternatively, if the test unit is not
sensitive to the refrigerant charge, connect pressure gages to the access valves or to ports created from tapping into the
suction and discharge lines. Use this alternative approach when testing a unit charged with a zeotropic refrigerant having a
temperature glide in excess of 1 F at the specified test conditions.
2.10.2 Compressor Calibration Method. Measure refrigerant pressures and temperatures to determine the evaporator
superheat and the enthalpy of the refrigerant that enters and exits the indoor coil. Determine refrigerant flow rate or, when the
superheat of the refrigerant leaving the evaporator is less than 5 F, total capacity from separate calibration tests conducted
under identical operating conditions. When using this method, install instrumentation, measure refrigerant properties, and
adjust the refrigerant charge according to section 7.4.2 of ASHRAE Standard 372005 (incorporated by reference, see
430.22). Use refrigerant temperature and pressure measuring instruments that meet the specifications given in sections 5.1.1
and 5.2 of ASHRAE Standard 372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
2.10.3 Refrigerant Enthalpy Method. For this method, calculate space conditioning capacity by determining the refrigerant
enthalpy change for the indoor coil and directly measuring the refrigerant flow rate. Use section 7.5.2 of ASHRAE Standard
372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) for the requirements for this method, including the additional
instrumentation requirements, and information on placing the flow meter and a sight glass. Use refrigerant temperature,
pressure, and flow measuring instruments that meet the specifications given in sections 5.1.1, 5.2, and 5.5.1 of ASHRAE
Standard 372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
2.11 Measurement of test room ambient conditions. a. If using a test set-up where air is ducted directly from the
conditioning apparatus to the indoor coil inlet (see Figure 2, Loop Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement, of ASHRAE
Standard 372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22)), add instrumentation to permit measurement of the indoor test
room dry-bulb temperature.
b. If the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method is not used, add instrumentation to measure the dry-bulb temperature and the water
vapor content of the air entering the outdoor coil. If an air sampling device is used, construct and apply the device as per
section 6 of ASHRAE Standard 41.186 (RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Take steps (e.g., add or reposition a lab circulating fan), as needed, to minimize the magnitude of the temperature distribution non-uniformity. Position
any fan in the outdoor test room while trying to keep air velocities in the vicinity of the test unit below 500 feet per minute.
c. Measure dry bulb temperatures as specified in sections 4, 5, 6.16.10, 9, 10, and 11 of ASHRAE Standard 41.186
(RA 01) (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Measure water vapor content as stated above in section 2.5.6.
2.12 Measurement of indoor fan speed. When required, measure fan speed using a revolution counter, tachometer, or
stroboscope that gives readings accurate to within 1.0 percent.
2.13 Measurement of barometric pressure. Determine the average barometric pressure during each test. Use an instrument
that meets the requirements specified in section 5.2 of ASHRAE Standard 372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
3.
Testing Procedures
3.1 General Requirements. If, during the testing process, an equipment set-up adjustment is made that would alter the
performance of the unit when conducting an already completed test, then repeat all tests affected by the adjustment. For
cyclic tests, instead of maintaining an air volume rate, for each airflow nozzle, maintain the static pressure difference or
velocity pressure during an ON period at the same pressure difference or velocity pressure as measured during the steadystate test conducted at the same test conditions.
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3.1.1 Primary and secondary test methods. For all tests, use the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method test apparatus to determine the
unit's space conditioning capacity. The procedure and data collected, however, differ slightly depending upon whether the
test is a steady-state test, a cyclic test, or a frost accumulation test. The following sections described these differences. For all
steady-state tests (i.e., the A, A2, A1, B, B2, B1, C, C1, EV, F1, G1, H01, H1, H12, H11, HIN, H3, H32, and H31 Tests), in
addition, use one of the acceptable secondary methods specified in section 2.10 to determine indoor space conditioning
capacity. Calculate this secondary check of capacity according to section 3.11. The two capacity measurements must agree to
within 6 percent to constitute a valid test. For this capacity comparison, use the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method capacity that is
calculated in section 7.3 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) (and, if testing a coil-only
unit, do not make the after-test fan heat adjustments described in section 3.3, 3.4, 3.7, and 3.10 of this Appendix). However,
include the appropriate section 3.3 to 3.5 and 3.7 to 3.10 fan heat adjustments within the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method
capacities used for the section 4 seasonal calculations.
3.1.2 Manufacturer-provided equipment overrides. Where needed, the manufacturer must provide a means for overriding the
controls of the test unit so that the compressor(s) operates at the specified speed or capacity and the indoor fan operates at the
specified speed or delivers the specified air volume rate.
3.1.3 Airflow through the outdoor coil. For all tests, meet the requirements given in section 6.1.3.4 of ARI Standard
210/2402006 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) when obtaining the airflow through the outdoor coil.
3.1.4 Airflow through the indoor coil.
3.1.4.1 Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.1.1 Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate for Ducted Units. The manufacturer must specify the Cooling Full-load Air
Volume Rate. Use this value as long as the following two requirements are satisfied. First, when conducting the A or A2
Test (exclusively), the measured air volume rate, when divided by the measured indoor air-side total cooling capacity must
not exceed 37.5 cubic feet per minute of standard air (scfm) per 1000 Btu/h. If this ratio is exceeded, reduce the air volume
rate until this ratio is equaled. Use this reduced air volume rate for all tests that call for using the Cooling Full-load Air
Volume Rate. The second requirement is as follows:
a. For all ducted units tested with an indoor fan installed, except those having a variable-speed, constant-air-volume-rate
indoor fan. The second requirement applies exclusively to the A or A2 Test and is met as follows.
(1) Achieve the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate, determined in accordance with the previous paragraph;
(2) Measure the external static pressure;
(3) If this pressure is equal to or greater than the applicable minimum external static pressure cited in Table 2, this second
requirement is satisfied. Use the current air volume rate for all tests that require the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate.
(4) If the Table 2 minimum is not equaled or exceeded,
(4a) reduce the air volume rate until the applicable Table 2 minimum is equaled or
(4b) until the measured air volume rate equals 95 percent of the air volume rate from step 1, whichever occurs first.
(5) If the conditions of step 4a occur first, this second requirement is satisfied. Use the step 4a reduced air volume rate for
all tests that require the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate.
(6) If the conditions of step 4b occur first, make an incremental change to the set-up of the indoor fan (e.g., next highest fan
motor pin setting, next highest fan motor speed) and repeat the evaluation process beginning at above step 1. If the indoor
fan set-up cannot be further changed, reduce the air volume rate until the applicable Table 2 minimum is equaled. Use this
reduced air volume rate for all tests that require the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate.
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Table 2. Minimum External Static Pressure for Ducted Systems
Tested with an Indoor Fan Installed
Minimum External Resistance(3)

(Inches of Water)
Small-Duct, High-Velocity
All Other Systems
Systems(4,5)
Up Thru 28,800
0.10
1.10
29,000 to 42,500
0.15
1.15
43,000 and Above
0.20
1.20
(1)
For air conditioners and heat pumps, the value cited by the manufacturer in published
literature for the units capacity when operated at the A or A2 Test conditions.
(2)
For heating-only heat pumps, the value the manufacturer cites in published literature
for the units capacity when operated at the H1 or H12 Test conditions.
(3)
For ducted units tested without an air filter installed, increase the applicable tabular
value by 0.08 inch of water.
(4)
See Definition 1.35 to determine if the equipment qualifies as a small-duct, highvelocity system.
(5)
If a closed-loop, air-enthalpy test apparatus is used on the indoor side, limit the
resistance to airflow on the inlet side of the indoor blower coil to a maximum value of
0.1 inch of water. Impose the balance of the airflow resistance on the outlet side of the
indoor blower.
Rated Cooling(1) or Heating(2)
Capacity
(Btu/h)
b. For ducted units that are tested with a variable-speed, constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed. For all tests that
specify the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate, obtain an external static pressure as close to (but not less than) the applicable
Table 2 value that does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower.
c. For ducted units that are tested without an indoor fan installed. For the A or A2 Test, (exclusively), the pressure drop
across the indoor coil assembly must not exceed 0.30 inches of water. If this pressure drop is exceeded, reduce the air volume
rate until the measured pressure drop equals the specified maximum. Use this reduced air volume rate for all tests that require
the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.1.2 Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate for Non-ducted Units. For non-ducted units, the Cooling Full-load Air Volume
Rate is the air volume rate that results during each test when the unit is operated at an external static pressure of zero inches
of water.
3.1.4.2 Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate. a. For ducted units that regulate the speed (as opposed to the cfm) of the indoor
fan,
Cooling Minimum Air Vol. Rate Cooling Full-load Air Vol. Rate
Cooling Minimum Fan Speed

,
A 2 Test Fan Speed
where Cooling Minimum Fan Speed corresponds to the fan speed used when operating at low compressor capacity (twocapacity system), the fan speed used when operating at the minimum compressor speed (variable-speed system), or the
lowest fan speed used when cooling (single-speed compressor and a variable-speed variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan). For
such systems, obtain the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate regardless of the external static pressure.
b. For ducted units that regulate the air volume rate provided by the indoor fan, the manufacturer must specify the Cooling
Minimum Air Volume Rate. For such systems, conduct all tests that specify the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate(i.e.,
the A1, B1, C1, F1, and G1 Tests)at an external static pressure that does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the
indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than,
2
Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate

A1 , B1 , C1 , F1 , & G1 Test Pst Pst,A 2
,
Cooling Full - load Air Volume Rate
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where Pst,A2 is the applicable Table 2 minimum external static pressure that was targeted during the A2 (and B2) Test.
c. For ducted two-capacity units that are tested without an indoor fan installed, the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate is
the higher of (1) the rate specified by the manufacturer or (2) 75 percent of the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate. During
the laboratory tests on a coil-only (fanless) unit, obtain this Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate regardless of the pressure
drop across the indoor coil assembly.
d. For non-ducted units, the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results during each test when the
unit operates at an external static pressure of zero inches of water and at the indoor fan setting used at low compressor
capacity (two-capacity system) or minimum compressor speed (variable-speed system). For units having a single-speed
compressor and a variable-speed variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan, use the lowest fan setting allowed for cooling.
3.1.4.3 Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate. a. For ducted units that regulate the speed of the indoor fan,
Cooling Intermediate Air Vol. Rate Cooling Full-load Air Vol. Rate
E V Test Fan Speed

,
A 2 Test Fan Speed
For such units, obtain the Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate regardless of the external static pressure.
b. For ducted units that regulate the air volume rate provided by the indoor fan, the manufacturer must specify the Cooling
Intermediate Air Volume Rate. For such systems, conduct the EV Test at an external static pressure that does not cause
instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than,
2
Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate

E V Test Pst = Pst,A2
,
Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate
where Pst,A2 is the applicable Table 2 minimum external static pressure that was targeted during the A2 (and B2) Test.
c. For non-ducted units, the Cooling Intermediate Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results when the unit operates
at an external static pressure of zero inches of water and at the fan speed selected by the controls of the unit for the EV Test
conditions.
3.1.4.4 Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.4.1 Ducted heat pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rates are the same. a. Use the Cooling
Full-load Air Volume Rate as the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate for:
1. Ducted heat pumps that operate at the same indoor fan speed during both the A (or A2) and the H1 (or H12) Tests;
2. Ducted heat pumps that regulate fan speed to deliver the same constant air volume rate during both the A (or A2) and the
H1 (or H12) Tests; and
3. Ducted heat pumps that are tested without an indoor fan installed (except two-capacity northern heat pumps that are tested
only at low capacity coolingsee 3.1.4.4.2).
b. For heat pumps that meet the above criteria 1 and 3, no minimum requirements apply to the measured external or
internal, respectively, static pressure. For heat pumps that meet the above criterion 2, test at an external static pressure that
does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than, the same
Table 2 minimum external static pressure as was specified for the A (or A2) cooling mode test.
3.1.4.4.2 Ducted heat pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rates are different due to indoor fan
operation. a. For ducted heat pumps that regulate the speed (as opposed to the cfm) of the indoor fan,
Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate
H1 or H12 Test Fan Speed

,
A or A 2 Test Fan Speed
For such heat pumps, obtain the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate without regard to the external static pressure.
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b. For ducted heat pumps that regulate the air volume rate delivered by the indoor fan, the manufacturer must specify the
Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate. For such heat pumps, conduct all tests that specify the Heating Full-load Air Volume
Rate at an external static pressure that does not cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being
as close to, but not less than,
2
Heating Full - load Air Volume Rate

Heating Full - load Pst Cooling Full - load Pst
,
Cooling Full - load Air Volume Rate
where the Cooling Full-load Pst is the applicable Table 2 minimum external static pressure that was specified for the A or
A2 Test.
c. When testing ducted, two-capacity northern heat pumps (see Definition 1.46), use the appropriate approach of the above
two cases for units that are tested with an indoor fan installed. For coil-only (fanless) northern heat pumps, the Heating Fullload Air Volume Rate is the lesser of the rate specified by the manufacturer or 133 percent of the Cooling Full-load Air
Volume Rate. For this latter case, obtain the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate regardless of the pressure drop across the
indoor coil assembly.
3.1.4.4.3 Ducted heating-only heat pumps. The manufacturer must specify the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate.
a. For all ducted heating-only heat pumps tested with an indoor fan installed, except those having a variable-speed, constantair-volume-rate indoor fan. Conduct the following steps only during the first test, the H1 or H12 Test.
(1) Achieve the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate.
(2) Measure the external static pressure.
(3) If this pressure is equal to or greater than the Table 2 minimum external static pressure that applies given the heatingonly heat pumps rated heating capacity, use the current air volume rate for all tests that require the Heating Full-load Air
Volume Rate.
(4) If the Table 2 minimum is not equaled or exceeded,
(4a) reduce the air volume rate until the applicable Table 2 minimum is equaled or
(4b) until the measured air volume rate equals 95 percent of the manufacturer-specified Full-load Air Volume Rate,
whichever occurs first.
(5) If the conditions of step 4a occurs first, use the step 4a reduced air volume rate for all tests that require the Heating Fullload Air Volume Rate.
(6) If the conditions of step 4b occur first, make an incremental change to the set-up of the indoor fan (e.g., next highest fan
motor pin setting, next highest fan motor speed) and repeat the evaluation process beginning at above step 1. If the indoor
fan set-up cannot be further changed, reduce the air volume rate until the applicable Table 2 minimum is equaled. Use this
reduced air volume rate for all tests that require the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate.
b. For ducted heating-only heat pumps that are tested with a variable-speed, constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed.
For all tests that specify the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate, obtain an external static pressure that does not cause
instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than, the applicable Table 2
minimum.
c. For ducted heating-only heat pumps that are tested without an indoor fan installed. For the H1 or H12 Test, (exclusively),
the pressure drop across the indoor coil assembly must not exceed 0.30 inches of water. If this pressure drop is exceeded,
reduce the air volume rate until the measured pressure drop equals the specified maximum. Use this reduced air volume rate
for all tests that require the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate.
3.1.4.4.4 Non-ducted heat pumps, including non-ducted heating-only heat pumps. For non-ducted heat pumps, the Heating
Full-load Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results during each test when the unit operates at an external static
pressure of zero inches of water.
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3.1.4.5 Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate. a. For ducted heat pumps that regulate the speed (as opposed to the cfm) of the
indoor fan,
Heating Minimum Air Vol. Rate Heating Full-load Air Vol. Rate
Heating Minimum Fan Speed

,
H12 Test Fan Speed
where Heating Minimum Fan Speed corresponds to the fan speed used when operating at low compressor capacity (twocapacity system), the lowest fan speed used at any time when operating at the minimum compressor speed (variable-speed
system), or the lowest fan speed used when heating (single-speed compressor and a variable-speed variable-air-volume-rate
indoor fan). For such heat pumps, obtain the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate without regard to the external static
pressure.
Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate. For such heat pumps, conduct all tests that specify the Heating Minimum Air Volume
Rate(i.e., the H01, H11, H21, and H31 Tests)at an external static pressure that does not cause instability or an automatic
shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than,
2
H01 , H11 , H21 , H31 , Test Pst Pst,H12
Htg Minimum Air Vol. Rate

,
Htg Full - load Air Vol. Rate
where Pst,H12
is the minimum external static pressure that was targeted during the H12 Test.
c. For ducted two-capacity northern heat pumps that are tested with an indoor fan installed, use the appropriate approach of
the above two cases.
d. For ducted two-capacity heat pumps that are tested without an indoor fan installed, use the Cooling Minimum Air Volume
Rate as the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate. For ducted two-capacity northern heat pumps that are tested without an
indoor fan installed, use the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate as the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate. For ducted twocapacity heating-only heat pumps that are tested without an indoor fan installed, the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate is
the higher of the rate specified by the manufacturer or 75 percent of the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate. During the
laboratory tests on a coil-only (fanless) unit, obtain the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate without regard to the pressure
drop across the indoor coil assembly.
e. For non-ducted heat pumps, the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results during each test
when the unit operates at an external static pressure of zero inches of water and at the indoor fan setting used at low
compressor capacity (two-capacity system) or minimum compressor speed (variable-speed system). For units having a
single-speed compressor and a variable-speed, variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan, use the lowest fan setting allowed for
heating.
3.1.4.6 Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate. a. For ducted heat pumps that regulate the speed of the indoor fan,
Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate
H2V Test Fan Speed

,
H12 Test Fan Speed
For such heat pumps, obtain the Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate without regard to the external static pressure.
Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate. For such heat pumps, conduct the H2V Test at an external static pressure that does not
cause instability or an automatic shutdown of the indoor blower while being as close to, but not less than,
2
Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate

H2 V Test Pst Pst,H12
,
Heating Full - load Air Volume Rate
where Pst,H12
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is the minimum external static pressure that was specified for the H12 Test.
c. For non-ducted heat pumps, the Heating Intermediate Air Volume Rate is the air volume rate that results when the heat
pump operates at an external static pressure of zero inches of water and at the fan speed selected by the controls of the unit
for the H2V Test conditions.
3.1.4.7 Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate. Except for the noted changes, determine the Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate
using the approach described in section 3.1.4.6. Required changes include substituting H1N Test for H2V Test within the
first section 3.1.4.6 equation, substituting H1N Test Pst for H2V Test Pst in the second section 3.1.4.6 equation,
substituting H1N Test for each H2V Test, and substituting Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate for each Heating
Intermediate Air Volume Rate.
Heating Nominal Air Volume Rate Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate
H1N Test Fan Speed

,
H12 Test Fan Speed
Heating NominalAir VolumeRate

H1N Test Pst Pst,H12
,
Heating Full - load Air VolumeRate
3.1.5
Indoor test room requirement when the air surrounding the indoor unit is not supplied from the same source as the
air entering the indoor unit. If using a test set-up where air is ducted directly from the air reconditioning apparatus to the
indoor coil inlet (see Figure 2, Loop Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement, of ASHRAE Standard 372005) (incorporated
by reference, see 430.22), maintain the dry bulb temperature within the test room within 5.0 F of the applicable sections
3.2 and 3.6 dry bulb temperature test condition for the air entering the indoor unit.
3.1.6
Air volume rate calculations. For all steady-state tests and for frost accumulation (H2, H21, H22, H2V) tests,
calculate the air volume rate through the indoor coil as specified in sections 7.7.2.1 and 7.7.2.2 of ASHRAE Standard 37
2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). (Note: In the first printing of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005, the second IP
equation for Qmi should read, 1097CAn
PV n .) When using the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method, follow sections 7.7.2.1
and 7.7.2.2 to calculate the air volume rate through the outdoor coil. To express air volume rates in terms of standard air, use:
where,
V s = air volume rate of standard (dry) air, (ft 3 /min)da
mx
= air volume rate of the air-water vapor mixture, (ft 3 /min)mx
vn' = specific volume of air-water vapor mixture at the nozzle, ft 3 per lbm of the air-water vapor mixture
Wn = humidity ratio at the nozzle, lbm of water vapor per lbm of dry air
0.075 = the density associated with standard (dry) air, (lbm/ft 3 )
vn = specific volume of the dry air portion of the mixture evaluated at the dry-bulb temperature, vapor content, and
barometric pressure existing at the nozzle, ft 3 per lbm of dry air.
3.1.7
Test sequence. When testing a ducted unit (except if a heating-only heat pump), conduct the A or A2 Test first to
establish the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate. For ducted heat pumps where the Heating and Cooling Full-load Air
Volume Rates are different, make the first heating mode test one that requires the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate. For
ducted heating-only heat pumps, conduct the H1 or H12 Test first to establish the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate. When
conducting an optional cyclic test, always conduct it immediately after the steady-state test that requires the same test
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conditions. For variable-speed systems, the first test using the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate should precede the EV
Test if one expects to adjust the indoor fan control options when preparing for the first Minimum Air Volume Rate test.
Under the same circumstances, the first test using the Heating Minimum Air Volume Rate should precede the H2V Test. The
test laboratory makes all other decisions on the test sequence.
3.1.8
Requirement for the air temperature distribution leaving the indoor coil. For at least the first cooling mode test and
the first heating mode test, monitor the temperature distribution of the air leaving the indoor coil using the grid of individual
sensors described in sections 2.5 and 2.5.4. For the 30-minute data collection interval used to determine capacity, the
maximum spread among the outlet dry bulb temperatures from any data sampling must not exceed 1.5 F. Install the mixing
devices described in section 2.5.4.2 to minimize the temperature spread.
3.1.9
Control of auxiliary resistive heating elements. Except as noted, disable heat pump resistance elements used for
heating indoor air at all times, including during defrost cycles and if they are normally regulated by a heat comfort controller.
For heat pumps equipped with a heat comfort controller, enable the heat pump resistance elements only during the belowdescribed, short test. For single-speed heat pumps covered under section 3.6.1, the short test follows the H1 or, if conducted,
the H1C Test. For two-capacity heat pumps and heat pumps covered under section 3.6.2, the short test follows the H12 Test.
Set the heat comfort controller to provide the maximum supply air temperature. With the heat pump operating and while
maintaining the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate, measure the temperature of the air leaving the indoor-side beginning
5 minutes after activating the heat comfort controller. Sample the outlet dry-bulb temperature at regular intervals that span
5 minutes or less. Collect data for 10 minutes, obtaining at least 3 samples. Calculate the average outlet temperature over the
10-minute interval, TCC.
3.2
Cooling mode tests for different types of air conditioners and heat pumps.
3.2.1
Tests for a unit having a single-speed compressor that is tested with a fixed-speed indoor fan installed, with a
constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed. Conduct two steady-state wet coil tests, the A
and B Tests. Use the two optional dry-coil tests, the steady-state C Test and the cyclic D Test, to determine the cooling mode
cyclic degradation coefficient, CDc. If the two optional tests are conducted but yield a tested CDc that exceeds the default CDc
of if the two optional tests are not conducted, assign CDc the default value of 0.25. Table 3 specifies test conditions for these
four tests.
3.2.2
Tests for a unit having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed.
3.2.2.1 Indoor fan capacity modulation that correlates with the outdoor dry bulb temperature. Conduct four steady-state wet
coil tests: The A2, A1 , B2, and B1 Tests. Use the two optional dry-coil tests, the steady-state C1 Test and the cyclic D1 Test, to
C Dc . If the two optional tests are conducted but yield a tested

C Dc that exceeds the default C Dc or if the two optional tests are not conducted, assign C Dc the default value of 0.25. Table
determine the cooling mode cyclic-degradation coefficient,

4 specifies test conditions for these six tests
3.2.2.2 Indoor fan capacity modulation based on adjusting the sensible to total (S/T) cooling capacity ratio. The testing
requirements are the same as specified in section 3.2.1 and Table 3. Use a Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate that represents
a normal residential installation. If performed, conduct the steady-state C Test and the cyclic D Test with the unit operating in
the same S/T capacity control mode as used for the B Test.
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Table 3. Cooling Mode Test Conditions for Units Having a Single-Speed Compressor and a
Fixed-Speed Indoor Fan, a Constant Air Volume Rate Indoor Fan, or No Indoor Fan
Test description
A Testrequired (steady, wet coil) ...

B Testrequired (steady, wet coil) ...
C Testoptional (steady, dry coil) ....
D Testoptional (cyclic, dry coil) ....
Air Entering Indoor Unit

Temperature (F)
Air Entering Outdoor

Unit Temperature (F)
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
80
80
80
80
67
67
95
82
82
82
75 1
65 1
................
................
(3)
(3)
Cooling Air Volume Rate
Cooling Full-load 2
Cooling Full-load 2
Cooling Full-load 2
(4)
Notes:
(1)
(3)
The entering air must have a low enough moisture content so no condensate forms on the indoor coil. (It is recommended
that an indoor wet-bulb temperature of 57 F or less be used.)
(4)
Maintain the airflow nozzles static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON period at the same pressure
difference or velocity pressure as measured during the C1 Test.
(2)
Table 4. Cooling Mode Test Conditions for Units Having a Single-Speed Compressor and a
Variable Air Volume Rate Indoor Fan That correlates With the Outdoor Dry Bulb Temperature
(Sec. 3.2.2.1)
Test description
A2 Testrequired (steady, wet coil)........

A1 Testrequired (steady, wet coil)........
B2 Testrequired (steady, wet coil) ........
B1 Testrequired (steady, wet coil) ........
C1 Test (4)optional (steady, dry coil) .....
D1 Test (4)optional (cyclic, dry coil) .....
Air Entering Indoor

Unit
Temperature ( F)
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
80
80
80
80
80
80
67
67
67
67
(4)
(4)

Unit
Temperature ( F)
Dry
Bulb
Wet Bulb
95
95
82
82
82
82
75 (1)
75 (1)
65 (1)
65 (1)
................
................
Cooling Air Volume Rate
Cooling Full-load (2)

Cooling minimum (3)
Cooling Full-load (2)
Cooling minimum (3)
Cooling minimum (3)
(5)
Notes:
(1)
(3)
(4)
The entering air must have a low enough moisture content so no condensate forms on the indoor coil. (It is recommended
that an indoor wet-bulb temperature of 57 F or less be used.)
(5)
difference or velocity pressure as measured during the C1 Test.
(2)
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3.2.3
Tests for a unit having a two-capacity compressor. (See Definition 1.45.) a. Conduct four steady-state wet coil tests:
the A2, B2, B1, and F1 Tests. Use the two optional dry-coil tests, the steady-state C1 Test and the cyclic D1 Test, to determine
c
c
the cooling-mode cyclic-degradation coefficient, C D . If the two optional tests are conducted but yield a tested C D that
c
c
exceeds the default C D or if the two optional tests are not conducted, assign C D the default value of 0.25. Table 5
specifies test conditions for these six tests.
b. For units having a variable speed indoor fan that is modulated to adjust the sensible to total (S/T) cooling capacity ratio,
use Cooling Full-load and Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rates that represent a normal residential installation. Additionally,
if conducting the optional dry-coil tests, operate the unit in the same S/T capacity control mode as used for the B1 Test.
c. Test two-capacity, northern heat pumps (see Definition 1.46) in the same way as a single speed heat pump with the unit
operating exclusively at low compressor capacity (see section 3.2.1 and Table 3).
d. If a two-capacity air conditioner or heat pump locks out low-capacity operation at higher outdoor temperatures, then use
the two optional dry-coil tests, the steady-state C2 Test and the cyclic D2 Test, to determine the cooling-mode cyclicc
degradation coefficient that only applies to on/off cycling from high capacity, C D ( k 2) . If the two optional tests are
c
c
conducted but yield a tested C D ( k 2) that exceeds the default C D ( k 2) or if the two optional tests are not conducted,
c
c
assign C D ( k 2) the default value. The default C D ( k 2) is the same value as determined or assigned for the lowc
c
capacity cyclic-degradation coefficient, C D [or equivalently, C D (k 1) ].
Table 5. Cooling Mode Test Conditions for Units

Having a Two-Capacity Compressor
Test Description
Air Entering
Indoor Unit
Temperature (F)
Dry
Wet
Bulb
Bulb
Air Entering
Outdoor Unit
Temperature (F)
Dry
Wet
Bulb
Bulb
Compressor
Capacity
Cooling Air
Volume Rate
A2 Test required
Cooling Full80
67
95
75(1)
High
(steady, wet coil)
Load2)
B2 Test required
Cooling Full80
67
82
65(1)
High
(steady, wet coil)
Load2)
B1 Test required
Cooling
80
67
82
65(1)
Low
(steady, wet coil)
Minimum(3)
C2 Test optional
Cooling Full(4)
80
82
High
(steady, dry-coil)
Load(2)
D2 Test optional
(4)
(5)
80
82
High
(cyclic, dry-coil)
C1 Test optional
Cooling
(4)
80
82
Low
(steady, dry-coil)
Minimum(3)
D1 Test optional
(4)
(6)
80
82
Low
(cyclic, dry-coil)
F1 Test required
Cooling
80
67
67
53.5(1)
Low
(steady, wet coil)
Minimum(3)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
The entering air must have a low enough moisture content so no condensate forms on the indoor
coil. DOE recommends using an indoor air wet-bulb temperature of 57F or less.
(5)
Maintain the airflow nozzle(s) static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON period
at the same pressure or velocity as measured during the C2 Test.
(6)
Maintain the airflow nozzle(s) static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON period
at the same pressure or velocity as measured during the C1 Test.
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3.2.4
Tests for a unit having a variable-speed compressor. a. Conduct five steady-state wet coil tests: The A2, EV, B2, B1,
and F1 tests. Use the two optional dry-coil tests, the steady-state G1 Test and the cyclic I1 Test, to determine the cooling mode
C Dc . If the two optional tests are conducted but yield a tested C Dc that exceeds the default
C Dc or if the two optional tests are not conducted, assign C Dc the default value of 0.25. Table 6 specifies test conditions for
cyclic-degradation coefficient,
these seven tests. Determine the intermediate compressor speed cited in Table 6 using:
where a tolerance of plus 5 percent or the next higher inverter frequency step from that calculated is allowed.
b. For units that modulate the indoor fan speed to adjust the sensible to total (S/T) cooling capacity ratio, use Cooling Fullload, Cooling Intermediate, and Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rates that represent a normal residential installation.
Additionally, if conducting the optional dry-coil tests, operate the unit in the same S/T capacity control mode as used for the
F1 Test.
c. For multiple-split air conditioners and heat pumps (except where noted), the following procedures supersede the above
requirements: For all Table 6 tests specified for a minimum compressor speed, at least one indoor unit must be turned off.
The manufacturer shall designate the particular indoor unit(s) that is turned off. The manufacturer must also specify the
compressor speed used for the Table 6 EV Test, a cooling-mode intermediate compressor speed that falls within and of
the difference between the maximum and minimum cooling-mode speeds. The manufacturer should prescribe an
intermediate speed that is expected to yield the highest EER for the given EV Test conditions and bracketed compressor speed
range. The manufacturer can designate that one or more indoor units are turned off for the EV Test.
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Table 6. Cooling Mode Test Condition for Units

Having a Variable-Speed Compressor
Test Description
Air Entering
Indoor Unit
Air Entering
Outdoor Unit
Temperature (F)
Temperature (F)
Dry
Bulb
Wet
Bulb
Dry
Bulb
Compressor
Speed
Cooling Air
Volume Rate
Wet
Bulb
A2 Test
required
Cooling Full80
67
95
75(1)
Maximum
(steady, wet
Load(2)
coil)
B2 Test
required
Cooling Full80
67
82
65(1)
Maximum
(steady wet
Load(2)
coil)
EV Test
required
Cooling
80
67
87
69(1)
Intermediate
(steady, wet
Intermediate(3)
coil)
B1 Test
required
Cooling
80
67
82
65(1)
Minimum
(steady, wet
Minimum(4)
coil)
F1 Test
required
Cooling
80
67
67
53.5(1)
Minimum
(steady, wet
Minimum(4)
coil)
G1 Test(5)
optional
Cooling
(6)
80
67
Minimum
(steady, dryMinimum(4)
coil)
I1 Test(5)
(6)
(6)
optional
80
67
Minimum
(cyclic, dry-coil)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
The entering air must have a low enough moisture content so no condensate forms on the
indoor coil. DOE recommends using an indoor air wet bulb temperature of 57F or less.
(6)
Maintain the airflow nozzle(s) static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON
period at the same pressure difference or velocity pressure as measured during the G1 Test.
3.3
Test procedures for steady-state wet coil cooling mode tests (the A, A2, A1, B, B2, B1, EV, and F1 Tests). a. For the
pretest interval, operate the test room reconditioning apparatus and the unit to be tested until maintaining equilibrium
conditions for at least 30 minutes at the specified section 3.2 test conditions. Use the exhaust fan of the airflow measuring
apparatus and, if installed, the indoor fan of the test unit to obtain and then maintain the indoor air volume rate and/or
external static pressure specified for the particular test. Continuously record (see Definition 1.15):
(1) The dry-bulb temperature of the air entering the indoor coil,
(2) The water vapor content of the air entering the indoor coil,
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(3) The dry-bulb temperature of the air entering the outdoor coil, and
(4) For the section 2.2.4 cases where its control is required, the water vapor content of the air entering the outdoor coil.
Refer to section 3.11 for additional requirements that depend on the selected secondary test method.
b. After satisfying the pretest equilibrium requirements, make the measurements specified in Table 3 of ASHRAE Standard
372005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) for the Indoor Air Enthalpy method and the user-selected secondary
method. Except for external static pressure, make the Table 3 measurements at equal intervals that span 10 minutes or less.
Measure external static pressure every 5 minutes or less. Continue data sampling until reaching a 30-minute period (e.g., four
consecutive 10-minute samples) where the test tolerances specified in Table 7 are satisfied. For those continuously recorded
parameters, use the entire data set from the 30-minute interval to evaluate Table 7 compliance. Determine the average
electrical power consumption of the air conditioner or heat pump over the same 30-minute interval.
c. Calculate indoor-side total cooling capacity as specified in sections 7.3.3.1 and 7.3.3.3 of ASHRAE Standard 372005
(incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Do not adjust the parameters used in calculating capacity for the permitted
variations in test conditions. Evaluate air enthalpies based on the measured barometric pressure. Assign the average total
space cooling capacity and electrical power consumption over the 30-minute data collection interval to the variables Q ck(T)
and E ck(T), respectively. For these two variables, replace the T with the nominal outdoor temperature at which the test
was conducted. The superscript k is used only when testing multi-capacity units. Use the superscript k=2 to denote a test with
the unit operating at high capacity or maximum speed, k=1 to denote low capacity or minimum speed, and k=v to denote the
intermediate speed.
d. For units tested without an indoor fan installed, decrease Q ck(T) by
and increase E
(T) by,
where V s is the average measured indoor air volume rate expressed in units of cubic feet per minute of standard air (scfm).
Table 7. Test Operating and Test Condition Tolerances for Section 3.3 Steady-State Wet Coil
Cooling Mode Tests and Section 3.4 Dry Coil Cooling Mode Tests
Test Operating Tolerance (1)
Indoor dry-bulb, F
Entering temperature ........................................................
Leaving temperature .........................................................
Indoor wet-bulb, F
Outdoor dry-bulb, F
Outdoor wet-bulb, F
External resistance to airflow, inches of water ........................
Electrical voltage, % of rdg. ....................................................
Nozzle pressure drop, % of rdg. ...............................................
Test Condition Tolerance (2)
2.0
2.0
0.5
1.0
1.0 (3)
0.3 (3)
2.0
2.0 (4)
0.5
1.0
1.0
0.05 (4)
2.0
2.0
0.3 (5)
0.02 (6)
1.5
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Table 7. Test Operating and Test Condition Tolerances for Section 3.3 Steady-State Wet Coil
Cooling Mode Tests and Section 3.4 Dry Coil Cooling Mode Tests
Notes:
(1)
See Definition 1.41.

(3)
Only applies during wet coil tests; does not apply during steady-state, dry coil cooling mode tests.
(4)
Only applies when using the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method.
(5)
Only applies during wet coil cooling mode tests where the unit rejects condensate to the outdoor coil.
(6)
Only applies when testing non-ducted units.
(2)
d. For air conditioners and heat pumps having a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan, the five additional steps listed below
are required if the average of the measured external static pressures exceeds the applicable sections 3.1.4 minimum (or target)
external static pressure (Pmin) by 0.03 inches of water or more.
1. Measure the average power consumption of the indoor fan motor ( E fan,1) and record the corresponding external static
pressure (P1) during or immediately following the 30-minute interval used for determining capacity.
2. After completing the 30-minute interval and while maintaining the same test conditions, adjust the exhaust fan of the
airflow measuring apparatus until the external static pressure increases to approximately P1 + (P1 Pmin).
3. After re-establishing steady readings of the fan motor power and external static pressure, determine average values for the
indoor fan power ( E
fan,2)
and the external static pressure (P2) by making measurements over a 5-minute interval.
4. Approximate the average power consumption of the indoor fan motor at Pmin using linear extrapolation:
5. Increase the total space cooling capacity, Q ck(T), by the quantity ( E
Decrease the total electrical power, E
fan, 1
fan, min),
when expressed on a Btu/h basis.
(T), by the same fan power difference, now expressed in watts.
3.4
Test procedures for the optional steady-state dry-coil cooling-mode tests (the C, C1, C2, and G1 Tests). a. Except for
the modifications noted in this section, conduct the steady-state dry coil cooling mode tests as specified in section 3.3 for wet
coil tests. Prior to recording data during the steady-state dry coil test, operate the unit at least one hour after achieving dry
coil conditions. Drain the drain pan and plug the drain opening. Thereafter, the drain pan should remain completely dry.
b. Denote the resulting total space cooling capacity and electrical power derived from the test as Q
and E
. With
ss, dry
ss, dry
for duct losses (i.e., do not apply section 7.3.3.3 of ASHRAE Standard
regard to a section 3.3 deviation, do not adjust Q
ss, dry
37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22)). In preparing for the section 3.5 cyclic tests, record the average indoor
side air volume rate,
V , specific heat of the air, Cp,a (expressed on dry air basis), specific volume of the air at the nozzles,
vn, humidity ratio at the nozzles, Wn, and either pressure difference or velocity pressure for the flow nozzles. For units
having a variable-speed indoor fan (that provides either a constant or variable air volume rate) that will or may be tested
during the cyclic dry coil cooling mode test with the indoor fan turned off (see section 3.5), include the electrical power used
by the indoor fan motor among the recorded parameters from the 30-minute test.
3.5
Test procedures for the optional cyclic dry-coil cooling-mode tests (the D, D1, D2, and I1 Tests). a. After completing
the steady-state dry-coil test, remove the Outdoor Air Enthalpy method test apparatus, if connected, and begin manual
OFF/ON cycling of the unit's compressor. The test set-up should otherwise be identical to the set-up used during the steadystate dry coil test. When testing heat pumps, leave the reversing valve during the compressor OFF cycles in the same position
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as used for the compressor ON cycles, unless automatically changed by the controls of the unit. For units having a variablespeed indoor fan, the manufacturer has the option of electing at the outset whether to conduct the cyclic test with the indoor
fan enabled or disabled. Always revert to testing with the indoor fan disabled if cyclic testing with the fan enabled is
unsuccessful.
b. For units having a single-speed or two-capacity compressor, cycle the compressor OFF for 24 minutes and then ON for 6
minutes (cyc,dry = 0.5 hours). For units having a variable-speed compressor, cycle the compressor OFF for 48 minutes and
then ON for 12 minutes (cyc, dry = 1.0 hours). Repeat the OFF/ON compressor cycling pattern until the test is completed.
Allow the controls of the unit to regulate cycling of the outdoor fan.
c. Sections 3.5.1 and 3.5.2 specify airflow requirements through the indoor coil of ducted and non-ducted systems,
respectively. In all cases, use the exhaust fan of the airflow measuring apparatus (covered under section 2.6) along with the
indoor fan of the unit, if installed and operating, to approximate a step response in the indoor coil airflow. Regulate the
exhaust fan to quickly obtain and then maintain the flow nozzle static pressure difference or velocity pressure at the same
value as was measured during the steady-state dry coil test. The pressure difference or velocity pressure should be within 2
percent of the value from the steady-state dry coil test within 15 seconds after airflow initiation. For units having a variablespeed indoor fan that ramps when cycling on and/or off, use the exhaust fan of the airflow measuring apparatus to impose a
step response that begins at the initiation of ramp up and ends at the termination of ramp down.
d. For units having a variable-speed indoor fan, conduct the cyclic dry coil test using the pull-thru approach described below
if any of the following occur when testing with the fan operating:
(1) The test unit automatically cycles off;
(2) Its blower motor reverses; or
(3) The unit operates for more than 30 seconds at an external static pressure that is 0.1 inches of water or more higher than
the value measured during the prior steady-state test.
For the pull-thru approach, disable the indoor fan and use the exhaust fan of the airflow measuring apparatus to generate the
specified flow nozzles static pressure difference or velocity pressure. If the exhaust fan cannot deliver the required pressure
difference because of resistance created by the unpowered blower, temporarily remove the blower.
e. After completing a minimum of two complete compressor OFF/ON cycles, determine the overall cooling delivered and
total electrical energy consumption during any subsequent data collection interval where the test tolerances given in Table 8
are satisfied. If available, use electric resistance heaters (see section 2.1) to minimize the variation in the inlet air temperature.
f. With regard to the Table 8 parameters, continuously record the dry-bulb temperature of the air entering the indoor and
outdoor coils during periods when air flows through the respective coils. Sample the water vapor content of the indoor coil
inlet air at least every 2 minutes during periods when air flows through the coil. Record external static pressure and the air
volume rate indicator (either nozzle pressure difference or velocity pressure) at least every minute during the interval that air
flows through the indoor coil. (These regular measurements of the airflow rate indicator are in addition to the required
measurement at 15 seconds after flow initiation.) Sample the electrical voltage at least every 2 minutes beginning 30 seconds
after compressor start-up. Continue until the compressor, the outdoor fan, and the indoor fan (if it is installed and operating)
cycle off.
g. For ducted units, continuously record the dry-bulb temperature of the air entering (as noted above) and leaving the indoor
coil. Or if using a thermopile, continuously record the difference between these two temperatures during the interval that air
flows through the indoor coil. For non-ducted units, make the same dry-bulb temperature measurements beginning when the
compressor cycles on and ending when indoor coil airflow ceases.
h. Integrate the electrical power over complete cycles of length cyc, dry. For ducted units tested with an indoor fan installed
and operating, integrate electrical power from indoor fan OFF to indoor fan OFF. For all other ducted units and for nonducted units, integrate electrical power from compressor OFF to compressor OFF. (Some cyclic tests will use the same data
collection intervals to determine the electrical energy and the total space cooling. For other units, terminate data collection
used to determine the electrical energy before terminating data collection used to determine total space cooling.)
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Table 8. Test Operating and Test Condition Tolerances for

Cyclic Dry Coil Cooling Mode Tests
Indoor entering dry-bulb temperature (3), F ..........................
2.0
Indoor entering wet-bulb temperature, F .............................. .....................................
2.0
Outdoor entering dry-bulb temperature (3), F ........................
0.05
External resistance to airflow (3), inches of water ..................
Airflow nozzle pressure difference or velocity pressure (3),
2.0
% of reading ......................................................................
2.0
Electrical voltage (6), % of rdg. ..............................................

0.5
(4)
0.5
......................................
2.0 (5)
1.5
Notes:
(1)

(3)
Applies during the interval that air flows through the indoor (outdoor) coil except for the first 30 seconds after flow
initiation. For units having a variable-speed indoor fan that ramps, the tolerances listed for the external resistance to
airflow apply from 30 seconds after achieving full speed until ramp down begins.
(4)
Shall at no time exceed a wet-bulb temperature that results in condensate forming on the indoor coil.
(5)
The test condition shall be the average nozzle pressure difference or velocity pressure measured during the steadystate dry coil test.
(6)
Applies during the interval when at least one of the followingthe compressor, the outdoor fan, or, if applicable, the
indoor fanare operating except for the first 30 seconds after compressor start-up.
(2)
i. If the Table 8 tolerances are satisfied over the complete cycle, record the measured electrical energy consumption as ecyc, dry
and express it in units of watt-hours. Calculate the total space cooling delivered, qcyc,dry, in units of Btu using,
where V , Cp,a, vn' (or vn), and Wn are the values recorded during the section 3.4 dry coil steady-state test and,
Tal () = dry bulb temperature of the air entering the indoor coil at time , F.
Ta2 () = dry bulb temperature of the air leaving the indoor coil at time , F.
1 = for ducted units, the elapsed time when airflow is initiated through the indoor coil; for non-ducted units, the elapsed time
when the compressor is cycled on, hr.
2 = the elapsed time when indoor coil airflow ceases, hr.
3.5.1
Procedures when testing ducted systems. The automatic controls that are normally installed with the test unit must
govern the OFF/ON cycling of the air moving equipment on the indoor side (exhaust fan of the airflow measuring apparatus
and, if installed, the indoor fan of the test unit). For example, for ducted units tested without an indoor fan installed but rated
based on using a fan time delay relay, control the indoor coil airflow according to the rated ON and/or OFF delays provided
by the relay. For ducted units having a variable-speed indoor fan that has been disabled (and possibly removed), start and
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stop the indoor airflow at the same instances as if the fan were enabled. For all other ducted units tested without an indoor fan
installed, cycle the indoor coil airflow in unison with the cycling of the compressor. Close air dampers on the inlet (section
2.5.1) and outlet side (sections 2.5 and 2.5.4) during the OFF period. Airflow through the indoor coil should stop within
3 seconds after the automatic controls of the test unit (act to) de-energize the indoor fan. For ducted units tested without an
indoor fan installed (excluding the special case where a variable-speed fan is temporarily removed), increase ecyc,dry by the
quantity,
and decrease qcyc,dry by,
Where V s is the average indoor air volume rate from the section 3.4 dry coil steady-state test and is expressed in units of
cubic feet per minute of standard air (scfm). For units having a variable-speed indoor fan that is disabled during the cyclic
test, increase ecyc,dry and decrease qcyc,dry based on:
a. The product of [2 1] and the indoor fan power measured during or following the dry coil steady-state test; or,
b. The following algorithm if the indoor fan ramps its speed when cycling.
1. Measure the electrical power consumed by the variable-speed indoor fan at a minimum of three operating conditions: at
the speed/air volume rate/external static pressure that was measured during the steady-state test, at operating conditions
associated with the midpoint of the ramp-up interval, and at conditions associated with the midpoint of the ramp-down
interval. For these measurements, the tolerances on the airflow volume or the external static pressure are the same as required
for the section 3.4 steady-state test.
2. For each case, determine the fan power from measurements made over a minimum of 5 minutes.
3. Approximate the electrical energy consumption of the indoor fan if it had operated during the cyclic test using all three
power measurements. Assume a linear profile during the ramp intervals. The manufacturer must provide the durations of the
ramp-up and ramp-down intervals. If a manufacturer-supplied ramp interval exceeds 45 seconds, use a 45-second ramp
interval nonetheless when estimating the fan energy.
The manufacturer is allowed to choose option a, and forego the extra testing burden of option b, even if the unit ramps indoor
fan speed when cycling.
3.5.2
Procedures when testing non-ducted systems. Do not use air dampers when conducting cyclic tests on non-ducted
units. Until the last OFF/ON compressor cycle, airflow through the indoor coil must cycle off and on in unison with the
compressor. For the last OFF/ON compressor cyclethe one used to determine ecyc,dry and qcyc,dryuse the exhaust fan of the
airflow measuring apparatus and the indoor fan of the test unit to have indoor airflow start 3 minutes prior to compressor cuton and end three minutes after compressor cutoff. Subtract the electrical energy used by the indoor fan during the 3 minutes
prior to compressor cut-on from the integrated electrical energy, ecyc, dry. Add the electrical energy used by the indoor fan
during the 3 minutes after compressor cutoff to the integrated cooling capacity, qcyc, dry. For the case where the non-ducted
unit uses a variable-speed indoor fan which is disabled during the cyclic test, correct ecyc,dry and qcyc,dry using the same
approach as prescribed in section 3.5.1 for ducted units having a disabled variable-speed indoor fan.
3.5.3
Cooling-mode cyclic-degradation coefficient calculation. Use the two optional dry-coil tests to determine the
c
cooling-mode cyclic-degradation coefficient, C D . Append (k=2) to the coefficient if it corresponds to a two-capacity unit
c
c
cycling at high capacity. If the two optional tests are conducted but yield a tested C D that exceeds the default C D or if the
c
two optional tests are not conducted, assign C D the default value of 0.25. The default value for two-capacity units cycling at
c
c
c
high capacity, however, is the low-capacity coefficient, i.e., C D ( k 2) = C D . Evaluate C D using the above results and
those from the section 3.4 dry-coil steady-state test.
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where,
the average energy efficiency ratio during the cyclic dry coil cooling mode test, Btu/Wh
the average energy efficiency ratio during the steady-state dry coil cooling mode test, Btu/Wh
the cooling load factor dimensionless.

Round the calculated value for CDc to the nearest 0.01. If CDc is negative, then set it equal to zero.
3.6
Heating mode tests for different types of heat pumps, including heating-only heat pumps.
3.6.1
Tests for a heat pump having a single-speed compressor that is tested with a fixed speed indoor fan installed, with a
constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed. Conduct the optional High Temperature Cyclic
C Dh . If this optional test is conducted but yields a

h
h
h
tested C D that exceeds the default C D or if the optional test is not conducted, assign C D the default value of 0.25. Test
(H1C) Test to determine the heating mode cyclic-degradation coefficient,

conditions for the four tests are specified in Table 9.
3.6.2
Tests for a heat pump having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed, variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan:
capacity modulation correlates with outdoor dry bulb temperature. Conduct five tests: two High Temperature Tests (H12 and
H11), one Frost Accumulation Test (H22), and two Low Temperature Tests (H32 and H31). Conducting an additional Frost
Accumulation Test (H21) is optional. Conduct the optional High Temperature Cyclic (H1C1) Test to determine the heating
C Dh . If this optional test is conducted but yields a tested C Dh that exceeds the default
C Dh or if the optional test is not conducted, assign C Dh the default value of 0.25. Test conditions for the seven tests are
mode cyclic-degradation coefficient,
specified in Table 10. If the optional H21 Test is not performed, use the following equations to approximate the capacity and
electrical power of the heat pump at the H21 test conditions:
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Table 9. Heating Mode Test Conditions for Units Having a Single-Speed Compressor and
a Fixed-Speed Indoor Fan, a Constant Air Volume Rate Indoor Fan, or No Indoor Fan
Test description
H1 Test (required, steady) .................

H1C Test (optional, cyclic) ...............
H2 Test (required) .............................
H3 Test (required, steady) .................

Temperature (F)

Unit Temperature
(F)
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
Dry
Bulb
Wet Bulb
70
70
70
70
60 (max)
60 (max)
60 (max)
60 (max)
47
47
35
17
43
43
33
15
Heating Air
Volume Rate
Heating Full-load (1)

(2)

Notes:
(1)
(2)

pressure difference or velocity pressure as measured during the H1 Test.
Table 10. Heating Mode Test Conditions for Units Having a Single-Speed
Compressor and a Variable Air Volume Rate Indoor Fan
Test description
H12 Test (required, steady)................
H1C1 Test (optional, cyclic) ..............
H22 Test (required)............................
H21 Test (optional) ............................

Temperature (F)

Unit Temperature (F)
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
60 (max).......
60 (max) ......
60 (max) ......
60 (max).......
60 (max) ......
60 (max) ......
60 (max) ......
47
47
47
35
35
17
17
43
43
43
33
33
15
15
Heating Air Volume Rate

Heating Minimum (2)
(3)

Heating Minimum (2)
Heating Minimum (2)
Notes:
(1)

(3)
difference or velocity pressure as measured during the H11 Test.
(2)
where,
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The quantities Q
k=2
(47), E
k=2
(47), Q
k=1
(47), and E
as specified in section 3.7; the quantities Q
k=2
k=1
(35) and E
(47) are determined from the H12 and H11 Tests and evaluated
k=2
(35) are determined from the H22 Test and evaluated as
specified in section 3.9; and the quantities Q hk=2(17), E hk=2(17), Q hk=1(17), and E hk=1(17), are determined from the H32
and H31 Tests and evaluated as specified in section 3.10.3.6.3 Tests for a heat pump having a two-capacity compressor (see
Definition 1.45), including two-capacity, northern heat pumps (see Definition 1.46). a. Conduct one Maximum Temperature
Test (H01), two High Temperature Tests (H12 and H11), one Frost Accumulation Test (H22), and one Low Temperature Test
(H32). Conduct an additional Frost Accumulation Test (H21) and Low Temperature Test (H31) if both of the following
conditions exist:
1. Knowledge of the heat pump's capacity and electrical power at low compressor capacity for outdoor temperatures of 37 F
and less is needed to complete the section 4.2.3 seasonal performance calculations, and
2. The heat pump's controls allow low capacity operation at outdoor temperatures of 37 F and less.
b. Conduct the optional Maximum Temperature Cyclic Test (H0C1) to determine the heating mode cyclic degradation
coefficient, CDh. If this optional test is not conducted, assign CDh the default value of 0.25. Table 10 specifies test conditions
for these eight tests.
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Table 11. Heating Mode Test Conditions for Units

Having a Two-Capacity Compressor
Test Description
Air Entering Indoor

Unit
Temperature (F)
Air Entering
Outdoor Unit
Temperature (F)
Compressor
Capacity
Heating Air
Volume Rate
Dry
Bulb
Wet Bulb
Dry
Bulb
Wet Bulb
H01 Test
(required, steady)
70
60(max)
62
56.5
Low
Heating
Minimum(1)
H12 Test
(required, steady)
70
60(max)
47
43
High
Heating
Full-Load(2)
H1C2 Test
(optional, cyclic)
70
60(max)
47
43
High
H11 Test
(required)
70
60(max)
47
43
Low
H1C1 Test
(optional, cyclic)
70
60(max)
47
43
Low
H22 Test
(required)
70
60(max)
35
33
High
Heating
Load(2)
H21 Test(5,6)
(required)
70
60(max)
35
33
Low
Heating
Minimum(1)
H32 Test
(required, steady)
70
60(max)
17
15
High
Heating
Load(2)
H31 Test(5)
(required, steady)
70
60(max)
17
15
Low
Heating
Minimum(1)
(3)
Heating
Minimum(1)
(4)
Full-
Full-
(1)

(3)
Maintain the airflow nozzle(s) static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON period at
the same pressure or velocity as measured during the H12 Test.
(4)
Maintain the airflow nozzle(s) static pressure difference or velocity pressure during the ON period at
the same pressure or velocity as measured during the H11 Test.
(5)
Required only if the heat pumps performance when operating at low compressor capacity and
outdoor temperatures less than 37F is needed to complete the section 4.2.3 HSPF calculations.
(2)
(6)
k 1
k 1
If table note #5 applies, the section 3.6.3 equations for Q h (35 ) and E h (17 ) may be used in
lieu of conducting the H21 Test.
3.6.3 Tests for a heat pump having a two-capacity compressor (see Definition 1.45), including two-capacity, northern heat
pumps (see Definition 1.46). a. Conduct one Maximum Temperature Test (H01), two High Temperature Tests (H12 and H11),
one Frost Accumulation Test (H22), and one Low Temperature Test (H32). Conduct an additional Frost Accumulation Test
(H21) and Low Temperature Test (H31) if both of the following conditions exist:
1. Knowledge of the heat pumps capacity and electrical power at low compressor capacity for outdoor temperatures of 37F
and less is needed to complete the section 4.2.3 seasonal performance calculations; and
2. The heat pumps controls allow low-capacity operation at outdoor temperatures of 37F and less.
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If the above two conditions are met, an alternative to conducting the H21 Frost Accumulation is to use the following
equations to approximate the capacity and electrical power:
Q hk 1 (35 ) 0.90 Q hk 1 (17 ) 0.6 Q hk 1 (47 ) Q hk 1 (17 )

E k 1 (35 ) 0.985 E k 1 (17 ) 0.6 E k 1 (47 ) E k 1 (17 )
h
k 1
k 1
Determine the quantities Q h (47 ) and E h (47 ) from the H11 Test and evaluate them according to Section 3.7.
k 1
k 1
Determine the quantities Q h (17 ) and E h (17 ) from the H31 Test and evaluate them according to Section 3.10.
b. Conduct the optional High Temperature Cyclic Test (H1C1) to determine the heating-mode cyclic-degradation coefficient,
C Dh . If this optional test is conducted but yields a tested C Dh that exceeds the default C Dh or if the optional test is not
h
conducted, assign C D the default value of 0.25. If a two-capacity heat pump locks out low capacity operation at lower
outdoor temperatures, conduct the optional High Temperature Cyclic Test (H1C2) to determine the high-capacity heating-
C Dh (k 2) . If this optional test at high capacity is conducted but yields a tested

C Dh (k 2) that exceeds the default C Dh (k 2) or if the optional test is not conducted, assign C Dh (k 2) the default
h
value. The default C D (k 2) is the same value as determined or assigned for the low-capacity cyclic-degradation
coefficient,
C Dh [or equivalently, C Dh (k 1) ]. Table 11 specifies test conditions for these nine tests.
3.6.4
Tests for a heat pump having a variable-speed compressor. a. Conduct one Maximum Temperature Test (H01), two
High Temperature Tests (H12 and H11), one Frost Accumulation Test (H2V), and one Low Temperature Test (H32).
Conducting one or both of the following tests is optional: An additional High Temperature Test (H1N ) and an additional
Frost Accumulation Test (H22). Conduct the optional Maximum Temperature Cyclic (H0C1) Test to determine the heating
C Dh . If this optional test is conducted but yields a tested C Dh that exceeds the default
C Dh or if the optional test is not conducted, assign C Dh the default value of 0.25. Test conditions for the eight tests are
specified in Table 12. Determine the intermediate compressor speed cited in Table 12 using the heating mode maximum and
minimum compressors speeds and:
where a tolerance of plus 5 percent or the next higher inverter frequency step from that calculated is allowed. If the H22 Test
is not done, use the following equations to approximate the capacity and electrical power at the H22 test conditions:
b. Determine the quantities Q
k=2
k=2
(47) and from E
k=2
(47) from the H12 Test and evaluate them according to section 3.7.
k=2
Determine the quantities Q h (17) and E h (17) from the H32 Test and evaluate them according to section 3.10. For heat
pumps where the heating mode maximum compressor speed exceeds its cooling mode maximum compressor speed, conduct
the H1N Test if the manufacturer requests it. If the H1N Test is done, operate the heat pump's compressor at the same speed as
the speed used for the cooling mode A2 Test. Refer to the last sentence of section 4.2 to see how the results of the H1N Test
may be used in calculating the heating seasonal performance factor.
c. For multiple-split heat pumps (only), the following procedures supersede the above requirements. For all Table 12 tests
specified for a minimum compressor speed, at least one indoor unit must be turned off. The manufacturer shall designate the
particular indoor unit(s) that is turned off. The manufacturer must also specify the compressor speed used for the Table 12
H2V Test, a heating-mode intermediate compressor speed that falls within and of the difference between the maximum
and minimum heating-mode speeds. The manufacturer should prescribe an intermediate speed that is expected to yield the
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highest COP for the given H2V Test conditions and bracketed compressor speed range. The manufacturer can designate that
one or more specific indoor units are turned off for the H2V Test.
Table 12. Heating Mode Test Conditions for Units

Having a Variable-Speed Compressor
Test Description
Air Entering
Indoor Unit
Air Entering
Outdoor Unit
Temperature (F)
Temperature (F)
Dry Bulb
Dry Bulb
Wet Bulb
Compressor
Speed
Heating Air
Volume Rate
Wet Bulb
H01 Test
Heating
70
60(max)
62
56.5
Minimum
(required, steady)
Minimum(1)
H0C1 Test
(2)
70
60(max)
62
56.5
Minimum
(optional, steady)
H12 Test
Heating Full70
60(max)
47
43
Maximum
(required, steady)
Load(3)
H11 Test
Heating
70
60(max)
47
43
Minimum
(required, steady)
Minimum(1)
H1N Test
Cooling Mode Heating
70
60(max)
47
43
(optional, steady)
Maximum
Nominal(4)
H22 Test
Heating Full70
60(max)
35
33
Maximum
(optional)
Load(3)
H2V Test
Heating
70
60(max)
35
33
Intermediate
(required)
Intermediate(5)
H32 Test
Heating Full70
60(max)
17
15
Maximum
(required, steady)
Load(3)
(1)
(2)
Maintain the airflow nozzle(s) static pressure difference or velocity pressure during an ON period at the
same pressure or velocity as measured during the H01 Test.
(3)
(4)
(5)
3.6.5
Additional test for a heat pump having a heat comfort controller. Test any heat pump that has a heat comfort
controller (see Definition 1.28) according to section 3.6.1, 3.6.2, or 3.6.3, whichever applies, with the heat comfort controller
disabled. Additionally, conduct the abbreviated test described in section 3.1.9 with the heat comfort controller active to
determine the system's maximum supply air temperature. (Note: heat pumps having a variable speed compressor and a heat
comfort controller are not covered in the test procedure at this time.)
3.7
Test procedures for steady-state Maximum Temperature and High Temperature heating mode tests (the H01, H1,
H12, H11, and H1N Tests). a. For the pretest interval, operate the test room reconditioning apparatus and the heat pump until
equilibrium conditions are maintained for at least 30 minutes at the specified section 3.6 test conditions. Use the exhaust fan
of the airflow measuring apparatus and, if installed, the indoor fan of the heat pump to obtain and then maintain the indoor air
volume rate and/or the external static pressure specified for the particular test. Continuously record the dry-bulb temperature
of the air entering the indoor coil, and the dry-bulb temperature and water vapor content of the air entering the outdoor coil.
Refer to section 3.11 for additional requirements that depend on the selected secondary test method. After satisfying the
pretest equilibrium requirements, make the measurements specified in Table 3 of ASHRAE Standard 372005 (incorporated
by reference, see 430.22) for the Indoor Air Enthalpy method and the user-selected secondary method. Except for external
static pressure, make the Table 3 measurements at equal intervals that span 10 minutes or less. Measure external static
pressure every 5 minutes or less. Continue data sampling until a 30-minute period (e.g., four consecutive 10-minute samples)
is reached where the test tolerances specified in Table 13 are satisfied. For those continuously recorded parameters, use the
entire data set for the 30-minute interval when evaluating Table 13 compliance. Determine the average electrical power
consumption of the heat pump over the same 30-minute interval.
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b. Calculate indoor-side total heating capacity as specified in sections 7.3.4.1 and 7.3.4.3 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005
(incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Do not adjust the parameters used in calculating capacity for the permitted
variations in test conditions. Assign the average space heating capacity and electrical power over the 30-minute data
collection interval to the variables Q hk and E hk(T) respectively. The T and superscripted k are the same as described in
section 3.3. Additionally, for the heating mode, use the superscript to denote results from the optional H1N Test, if conducted.
Table 13. Test Operating and Test Condition Tolerances for Section 3.7
and Section 3.10 Steady-State Heating Mode Tests
Indoor dry-bulb, F
Entering temperature .........................................................
Leaving temperature ..........................................................
Indoor wet-bulb, F
Outdoor dry-bulb, F
Outdoor wet-bulb, F
External resistance to airflow, inches of water .........................
Electrical voltage, % of rdg. .....................................................
Nozzle pressure drop, % of rdg. ................................................
Notes:
(1)

(3)
Only applies when the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method is used.
(4)
Only applies when testing non-ducted units.
(2)
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2.0
2.0

0.5
1.0
1.0
2.0
2.0 (2)
0.5
1.0
1.0 (3)
0.05 (4)
2.0
2.0
0.3
0.02 (4)
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c. For heat pumps tested without an indoor fan installed, increase Q hk(T) by
and increase E hk(T) by,
where V s is the average measured indoor air volume rate expressed in units of cubic feet per minute of standard air (scfm).
During the 30-minute data collection interval of a High Temperature Test, pay attention to preventing a defrost cycle. Prior to
this time, allow the heat pump to perform a defrost cycle if automatically initiated by its own controls. As in all cases, wait
for the heat pump's defrost controls to automatically terminate the defrost cycle. Heat pumps that undergo a defrost should
operate in the heating mode for at least 10 minutes after defrost termination prior to beginning the 30-minute data collection
interval. For some heat pumps, frost may accumulate on the outdoor coil during a High Temperature test. If the indoor coil
leaving air temperature or the difference between the leaving and entering air temperatures decreases by more than 1.5 F
over the 30-minute data collection interval, then do not use the collected data to determine capacity. Instead, initiate a defrost
cycle. Begin collecting data no sooner than 10 minutes after defrost termination. Collect 30 minutes of new data during
which the Table 13 test tolerances are satisfied. In this case, use only the results from the second 30-minute data collection
interval to evaluate Q hk(47) and E hk(47).

d. If conducting the optional cyclic heating mode test, which is described in section 3.8, record the average indoor-side air
volume rate, V , specific heat of the air, Cp,a (expressed on dry air basis), specific volume of the air at the nozzles, vn' (or vn),
humidity ratio at the nozzles, Wn, and either pressure difference or velocity pressure for the flow nozzles. If either or both of
the below criteria apply, determine the average, steady-state, electrical power consumption of the indoor fan motor ( E
fan,1):
1. The section 3.8 cyclic test will be conducted and the heat pump has a variable-speed indoor fan that is expected to be
disabled during the cyclic test; or
2. The heat pump has a (variable-speed) constant-air volume-rate indoor fan and during the steady-state test the average
external static pressure (P1) exceeds the applicable section 3.1.4.4 minimum (or targeted) external static pressure (Pmin) by
0.03 inches of water or more.
Determine E fan,1 by making measurements during the 30-minute data collection interval, or immediately following the test
and prior to changing the test conditions. When the above 2 criteria applies, conduct the following four steps after
determining E
fan,1
(which corresponds to P1):
i. While maintaining the same test conditions, adjust the exhaust fan of the airflow measuring apparatus until the external
static pressure increases to approximately P1 + (P1 Pmin).
ii. After re-establishing steady readings for fan motor power and external static pressure, determine average values for the
fan,2)
iii. Approximate the average power consumption of the indoor fan motor if the 30-minute test had been conducted at Pmin
using linear extrapolation:
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iv. Decrease the total space heating capacity, Q
basis. Decrease the total electrical power, E
(T), by the quantity ( E
fan, 1
fan, min),
when expressed on a Btu/h
(T) by the same fan power difference, now expressed in watts.
3.8
Test procedures for the optional cyclic heating mode tests (the H0C1, H1C, H1C1 and H1C2 Tests). a. Except as
noted below, conduct the cyclic heating mode test as specified in section 3.5. As adapted to the heating mode, replace section
3.5 references to the steady-state dry coil test with the heating mode steady-state test conducted at the same test conditions
as the cyclic heating mode test. Use the test tolerances in Table 14 rather than Table 8. Record the outdoor coil entering wetbulb temperature according to the requirements given in section 3.5 for the outdoor coil entering dry-bulb temperature. Drop
the subscript dry used in variables cited in section 3.5 when referring to quantities from the cyclic heating mode test.
Determine the total space heating delivered during the cyclic heating test, qcyc, as specified in section 3.5 except for making
the following changes:
(1) When evaluating Equation 3.51, use the values of V , Cp,a,vn', (or vn), and Wn that were recorded during the section 3.7
steady-state test conducted at the same test conditions.
(2) Calculate using,
b. For ducted heat pumps tested without an indoor fan installed (excluding the special case where a variable-speed fan is
temporarily removed), increase qcyc by the amount calculated using Equation 3.53. Additionally, increase ecyc by the amount
calculated using Equation 3.52. In making these calculations, use the average indoor air volume rate ( V s) determined from
the section 3.7 steady-state heating mode test conducted at the same test conditions.
c. For non-ducted heat pumps, subtract the electrical energy used by the indoor fan during the 3 minutes after compressor
cutoff from the non-ducted heat pump's integrated heating capacity, qcyc.
d. If a heat pump defrost cycle is manually or automatically initiated immediately prior to or during the OFF/ON cycling,
operate the heat pump continuously until 10 minutes after defrost termination. After that, begin cycling the heat pump
immediately or delay until the specified test conditions have been re-established. Pay attention to preventing defrosts after
beginning the cycling process. For heat pumps that cycle off the indoor fan during a defrost cycle, make no effort here to
restrict the air movement through the indoor coil while the fan is off. Resume the OFF/ON cycling while conducting a
minimum of two complete compressor OFF/ON cycles before determining qcyc and ecyc.
3.8.1 Heating mode cyclic-degradation coefficient calculation. Use the results from the optional cyclic test and the required
steady-state test that were conducted at the same test conditions to determine the heating-mode cyclic-degradation coefficient
C Dh . Add (k=2) to the coefficient if it corresponds to a two-capacity unit cycling at high capacity. For the below
calculation of the heating mode cyclic degradation coefficient, do not include the duct loss correction from section 7.3.3.3 of
ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) in determining Q hk (Tcyc ) (or qcyc). If the optional
cyclic test is conducted but yields a tested
C Dh that exceeds the default C Dh or if the optional test is not conducted, assign
C Dh the default value of 0.25. The default value for two-capacity units cycling at high capacity, however, is the low-capacity
h
h
h
coefficient, i.e., C D ( k 2) = C D . The tested C D is calculated as follows:
1
C Dh
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where,
the average coefficient of performance during the cyclic heating mode test, dimensionless.
the average coefficient of performance during the steady-state heating mode test conducted at the same test conditionsi.e.,
same outdoor dry bulb temperature, Tcyc, and speed/capacity, k, if applicableas specified for the cyclic heating mode test,
dimensionless.
the heating load factor, dimensionless.

Tcyc = the nominal outdoor temperature at which the cyclic heating mode test is conducted, 62 or 47 F.
cyc = the duration of the OFF/ON intervals; 0.5 hours when testing a heat pump having a single-speed or two-capacity
compressor and 1.0 hour when testing a heat pump having a variable-speed compressor.
Round the calculated value for CDh to the nearest 0.01. If CDh is negative, then set it equal to zero.
Table 14. Test operating and test condition tolerances for cyclic heating mode tests
Indoor entering dry-bulb temperature (3), F ..............................
Indoor entering wet-bulb temperature (3), F ..............................
Outdoor entering dry-bulb temperature (3), F ............................
Outdoor entering wet-bulb temperature (3), F ...........................
External resistance to airflow (3), inches of water ......................
Airflow nozzle pressure difference or velocity pressure (3),
% of reading ..........................................................................
Electrical voltage (5), % of rdg. ..................................................
2.0
1.0
2.0
2.0
0.05
0.5
2.0
2.0
2.0 (4)
1.5
0.5
1.0
Notes:
(1)

(3)
Applies during the interval that air flows through the indoor (outdoor) coil except for the first 30 seconds after flow initiation. For units
having a variable-speed indoor fan that ramps, the tolerances listed for the external resistance to airflow shall apply from 30 seconds after
achieving full speed until ramp down begins.
(4)
The test condition shall be the average nozzle pressure difference or velocity pressure measured during the steady-state test conducted at
the same test conditions.
(5)
Applies during the interval that at least one of the followingthe compressor, the outdoor fan, or, if applicable, the indoor fanare
operating, except for the first 30 seconds after compressor start-up.
(2)
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3.9
Test procedures for Frost Accumulation heating mode tests (the H2, H22, H2V, and H21 Tests). a. Confirm that the
defrost controls of the heat pump are set as specified in section 2.2.1. Operate the test room reconditioning apparatus and the
heat pump for at least 30 minutes at the specified section 3.6 test conditions before starting the preliminary test period. The
preliminary test period must immediately precede the official test period, which is the heating and defrost interval over
which data are collected for evaluating average space heating capacity and average electrical power consumption.
b. For heat pumps containing defrost controls which are likely to cause defrosts at intervals less than one hour, the
preliminary test period starts at the termination of an automatic defrost cycle and ends at the termination of the next occurring
automatic defrost cycle. For heat pumps containing defrost controls which are likely to cause defrosts at intervals exceeding
one hour, the preliminary test period must consist of a heating interval lasting at least one hour followed by a defrost cycle
that is either manually or automatically initiated. In all cases, the heat pump's own controls must govern when a defrost cycle
terminates.
c. The official test period begins when the preliminary test period ends, at defrost termination. The official test period ends
at the termination of the next occurring automatic defrost cycle. When testing a heat pump that uses a time-adaptive defrost
control system (see Definition 1.42), however, manually initiate the defrost cycle that ends the official test period at the
instant indicated by instructions provided by the manufacturer. If the heat pump has not undergone a defrost after 6 hours,
immediately conclude the test and use the results from the full 6-hour period to calculate the average space heating capacity
and average electrical power consumption. For heat pumps that turn the indoor fan off during the defrost cycle, take steps to
cease forced airflow through the indoor coil and block the outlet duct whenever the heat pump's controls cycle off the indoor
fan. If it is installed, use the outlet damper box described in section 2.5.4.1 to affect the blocked outlet duct.
d. Defrost termination occurs when the controls of the heat pump actuate the first change in converting from defrost operation
to normal heating operation. Defrost initiation occurs when the controls of the heat pump first alter its normal heating
operation in order to eliminate possible accumulations of frost on the outdoor coil.
e. To constitute a valid Frost Accumulation test, satisfy the test tolerances specified in Table 15 during both the preliminary
and official test periods. As noted in Table 15, test operating tolerances are specified for two sub-intervals: (1) When heating,
except for the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle (Sub-interval H, as described in Table 15) and (2) when
defrosting, plus these same first 10 minutes after defrost termination (Sub-interval D, as described in Table 15). Evaluate
compliance with Table 15 test condition tolerances and the majority of the test operating tolerances using the averages from
measurements recorded only during Sub-interval H. Continuously record the dry bulb temperature of the air entering the
indoor coil, and the dry bulb temperature and water vapor content of the air entering the outdoor coil. Sample the remaining
parameters listed in Table 15 at equal intervals that span 10 minutes or less.
f. For the official test period, collect and use the following data to calculate average space heating capacity and electrical
power. During heating and defrosting intervals when the controls of the heat pump have the indoor fan on, continuously
record the dry-bulb temperature of the air entering (as noted above) and leaving the indoor coil. If using a thermopile,
continuously record the difference between the leaving and entering dry-bulb temperatures during the interval(s) that air
flows through the indoor coil. For heat pumps tested without an indoor fan installed, determine the corresponding cumulative
time (in hours) of indoor coil airflow, a. Sample measurements used in calculating the air volume rate (refer to sections
7.7.2.1 and 7.7.2.2 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22)) at equal intervals that span 10
minutes or less. (Note: In the first printing of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005, the second IP equation for Qmi should read:
1097CAn PV n .). Record the electrical energy consumed, expressed in watt-hours, from defrost termination to defrost
termination, eDEFk(35), as well as the corresponding elapsed time in hours, FR.
3.9.1
Average space heating capacity and electrical power calculations. a. Evaluate average space heating capacity,
Q h (35), when expressed in units of Btu per hour, using:
where,
V = the average indoor air volume rate measured during Sub-interval H, cfm.
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Cp, a = 0.24 + 0.444 Wn, the constant pressure specific heat of the air-water vapor mixture that flows through the indoor coil
and is expressed on a dry air basis, Btu / lbmda F.
vn' = specific volume of the air-water vapor mixture at the nozzle, ft 3 / lbmmx.
Table 15. Test Operating and Test Condition Tolerances for

Frost Accumulation Heating Mode Tests
Sub-interval H
Indoor entering dry-bulb temperature, F ...............................
Indoor entering wet-bulb temperature, F ...............................
Outdoor entering dry-bulb temperature, F .............................
Outdoor entering wet-bulb temperature, F ............................
External resistance to airflow, inches of water ........................
Electrical voltage, % of rdg .....................................................
(3)
2.0
1.0
2.0
1.5
0.05
2.0
Sub-interval D
(4)
4.0 (5)
.......................
10.0
.......................
.......................
.......................
Test
condition
(2)
tolerance
(3)
Sub-interval H
0.5
........................
1.0
0.5
0.02 (6)
1.5
Notes:
(1)

(3)
Applies when the heat pump is in the heating mode, except for the first 10 minutes after termination of a defrost cycle.
(4)
Applies during a defrost cycle and during the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle when the heat
pump is operating in the heating mode.
(5)
For heat pumps that turn off the indoor fan during the defrost cycle, the noted tolerance only applies during the 10
minute interval that follows defrost termination.
(6)
Only applies when testing non-ducted heat pumps.
(2)
Wn = humidity ratio of the air-water vapor mixture at the nozzle, lbm of water vapor per lbm of dry air.
FR = 2 1, the elapsed time from defrost termination to defrost termination, hr.
Tal() = dry bulb temperature of the air entering the indoor coil at elapsed time , F; only recorded when indoor coil airflow
occurs; assigned the value of zero during periods (if any) where the indoor fan cycles off.
Ta2() = dry bulb temperature of the air leaving the indoor coil at elapsed time , F; only recorded when indoor coil airflow
occurs; assigned the value of zero during periods (if any) where the indoor fan cycles off.
1 = the elapsed time when the defrost termination occurs that begins the official test period, hr.
2 = the elapsed time when the next automatically occurring defrost termination occurs, thus ending the official test period,
hr.
vn = specific volume of the dry air portion of the mixture evaluated at the dry-bulb temperature, vapor content, and
barometric pressure existing at the nozzle, ft 3 per lbm of dry air.
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To account for the effect of duct losses between the outlet of the indoor unit and the section 2.5.4 dry-bulb temperature grid,
k
adjust Q h (35 ) in accordance with section 7.3.4.3 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
b. Evaluate average electrical power, E
(35), when expressed in units of watts, using:
For heat pumps tested without an indoor fan installed, increase Q hk(35) by,
and increase E
(35) by,
where V s is the average indoor air volume rate measured during the Frost Accumulation heating mode test and is expressed
in units of cubic feet per minute of standard air (scfm).
c. For heat pumps having a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan, the five additional steps listed below are required if the
average of the external static pressures measured during sub-Interval H exceeds the applicable section 3.1.4.4, 3.1.4.5, or
3.1.4.6 minimum (or targeted) external static pressure (Pmin) by 0.03 inches of water or more:
1. Measure the average power consumption of the indoor fan motor ( E fan,1) and record the corresponding external static
pressure (P1) during or immediately following the Frost Accumulation heating mode test. Make the measurement at a time
when the heat pump is heating, except for the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle.
2. After the Frost Accumulation heating mode test is completed and while maintaining the same test conditions, adjust the
exhaust fan of the airflow measuring apparatus until the external static pressure increases to approximately P1 + (P1
Pmin).
3. After re-establishing steady readings for the fan motor power and external static pressure, determine average values for the
fan,2)
4. Approximate the average power consumption of the indoor fan motor had the Frost Accumulation heating mode test been
conducted at Pmin using linear extrapolation:
5. Decrease the total heating capacity, Q
(35), by the quantity [( E
fan, 1
fan, min)
( a/
FR],
when expressed on a
Btu/h basis. Decrease the total electrical power, E hk(35), by the same quantity, now expressed in watts.
3.9.2
Demand defrost credit. a. Assign the demand defrost credit, Fdef, that is used in section 4.2 to the value of 1 in all
cases except for heat pumps having a demand-defrost control system (Definition 1.21). For such qualifying heat pumps,
evaluate Fdef using,
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where,
def = the time between defrost terminations (in hours) or 1.5, whichever is greater.
max = maximum time between defrosts as allowed by the controls (in hours) or 12, whichever is less.
b. For two-capacity heat pumps and for section 3.6.2 units, evaluate the above equation using the def that applies based on
the Frost Accumulation Test conducted at high capacity and/or at the Heating Full-load Air Volume Rate. For variable-speed
heat pumps, evaluate def based on the required Frost Accumulation Test conducted at the intermediate compressor speed.
3.10
Test procedures for steady-state Low Temperature heating mode tests (the H3, H32, and H31 Tests). Except for the
modifications noted in this section, conduct the Low Temperature heating mode test using the same approach as specified in
section 3.7 for the Maximum and High Temperature tests. After satisfying the section 3.7 requirements for the pretest interval
but before beginning to collect data to determine Q hk (17) and E hk (17), conduct a defrost cycle. This defrost cycle may be
manually or automatically initiated. The defrost sequence must be terminated by the action of the heat pump's defrost
controls. Begin the 30-minute data collection interval described in section 3.7, from which Q hk (17) and E hk (17) are
determined, no sooner than 10 minutes after defrost termination. Defrosts should be prevented over the 30-minute data
collection interval.
3.11
Additional requirements for the secondary test methods.
3.11.1 If using the Outdoor Air Enthalpy Method as the secondary test method. During the official test, the outdoor airside test apparatus described in section 2.10.1 is connected to the outdoor unit. To help compensate for any effect that the
addition of this test apparatus may have on the unit's performance, conduct a preliminary test where the outdoor air-side
test apparatus is disconnected. Conduct a preliminary test prior to the first section 3.2 steady-state cooling mode test and prior
to the first section 3.6 steady-state heating mode test. No other preliminary tests are required so long as the unit operates the
outdoor fan during all cooling mode steady-state tests at the same speed and all heating mode steady-state tests at the same
speed. If using more than one outdoor fan speed for the cooling mode steady-state tests, however, conduct a preliminary test
prior to each cooling mode test where a different fan speed is first used. This same requirement applies for the heating mode
tests.
3.11.1.1 If a preliminary test precedes the official test. a. The test conditions for the preliminary test are the same as specified
for the official test. Connect the indoor air-side test apparatus to the indoor coil; disconnect the outdoor air-side test
apparatus. Allow the test room reconditioning apparatus and the unit being tested to operate for at least one hour. After
attaining equilibrium conditions, measure the following quantities at equal intervals that span 10 minutes or less:
1. The section 2.10.1 evaporator and condenser temperatures or pressures;
2. Parameters required according to the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method.
Continue these measurements until a 30-minute period (e.g., four consecutive 10-minute samples) is obtained where the
Table 7 or Table 13, whichever applies, test tolerances are satisfied.
b. After collecting 30 minutes of steady-state data, reconnect the outdoor air-side test apparatus to the unit. Adjust the
exhaust fan of the outdoor airflow measuring apparatus until averages for the evaporator and condenser temperatures, or the
saturated temperatures corresponding to the measured pressures, agree within 0.5 F of the averages achieved when the
outdoor air-side test apparatus was disconnected. Calculate the averages for the reconnected case using five or more
consecutive readings taken at one minute intervals. Make these consecutive readings after re-establishing equilibrium
conditions and before initiating the official test.
3.11.1.2 If a preliminary test does not precede the official test. Connect the outdoor-side test apparatus to the unit. Adjust the
exhaust fan of the outdoor airflow measuring apparatus to achieve the same external static pressure as measured during the
prior preliminary test conducted with the unit operating in the same cooling or heating mode at the same outdoor fan speed.
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3.11.1.3 Official test. a. Continue (preliminary test was conducted) or begin (no preliminary test) the official test by making
measurements for both the Indoor and Outdoor Air Enthalpy Methods at equal intervals that span 10 minutes or less.
Discontinue these measurement only after obtaining a 30-minute period where the specified test condition and test operating
tolerances are satisfied. To constitute a valid official test:
(1) Achieve the energy balance specified in section 3.1.1; and,
(2) For cases where a preliminary test is conducted, the capacities determined using the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method from
the official and preliminary test periods must agree within 2.0 percent.
b. For space cooling tests, calculate capacity from the outdoor air-enthalpy measurements as specified in sections 7.3.3.2 and
7.3.3.3 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Calculate heating capacity based on outdoor
air-enthalpy measurements as specified in sections 7.3.4.2 and 7.3.3.4.3 of the same ASHRAE Standard. Adjust the outdoorside capacity according to section 7.3.3.4 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22) to account
for line losses when testing split systems. Use the outdoor unit fan power as measured during the official test and not the
value measured during the preliminary test, as described in section 8.6.2 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by
reference, see 430.22), when calculating the capacity.
3.11.2
If using the Compressor Calibration Method as the secondary test method.
a. Conduct separate calibration tests using a calorimeter to determine the refrigerant flow rate. Or for cases where the
superheat of the refrigerant leaving the evaporator is less than 5 F, use the calorimeter to measure total capacity rather than
refrigerant flow rate. Conduct these calibration tests at the same test conditions as specified for the tests in this Appendix.
Operate the unit for at least one hour or until obtaining equilibrium conditions before collecting data that will be used in
determining the average refrigerant flow rate or total capacity. Sample the data at equal intervals that span 10 minutes or less.
Determine average flow rate or average capacity from data sampled over a 30-minute period where the Table 7 (cooling) or
the Table 13 (heating) tolerances are satisfied. Otherwise, conduct the calibration tests according to ASHRAE Standard 23-05
(incorporated by reference, see 430.22), ASHRAE Standard 41.9-2000 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22), and section
7.4 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
b. Calculate space cooling and space heating capacities using the compressor calibration method measurements as specified
in section 7.4.5 and 7.4.6 respectively, of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22).
3.11.3 If using the Refrigerant-Enthalpy Method as the secondary test method. Conduct this secondary method according
to section 7.5 of ASHRAE Standard 37-2005 (incorporated by reference, see 430.22). Calculate space cooling and heating
capacities using the refrigerant-enthalpy method measurements as specified in sections 7.5.4 and 7.5.5, respectively, of the
same ASHRAE Standard.
3.12
Rounding of space conditioning capacities for reporting purposes.
a. When reporting rated capacities, round them off as follows:

1. For capacities less than 20,000 Btu/h, round to the nearest 100 Btu/h.
2. For capacities between 20,000 and 37,999 Btu/h, round to the nearest 200 Btu/h.
3. For capacities between 38,000 and 64,999 Btu/h, round to the nearest 500 Btu/h.
b. For the capacities used to perform the section 4 calculations, however, round only to the nearest integer.
4.
CALCULATIONS OF SEASONAL PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS
4.1
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) Calculations. SEER must be calculated as follows: For equipment
covered under sections 4.1.2, 4.1.3, and 4.1.4, evaluate the seasonal energy efficiency ratio,
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where,
the ratio of the total space cooling provided during periods of the space cooling season when the outdoor temperature fell
within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the cooling season (N), Btu/h.
the electrical energy consumed by the test unit during periods of the space cooling season when the outdoor temperature fell
within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the cooling season (N), W.
Tj = the outdoor bin temperature, F. Outdoor temperatures are grouped or binned. Use bins of 5 F with the 8 cooling
season bin temperatures being 67, 72, 77, 82, 87, 92, 97, and 102 F.
j = the bin number. For cooling season calculations, j ranges from 1 to 8.
Additionally, for sections 4.1.2, 4.1.3, and 4.1.4, use a building cooling load, BL (Tj). When referenced, evaluate BL(Tj) for
cooling using,
where,
k=2
(95) = the space cooling capacity determined from the A2 Test and calculated as specified in section 3.3, Btu/h.
1.1 = sizing factor, dimensionless.

The temperatures 95 F and 65 F in the building load equation represent the selected outdoor design temperature and the
zero-load base temperature, respectively.
4.1.1
SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a single-speed compressor that was tested with a
fixed-speed indoor fan installed, a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed. a. Evaluate
the seasonal energy efficiency ratio, expressed in units of Btu/watt-hour, using:
SEER = PLF(0.5) EERB
where,
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the energy efficiency ratio determined from the B Test described in sections 3.2.1, 3.1.4.1, and 3.3, Btu/h per watt.
PLF (0.5) = 1 0.5 CDc, the part-load performance factor evaluated at a cooling load factor of 0.5, dimensionless.
b. Refer to section 3.3 regarding the definition and calculation of Q c (82) and E c (82). If the optional tests described in
section 3.2.1 are not conducted, set the cooling mode cyclic degradation coefficient, CDc, to the default value specified in
section 3.5.3. If these optional tests are conducted, set CDc to the lower of:
1. The value calculated as per section 3.5.3; or
2. The section 3.5.3 default value of 0.25.
4.1.2
SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed
4.1.2.1 Units covered by section 3.2.2.1 where indoor fan capacity modulation correlates with the outdoor dry bulb
temperature. The manufacturer must provide information on how the indoor air volume rate or the indoor fan speed varies
over the outdoor temperature range of 67 F to 102 F. Calculate SEER using Equation 4.11. Evaluate the quantity qc(Tj)/N
in Equation 4.11 using,
where,
whichever is less; the cooling mode load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
Q c (Tj) = the space cooling capacity of the test unit when operating at outdoor temperature, Tj, Btu/h.
nj/N = fractional bin hours for the cooling season; the ratio of the number of hours during the cooling season when the
outdoor temperature fell within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the cooling
season, dimensionless.
a. For the space cooling season, assign nj/N as specified in Table 16. Use Equation 4.12 to calculate the building load, BL
(Tj). Evaluate Q c(Tj) using,
where,
the space cooling capacity of the test unit at outdoor temperature Tj if operated at the Cooling Minimum Air Volume Rate,
Btu/h.
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the space cooling capacity of the test unit at outdoor temperature Tj if operated at the Cooling Full-load Air Volume Rate,
Btu/h.
b. For units where indoor fan speed is the primary control variable, FPck=1 denotes the fan speed used during the required A1
and B1 Tests (see section 3.2.2.1), FPck=2 denotes the fan speed used during the required A2 and B2 Tests, and FPc(Tj) denotes
the fan speed used by the unit when the outdoor temperature equals Tj. For units where indoor air volume rate is the primary
control variable, the three FPc's are similarly defined only now being expressed in terms of air volume rates rather than fan
speeds. Refer to sections 3.2.2.1, 3.1.4 to 3.1.4.2, and 3.3 regarding the definitions and calculations of Q
k=2
(82), and Q
k=2
k=1
(82), Q
k=1
(95),
(95).
Calculate ec(Tj)/N in Equation 4.11 using,
where,
PLFj = 1 CDc [1 X (Tj)], the part load factor, dimensionless.
(Tj) = the electrical power consumption of the test unit when operating at outdoor temperature Tj, W.
c. The quantities X (Tj) and nj /N are the same quantities as used in Equation 4.1.21. If the optional tests described in
section 3.2.2.1 and Table 4 are not conducted, set the cooling mode cyclic degradation coefficient, CDc, to the default value
specified in section 3.5.3. If these optional tests are conducted, set CDc to the lower of:
1. The value calculated as per section 3.5.3; or
2. The section 3.5.3 default value of 0.25.
d. Evaluate E c(Tj) using,
where
the electrical power consumption of the test unit at outdoor temperature Tj if operated at the Cooling Minimum Air Volume
Rate, W.
the electrical power consumption of the test unit at outdoor temperature Tj if operated at the Cooling Full-load Air Volume
Rate, W.
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e. The parameters FPck=1, and FPck=2, and FPc (Tj) are the same quantities that are used when evaluating Equation 4.1.22.
Refer to sections 3.2.2.1, 3.1.4 to 3.1.4.2, and 3.3 regarding the definitions and calculations of E
k=2
(82), and E
k=1
(82), E
k=1
(95),
k=2
(95).
4.1.2.2 Units covered by section 3.2.2.2 where indoor fan capacity modulation is used to adjust the sensible to total cooling
capacity ratio. Calculate SEER as specified in section 4.1.1.
4.1.3
SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a two-capacity compressor. Calculate SEER using
Equation 4.1-1. Evaluate the space cooling capacity, Q ck 1 (T j ) , and electrical power consumption, E ck 1 (T j ) , of the test
unit when operating at low compressor capacity and outdoor temperature Tj using,
Q ck 1 (82) Q ck 1 (67 )
k 1
k 1
T j 67
Qc (T j ) Qc (67 )
82 67
(4.1.3-1)
E k 1 (82) E ck 1 (67 )
T j 67
E ck 1 (T j ) E ck 1 (67 ) c
82 67
(4.1.3-2)
k 1
k 1
k 1
k 1
where Q c (82 ) and E c (82 ) are determined from the B1 Test, Q c (67 ) and E c (67 ) are determined from the F1
Test, and all four quantities are calculated as specified in section 3.3. Evaluate the space cooling capacity, Q ck 2 (T j ) , and
electrical power consumption, E ck 2 (T j ) , of the test unit when operating at high compressor capacity and outdoor
temperature Tj using,
Q k 2 (95) Q ck 2 (82)
Q ck 2 (T j ) Q ck 2 (82) c
T j 82
95 82
(4.1.3-3)
where Q ck=2(95) and E ck=2(95) are determined from the A2 Test, Q

Test, and all are calculated as specified in section 3.3.
k=2
(82), and E
k=2
(82), are determined from the B2
The calculation of Equation 4.11 quantities qc (Tj)/N and ec (Tj)/N differs depending on whether the test unit would operate
at low capacity (section 4.1.3.1), cycle between low and high capacity (section 4.1.3.2), or operate at high capacity (sections
4.1.3.3 and 4.1.3.4) in responding to the building load. For units that lock out low capacity operation at higher outdoor
temperatures, the manufacturer must supply information regarding this temperature so that the appropriate equations are used.
Use Equation 4.12 to calculate the building load, BL (Tj), for each temperature bin.
4.1.3.1 Steady-state space cooling capacity at low compressor capacity is greater than or equal to the building cooling load at
temperature Tj, Q
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k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
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where,
Xk=1(Tj) = BL (Tj)/ Q
k=1
(Tj), the cooling mode low capacity load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
PLFj = 1 CDc [1 Xk=1(Tj)], the part load factor, dimensionless.
fractional bin hours for the cooling season; the ratio of the number of hours during the cooling season when the outdoor
temperature fell within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the cooling season,
dimensionless.
Obtain the fractional bin hours for the cooling season, nj/N, from Table 16. Use Equations 4.1.31 and 4.1.32, respectively,
to evaluate Q ck=1(Tj) and E ck=1(Tj). If the optional tests described in section 3.2.3 and Table 5 are not conducted, set the
cooling mode cyclic degradation coefficient, CDc, to the default value specified in section 3.5.3. If these optional tests are
conducted, set CDc to the lower of:
a. The value calculated according to section 3.5.3; or
b. The section 3.5.3 default value of 0.25.
4.1.3.2 Unit alternates between high (k=2) and low (k=1) compressor capacity to satisfy the building cooling load at
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) < BL (Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
where,
the cooling mode, low capacity load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
Xk=2(Tj) = 1 Xk=1(Tj), the cooling mode, high capacity load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
to evaluate Q
k=1
(Tj) and E
k=1
(Tj). Use Equations 4.1.33 and 4.1.34, respectively, to evaluate Q
k=2
(Tj) and E
k=2
(Tj).
4.1.3.3 Unit only operates at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj and its capacity is greater than the building
cooling load, BL (Tj) < Q

outdoor temperatures.
k=2
(Tj). This section applies to units that lock out low compressor capacity operation at higher
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Table 16. Distribution of Fractional Hours Within Cooling Season Temperature Bins
Bin
Temperature
Range F
Bin Number, j
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
90-94
95-99
100-104
1 ...............................................................................
2 ...............................................................................
3 ...............................................................................
4 ...............................................................................
5 ...............................................................................
6 ...............................................................................
7 ...............................................................................
8 ...............................................................................
Representative
Temperature for
bin F
67
72
77
82
87
92
97
102
Fraction of Total
Temperature Bin Hours,
Nj/N
0.214
0.231
0.216
0.161
0.104
0.052
0.018
0.004
where,
k=2
(Tj), the cooling mode high capacity load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
PLF j 1 C Dc ( k 2 ) [1 X
k 2
(T j )] , the part load factor, dimensionless.
Obtain the fraction bin hours for the cooling season,
nj
N
, from Table 16. Use Equations 4.1.3-3 and 4.1.3-4, respectively, to
evaluate Q ck 2 (T j ) and E ck 2 (T j ) . If the optional C2 and D2 Tests described in section 3.2.3 and Table 5 are not
conducted, set
C Dc (k=2) equal to the default value specified in section 3.5.3. If these optional tests are conducted, set
C Dc (k 2) to the lower of:

a. the
C Dc (k 2) value calculated as per section 3.5.3; or
b. the section 3.5.3 default value for
C Dc (k 2) .
4.1.3.4 Unit must operate continuously at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj, BL (Tj) Q
k=2
(Tj).
to evaluate Q
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k=2
(Tj) and E
k=2
(Tj).
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4.1.4
SEER calculations for an air conditioner or heat pump having a variable-speed compressor. Calculate SEER using
Equation 4.1-1. Evaluate the space cooling capacity, Q ck 1 (T j ) , and electrical power consumption, E ck 1 (T j ) , of the test
unit when operating at minimum compressor speed and outdoor temperature Tj. Use Equations 4.1.3-1 and 4.1.3-2,
k 1
k 1
k 1
k 1
respectively, where Q c (82 ) and E c (82 ) are determined from the B1 Test, Q c (67 ) and E c (67 ) are
determined from the F1 Test, and all four quantities are calculated as specified in section 3.3. Evaluate the space cooling
capacity, Q ck 2 (T j ) , and electrical power consumption,
E ck 2 (T j ) , of the test unit when operating at maximum compressor speed and outdoor temperature Tj. Use Equations 4.1.33 and 4.1.3-4, respectively, where Q c
k 2
(95) and E ck 2 (95) are determined from the A2 Test, Q ck 2 (82 ) and E ck 2 (82 )
are determined from the B2 Test, and all four quantities are calculated as specified in section 3.3. Calculate the space cooling
capacity, Q ck v (T j ) , and electrical power consumption, E ck v (T j ) , of the test unit when operating at outdoor temperature Tj
and the intermediate compressor speed used during the section 3.2.4 (and Table 6) EV Test using,
Q ck v (T j ) Q ck v ( 87 ) M Q T j 87
(4.1.4-1)
E ck v (T j ) E ck v ( 87 ) M E T j 87
(4.1.4-2)
k v
k v
where Q c (87 ) and E c (87 ) are determined from the EV Test and calculated as specified in section 3.3. Approximate
the slopes of the k = v intermediate speed cooling capacity and electrical power input curves, MQ and ME, as follows:
where,
NQ
E ck v (87 ) E ck 1 (87 )
Q ck v (87) Q ck 1 (87)
N
,
and
. Use Equations 4.1.3-1 and 4.1.3-2 for Tj = 87F to
E
Q ck 2 (87) Q ck 1 (87)
E ck 2 (87 ) E ck 1 (87 )
k 1
k 1
determine Q c (87 ) and E c (87 ) , respectively. Use Equations 4.1.3-3 and 4.1.3-4 for Tj = 87F to determine
Q ck 2 (87 ) and E ck 2 (87 ) , respectively.

Calculating Equation 4.1-1 quantities
q c Tj
N
and
e c Tj
N
differs depending upon whether the test unit would operate at
minimum speed (section 4.1.4.1), operate at an intermediate speed (section 4.1.4.2), or operate at maximum speed (section
4.1.4.3) in responding to the building load. Use Equation 4.1-2 to calculate the building load, BL(Tj), for each temperature
bin.
4.1.4.1 Steady-state space cooling capacity when operating at minimum compressor speed is greater than or equal to the
building cooling load at temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
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where,
Xk=1(Tj) = BL (Tj) / Q
k=1
(Tj), the cooling mode minimum speed load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
PLFj = 1 CDc [1 Xk=1(Tj)], the part load factor, dimensionless.

nj/N = fractional bin hours for the cooling season; the ratio of the number of hours during the cooling season when the
outdoor temperature fell within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the cooling
season, dimensionless.
Obtain the fractional bin hours for the cooling season, nj/N, from Table 16. Use Equations 4.1.3-1 and 4.1.3-2, respectively,
to evaluate Q ck 1 (T j ) and E ck 1 (T j ) . If the optional tests described in section 3.2.4 and Table 6. If the optional tests
described in section 3.2.4 and Table 6 are not conducted, set the cooling mode cyclic degradation coefficient, CDc, to the
default value specified in section 3.5.3. If these optional tests are conducted, set CDc to the lower of:
4.1.4.2 Unit operates at an intermediate compressor speed (k=i) in order to match the building cooling load at temperature Tj,
k=1
(Tj) < BL (Tj) < Q
k=2
(Tj).
where,
k=i
(Tj) = BL (Tj), the space cooling capacity delivered by the unit in matching the building load at temperature Tj, Btu/h.
The matching occurs with the unit operating at compressor speed k = i.
c
the electrical power input required by the test unit when operating at a compressor speed of k = i and temperature Tj, W.
EERk=i (Tj) = the steady-state energy efficiency ratio of the test unit when operating at a compressor speed of k = i and
temperature Tj, Btu/h per W.
Obtain the fractional bin hours for the cooling season, nj/N, from Table 16. For each temperature bin where the unit operates
at an intermediate compressor speed, determine the energy efficiency ratio EERk=i(Tj) using,
EERk=i (Tj) = A + B Tj + C Tj 2 .
For each unit, determine the coefficients A, B, and C by conducting the following calculations once:
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A EERk 2 (T2 ) B T2 C T22

where,
T1 = the outdoor temperature at which the unit, when operating at minimum compressor speed, provides a space cooling
capacity that is equal to the building load ( Q ck 1 (T1 ) BL (T1 ) ),F. Determine T1 by equating Equations 4.1.3-1 and 4.1-2
and solving for outdoor temperature.
Tv = the outdoor temperature at which the unit, when operating at the intermediate compressor speed used during the section
3.2.4 EV Test, provides a space cooling capacity that is equal to the building load ( Q ck v (Tv ) BL (Tv ) ),F. Determine Tv
by equating Equations 4.1.4-1 and 4.1-2 and solving for outdoor temperature.
EER k 1 (T1 )
Q ck 1 (T1 )
E k 1 (T )
c
EER
k v
Q ck v (Tv )
(Tv ) k v
E (T )
c
Eqn. 4.1.3 -1, substituti ng T for T , Btu/h per W.

Eqn. 4.1.3 - 2, substituti ng T for T
1
Eqn. 4.1.4 -1, substituti ng T

Eqn. 4.1.4 - 2, substituti ng T
, Btu/h per W.
for T
for T j
For multiple-split air conditioners and heat pumps (only), the following procedures supersede the above requirements for
calculating EER k i (T j ) . For each temperature bin where T1 < Tj < Tv,
EER
k i
(T j ) EER
k 1
EER k v (Tv ) EER k 1 (T1 )

(T1 )
(T j T1 ).
Tv T1
4.1.4.3 Unit must operate continuously at maximum (k=2) compressor speed at temperature Tj, BL (Tj) Q
Evaluate the Equation 4.11 quantities
k=2
(Tj).
as specified in section 4.1.3.4 with the understanding that Q ck=2(Tj) and E ck=2(Tj) correspond to maximum compressor
speed operation and are derived from the results of the tests specified in section 3.2.4.
4.2
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF) Calculations. Unless an approved alternative rating method is used, as
set forth in 10 CFR 430.24(m), Subpart B, HSPF must be calculated as follows: Six generalized climatic regions are depicted
in Figure 2 and otherwise defined in Table 17. For each of these regions and for each applicable standardized design heating
requirement, evaluate the heating seasonal performance factor using,
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where,
eh(Tj)/N=
The ratio of the electrical energy consumed by the heat pump during periods of the space heating season when the outdoor
temperature fell within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the heating season (N), W.
For heat pumps having a heat comfort controller, this ratio may also include electrical energy used by resistive elements to
maintain a minimum air delivery temperature (see 4.2.5).
RH(Tj)/N=
The ratio of the electrical energy used for resistive space heating during periods when the outdoor temperature fell within the
range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the heating season (N),W. Except as noted in section
4.2.5, resistive space heating is modeled as being used to meet that portion of the building load that the heat pump does not
meet because of insufficient capacity or because the heat pump automatically turns off at the lowest outdoor temperatures.
For heat pumps having a heat comfort controller, all or part of the electrical energy used by resistive heaters at a particular
bin temperature may be reflected in eh(Tj)/N (see 4.2.5).
Tj = the outdoor bin temperature, F. Outdoor temperatures are binned such that calculations are only performed based one
temperature within the bin. Bins of 5 F are used.
nj/N=
Fractional bin hours for the heating season; the ratio of the number of hours during the heating season when the outdoor
temperature fell within the range represented by bin temperature Tj to the total number of hours in the heating season,
dimensionless. Obtain nj/N values from Table 17.
j = the bin number, dimensionless.
J = for each generalized climatic region, the total number of temperature bins, dimensionless. Referring to Table 17, J is the
highest bin number (j) having a nonzero entry for the fractional bin hours for the generalized climatic region of interest.
Fdef = the demand defrost credit described in section 3.9.2, dimensionless.
BL(Tj) = the building space conditioning load corresponding to an outdoor temperature of Tj; the heating season building
load also depends on the generalized climatic region's outdoor design temperature and the design heating requirement, Btu/h.
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Table 17. Generalized Climatic Region Information

Region Number......................................................................
Heating Load Hours, HLH.....................................................
Outdoor Design Temperature, TOD ........................................
I
750
37
II
1250
27
III
1750
17
Tj (F) ...........................................................................
Fractional Bin Hours nj/N
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
62 ..................................................................................
57 ..................................................................................
52 ..................................................................................
47 ..................................................................................
42 ..................................................................................
37 ..................................................................................
32 ..................................................................................
27 ..................................................................................
22 ..................................................................................
17 ..................................................................................
12 ..................................................................................
7 ....................................................................................
2 ....................................................................................
-3 ...................................................................................
-8 ...................................................................................
-13 .................................................................................
-18 .................................................................................
-23 .................................................................................
.291
.239
.194
.129
.081
.041
.019
.005
.001
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
.215
.189
.163
.143
.112
.088
.056
.024
.008
.002
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
.153
.142
.138
.137
.135
.118
.092
.042
021
.009
.005
.002
.001
0
0
0
0
0
IV
2250
5
V
2750
-10
VI
*2750
30
.132
.111
.103
.093
.100
.109
.126
.087
.055
.036
.026
.013
.006
.002
.001
0
0
0
.106
.092
.086
.076
.078
.087
.102
.094
.074
.055
.047
.038
.029
.018
.010
.005
.002
.001
.113
.206
.215
.204
.141
.076
.034
.008
.003
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
* Pacific Coast Region.
Evaluate the building heating load using
where,
TOD = the outdoor design temperature, F. An outdoor design temperature is specified for each generalized climatic region in
Table 17.
C = 0.77, a correction factor which tends to improve the agreement between calculated and measured building loads,
dimensionless.
DHR = the design heating requirement (see Definition 1.22), Btu/h.
Calculate the minimum and maximum design heating requirements for each generalized climatic region as follows:
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and
where Q hk(47) is expressed in units of Btu/h and otherwise defined as follows:
1. For a single-speed heat pump tested as per section 3.6.1, Q

the H1 Test.
(47) = Q h (47), the space heating capacity determined from
2. For a variable-speed heat pump, a section 3.6.2 single-speed heat pump, or a two-capacity heat pump not covered by item
3. Q nk(47) = Q
k=2
(47), the space heating capacity determined from the H12 Test.
3. For two-capacity, northern heat pumps (see Definition 1.46), Q

determined from the H11 Test.
(47) = Q
k=1
h
(47), the space heating capacity
If the optional H1N Test is conducted on a variable-speed heat pump, the manufacturer has the option of defining Q kh(47) as
specified above in item 2 or as Q kh(47)= Q k=Nh(47), the space heating capacity determined from the H1N Test.
For all heat pumps, HSPF accounts for the heating delivered and the energy consumed by auxiliary resistive elements when
operating below the balance point. This condition occurs when the building load exceeds the space heating capacity of the
heat pump condenser. For HSPF calculations for all heat pumps, see either section 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, or 4.2.4, whichever
applies.
Table 18. Standardized Design Heating Requirements (Btu/h)

5,000 .................................................................................................
10,000 ...............................................................................................
15,000 ...............................................................................................
20,000 ...............................................................................................
25,000
30,000
35,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
130,000
For heat pumps with heat comfort controllers (see Definition 1.28), HSPF also accounts for resistive heating contributed
when operating above the heat-pump-plus-comfort-controller balance point as a result of maintaining a minimum supply
temperature. For heat pumps having a heat comfort controller, see section 4.2.5 for the additional steps required for
calculating the HSPF.
4.2.1
Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a single-speed compressor that was tested with a
fixed-speed indoor fan installed, a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan installed, or with no indoor fan installed.
where,
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whichever is less; the heating mode load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
Q h (Tj) = the space heating capacity of the heat pump when operating at outdoor temperature Tj, Btu/h.
(Tj) = the electrical power consumption of the heat pump when operating at outdoor temperature Tj, W.
(Tj) = the heat pump low temperature cut-out factor, dimensionless.

PLFj = 1 C Dh [1 X (Tj)] the part load factor, dimensionless.
Use Equation 4.22 to determine BL (Tj). Obtain fractional bin hours for the heating season, nj/N, from Table 17. If the
optional H1C Test described in section 3.6.1 is not conducted, set the heating mode cyclic degradation coefficient, CDh, to the
default value specified in section 3.8.1. If this optional test is conducted, set C Dh to the lower of:
a. The value calculated according to section 3.8.1 or
Determine the low temperature cut-out factor using
where,
Toff = the outdoor temperature when the compressor is automatically shut off, F. (If no such temperature exists, Tj is always
greater than Toff and Ton).
Ton = the outdoor temperature when the compressor is automatically turned back on, if applicable, following an automatic
shut-off, F.
Calculate Q h(Tj) and E h(Tj) using,
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where Q h (47) and E
(47) are determined from the H1 Test and calculated as specified in section 3.7; Q h (35) and E
(35) are determined from the H2 Test and calculated as specified in section 3.9.1; and Q h (17) and E
from the H3 Test and calculated as specified in section 3.10.
(17) are determined
4.2.2
Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a single-speed compressor and a variable-speed,
variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan. The manufacturer must provide information about how the indoor air volume rate or the
indoor fan speed varies over the outdoor temperature range of 65 F to 23 F. Calculate the quantities
in Equation 4.21 as specified in section 4.2.1 with the exception of replacing references to the H1C Test and section 3.6.1
with the H1C1 Test and section 3.6.2. In addition, evaluate the space heating capacity and electrical power consumption of
the heat pump Q h(Tj) and E h(Tj) using
where the space heating capacity and electrical power consumption at both low capacity (k=1) and high capacity (k=2) at
outdoor temperature Tj are determined using
For units where indoor fan speed is the primary control variable, FPhk=1 denotes the fan speed used during the required H11
and H31 Tests (see Table 10), FPhk=2 denotes the fan speed used during the required H12, H22, and H32 Tests, and FPh(Tj)
denotes the fan speed used by the unit when the outdoor temperature equals Tj. For units where indoor air volume rate is the
primary control variable, the three FPh's are similarly defined only now being expressed in terms of air volume rates rather
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k=1
than fan speeds. Determine Q
(47) and E
k=1
(47) from the H11 Test, and Q
Calculate all four quantities as specified in section 3.7. Determine Q
determine Q
k=1
k=2
(35) and E
k=2
k=1
(47) and E
(35) and E
k=1
k=2
(47) from the H12 Test.
(35) as specified in section 3.6.2;
k=2
(35) and from the H22 Test and the calculation specified in section 3.9. Determine Q
(17) and E hk=1(17 from the H31 Test, and Q hk=2(17) and E
specified in section 3.10.
k=2
(17) from the H32 Test. Calculate all four quantities as
4.2.3 Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a two-capacity compressor. The calculation of the
Equation 4.21 quantities
differs depending upon whether the heat pump would operate at low capacity (section 4.2.3.1), cycle between low and high
capacity (Section 4.2.3.2), or operate at high capacity (sections 4.2.3.3 and 4.2.3.4) in responding to the building load. For
heat pumps that lock out low capacity operation at low outdoor temperatures, the manufacturer must supply information
regarding the cutoff temperature(s) so that the appropriate equations can be selected.
a. Evaluate the space heating capacity and electrical power consumption of the heat pump when operating at low compressor
capacity and outdoor temperature Tj using
b. Evaluate the space heating capacity and electrical power consumption ( Q hk=2(Tj) and E hk=2 (Tj)) of the heat pump when
operating at high compressor capacity and outdoor temperature Tj by solving Equations 4.2.23 and 4.2.24, respectively, for
k=2. Determine Q
and E
k=2
k=1
(62) and E
k=1
(62) from the H01 Test, Q
k=1
(47)
h
and E
k=1
(47) from the H11 Test, and Q
k=2
(47) from the H12 Test. Calculate all six quantities as specified in section 3.7. Determine Q
k=1
(35) from the H22 Test and, if required as described in section 3.6.3, determine Q
Test. Calculate the required 35 F quantities as specified in section 3.9. Determine Q
Test and, if required as described in section 3.6.3, determine Q h

required 17 F quantities as specified in section 3.10.
k=1
(17) and E
k=2
(35) and E
(17) and E
k=1
(47)
(35) and E
(35) from the H21
k=2
k=2
k=2
(17) from the H32
k=1
(17) from the H31 Test. Calculate the
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4.2.3.1 Steady-state space heating capacity when operating at low compressor capacity is greater than or equal to the
k=1
(Tj) BL(Tj).
where,
Xk=1(Tj) = BL (Tj) / Q
k=1
(Tj), the heating mode low capacity load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
PLFj = 1 CDh [1 Xk=1(Tj)], the part load factor, dimensionless.

'(Tj) = the low temperature cutoff factor, dimensionless.
If the optional H0C1 Test described in section 3.6.3 is not conducted, set the heating mode cyclic degradation coefficient,
CDh, to the default value specified in section 3.8.1. If this optional test is conducted, set CDh to the lower of:
Determine the low temperature cut-out factor using
where Toff and Ton are defined in section 4.2.1. Use the calculations given in section 4.2.3.3, and not the above, if:
(a) The heat pump locks out low capacity operation at low outdoor temperatures and
(b) Tj is below this lockout threshold temperature.
4.2.3.2 Heat pump alternates between high (k=2) and low (k=1) compressor capacity to satisfy the building heating load at a
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
Calculate
using Equation 4.2.32. Evaluate
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using
where,
Xk=2(Tj) = 1 Xk=1(Tj) the heating mode, high capacity load factor for temperature bin j, dimensionless.
Determine the low temperature cut-out factor, '(Tj), using Equation 4.2.33.
4.2.3.3 Heat pump only operates at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj and its capacity is greater than the
building heating load, BL (Tj) < Q hk=2(Tj). This section applies to units that lock out low compressor capacity operation at
low outdoor temperatures. Calculate
using Equation 4.2.32. Evaluate
using
where,
k=2
(Tj).
PLF j 1 C Dh ( k 2) [1 X k 2 (T j )] .
If the optional H1C2 Test described in section 3.6.3 and Table 11 is not conducted, set
specified in section 3.8.1. If this optional test is conducted, set
a. the
C Dh (k 2) equal to the default value
C Dh (k 2) to the lower of:
C Dh (k 2) value calculated as per section 3.8.1; or
b. the section 3.8.1 default value for
C Dh (k 2) .
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Determine the low temperature cut-out factor, ' (T j ) , using Equation 4.2.3-3.
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4.2.3.4 Heat pump must operate continuously at high (k=2) compressor capacity at temperature Tj, BL (Tj) Q hk=2(Tj).
Where
4.2.4
Additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a variable-speed compressor. Calculate HSPF
using Equation 4.21. Evaluate the space heating capacity, Q hk=1(Tj), and electrical power consumption, E
heat pump when operating at minimum compressor speed and outdoor temperature Tj using
where Q
k=1
(62) and E
k=1
(62) are determined from the H01 Test, Q
k=1
(47) and E
k=1
k=1
(47) are determined from the H11
Test, and all four quantities are calculated as specified in section 3.7. Evaluate the space heating capacity, Q
(Tj), of the
k=2
(Tj), and
k=2
electrical power consumption, E h (Tj), of the heat pump when operating at maximum compressor speed and outdoor
temperature Tj by solving Equations 4.2.23 and 4.2.24, respectively, for k=2. Determine the Equation 4.2.23 and 4.2.24
quantities Q
and E
k=2
(47) and E
k=2
(47) from the H12 Test and the calculations specified in section 3.7. Determine Q
k=2
(35)
k=2
(35) from the H22 Test and the calculations specified in section 3.9 or, if the H22 Test is not conducted, by
conducting the calculations specified in section 3.6.4. Determine Q
k=2
(17) and E
k=2
(17) from the H32 Test and the
calculations specified in section 3.10. Calculate the space heating capacity, Q hk=v(Tj), and electrical power consumption, E
k=v
(Tj), of the heat pump when operating at outdoor temperature Tj and the intermediate compressor speed used during the
h
section 3.6.4 H2V Test using
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where Q hk=v (35) and E hk=v (35) are determined from the H2V Test and calculated as specified in section 3.9. Approximate
the slopes of the k=v intermediate speed heating capacity and electrical power input curves, MQ and ME, as follows:
Q k 1 (62) Q hk 1 ( 47)

Q k 2 (35) Q hk 2 (17)
1 N Q N Q h
MQ h
62 47
35 17
E hk 1 (62) E hk 1 ( 47)

E hk 2 (35) E hk 2 (17)
ME
1 N E N E
62 47
35 17
where,
Use Equations 4.2.41 and 4.2.42, respectively, to calculate Q
k=1
(35) and E
k=1
(35).
The calculation of Equation 4.21 quantities
differs depending upon whether the heat pump would operate at minimum speed (section 4.2.4.1), operate at an intermediate
speed (section 4.2.4.2), or operate at maximum speed (section 4.2.4.3) in responding to the building load.
4.2.4.1 Steady-state space heating capacity when operating at minimum compressor speed is greater than or equal to the
k=1
(Tj BL(Tj). Evaluate the Equation 4.21 quantities
as specified in section 4.2.3.1. Except now use Equations 4.2.41 and 4.2.42 to evaluate Q hk=1(Tj) and E hk=1(Tj),
respectively, and replace section 4.2.3.1 references to low capacity and section 3.6.3 with minimum speed and section
3.6.4. Also, the last sentence of section 4.2.3.1 does not apply.
4.2.4.2 Heat pump operates at an intermediate compressor speed (k=i) in order to match the building heating load at a
temperature Tj, Q
k=1
(Tj) < BL (Tj) < Q
using Equation 4.2.32 while evaluating
using,
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where,
and (Tj) is evaluated using Equation 4.2.33 while,
k=i
(Tj) = BL (Tj), the space heating capacity delivered by the unit in matching the building load at temperature (Tj), Btu/h.
The matching occurs with the heat pump operating at compressor speed k=i.
h
COPk=i (Tj) = the steady-state coefficient of performance of the heat pump when operating at compressor speed k=i and
temperature Tj, dimensionless.
For each temperature bin where the heat pump operates at an intermediate compressor speed, determine COPk=i(Tj) using,
COPk=i (Tj) = A + B Tj + C Tj 2.
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For each heat pump, determine the coefficients A, B, and C by conducting the following calculations once:
where,
T3 = the outdoor temperature at which the heat pump, when operating at minimum compressor speed, provides a space
heating capacity that is equal to the building load ( Q

4.22 and solving for:
k=1
(T3) = BL(T3)), F. Determine T3 by equating Equations 4.2.41 and
outdoor temperature.
Tvh = the outdoor temperature at which the heat pump, when operating at the intermediate compressor speed used during the
section 3.6.4 H2V Test, provides a space heating capacity that is equal to the building load ( Q
Determine Tvh by equating Equations 4.2.43 and 4.22 and solving for outdoor temperature.
k=v
(Tvh) = BL(Tvh)), F.
T4 = the outdoor temperature at which the heat pump, when operating at maximum compressor speed, provides a space
heating capacity that is equal to the building load ( Q

(k=2) and 4.22 and solving for outdoor temperature.
k=2
(T4) = BL(T4)), F. Determine T4 by equating Equations 4.2.23
For multiple-split heat pumps (only), the following procedures supersede the above requirements for calculating
COP hk i (T j ) . For each temperature bin where T3 T j Tvh ,
COPhk i (T j ) COPhk 1 (T3 )

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(T j T3 ).
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For each temperature bin where Tvh Tj > T4,

k i
h
k v
h
COP (T j ) COP
COPhk 2 (T4 ) COPhk v (Tvh )

(T j Tvh ).
(Tvh )
T4 Tvh
4.2.4.3 Heat pump must operate continuously at maximum (k=2) compressor speed at temperature Tj, BL (Tj) Q hk=2(Tj).
Evaluate the Equation 4.21 quantities
as specified in section 4.2.3.4 with the understanding that Q hk=2(Tj) and E hk=2(Tj) correspond to maximum compressor
speed operation and are derived from the results of the specified section 3.6.4 tests.
4.2.5
Heat pumps having a heat comfort controller. Heat pumps having heat comfort controllers, when set to maintain a
typical minimum air delivery temperature, will cause the heat pump condenser to operate less because of a greater
contribution from the resistive elements. With a conventional heat pump, resistive heating is only initiated if the heat pump
condenser cannot meet the building load (i.e., is delayed until a second stage call from the indoor thermostat). With a heat
comfort controller, resistive heating can occur even though the heat pump condenser has adequate capacity to meet the
building load (i.e., both on during a first stage call from the indoor thermostat). As a result, the outdoor temperature where
the heat pump compressor no longer cycles (i.e., starts to run continuously), will be lower than if the heat pump did not have
the heat comfort controller.
4.2.5.1 Heat pump having a heat comfort controller: additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a
single-speed compressor that was tested with a fixed-speed indoor fan installed, a constant-air-volume-rate indoor fan
installed, or with no indoor fan installed. Calculate the space heating capacity and electrical power of the heat pump without
the heat comfort controller being active as specified in section 4.2.1 (Equations 4.2.14 and 4.2.15) for each outdoor bin
temperature, Tj, that is listed in Table 17. Denote these capacities and electrical powers by using the subscript hp instead of
h. Calculate the mass flow rate (expressed in pounds-mass of dry air per hour) and the specific heat of the indoor air
(expressed in Btu/lbmda F) from the results of the H1 Test using:
where V s, V mx, v'n (or vn), and Wn are defined following Equation 31. For each outdoor bin temperature listed in Table 17,
calculate the nominal temperature of the air leaving the heat pump condenser coil using,
Evaluate eh (Tj/N), RH (Tj)/N, X (Tj), PLFj, and (Tj) as specified in section 4.2.1. For each bin calculation, use the space
heating capacity and electrical power from Case 1 or Case 2, whichever applies.
Case 1. For outdoor bin temperatures where To (Tj) is equal to or greater than TCC (the maximum supply temperature
and E hp (Tj) = E
all bins.
hp
determined according to section 3.1.9), determine Q h (Tj) and E
(Tj) as specified in section 4.2.1 (i.e., Q h (Tj) = Q hp (Tj)
(Tj)). Note: Even though To (Tj) Tcc, resistive heating may be required; evaluate Equation 4.2.12 for
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Case 2. For outdoor bin temperatures where To(Tj) > Tcc, determine Q h(Tj) and E h(Tj) using,
where,
Note: Even though To (Tj) < Tcc, additional resistive heating may be required; evaluate Equation 4.2.12 for all bins.
4.2.5.2 Heat pump having a heat comfort controller: additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a
single-speed compressor and a variable-speed, variable-air-volume-rate indoor fan. Calculate the space heating capacity and
electrical power of the heat pump without the heat comfort controller being active as specified in section 4.2.2 (Equations
4.2.21 and 4.2.22) for each outdoor bin temperature, Tj, that is listed in Table 17. Denote these capacities and electrical
powers by using the subscript hp instead of h. Calculate the mass flow rate (expressed in pounds-mass of dry air per
hour) and the specific heat of the indoor air (expressed in Btu/lbmda F) from the results of the H12 Test using:
where V S, V mx, v'n (or vn), and Wn are defined following Equation 31. For each outdoor bin temperature listed in Table 17,
calculate the nominal temperature of the air leaving the heat pump condenser coil using,
Evaluate eh(Tj)/N , RH(Tj)/N, X(Tj), PLFj, and (Tj) as specified in section 4.2.1 with the exception of replacing references to
the H1C Test and section 3.6.1 with the H1C1 Test and section 3.6.2. For each bin calculation, use the space heating capacity
and electrical power from Case 1 or Case 2, whichever applies.
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Case 1. For outdoor bin temperatures where To (Tj) is equal to or greater than TCC (the maximum supply temperature
and E h (Tj) = E
all bins.
hp
determined according to section 3.1.9), determine Q h (Tj) and E
(Tj) as specified in section 4.2.2 (i.e. Q h (Tj) = Q
hp
(Tj)
(Tj)). Note: Even though To (Tj) TCC, resistive heating may be required; evaluate Equation 4.2.12 for
Case 2. For outdoor bin temperatures where To(Tj) < TCC, determine Q h(Tj) and E h(Tj) using,
Q h(Tj) = Q hp(Tj) + Q
E h(Tj) = E
hp(Tj)
+ E
CC(Tj)
CC(Tj)
where,
CC(Tj)
= m
da
Cp,da [TCC To(Tj)]
Note: Even though To(Tj) < Tcc, additional resistive heating may be required; evaluate Equation 4.2.12 for all bins.
4.2.5.3 Heat pumps having a heat comfort controller: additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a twocapacity compressor. Calculate the space heating capacity and electrical power of the heat pump without the heat comfort
controller being active as specified in section 4.2.3 for both high and low capacity and at each outdoor bin temperature, Tj,
that is listed in Table 17. Denote these capacities and electrical powers by using the subscript hp instead of h. For the low
capacity case, calculate the mass flow rate (expressed in pounds-mass of dry air per hour) and the specific heat of the indoor
air (expressed in Btu/lbmda F) from the results of the H11 Test using:
where V s, V mx, v'n (or vn), and Wn are defined following Equation 31. For each outdoor bin temperature listed in Table
17, calculate the nominal temperature of the air leaving the heat pump condenser coil when operating at low capacity using,
Repeat the above calculations to determine the mass flow rate (m dak=2) and the specific heat of the indoor air (Cp, dak=2) when
operating at high capacity by using the results of the H12 Test. For each outdoor bin temperature listed in Table 17, calculate
the nominal temperature of the air leaving the heat pump condenser coil when operating at high capacity using,
Evaluate eh (Tj)/N, RH (Tj)/N, Xk=1(Tj), and/or Xk=2(Tj), PLFj, and '(Tj) or "(Tj) as specified in section 4.2.3.1. 4.2.3.2,
4.2.3.3, or 4.2.3.4, whichever applies, for each temperature bin. To evaluate these quantities, use the low-capacity space
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heating capacity and the low-capacity electrical power from Case 1 or Case 2, whichever applies; use the high-capacity space
heating capacity and the high-capacity electrical power from Case 3 or Case 4, whichever applies.
Case 1. For outdoor bin temperatures where Tok=1(Tj) is equal to or greater than TCC (the maximum supply temperature
determined according to section 3.1.9), determine Q
k=1
(Tj) and E
hp
k=1
(Tj) and E
k=1
(Tj) as specified in section 4.2.3 (i.e., Q
k=1
(Tj) = Q
k=1
(Tj).
hp
(Tj) = E
k=1
Note: Even though Tok=1(Tj) TCC, resistive heating may be required; evaluate RH (Tj)/N for all bins.
Case 2. For outdoor bin temperatures where Tok=1(Tj) < TCC, determine Q
(Tj) = Q
k=1
k=1
hp
k=1
(Tj) = E
hp
(Tj) + Q
k=1
(Tj) + E
k=1
(Tj) and E
k=1
(Tj) using,
k=1
(Tj)
CC
k=1
(Tj)
CC
where,
Note: Even though Tok=1(Tj) Tcc, additional resistive heating may be required; evaluate RH (Tj)/N for all bins.
Case 3. For outdoor bin temperatures where Tok=2(Tj) is equal to or greater than TCC, determine Q
k=2
k=2
(Tj)
hp
and E h
specified in section 4.2.3 (i.e., Q h (Tj) = Q
resistive heating may be required; evaluate RH (Tj)/N for all bins.
k=2
Case 4. For outdoor bin temperatures where Tok=2(Tj) < TCC, determine Q
hp
k=2
(Tj) and E
k=2
(Tj) = E
k=2
(Tj)). Note: Even though To
(Tj) and E
k=2
(Tj) using,
where,
Note: Even though Tok=2(Tj) < Tcc, additional resistive heating may be required; evaluate RH (Tj)/N for all bins.
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k=2
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4.2.5.4 Heat pumps having a heat comfort controller: additional steps for calculating the HSPF of a heat pump having a
variable-speed compressor. [Reserved]
4.3
Calculations of the Actual and Representative Regional Annual Performance Factors for Heat Pumps.
4.3.1
Calculation of actual regional annual performance factors (APFA) for a particular location and for each standardized
design heating requirement.
where,
CLHA = the actual cooling hours for a particular location as determined using the map given in Figure 3, hr.
Q ck(95) = the space cooling capacity of the unit as determined from the A or A2 Test, whichever applies, Btu/h.
HLHA = the actual heating hours for a particular location as determined using the map given in Figure 2, hr.
DHR = the design heating requirement used in determining the HSPF; refer to section 4.2 and Definition 1.22, Btu/h.
C = defined in section 4.2 following Equation 4.22, dimensionless.
SEER = the seasonal energy efficiency ratio calculated as specified in section 4.1, Btu/Wh.
HSPF = the heating seasonal performance factor calculated as specified in section 4.2 for the generalized climatic region that
includes the particular location of interest (see Figure 2), Btu/Wh. The HSPF should correspond to the actual design heating
requirement (DHR), if known. If it does not, it may correspond to one of the standardized design heating requirements
referenced in section 4.2.
4.3.2
Calculation of representative regional annual performance factors (APFR) for each generalized climatic region and
for each standardized design heating requirement.
where,
CLHR = the representative cooling hours for each generalized climatic region, Table 19, hr.
HLHR = the representative heating hours for each generalized climatic region, Table 19, hr.
HSPF = the heating seasonal performance factor calculated as specified in section 4.2 for the each generalized climatic region
and for each standardized design heating requirement within each region, Btu/Wh.
The SEER, Q ck (95), DHR, and C are the same quantities as defined in section 4.3.1. Figure 2 shows the generalized
climatic regions. Table 18 lists standardized design heating requirements.
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2000
750
1250
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2250
2750
2750
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Appendix D. Test Requirements Normative

D1
General Test Room Requirements

D1.1
If an indoor condition test room is required, it shall be a room or space in which the desired test conditions
can be maintained within the prescribed tolerances. Air velocities in the vicinity of the equipment under test shall not
exceed 8.2 ft/s [2.5 m/s].
D1.2
If an outdoor condition test room or space is required, it shall be of sufficient volume and shall circulate air in
a manner such that it does not change the normal air circulating pattern of the equipment under test. It shall be of such
dimensions that the distance from any room surface to any equipment surface from which air is discharged is not less
than 71 inches (1.8 m) and the distance from any other room surface to any other equipment surface is not less than
39.4 inches (1.0 m), except for floor or wall relationships required for normal equipment installation. The room
conditioning apparatus should handle air at a rate not less than the outdoor airflow rate, and preferably should take this
air from the direction of the equipment air discharge and return it at the desired conditions uniformly and at low
velocities.
D1.3
If the calorimeter room method is used with a facility having more than two rooms, then the additional rooms
shall also comply with the requirements of the calorimeter test method as described in D4. If the air enthalpy method is
used with a facility having more than two rooms, then the additional rooms shall also comply with the requirements of
the indoor air enthalpy test method as described in D5.
D2
Equipment Installation
D2.1
The equipment to be tested shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers installation instructions
using recommended installation procedures and accessories. If the equipment is capable of being installed in multiple
positions, all tests shall be conducted using the worst configuration. In all cases the manufacturers recommendations
with respect to distances from adjacent walls, amount of extensions through walls, etc., shall be followed.
D2.2
Ducted equipment rated at less than 8kW and intended to operate at external static pressures of less than 0.1
inches W.G. [25Pa] shall be tested at free delivery of air.
D2.3
No other alterations to the equipment shall be made except for the attachment of the required test apparatus
and instruments in the prescribed manner.
D2.4
If necessary, the equipment shall be evacuated and charged with the type and amount of refrigerant specified
in the manufacturers instructions.
D2.5
D3
Refer to paragraph 6.1.7 to determine the minimum requirement for connecting refrigerant tubing.
Static Pressure Measurements Across Indoor Coil

D3.1
Equipment With A Fan And A Single Outlet

D3.1.1
A short plenum shall be attached to the outlet of the equipment. This plenum shall have cross
sectional dimensions equal to the dimensions of the equipment outlets. A static pressure tap shall be added at
the center of each side of the discharge plenum, if rectangular, or at four evenly distributed locations along
the circumference of an oval or round plenum. These four static pressure taps shall be manifolded together.
The minimum length of the discharge plenum and the location of the static pressure taps relative to the
equipment outlets shall be as shown in Figure D1, if testing a split-system, and as shown in Figure D2, if
testing a single-package unit.
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Figure D1. External Static Pressure Measurement

D3.1.2 A short plenum should be attached to the inlet of the equipment. If used, the inlet plenum shall have
cross sectional dimensions of the equipment inlet. In addition, four static pressure taps shall be added and
manifolded together. This plenum should otherwise be constructed as shown for the inlet plenum in Figure
D2, if testing a single-package unit, and as shown in Figure D3, if testing a split-system. (Note: Figure D3 is
referenced here for guidance even though it specifically applies to ducted units tested without an indoor fan.)
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Figure D2. External Static Pressure Measurements
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Figure D3. Air Static Pressure Drop Measurement For A Coil-Only Unit
NOTE: For circular ducts, substitute D i2 /4 for CD and D o2 /4 for AB .

The length of the inlet duct, 1.5 CD , is a minimum dimension. For more precise results use 4 CD .
D3.2
Equipment With Fans And Multiple Outlets Or Multiple Indoor Units.

D.3.2.1 Equipment with multiple outlet duct connections or multiple indoor units shall have a short plenum
attached to each outlet connection or indoor unit, respectively. Each of these short plenums shall be
constructed, including static pressure tapes, as described in D.3.1.1. All outlets plenums shall discharge into a
single common duct section. For the purpose of equalizing the static pressure in each plenum, an adjustable
restrictor shall be located in the plane where each outlet plenum enters the common duct section. Multiple
blower units employing a single discharge duct connection flange shall be tested with a single outlet plenum
in accordance with D.3.1. Any other test plenum arrangements shall not be used except to stimulate duct
designs specifically recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
D3.2.2 A short plenum should be attached to the inlet of each inlet duct connection or indoor unit. Each of
these short plenums shall be constructed, including static pressure taps, as described in D.3.1.2.
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D3.3
Equipment Without A Fan And A Single Outlet

D3.3.1 For an indoor coil that does not incorporate a fan, a short plenum shall be attached to both the inlet
and outlet of the equipment. These plenums shall have a cross sectional dimensions equal to the dimensions
of the equipment inlet and outlet respectively. A static pressure tap shall be added at the center of each side
of each plenum, if rectangular, or at four evenly distributed locations along the circumference of oval or
round plenums. For each plenum, the four static pressure taps shall be manifolded together. The minimum
length of the plenums and the location of the static pressure taps relative to the equipment inlet and outlet
shall be as shown in Figure D4.
NOTE: The static pressure taps described in D3.1 and D3.2, and D3.3 should consist of 0.25 0.04 (6.25
mm 0.25) mm diameter nipples soldered to the outer plenum surfaces and centered over 0.04 (1 mm)
diameter holes through the plenum. The edges of these holes should be free of burrs and other surface
irregularities.
A manometer (or equivalent instrument for measuring differential pressure) should be used to measure the
static pressure between the indoor coil air inlet and outlet. One side of this manometer should be connected
to the manifolded pressure taps installed in the outlet plenum. The other side of the manometer should be
connected to the manifolded pressure taps located in the inlet plenum. If no inlet plenum is used, the inlet
side of the manometer should be open to the surrounding atmosphere. For systems described in D3.2, static
pressure differences should be measured for each discharge and inlet plenum combination.
D4
Calorimeter Test Method
D4.1
General
D4.1.1 The calorimeter provides a method for determining capacity simultaneously on both the indoor-side and the
outdoor-side. In the cooling mode, the indoor-side capacity determination should be made by balancing the cooling
and dehumidifying effects with measured heat and water inputs. The outdoor-side capacity provides a confirming test
of the cooling and dehumidifying effect by balancing the heat and water rejection on the condenser side with a
measured amount of cooling.
D4.1.2 The two calorimeter compartments, indoor side and outdoor side, are separated by an insulated partition
having an opening into which the non-ducted, single-packaged equipment is mounted. The equipment should be
installed in a manner similar to a normal installation. No effort should be made to seal the internal construction of the
equipment to prevent air leakage from the condenser side to the evaporator side or vice versa. No connections or
alterations should be made to the equipment which might in any way alter its normal operation.
D4.1.3 A pressure-equalizing device as illustrated in Figure D4 should be provided in the partition wall between the
indoor-side and the outdoor-side compartments to maintain a balanced pressure between these compartments and also
to permit measurement of leakage, exhaust and ventilation air. This device consists of one or more nozzles of the type
shown in Figure D4, a discharge chamber equipped with an exhaust fan, and manometers for measuring compartment
and air-flow pressures.
Since the air flow from one compartment to the other may be in either direction, two such devices mounted in opposite
directions, or a reversible device, should be used. The manometer pressure pickup tubes should be so located as to be
unaffected by air discharged from the equipment or by the exhaust from the pressure-equalizing device. The fan or
blower which exhausts air from the discharge chamber should permit variation of its air flow by any suitable means,
such as a variable speed drive, or a damper as shown in Figure D3. The exhaust from this fan or blower should be
such that it will not affect the inlet air to the equipment.
The pressure equalizing device should be adjusted during calorimeter tests or air-flow measurements so that the static
pressure difference between the indoor-side and outdoor-side compartments is not greater than .005W.G. (1.25 Pa).
D4.1.4 The size of the calorimeter should be sufficient to avoid any restriction to the intake or discharge openings of
the equipment. Perforated plates or other suitable grilles should be provided at the discharge opening from the
reconditioning equipment to avoid face velocities exceeding 1.6 ft/s (0.5 m/s). Sufficient space should be allowed in
front of any inlet or discharge grilles of the equipment to avoid interference with the air-flow. Minimum distance from
the equipment to side walls or ceiling of the compartment(s) should be 39.4 inches (1 m), except for the back of
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console-type equipment, which should be in normal relation to the wall. Ceiling-mounted equipment should be
installed at a minimum distance of 71 inches (1.8 m) from the floor. Table D1 gives the suggested dimensions for the
calorimeter. To accommodate peculiar sizes of equipment, it may be necessary to alter the suggested dimensions to
comply with the space requirements.
Table D1. Sizes of Calorimeter
Rated Cooling Capacity Of

Equipment A
Btu/h [W]
Suggested Minimum Inside Dimensions Of Each Room Of

Calorimeter
in [m]
Width
Height
Length
10,263 [3,000]
94.5 [2.40]
82.7 [2.1]
70.8 [1.8]
20,526 [6,000]
94.5 [2.40]
82.7 [2.1]
94.5 [2.4]
106.3 [2.70]
94.5 [2.4]
118.1 [3.0]
118.1 [3.0]
94.5 [2.4]
145.7 [3.7]
30,790 [9,000]
b
41,052 [12,000]
Notes: a. All figures are round numbers.

b. Larger capacity equipment will require larger calorimeters.
D4.1.5 Each compartment should be provided with reconditioning equipment to maintain specified airflow and
prescribed conditions. Reconditioning apparatus for the indoor-side compartment should consist of heaters to supply
sensible heat and a humidifier to supply moisture. Reconditioning apparatus for the outdoor-side compartment should
provide cooling, dehumidification, and humidification. The energy supply should be controlled and measured.
D4.1.6 When calorimeters are used for heat pumps, they should have heating, humidifying and cooling capabilities
for both rooms (see Figures D4 and D5) or other means, such as rotating the equipment, may be used as long as the
rating conditions are maintained.
D4.1.7 Reconditioning apparatus for both compartments should be provided with fans of sufficient capacity to ensure
air-flows of not less than twice the quantity of air discharged by the equipment under test in the calorimeter. The
calorimeter should be equipped with means of measuring or determining specified wet-and dry-bulb temperatures in
both calorimeter compartments.
D4.1.8 It is recognized that in both the indoor-side and outdoor-side compartments, temperature gradients and airflow patterns result from the interaction of the reconditioning apparatus and test equipment. Therefore, the resultant
conditions are peculiar to and dependent upon a given combination of compartment size, arrangement and size of
reconditioning apparatus, and the air discharge characteristics of the equipment under test.
The point of measurement of specified test temperatures, both wet-bulb and dry-bulb, should be such that the
following conditions are fulfilled:
a) The measured temperatures should be representative of the temperature surrounding the equipment, and should
simulate the conditions encountered in an actual application for both indoor and outdoor sides, as indicated above.
b) At the point of measurement, the temperature of air should not be affected by air discharged from any piece of the
equipment. This makes it mandatory that the temperatures are measured upstream of any re-circulation produced by
the equipment.
c) Air sampling tubes should be positioned on the intake side of the equipment under test.
D4.1.9 During a heating capacity test, it is necessary to monitor the temperature of the air leaving the indoor-side of
the heat pump to determine if its heating performance is being affected by a build-up of ice on the outdoor-side heat
exchanger. A single temperature measuring device, placed at the center the indoor air outlet, will be sufficient to
indicate any change in the indoor air discharge temperature caused by a build-up of ice on the outdoor-side heat
exchanger.
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D4.1.10 Interior surfaces of the calorimeter compartments should be of non-porous material with all joints sealed
against air and moisture leakage. The access door should be tightly sealed against air and moisture leakage by use of
gaskets or other suitable means.
Figure D4. Typical Calibrated Room-Type Calorimeter
Figure D5. Typical Balanced Ambient Room-Type Calorimeter
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D4.1.11 If defrost controls on the heat pump provide for stopping the indoor air-flow, provision shall be made to stop
the test apparatus air-flow to the equipment on both the indoor and outdoor-sides during a defrost period. If it is
desirable to maintain operation of the reconditioning apparatus during the defrost period, provision may be made to
bypass the conditioned air around the equipment as long as assurance is provided that the conditioned air does not aid
in the defrosting. A watt-hour meter shall be used for obtaining the integrated electrical input to the equipment under
test.
D4.2
Calibrated room-type calorimeter
D4.2.1 Heat leakage may be determined in either the indoor-side or outdoor-side compartment by the following
method: All openings shall be closed. Either compartment may be heated by electric heaters to a temperature of at
least 19.8 F [11 C] above the surrounding ambient temperature. The ambient temperature should be maintained
constant within 1.8 F [1 C] outside all six enveloping surfaces of the compartment, including the separating
partition. If the construction of the partition is identical with that of the other walls, the heat leakage through the
partition may be determined on a proportional area basis.
D4.2.2 For calibrating the heat leakage through the separating partition alone, the following procedure may be used:
A test is carried out as described above. Then the temperature of the adjoining area on the other side of the separating
partition is raised to equal the temperature in the heated compartment, thus eliminating heat leakage through the
partition, while the 19.8 F [11 C] differential is maintained between the heated compartment and the ambient
surrounding the other five enveloping surfaces.
The difference in heat input between the first test and second test will permit determination of the leakage through the
partition alone.
D4.2.3 For the outdoor-side compartment equipped with means for cooling, an alternative means of calibration may
be to cool the compartment to a temperature at least 19.8 F [11 C] below the ambient temperature (on six sides) and
carry out a similar analysis.
D4.2.4 In addition to the two-room simultaneous method of determining capacities, the performance of the indoor
room-side compartment shall be verified at least every six months using an industry standard cooling capacity
calibrating device. A calibrating device may also be another piece of equipment whose performance has been
measured by the simultaneous indoor and outdoor measurement method at an accredited national test laboratory as
part of an industry-wide cooling capacity verification program.
D4.3
Balanced Ambient Room-type Calorimeter
D4.3.1 The balanced ambient room-type calorimeter is shown in Figure D5 and is based on the principle of
maintaining the dry-bulb temperatures surrounding the particular compartment equal to the dry-bulb temperatures
maintained within that compartment. If the ambient wet-bulb temperature is also maintained equal to that within the
compartment, the vapor-proofing provisions of D4.1.10 are not required.
D4.3.2 The floor, ceiling, and walls of the calorimeter compartments shall be spaced a sufficient distance away from
the floor, ceiling, and walls of the controlled areas in which the compartments are located in order to provide a
uniform air temperature in the intervening space. It is recommended that this distance be at least 11.8 inches (0,3 m).
Means shall be provided to circulate the air within the surrounding space to prevent stratification.
D4.3.3 Heat leakage through the separating partition shall be introduced into the heat balance calculation and may be
calibrated in accordance with D4.3.3, or may be calculated.
D4.3.4 It is recommended that the floor, ceiling, and walls of the calorimeter compartments be insulated so as to limit
heat leakage (including radiation) to no more than 10% of the test equipment's capacity, with an 19.8 F / 11 C
temperature difference, or 1,026 Btu/h (300 W) for the same temperature difference, whichever is greater, as tested
using the procedure given in D4.3.2.
D4.4
Calculations Cooling Capacities
D4.4.1 The energy flow quantities used to calculate the total cooling capacity based on indoor and outdoor-side
measurements are shown below in Figure D6
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Figure D6. Calorimeter Energy Flows During Cooling Capacity Tests

D4.4.2 The total cooling capacity on the indoor-side, as tested in either the calibrated or balanced ambient, room-type
calorimeter (see Figures D4 and D5), is calculated as follows:
tci = Pic + (hw1 hw2) Wr + lp + 1r

(D1)
Where:
tci
Pic
hw1
hw2
Wr
=
=
=
=
=
Total Cooling Capacity on the indoor-side;

Other power input to the indoor-side compartment, in Btu/h (watts);
Specific enthalpy of water or steam supplied to indoor-side compartment, in Btu/lb (J/kg);
Specific enthalpy of condensed moisture leaving indoor-side compartment, in Btu/lb (J/kg);
Water vapor (rate) condensed by the equipment, in ft3/hr (g/s).
Note: If no water is introduced during the test, hw1 is taken at the temperature of the water in the humidifier tank of the
conditioning apparatus.
D4.4.3 When it is not practical to measure the temperature of the air leaving the indoor-side compartment to the
outdoor-side compartment, the temperature of the condensate may be assumed to be at the measured or estimated wetbulb temperature of the air leaving the test equipment.
D4.4.4 The water vapor (Wr) condensed by the equipment under test may be determined by the amount of water
evaporated into the indoor-side compartment by the reconditioning equipment to maintain the required humidity.
D4.4.5 Heat leakage lp into the indoor-side compartment through the separating partition between the indoor-side
and outdoor-side compartments may be determined from the calibrating test or, in the case of the balanced-ambient
room-type compartment, may be based n calculations.
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D4.4.6 The total cooling capacity on the outdoor-side, as tested in either the calibrated or balanced-ambient, roomtype calorimeter (see Figures D4 and D5) is calculated as follows:
tco = c - Poc Pt + (hw3 hw2)Wr + lp + loo

(D2)
Where:
tco =
Poc =
Pt
hw3
=
=
hw2
Wr
=
=
Total Cooling Capacity on the outdoor-side;

Sum of all total power input to the outdoor-side compartment, not including power to the equipment under
test, in Btu/h (watts);
Total power input to equipment, in Btu/h (watts);
Specific enthalpy of condensate removed by air-treating coil in the outdoor-side compartment
reconditioning equipment, in Btu/lb (J/kg);
Specific enthalpy of water supplied to the outdoor-side compartment, in Btu/lb (J/kg);
Water vapor (rate) condensed by the equipment, in ft3/hr (g/s).
D4.4.7 The heat leakage rate (lp) into the indoor-side compartment through the separating partition between the
indoor-side and outdoor-side compartments may be determined from the calibrating test or, in the case of the
balanced-ambient room-type compartment, may be based on calculations.
Note: This quantity will be numerically equal to that used in equation D1 if, and only if, the area of the separating
partition exposed to the outdoor-side is equal to the area exposed to the indoor-side compartment.
D4.4.8 The latent cooling capacity (room dehumidifying capacity) is calculated as follows:
d = K1Wr
(D3)
D4.4.9 The sensible cooling capacity is calculated as follows:
sci = tci -d
(D4)
D4.4.10 Sensible heat ratio is calculated as follows:
SHR = sci / tci

D4.5
(D5)
Calculation heating capacities
D4.5.1 The energy flow quantities used to calculate the total heating capacity based on indoor and outdoor-side
measurements are shown below in Figure D7.
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Figure D7. Calorimeter Energy Flows During Heating Capacity Tests

D4.5.2 Determination of the heating capacity by measurement in the indoor-side compartment of the calorimeter is
calculated as follows:
hi = lci + t + lr -Pic
(D6)
Where:
Pic is the other power input to the indoor-side compartment (e.g. illumination, electrical and thermal power input
to the compensating device, heat balance of the humidification device), W.
D4.5.3 Determination of the heating capacity by measurement of the heat absorbing side is calculated for equipment
where the evaporator takes the heat from an air-flow as follows:
ho = Poc + Pt + qwo (hw4 hw5) + t+ loo
(D7)
Where:
Poc =
Pt
qwo
hw4
hw5
=
=
=
=
loo =
Total power input to the outdoor-side compartment with the exception of the power input to the
equipment, W;
Total power input to equipment, in watts;
Water mass flow supplied to the outside compartment for maintaining the test conditions, kg/s;
Specific enthalpy of the water supplied to the outdoor-side compartment, J/kg;
Specific enthalpy of the condensed water (in the case of test condition, high) and frost, respectively (in
the case of test condition, H2 or H3) in the equipment, J/kg;
Heat flow through the remaining enveloping surfaces into the outdoor-side compartment, W.
D5 Indoor air enthalpy test method

D5.1 General
In the air-enthalpy method, capacities are determined from measurements of entering and leaving wet-and dry-bulb
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temperatures and the associated airflow rate.

D5.2
Application
D5.2.1 Air leaving the equipment under test shall lead directly to the discharge chamber. If a direct connection
cannot be made between the equipment and the discharge chamber, a short plenum shall be attached to the
equipment. In this case, the short plenum shall have the same size as the discharge opening of the equipment or shall
be constructed so as not to prevent the leaving air from expanding. The cross-section area of the airflow channel
through the discharge chamber shall be configured so that the average air velocity (V2) of the equipment under
test will be less than 4.1 ft/s (1.25 m/s). The static pressure difference between the discharge chamber and intake
opening of the equipment under test shall be zero. An example of the discharge chamber test setup is shown in Figure
D8.
D5.2.2 Airflow measurements shall be made in accordance with the provisions specified in D6.
NOTE: Additional guidance may be found in ISO 3966, Measurement of fluid flow in closed conduits -- Velocity
area method using pitot static tubes, ISO 5167, Measurement of fluid flow by means of pressure differential devices
Part 1: Orifice plates, nozzles and Venturi tubes inserted in circular cross-section conduits running full, and ISO
5221, Air distribution and air diffusion Rules for methods of measuring air flow rate in an air handling duct, as
appropriate, and the provisions in this annex.
D5.2.3 When conducting cooling or steady-state heating capacity tests using the indoor air enthalpy test method, the
additional test tolerances given in Table D2 shall apply.
Table D2. Variations Allowed During Steady State Cooling and Heating Capacity Tests
That Only Apply When Using the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method.
Variations of Arithmetical Mean
Values From Specified Test
Conditions
Readings
Temperature of air leaving

indoor-side: dry-bulb
Maximum Variation of Individual

Readings From Specified Test
Conditions
NA
2.0Ca [ ]
External resistance to indoor air5 Pa[ ]

5 Pa [ ]
flow
a. Tolerance represents the greatest permissible difference between the maximum and minimum observations during
the test
Table D3. Variations Allowed During the Transient Heating Tests That Only Apply
When Using the Indoor Air Enthalpy Test Method.
Readings
External resistance to air flow
Variations of Arithmetical
Mean Values From Specified
Test Conditions
Variation of Individual
Readings From Specified Test
Conditions
Interval Ha
Interval Db
Interval Ha
Interval Db
5 Pa [ ]
NA
5 Pa [ ]
NA
Notes:
a. Applies when the heat pump is in the heating mode, except for the first 10 minutes after termination of a defrost cycle.
b. Applies during a defrost cycle and during the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle when the heat
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D5.2.4 When conducting transient heating capacity tests using the indoor air enthalpy test method, the additional test
tolerances given in Table D3 shall apply.
Figure D8. Discharge Chamber Requirements When Using the

Indoor Air Enthalpy Test Method for Non-Ducted Unit
(D8)
(D9)
(D10)
(D11)
(D8) Where:
ha1
ha2
vn
Wn
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=
=
=
Specific enthalpy of air entering indoor-side, J/kg of dry air;

Specific enthalpy of air leaving indoor-side, J/kg of dry air;
Specific volume of air at nozzle, m3/kg of air-water vapor mixture;
Specific humidity at nozzle inlet, kg/kg of dry air.
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(D9) Where:
ta1
ta2
vn
vn
Wn
=
=
=
=
=
Temperature of air entering indoor-side, dry bulb, in C;

Temperature of air leaving indoor-side, dry bulb, in C;
Velocity of air, at nozzle, in m/s;
(D10) Where:
K1
vn
vn
Wn
D5.3
=
=
=
=
Latent heat of vaporization of water (2500,4 J/g at 0 C);

Calculations heating capacities.
Total heating capacity based on indoor-side data shall be calculated by the following equation:
(D12)
Where:
ta
ta
vn
Wn
NOTE:
D5.4
=
=
=
=
Temperature of air leaving indoor-side, dry bulb, C;

Temperature of air entering indoor-side, dry bulb, C;
Equations D8, D9, D10 and D12 do not provide allowance for heat leakage in the test duct and the
discharge chamber.
Airflow Enthalpy Measurements
The following test apparatus arrangements are recommended:

D5.4.1 Tunnel Air-enthalpy Method (see Figure D9).
The equipment to be tested is typically located in a test room or rooms. An air measuring device is attached to the
equipment air discharge (indoor or outdoor, or both, as applicable). This device discharges directly into the test room
or space, which is provided with suitable means for maintaining the air entering the equipment at the desired wet-and
dry-bulb temperatures. Suitable means for measuring the wet-and dry-bulb temperatures of the air entering and
leaving the equipment and the external resistance shall be provided.
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Figure D9. Tunnel Air-Enthalpy Method

D5.4.2 Loop Air-enthalpy Method (see Figure D10).
This arrangement differs from the tunnel arrangement in that the air measuring device discharge is connected to
suitable reconditioning equipment which is, in turn, connected to the equipment inlet. The resulting test "loop" shall be
sealed so that air leakage at places that would influence capacity measurements does not exceed 1.0% of the test
airflow rate. The dry-bulb temperature of the air surrounding the equipment shall be maintained within 5.4F
(3.0C) of the desired test inlet dry-bulb temperature. Wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperatures and external resistance are
to be measured by suitable means.
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Figure D10. Loop Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement
D5.5
Calorimeter Air-enthalpy Method (see Figure D11).
For equipment in which the compressor is ventilated independently of the indoor air stream, the calorimeter airenthalpy method arrangement shall be employed to take into account compressor heat radiation (see Figure D9). In
this arrangement, an enclosure is placed over the equipment, or applicable part of the equipment, under test. This
enclosure may be constructed of any suitable material, but shall be non hydroscopic, shall be airtight and preferably
insulated. It shall be large enough to permit inlet air to circulate freely between the equipment and the enclosures, and
in no case shall the enclosure be closer than 5.9 inches (15 cm) to any part of the equipment. The inlet to the enclosure
shall be remotely located from the equipment's inlet so as to cause circulation throughout the entire enclosed space. An
air measuring device is to be connected to the equipment's discharge. This device shall be well insulated where it
passes through the enclosed space. Wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperatures of the air entering the equipment are to be
measured at the enclosure inlet. Temperature and external resistance measurements are to be made by suitable means.
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Figure D11. Calorimeter Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement
D6
Airflow Measurement
D6.1
Airflow Global Determination
Air flow should be measured using the apparatus and testing procedures given in this annex. Airflow global quantities
are determined as mass flow rates. If air-flow quantities are to be expressed for rating purposes in volume flow rates,
such ratings shall state the conditions (pressure, temperature and humidity) at which the specific volume is determined.
D6.2
Airflow and Static Pressure
Areas of nozzles should be determined by measuring their diameters to an accuracy of 0.2 percent in four locations
approximately 45 degrees apart around the nozzle in each of two places through the nozzle throat, one at the outlet and
the other in the straight section near the radius.
D6.3
Nozzle Apparatus
D6.3.1 The nozzle apparatus consists of a receiving chamber and a discharge chamber separated by a partition in
which one or more nozzles are located (see Figure D11). Air from the equipment under test is conveyed via a duct to
the receiving chamber, passes through the nozzle or nozzles, and is then exhausted to the test room or channeled back
to the equipment's inlet.
D6.3.2 The nozzle apparatus and its connections to the equipment's inlet shall be sealed so that air leakage does not
exceed 1.0% of the airflow rate being measured.
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Figure D12. Airflow Measuring Apparatus
D6.3.3 The center-to-center distance between nozzles in use should be not less than 3 times the throat diameter of the
larger nozzle, and the distance from the center of any nozzle to the nearest discharge or receiving chamber side wall
should not be less than 1.5 times its throat diameter.
D6.3.4 Diffusers shall be installed in the receiving chamber (at a distance at least 1.5 times the largest nozzle throat
diameter) upstream of the partition wall and in the discharge chamber (at a distance at least 2.5 times the largest nozzle
throat diameter) downstream of the exit plane of the largest nozzle.
D6.3.5 An exhaust fan, capable of providing the desired static pressure at the equipment's outlet, shall be installed in
one wall of the discharge chamber and means shall be provided to vary the capacity of this fan.
D6.3.6 The static pressure drop across the nozzle or nozzles shall be measured with a manometer or manometers.
One end of the manometer should be connected to a static pressure tap located flush with the inner wall of the
receiving chamber and the other end to a static pressure tap located flush with the inner wall of the discharge chamber,
or preferably, several taps in each chamber shall be connected to several manometers in parallel or manifolded to a
single manometer. Static pressure connections should be located so as not to be affected by air flow. Alternately, the
velocity head of the air stream leaving the nozzle or nozzles may be measured by a pitot tube as shown in Figure D11,
but when more than one nozzle is in use, the pitot tube reading should be determined for each nozzle.
D6.3.7 Means shall be provided to determine the air density at the nozzle throat.
D6.3.8 The throat velocity of any nozzle in use shall be not less than 49 ft/s (15 m/s), nor more than 115 ft/s (35 m/s).
D6.3.9 Nozzles shall be constructed in accordance with Figure D12, and applied in accordance with the provisions of
D6.3.10 and D6.3.11
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D6.3.10 Nozzle discharge coefficients for the construction shown in Figure D12, which have a throat length to
throat diameter ratio of 0.6, may be determined using,
(D13)
D1 3
for Reynolds numbers, Re, of 12,000 and above,

The definition of Reynolds number is
(D14)
Where:
Vn
Dn
=
=
=
Air flow velocity at the throat of the nozzle;

Diameter of the throat of the nozzle;
Kinematic viscosity of air.
D6.3.11 Nozzles may also be constructed in accordance with appropriate national standards, provided they can be
used in the apparatus described in Figure C.1 and result in equivalent accuracy.
D6.4 Static Pressure Measurements
D6.4.1 The pressure taps shall consist of 0.25 0.04 (6.25 mm 0.25 mm) diameter nipples soldered to the outer
plenum surfaces and centered over 1 mm diameter holes through the plenum. The edges of these holes should be
free of burrs and other surface irregularities.
D6.4.2 The plenum and duct section shall be sealed to prevent air leakage, particularly at the connections to the
equipment and the air measuring device, and shall be insulated to prevent heat leakage between the equipment outlet
and the temperature measuring instruments.
D6.5 Discharge Air-flow Measurements
D6.5.1 The outlet or outlets of the equipment under test shall be connected to the receiving chamber by adapter
ducting of negligible air resistance, as shown in Figure D11.
D6.6 To measure the static pressure of the receiving chamber, a manometer shall have one side connected to one or more
static pressure connections located flush with the inner wall of the receiving chamber.
D6.7 Indoor-side Air-flow measurements
D6.7.1 The following readings should be taken:
a) barometric pressure;
b) nozzle dry-and wet-bulb temperatures or dew point temperatures;
c) static pressure difference at the nozzle(s) or optionally, nozzle velocity pressure;
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Air mass flow rate through a single nozzle is determined as follows:
D6.7.2
(D1)
Where:
Cd
vn
=
=
Coefficient of discharge, nozzle;

The expansion factor: Y is obtained from the next equation.

Y = 0.452 + 0.548 (C.4)
The pressure ratio: is obtained from the next equation.
(D16)
Air volume flow rate through a single nozzle is determined as follows:
(D17)
(D18)
Where:
Cd
vn
vn
Wn
=
=
=
=
Coefficient of discharge, nozzle;

Velocity of air, at nozzle, m/s;
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AXES OF
ELLIPSIS
Figure D13. Airflow Measuring Nozzle

D6.7.3 Air-flow through multiple nozzles shall be calculated in accordance with D6.6.2, except that the total flow
rate will be the sum of the q or q values for each nozzle used.
D6.8 Ventilation, Exhaust And Leakage Air-Flow Measurements - (Calorimeter Test Method)
D6.8.1 Ventilation, exhaust and leakage air-flows shall be measured using apparatus similar to that illustrated in
Figure D13 with the refrigeration system in operation and after condensate equilibrium has been obtained.
D6.8.2 With the equalizing device adjusted for a maximum static pressure differential between the indoor-side and
outdoor-side compartments of 0.004 inches W.G. (1 Pa), the following readings should be taken:
a) Barometric pressure;
b) Nozzle wet-and dry-bulb temperatures;
c) Nozzle velocity pressure.
D.6.8.3 Air-flow values should be calculated in accordance with D6.7.2.
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Figure D14. Pressure-Equalizing Device
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Appendix E. Heat Recovery Test Method Normative

E1
General
The described methods in E3, E4 and E5 provide means to determine the total capacity of a heat recovery system.
E2
Heat Recovery Test
E2.1 Heat Recovery Capacity Ratings

E2.1.1 General Conditions
E2.1.1.1 All modular heat recovery systems shall have heat recovery capacities and heat recovery
efficiencies (HRE) determined in accordance with the provisions of this appendix. All tests shall be carried
out in accordance with the requirements of Appendix D and the test methods described in E3, E4 and E5.
E2.1.1.2 All indoor units shall be functioning during this test (see E2.2), with the system operating at the
capacity ratio of 1, or as close as possible.
E2.1.1.3 The manufacturer shall state the inverter frequency of the compressor needed to give full-load
conditions and the equipment shall be maintained at that frequency.
NOTE 1: If the equipment cannot be maintained at steady state conditions by its normal controls, then the manufacturer shall
modify or over-ride such controls so that steady state conditions are achieved.
NOTE 2: To set up equipment for test which incorporates inverter-controlled compressors, skilled personnel with a
knowledge of the control software will be required. The manufacturer or his nominated agent should be in attendance when
the equipment is being installed and prepared for test.
E2.1.2 Temperature Conditions
The temperature conditions shall be as stated in Table E1.
Table E1. Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Test Conditions
3 Room Calorimeter or Air enthalpy

SCHE3
Wet-bulb
Dry-bulb
Temperature
Temperature
F [C]
F [C]
Outdoor-side
- Air
- Water
Indoor-side:
- Heating
- Cooling
E3
47.0 [8.3]
86.0 [30.0]
70.0 [21.1]
80.0 [26.7]
43.0 [6.1]
59.0 [15] (max)
67.0 [19.4]
2 Room Air enthalpy

SCHE2
Wet-bulb
Dry-bulb
Temperature
Temperature
F [C]
F [C]
47.0 [8.3]
86.0 [30.0]
43.0 [6.1]
75.0 [23.2]
75.0 [23.2]
70.0 [21.1]
70.0 [21.1]
Three-Room Calorimeter Method

E3.1
If measurements are made by the calorimeter method, then the testing of a heat recovery system shall need a
three-room calorimeter test facility. The indoor units in the cooling mode shall be assembled in one room and the
indoor units in the heating mode in the other. The outdoor unit shall be installed in the third room.
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E3.2
Each of the calorimeter rooms shall satisfy requirements described in Appendix D.
E3.3
For the results to be valid, the sum of the cooling capacity of the indoor units (see Appendix D4.4) and the
power input to the compressor and any fans shall differ by not more than 4% from the sum of the heating capacity of
the indoor units (see Appendix D4.5) and the heat from the outdoor unit. The heat from the outdoor unit may be
negative if the unit is absorbing heat (see D4.5.3) or positive if the unit is rejecting heat (see D4.4.6).
E4
Three-Room Air-Enthalpy Method

E4.1
The indoor units in the cooling mode shall be assembled in one room and the indoor units in the heating mode
in another room. The outdoor unit shall be installed in the third room.
E4.2
E5
The test facility shall satisfy the requirements of the Indoor air enthalpy test method described in E6.
Two-Room Air Enthalpy Method

E5.1
All indoor units, either operating in cooling or heating mode, are assembled in one indoor room. The outdoor
unit shall be installed in the other room.
E5.2
All units operating in the heating mode shall be connected to a common plenum, all units operating in the
cooling mode shall be connected to another common plenum, both in accordance with the requirements established in
the Indoor air enthalpy test method described in E6.
E6
Indoor Air Enthalpy Test Method

E6.1 General. In the air-enthalpy method, capacities are determined from measurements of entering and leaving wetbulb and dry-bulb temperatures and the associated airflow rate.
E6.2
Application
E6.2.1 Air leaving the equipment under the test shall lead directly to the discharge chamber. If a direct
connection cannot be made between the equipment and the discharge chamber, a short plenum shall be
attached to the equipment. In this case, the short plenum shall have the same size as the discharge opening of
the equipment or shall be constructed so as not to prevent the leaving air from expanding. The cross-sectional
area of the airflow channel through the discharge chamber shall be such that the average air velocity will be
less than 1.25 m/s (ft/s) against the airflow rate of the equipment under test. The static pressure difference
between the discharge chamber and intake opening of the equipment under test shall be zero. An example of
the discharge chamber test setup is shown in Figure E1.
E6.2.2 Airflow measurements shall be made in accordance with the provisions specified in Appendix D.
NOTE Additional guidance may be found in ISO 3966, Measurement of fluid flow in closed conduits -Velocity area method using pitot static tubes, ISO 5167, Measurement of fluid flow by means of pressure
differential devices Part 1: Orifice plates, nozzles and Venturi tubes inserted in circular cross-section
conduits running full, and ISO 5221, Air distribution and air diffusion Rules for methods of measuring
air flow rate in an air handling duct, as appropriate, and the provisions in this annex.
E6.2.3 When conducting cooling or steady-state heating capacity tests using the indoor air enthalpy test
method, the additional test tolerances given in Table E2 shall apply
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Table E2. Variations Allowed During Steady State Cooling and Heating Capacity
Tests That Only Apply When Using the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method.
Readings
Temperature of air leaving
indoor-side: dry-bulb
External resistance to indoor airflow
Variations of Arithmetical Mean Values

From Specified Test Conditions
Maximum Variation of Individual

Readings From Specified test Conditions
NA
2.0Ca [ ]
5 Pa [ ]
5 Pa [ ]
a Tolerance represents the greatest permissible difference between the maximum and minimum observations during the test
Table E3. Variations Allowed During the Transient Heating Tests That Only Apply
When Using the Indoor Air Enthalpy Method.
Variations of Arithmetical
Mean Values From Specified
Test Conditions
Readings
External resistance to air flow
Variation of Individual Readings From

Specified Test Conditions
Interval Ha
Interval Db
Interval Ha
Interval Db
5 Pa [ ]
NA
5 Pa [ ]
NA
Notes:
a. Applies when the heat pump is in the heating mode, except for the first 10 minutes after termination of a defrost cycle.
b. Applies during a defrost cycle and during the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle when the heat
E2.4 When conducting transient heating capacity tests using the indoor air enthalpy test method, the additional test
tolerances given in Table E2 shall apply following equations:
De = (4AB/)
Figure E1. Discharge Chamber Requirements When Using the Indoor

Air Enthalpy Test Method for Non-Ducted Unit
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add in IP (E1) Where:

ha1
ha2
vn
Wn
=
=
=
=
Specific enthalpy of air entering indoor-side, J/kg of dry air;

Specific enthalpy of air leaving indoor-side, J/kg of dry air;
(E2) Where:
ta1
ta2
vn
vn
Wn
=
=
=
=
=
Temperature of air entering indoor-side, dry bulb, in C;

Temperature of air leaving indoor-side, dry bulb, in C;
(E3) Where:
K1
vn
vn
Wn
E6.3
=
=
=
=
Latent heat of vaporization of water (2500,4 J/g at 0 C);

Calculations Heating Capacities.
Total heating capacity based on indoor-side data shall be calculated by the following equation:
Where:
ta
ta
vn
Wn
=
=
=
=
Temperature of air leaving indoor-side, dry bulb, C;

Temperature of air entering indoor-side, dry bulb, C;
Add IP units
NOTE: Equations E1, E2, E3 and E5 do not provide allowance for heat leakage in the test duct and the
discharge chamber.
E6.4 Airflow Enthalpy Measurements.
The following test apparatus arrangements are recommended:

E6.4.1 Tunnel Air-Enthalpy Method (see Figure E2).
The equipment to be tested is typically located in a test room or rooms. An air measuring device is attached to the
equipment air discharge (indoor or outdoor, or both, as applicable). This device discharges directly into the test room
or space, which is provided with suitable means for maintaining the air entering the equipment at the desired wet-and
dry-bulb temperatures. Suitable means for measuring the wet-and dry-bulb temperatures of the air entering and
leaving the equipment and the external resistance shall be provided.
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Figure E2. Tunnel Air Enthalpy Method

E6.4.2 Loop Air-enthalpy Method (see Figure E3).
This arrangement differs from the tunnel arrangement in that the air measuring device discharge is connected to
suitable reconditioning equipment which is, in turn, connected to the equipment inlet. The resulting test "loop" shall be
sealed so that air leakage at places that would influence capacity measurements does not exceed 1.0% of the test
airflow rate. The dry-bulb temperature of the air surrounding the equipment shall be maintained within 3.0C of the
desired test inlet dry-bulb temperature. Wet- and dry-bulb temperatures and external resistance are to be measured by
suitable means.
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Figure E3. Loop Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement

E6.5 Calorimeter Air-enthalpy Method (see Figure E4).
For equipment in which the compressor is ventilated independently of the indoor air stream, the calorimeter air-enthalpy
method arrangement shall be employed to take into account compressor heat radiation (see Figure E.3). In this arrangement,
an enclosure is placed over the equipment, or applicable part of the equipment, under test. This enclosure may be constructed
of any suitable material, but shall be non hydroscopic, shall be airtight and preferably insulated. It shall be large enough to
permit inlet air to circulate freely between the equipment and the enclosures, and in no case shall the enclosure be closer than
15 cm to any part of the equipment. The inlet to the enclosure shall be remotely located from the equipment's inlet so as to
cause circulation throughout the entire enclosed space. An air measuring device is to be connected to the equipment's
discharge. This device shall be well insulated where it passes through the enclosed space. Wet- and dry-bulb temperatures of
the air entering the equipment are to be measured at the enclosure inlet. Temperature and external resistance measurements
are to be made by suitable means.
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Figure E4. Calorimeter Air-Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement
E7
Test Results
E7.1 Capacity Calculations

E7.1.1 General
The results of a capacity test shall express quantitatively the effects produced upon air by the equipment being tested.
For given test conditions, the capacity test results shall include the following quantities as are applicable to cooling or
heating:
a)
Total Cooling Capacity, Btu/h [W]
b) Sensible Cooling Capacity, , Btu/h [W]

c)
Latent Cooling Capacity, , Btu/h [W]
d) Heating Capacity, Btu/h [W]

e)
Indoor-side air flow rate, cfm [m/s] of Standard Air
f)
External resistance to indoor air flow, in. H20 [Pa]
g) Effective power input to the equipment or individual power inputs to each of the electrical equipment components,
W.
NOTE: For determination of latent cooling capacity, see Appendix D. If using the calorimeter test method using the indoor
air enthalpy test method, see Appendix E.
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E7.1.2 Adjustments
Test results shall be used to determine capacities without adjustment for permissible variations in test conditions,
except that air enthalpies, specific volumes and isobaric specific heat capacities shall be corrected for deviations from
saturation temperature and standard barometric pressure.
E7.1.3 Cooling Capacity Calculations
E7.1.3.1 An average cooling capacity shall be determined from the set of cooling capacities recorded over the data
collection period.
E7.1.3.2 An average electrical power input shall be determined from the set of electrical power inputs recorded over
the data collection period or from the integrated electrical power for the same interval for cases where an electrical
energy meter is used.
E7.1.3.3 Standard ratings of capacities shall include the effects of circulating-fan heat, but shall not include
supplementary heat. For units provided without a fan, the effect of the fan to be taken into account shall be calculated.
E7.1.4 Heating Capacity Calculations
E7.1.4.1 Steady State Capacity Calculations
E7.1.4.1.1 If the heating capacity test is conducted in accordance with the provisions of E7.1.4.1.2 or E7.1.4.1.1.2, a
heating capacity shall be calculated using data from each data sampling in accordance with Appendix D, if using
the calorimeter test method, or if using the indoor air-enthalpy test method.
E7.1.4.1.2 Test Procedure:
preconditioning period.
When a defrost cycle (whether automatically or manually-initiated) ends the
E7.1.4.1.2.1 If the quantity %T exceeds 2.5 percent during the first 35 min of the data collection period, the heating
capacity test shall be designated a transient test. Likewise, if the heat pump initiates a defrost cycle during the
equilibrium period or during the first 35 min of the data collection period, the heating capacity test shall be designated
a transient test.
E7.1.4.1.2.2 If the conditions specified in 6.1.9.1 do not occur and the test tolerances are satisfied during both the
equilibrium period and the first 35 min of the data collection period, then the heat capacity test shall be designated a
steady-state test. Steady-state tests shall be terminated after 35 min of data collection.
E7.1.4.1.3 Test Procedure: When a defrost cycle does not end the preconditioning period.
E7.1.4.1.3.1 If the heat pump initiates a defrost cycle during the equilibrium period or during the first 35 min of the
data collection period, the heating capacity test shall be restarted as specified in E7.1.4.1.3.3.
E7.1.4.1.3.2 If the quantity %T exceeds 2.5 percent any time during the first 35 min of the data collection period, the
heating capacity test shall be restarted as specified in E7.1.4.1.3.3. Prior to the restart, a defrost cycle shall occur. This
defrost cycle may be manually initiated or delayed until the heat pump initiates an automatic defrost.
E7.1.4.1.3.3 If either E7.1.4.1.3.1 or E7.1.4.1.3.2 apply, then the restart shall begin 10 min after the defrost cycle
terminates with a new, hour-long equilibrium period. This second attempt shall follow the same requirements.
E7.1.4.1.3.4 If the conditions specified in either E7.1.4.1.3.1 or E7.1.4.1.3.2 do not occur and the test tolerances are
satisfied during both the equilibrium period and the first 35 min of the data collection period, then the heat capacity
test shall be designated a steady-state test. Steady-state tests shall be terminated after 35 min of data collection.
E7.1.4.1.4 An average heating capacity shall be determined from the set of heating capacities recorded over the data
collection period.
E7.1.4.1.5 An average electrical power input shall be determined from the set of electrical power inputs recorded over
the data collection or from the integrated electrical power for the same data collection period.
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E7.1.4.2 Transient Capacity Tests
E7.1.4.2.1 If the heating capacity test is conducted in accordance with the provisions of transient testing, an average
heating capacity shall be determined. This average heating capacity shall be calculated as specified in Annex C if
using the calorimeter test method and as specified in Appendix D if using the indoor air-enthalpy test method.
E7.1.4.2.2 For equipment where one or more complete cycles occur during the data collection period, the following
shall apply. The average heating capacity shall be determined using the integrated capacity and the elapsed time
corresponding to the total number of complete cycles that occurred over the data collection period. The average
electrical power input shall be determined using the integrated power input and the elapsed time corresponding to the
total number of complete cycles during the same data collection period as the one used for the heating capacity. [A
complete cycle consists of a heating period and a defrost period from defrost termination to defrost termination.]
E7.1.4.2.3 For equipment that does not conduct a complete cycle during the data collection period, the following shall
apply. The average heating capacity shall be determined using the integrated capacity and the elapsed time
corresponding to the total data collection period. (3 hours if using the indoor air-enthalpy test method; 6 hours if using
the calorimeter test method).The average electrical power input shall be determined using the integrated power input
and the elapsed time corresponding to the same data collection period as the one used for the heating capacity.
E7.1.4.2.4 For equipment in which a single defrost occurs during the test period, the following shall apply. The
average heating capacity shall be determined using the integrated capacity and the elapsed time corresponding to the
total test period (3 hours if using the indoor air-enthalpy test method; 6 hours if using the calorimeter test method). The
average electrical power input shall be determined using the integrated power input and the elapsed time
corresponding to the total test period.
E7.1.5 Power Input of Fans
The fan power measured during the test shall be included in the declared power consumption and in the calculation of
efficiencies. Standard ratings of capacities shall include the effects of circulating-fan heat, but shall not include
supplementary heat. For units provided without a fan, the effect of the fan to be taken into account shall be calculated
according to Annex P.
E7.2 Data To Be Recorded
The data to be recorded for the capacity tests are given in Table 15 for the indoor air enthalpy test method and Tables
16 and 17 for the room calorimeter test method. The tables identify the general information required but are not
intended to limit the data to be obtained. Electrical input values used for rating purposes shall be those measured
during the capacity tests.
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Table E4. Data To Be Recorded During The Indoor Air-Enthalpy Capacity Tests
No.
Data
Date
1
Observers
2
Barometric pressure, in. Hg (kPa)
3
Time of tests S
4
Power input to equipmenta, W
5
6
Energy input to equipmentb, Wh
7
Applied voltage(s), V
8
Current, A
9
Frequency, Hz
10
External resistance to air-flow for each indoor unit, Pa
11
Fan speed setting
12
Setting of variable capacity compressor at full load.
13
Dry-bulb temperature of air entering equipment, F (C)
14
Wet-bulb temperature of air entering equipment, F (C)
15
Dry-bulb temperature of air leaving measuring device, F (C)
16
Wet-bulb temperature of air entering measuring device, F (C)
17
Outdoor dry-bulb and wet-bulb temperatures, F (C)
18
Volume flow rate of air and all relevant measurements for its calculation, cfm (m3/s)
19
Refrigerant charge added by the test house, lbs (kg)
a Total power input and, where required, input to equipment components
b Energy input to equipment is required only during defrost operations
Table E5. Data To Be Recorded For Calorimeter Cooling Capacity Tests
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
a
b
Data
Date
Observers
Barometric pressure, , in. Hg (kPa)
Fan speed setting indoor and outdoor
Applied voltage, V
Frequency, Hz
Total current input to equipment, amps
Total power input to equipmenta, W
Setting of variable capacity compressor at full load. Control dry-bulb and wet-bulb
temperature of air (indoor-side calorimeter compartment)b, C
Control dry-bulb and wet-bulb temperature of air (outdoor-side calorimeter compartment)b, C
Average air temperature outside the calorimeter if calibrated, (see Figure D.6), C
Total power input to indoor-side and outdoor-side compartments, W
Quantity of water evaporated in humidifier, kg
Temperature of humidifier water entering indoor-side and outdoor-side (if used)
compartments or in humidifier tank, C
Cooling water flow rate through outdoor-side compartment heat-rejection coil, l3/s
Temperature of cooling water entering outdoor-side compartment, for heat-rejection coil, C
Temperature of cooling water leaving outdoor-side compartment, from heat-rejection coil, C
Temperature of condensed water leaving outdoor-side compartment, C
Mass of condensed water from equipment, lbs (kg)
Volume of air-flow through measuring nozzle of the separating partition, m3/s
Air-static pressure difference across the separating partition of calorimeter compartments, Pa
Refrigerant charge added by the test house, lbs (kg)
Total power input to the equipment, except if more than one external power connection is provided on the
equipment; record input to each connection separately
See E.1.3.2
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Table E6. Data To Be Recorded For Calorimeter Heating Capacity Tests
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
a
b
Data
Date
Observers
Barometric pressure, kPa
Fan speed setting indoor and outdoor
Applied voltage, V
Frequency, Hz
Total current input to equipment, amps
Total power input to equipmenta, W
Setting of variable capacity compressor at full load.
Control dry-bulb and wet-bulb temperature of air (indoor-side calorimeter compartment)b, C
Control dry-bulb and wet-bulb temperature of air (outdoor-side calorimeter compartment)b, C
Average air temperature outside the calorimeter if calibrated, (see Figure D.7), C
Total power input to indoor-side and outdoor-side compartments, W
Quantity of water evaporated in humidifier, kg
Temperature of humidifier water entering indoor-side and outdoor-side (if used)
compartments or in humidifier tank, C
Cooling water flow rate through outdoor-side compartment heat-rejection coil, gL/s or L/s, gpm
Temperature of cooling water entering outdoor-side compartment, for heat-rejection coil, C
Temperature of cooling water leaving outdoor-side compartment, from heat-rejection coil, C
Water condensed outdoor-side compartment, kg
Temperature of condensed water leaving outdoor-side compartment, C
Volume of air-flow through measuring nozzle of the separating partition, m3/s
Air-static pressure difference across the separating partition of calorimeter compartments, Pa
Refrigerant charge added by the test house, kg
Total power input to the equipment, except if more than one external power connection is provided on the equipment; record
input to each connection separately
See E.1.3.4
E7.3 Test Report

E7.3.1 General Information
As a minimum, the test report shall contain the following general information:
a) Date
b) Test Institute
c) Test l Location
d) Test Method(s) Used (calorimeter or air-enthalpy)
e) Test Supervisor
f) Test Object, Climate Type Designation (i.e., T1, T2, T3)
g) Reference To This AHRI Standard 1230
h) Description Of Test Set-up, Including Equipment Location
i) Nameplate Information (see 9.2)
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E7.3.2 Rating Test Results
The values reported shall be the mean of the values taken over the test period.
E7.3.3 Performance Tests
All relevant information regarding testing shall be reported.

E8
Published Ratings
E8.1 Standard Ratings

E8.1.1 Standard ratings shall be published for cooling capacities (sensible, latent and total), heating capacity, energy
efficiency ratio and coefficient of performance, as appropriate, for all systems produced in conformance to this
standard. These ratings shall be based on data obtained at the established rating conditions in accordance with the
provisions of this International Standard.
E8.1.2 The values of standard capacities shall be expressed in kilowatts, rounded to the three significant figures.
E8.1.3 The values of energy efficiency ratios and coefficients of performance shall be expressed in multiples
rounded to the three significant figures.
E8.1.4 Each capacity rating shall be followed by the corresponding test voltage see column 2 of Table E7 and
frequency rating.
Table E7. Cooling Capacity Test Conditions

T1
F [C]
Temperature of air entering indoor side*
dry-bulb
wet-bulb
Temperature of air surrounding unit
dry-bulb
wet-bulb
Test Frequency
Test Voltage
T2
F [C]
T3
F [C]
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
69.8 [ 21.0]
59.0 [15.0]
84.2 [29.0]
66.2 [19.0]
95.0 [35.0]
75.2 [24.0]
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
Rated frequency
See Table F3
114.8 [46.0]
75.2 [24.0]
T1 - Standard cooling capacity rating conditions for moderate climates.

T2 - Standard cooling capacity rating conditions for cool climates.
T3 - Standard cooling capacity rating conditions for hot climates.
a. The wet-bulb temperature condition is not required when testing air-cooled condensers which do not
evaporate the condensate.
b. Equipment with dual-rated frequencies shall be tested at each frequency.
E8.2 Other Ratings
Additional ratings may be published based on conditions other than those specified as standard rating conditions, or based on
conditions specified in national regulations, or based on the testing of various combinations of operating evaporators and/or
compressors if they are clearly specified and the data is determined by the methods specified in this Standard, or by analytical
methods which are verifiable by the test methods specified in this Standard.
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Appendix F. Individual Indoor Unit Capacity

Tests Normative
F1
General
F1.1 The described methods provide a means to determine the capacity of an individual indoor unit, either operating on its
own with the other indoor units switched off, or with all indoor units operating.
All tests shall be made in accordance with the test requirements of Appendix D.
F2
The Calorimeter Method
F2.1 If measurements are made by the calorimeter method, then the testing of an individual unit, with all others operating,
will need at least a three-room calorimeter test facility. If only one unit is operating, a two-room calorimeter will suffice.
Each calorimeter shall satisfy the calorimeter test method requirements described in Appendix D.
F3
The Air-Enthalpy Method
F3.1 If measurements are made by the air-enthalpy method, then the testing shall be done with one or more indoor rooms
and one or more air measuring devices connected to the indoor units. The outdoor unit shall be situated at least in an
environmental test room.
F3.2 The test facility shall satisfy the indoor air enthalpy test method requirements described in Appendix E, except that the
individual indoor unit to be tested shall have its own plenum and air flow measuring device.
F4
Temperature Conditions
F4.1 The temperature conditions stated in Table F2, Columns T1, T2 and T3, shall be considered standard rating conditions
for the determination of cooling capacity.
F4.2 Equipment manufactured for use in a moderate climate similar to that specified in Table F2, Column T1 only, shall
have a rating determined by tests conducted at these specified Table 1 conditions and shall be designated type T1 equipment.
F4.3 Equipment manufactured for use in a cool climate similar to that specified in Table F2, Column T2 only, shall have a
rating determined by tests conducted at these specified Table 1 conditions and shall be designated type T2 equipment.
F4.4 Equipment manufactured for use in a hot climate similar to that specified in Table F2, Column T3 only, shall have a
rating determined by tests conducted at these specified Table 1 conditions and shall be designated type T3 equipment.
F4.5 Equipment manufactured for use in more than one of the types of climate defined in Table F2, Columns T1, T2 and
T3, shall have the rating determined by test for each of the specified Table 1 conditions for which they have been designated
and tested.
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Table F1. Pressure Requirement for Comfort Air Conditioners
Standard Capacity
Minimum External Static
Minimum External Static
Pressurea
Pressurea
Ratings
Pa
in H20
kW
0<Q<8
25
0.10
8 Q < 12
37
0.15
12 Q < 20
50
0.20
20 Q < 30
62
0.25
30 Q < 45
75
0.30
45 Q < 82
100
0.40
82 Q < 117
125
0.50
117 Q < 147
150
0.60
Q > 147
175
0.70
Note: a. For equipment tested without an air filter installed, the minimum external static pressure
shall be increased by 0.040 WC / 10 Pa
Table F2. Cooling Capacity Test Conditions
Temperature of air entering indoor side*

dry-bulb
wet-bulb
Temperature of air surrounding unit
dry-bulb
wet-bulb
Test Frequency
Test Voltage
T1
F [C]
T2
F [C]
T3
F [C]
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
69.8 [21.0]
59.0 [15.0]
84.2 [ 29.0]
66.2 [19.0]
95.0 [35.0]
75.2 [24.0]
80.6 [27.0]
66.2 [19.0]
Rated frequency
See Table F3
114.8 [46.0]
75.2 [24.0]
T1 - Standard Cooling Capacity rating conditions for moderate climates.

T2 - Standard Cooling Capacity rating conditions for cool climates.
T3 - Standard Cooling Capacity rating conditions for hot climates.
a. The wet-bulb temperature condition is not required when testing air-cooled condensers which do not
evaporate the condensate.
b. Equipment with dual-rated frequencies shall be tested at each frequency.
Table F3. Voltages for Capacity and Performance Tests

(Except the maximum cooling and the maximum heating tests)
Rated (nameplate) Voltages a
Test Voltage
90 to 109
110 to 127
180 to 207
208 to 253
254 to 341
342 to 420
421 to 506
507 to 633
100
115
200
230
265
400
460
575
Note: a. For equipment with dual-rated voltages such as 115/230 and 220/440, the test voltages
would be 115 and 230 volts in the first example, and 230 and 460 volts in the second example.
For equipment with an extended voltage range, such as 110-120 volts or 220-240 volts, the test
voltage would be 115 volts or 230 volts, respectively. Where the extended voltage range spans
two or more of the rated voltage ranges, the mean of the rated voltages shall be used to
determine the test voltage from the table. (EXAMPLE: For equipment with an extended voltage
range of 200-220 volts, the test voltage would be 230 volts, based on the mean voltage of 210
volts)
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F5
F5.1
AirFlow Conditions
General
This section covers air flow settings for ducted, non-ducted and units supplied without a fan.
Ducted indoor units rated at less than 8kW and intended to operate at an external static pressure of less than 25 Pa shall be
tested as non-ducted units.
F5.2
Air flow setting for non-ducted indoor units measured by air enthalpy method
F5.2.1 Tests shall be conducted with 0 Pa static pressure maintained at the air discharge of the equipment. All air
quantities shall be expressed as m/s of standard air as defined in Appendix E.
F5.2.2 Air flow measurements shall be made in accordance with the provisions specified in this Appendix and in
ASHRAE Standard 37 .
F5.3
Air Flow Setting for Ducted Indoor Units
The air flow rate shall be specified by the manufacturer. This flow rate shall be for full load cooling and be expressed in
terms of standard air conditions and correspond to a compressor not operating.
F5.3.1 Air Flow Setting Procedure for Ducted Indoor Units
The airflow rate setting shall be made when the fan only is operating, at an ambient temperature between 20.0C to
30.0C and relative humidity between 30% and 70%. The airflow settings of the units shall be in accordance with
Appendices D and F.
The rated airflow rate given by the manufacturer shall be set and the resulting external static pressure (ESP) measured.
The measured ESP shall be larger than the ESP for rating, defined in Table 1,. If the unit has an adjustable speed, it
shall be adjusted to the lowest speed that provides the ESP for rating or greater.
5.3.2
ESP for rating

1) If the rated ESP stated by the manufacturer is greater than or equal to the minimum value given in
table 1, the stated rated ESP is used as the ESP for rating.
2) If the rated ESP stated by the manufacturer is smaller than the minimum value given in table 1, and
larger than or equal to the 80% of the maximum ESP, the stated rated ESP is used as the ESP for rating.
The maximum ESP may either be specified by the manufacturer or be picked up from fan curves
provided by the manufacturer.
3) If the rated ESP specified by the manufacturer is smaller than the minimum value given in table 1, and
smaller than the 80% of the maximum ESP, the value of Table E1 or 80% of the maximum ESP,
whichever the smaller is used as the ESP for rating.
4) If the rated ESP is not specified by the manufacturer, the value of table 1 or 80% of the maximum
ESP, whichever the smaller is used as the ESP for rating.
The flowchart of selecting the ESP for rating is shown in Figure 1.

When the determined ESP for rating is smaller than 0.10 WC / 25Pa, the unit can be considered as a non-ducted
indoor unit.
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Figure F1. Flowchart Of Selecting ESP For Rating Ducted Indoor Units
F5.4 Outdoor Air Flow
F5.4.1 General
If the outdoor airflow is adjustable, all tests shall be conducted at the outdoor-side air quantity or fan control setting
that is specified by the manufacturer. Where the fan is non-adjustable, all tests shall be conducted at the outdoor-side
air volume flow rate inherent in the equipment when operated with the following in place: all of the resistance
elements associated with inlets, louvers, and any ductwork and attachments considered by the manufacturer as normal
installation practice. Once established, the outdoor-side air circuit of the equipment shall remain unchanged
throughout all tests prescribed herein, except to adjust for any change caused by the attachment of the air-flow
measuring device when using the outdoor air-enthalpy test method (see Appendix D).
F5.4.2 Test Method
The air flow settings of the units shall be in accordance with Appendix D.
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F5.4.3 Unit Supplied Without Indoor Fan
If no fan is supplied with the unit i.e. coil only units, the requirements in Appendix D.
F5.5
Test Conditions
F5.5.1 Preconditions
The test room reconditioning apparatus and the equipment under test shall be operated until equilibrium conditions are
attained. Equilibrium conditions as required by 8.3 shall be maintained for not less than one hour, before capacity test
data are recorded.
F5.5.1.1 Testing Requirements
The test capacity shall include the determination of the sensible, latent and total cooling capacity as
determined on the indoor-side..
F5.5.1.2 Duration of Test
The data shall be recorded at equal intervals that span one minute or less. The recording of the data shall
continue for at least a 30 minute period during which the tolerances specified in 8.3 shall be met.
F5.6 Defrost Operations
F5.6.1 Overriding of automatic defrost controls shall be prohibited. The controls may only be overridden when
manually initiating a defrost cycle during preconditioning.
F5.6.2 Any defrost cycle, whether automatically or manually initiated, that occurs while preparing for or
conducting a heating capacity test shall always be automatically terminated by the action of the heat pumps defrost
controls.
F5.6.3 If the heat pump turns the indoor fan off during the defrost cycle, airflow through the indoor coil shall
cease.
F5.7
Test Procedure General Description

F5.7.1 The test procedure consists of three periods: a preconditioning period, a equilibrium period, and a data
collection period. The duration of the data collection period differs depending upon whether the heat pumps
operation is steady-state or transient. In the case of transient operation, in addition, the data collection period
specified when using the indoor air enthalpy method is different than the data collection period required if using the
calorimeter method.
F5.8
Preconditioning Period
F5.8.1 The test room reconditioning apparatus and the heat pump under test shall be operated until the test
tolerances specified in 8.3 are attained for at least 10 minutes.
F5.8.2 A defrost cycle may end a preconditioning period. If a defrost cycle does end a preconditioning period, the
heat pump shall operate in the heating mode for at least 10 minutes after defrost termination prior to beginning the
equilibrium period.
F5.8.3 It is recommended that the preconditioning period end with an automatic or manually induced defrost cycle
when testing at the H2 and H3 temperature conditions.
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F5.9
Equilibrium Period
F5.9.1 The equilibrium period immediately follows the preconditioning period.
F5.9.2 A complete equilibrium period is one hour in duration.
F5.9.3 Except as specified in F5.1.11.3, the heat pump shall operate while meeting the 8.3 test tolerances.
F5.10
Data Collection Period

F5.10.1 The data collection period immediately follows the equilibrium period.
F5.10.2 Data shall be collected as specified for the chosen 8.1 test method(s). If using the calorimeter method,
heating capacity shall be calculated as specified in Appendix D. If using the indoor air enthalpy method, heating
capacity shall be calculated as specified in Appendix E. For cases where one of the confirming test methods from
8.1.3.1 is used, heating capacity shall be calculated as specified in the appropriate appendix.
F5.10.3 An integrating electrical power (watt-hour) meter or measuring system shall be used for measuring the
electrical energy supplied to the equipment. During defrost cycles and for the first 10 minutes following a defrost
termination, the meter or measuring system shall have a sampling rate of at least every 10 seconds.
F5.10.4 Except as specified in F5.10.3 and F5.10.5, data shall be sampled at equal intervals that span every 30
seconds or less.
F5.10.5 During defrost cycles, plus the first 10 minutes following defrost termination, certain data used in
evaluating the integrated heating capacity of the heat pump shall be sampled at equal intervals that span every 10
seconds or less. When using the indoor air enthalpy method, these more-frequently sampled data include the change
in indoor-side dry bulb temperature. When using the calorimeter method, these more frequently sampled data
include all measurements required to determine the indoor-side capacity.
F5.10.6 For heat pumps that automatically cycle off the indoor fan during a defrost, the contribution of the net
heating delivered and/or the change in indoor-side dry bulb temperature shall be assigned the value of zero when the
indoor fan is off, if using the indoor air enthalpy method. If using the calorimeter test method, the integration of
capacity shall continue while the indoor fan is off.
F5.10.7 For both the indoor air-enthalpy and the calorimeter test methods, the difference between the dry bulb
temperature of the air leaving and entering the indoor coil shall be measured. For each 5-minute interval during the
data collection period, an average temperature difference shall be calculated, T i(). The average temperature
difference for the first 5 minutes of the data collection period, , T i( = 0), shall be saved for the purpose of
calculating the following percent change
F5.11
period
Test Procedure: When a defrost cycle (whether automatically or manually-initiated) ends the preconditioning
F5.11.1 If the quantity %T exceeds 2.5 percent during the first 35 minutes of the data collection period, the
heating capacity test shall be designated a transient test. Likewise, if the heat pump initiates a defrost cycle during
the equilibrium period or during the first 35 minutes of the data collection period, the heating capacity test shall be
designated a transient test.
F5.11.2 If the conditions specified in 6.1.9.1 do not occur and the 8.3 test tolerances are satisfied during both the
equilibrium period and the first 35-minutes of the data collection period, then the heat capacity test shall be
designated a steady-state test. Steady-state tests shall be terminated after 35 minutes of data collection.
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F5.12
Test Procedure: When a defrost cycle does not end the 5.8 preconditioning period
F5.12.1 If the heat pump initiates a defrost cycle during the equilibrium period or during the first 35 minutes of the
data collection period, the heating capacity test shall be restarted as specified in 5F.1.10.3.
F5.12.2 If the quantity %T exceeds 2.5 percent any time during the first 35 minutes of the data collection period,
the heating capacity test shall be restarted as specified in F5.12.3. Prior to the restart, a defrost cycle shall occur.
This defrost cycle may be manually initiated or delayed until the heat pump initiates an automatic defrost.
F5.12.3 If either F5.12.1 or F5.12.2 apply, then the restart shall begin 10 minutes after the defrost cycle terminates
with a new, hour-long equilibrium period. This second attempt shall follow the requirements of F5.1.7 and F5.10,
and the test procedure of F5.21
F5.12.4 If the conditions specified in F5.12.1 or F5.12.2 do not occur and the test tolerances are satisfied during both
the equilibrium period and the first 35 minutes of the data collection period, then the heat capacity test shall be
designated a steady-state test. Steady-state tests shall be terminated after 35 minutes of data collection.
F5.13
Test Procedure for Transient Tests

F5.131 When, in accordance with F5.11.1, a heating capacity test is designated a transient test, the adjustments
specified in F5.13.2 to F5.13.5 shall apply.
F5.13.2 The outdoor air-enthalpy test method shall not be used and its associated outdoor-side measurement
apparatus shall be disconnected from the heat pump. In all cases, the normal outdoor-side airflow of the heat pump
shall not be disturbed. Use of other confirming test methods is not required.
F5.13.3 To constitute a valid transient heating capacity tests, the test tolerances specified in Table 4 shall be
achieved during both the equilibrium period and the data collection period. As noted in Table 4, the test tolerances
are specified for two sub-intervals. Interval H consists of data collected during each heating interval, with the
exception of the first 10 minutes after defrost termination. Interval D consists of data collected during each defrost
cycle plus the first 10 minutes of the subsequent heating interval.
F5.13.4 The test tolerance parameters in Table F4 shall be sampled throughout the equilibrium and data collection
periods. All data collected during each interval, H or D, shall be used to evaluate compliance with the Table 4 test
tolerances. Data from two or more H intervals or two or more D intervals shall not be combined and then used in
evaluating Table F4 compliance. Compliance is based on evaluating data from each interval separately.
F5.13.5 If using the indoor air enthalpy method, the data collection period shall be extended until 3 hours have
elapsed or until the heat pump completes three complete cycles during the period, whichever occurs first. If at an
elapsed time of 3 hours, the heat pump is conducting a defrost cycle, the cycle shall be completed before terminating
the collection of data. A complete cycle consists of a heating period and a defrost period, from defrost termination to
defrost termination
F5.13.6 If using the calorimeter method, the data collection period shall be extended until 6 hours have elapsed or
until the heat pump completes six complete cycles during the period, whichever occurs first. If at an elapsed time of
6 hours, the heat pump is conducting a defrost cycle, the cycle shall be completed before terminating the collection
of data. A complete cycle consists of a heating period and a defrost period, from defrost termination to defrost
termination.
Note Consecutive cycles should be repetitive with similar frost and defrost intervals before selecting data used for
calculating the integrated capacity and power..
F5.13.7 Because of the confirming test method requirement of 8.1.3.1, the outdoor air enthalpy test apparatus may
have to be disconnected from the heat pump, as specified in F5.13.2, during a heating capacity test. If removal
during a test is required, the changeover interval shall not be counted as part of the elapsed time of the equilibrium
or data collection periods. The changeover interval shall be defined as starting with the instant the heating capacity
test is designated a transient test and ending when the Table 4 test tolerances are first re-established after the outdoor
air-enthalpy apparatus is disconnected from the heat pump.
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Table F4. Variations Allowed in Heating Capacity Tests When Using the T Transient (T) Test Procedure
Readings
Indoor air inlet temperature
dry-bulb
wet-bulb
Outdoor air inlet temperature
dry-bulb
wet-bulb
Voltage
External resistance to airflow, Pa
Notes:
a.
b.
F6
Variations Individual Readings From

Specified Test Conditions
Interval Db
Interval Ha
F [C]
F [C]
Variations of Arithmetical Mean

Values From Specified Test Conditions
Interval Ha
Interval Db
F [C]
F [C]
1.8 [1.0]
---
4.5 [2.5]
---
1.1 [0.6}
---
2.7 [1.5]
---
1.8 [1.0]
1.1 [0.6]
2%
10%
9 [5.0]
-- 2%
10%
1.1 [0.6]
0.55 [0.3]
1%
5%
2.7 [1.5]
1.8 [1.0]
1%
5%
Applies when the heat pump is in the heating mode except for the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle.
Applies during a defrost cycle and during the first 10 minutes after the termination of a defrost cycle when the heat pump is
operating in the heating mode.
Test Methods and Uncertainty of Measurements

Test methods and uncertainty of measurements shall be as specified in paragraph 8.13.5.2 and Table 15.
F7
Test Results
Test results shall be recorded an expressed as specified in Appendix E.
F8
Published Ratings.
The publication of individual capacities of indoor units shall be as specified in Appendix E. The published results
shall specify if all indoor units are operating or only one indoor unit is operating during the test.
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APPENDIX G. PRESCRIPTIVE METHODOLOGY FOR THE

CYCLIC TESTING OF DUCTED SYSTEMS NORMATIVE
For the purpose of uniformity in the cyclic test requirements of Appendix G, the following test apparatus and conditions shall
be met:
G1 The test apparatus is a physical arrangement of dampers, damper boxes, mixers, thermopile and ducts all properly
sealed and insulated. See Figures G1 through G4 for typical test apparatus. The arrangement and size(s) of the components
may be altered to meet the physical requirements of the unit to be tested.
G2 Dampers and their boxes shall be located outside of the ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 37 pressure measurement locations
in the inlet air and outlet air ducts.
G3 The entire test apparatus shall not have a leakage rate which exceeds 20 cfm [0.01 m/s ] when a negative pressure of
1.0 in H2O [0.25 kPa] is maintained at the apparatus exit air location.
G4
The apparatus shall be insulated to have "U" value not to exceed 0.04 Btu/(hft2F) [0.23 W/m2 C] total.
G5 The air mixer and a 40% maximum open area perforated screen shall be located in the outlet air portion of the
apparatus upstream of the outlet damper. The mixer(s) shall be as described in ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 41.1. The mixing
device shall achieve a maximum temperature spread of 1.5F [0.8 C] across the device. An inlet air mixer is not required.
G6 The temperature difference between inlet air and outlet air shall be measured by a thermopile. The thermopile shall be
constructed of 24 gauge thermocouple wire with 16 junctions at each end. At each junction point the wire insulation shall be
stripped for a length of 1.0 in [25 mm]. The junction of the wires shall have no more than two bonded turns.
G7 The dampers shall be capable of being completely opened or completely closed within a time period not to exceed 10
seconds for each action. Airflow through the equipment being tested should stop within 3 seconds after the airflow
measuring device is de-energized. The air pressure difference (P) at the nozzle shall be within 2% of steady state P within
15 seconds from the time the air measuring device is re-energized.
G8 Test set up, temperature and electrical measurements must be identical for "C" and "U" tests in order to obtain
minimum error in CD. Electrical measurements shall be taken with an integrating type meter per ANSI/ASHRAE Standard
37 having an accuracy for all ranges experienced during the cyclic test.
G9 Prior to taking test data, the unit shall be operated at least one hour after achieving dry coil conditions. The drain pan
shall be drained and the drain opening plugged. The drain pan shall be completely dry in order to maximize repeatability and
reproducibility of test results.
G10 For coil only units not employing an enclosure, the coil shall be tested with an enclosure constructed of 1.0 in [25 mm]
fiberglass ductboard with a density of 6 lb/ft3 [100 kg/m3] or an equivalent "R" value. For units with enclosures or cabinets, no
extra insulating or sealing shall be employed.
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Figure G2. Loop Air Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement
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Figure G4. Room Air Enthalpy Test Method Arrangement
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APPENDIX H. INTEGRATED PART-LOAD

VALUES (IPLV) NORMATIVE
H1
Purpose and Scope.

H1.1
Purpose. This appendix defines Integrated Part Load Value (IPLV) and shows example calculations for
determining Integrated Part-Load Values (IPLV).
H1.2
Scope. This appendix is for equipment covered by this standard.
H2 Part-Load Rating. Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV) is in effect until January 1, 2010. See Appendix D for the
method and calculation of IPLV. Effective January 1, 2010, all units rated in accordance with this standard shall include
an Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER), even if they only have one stage of cooling capacity control.
(All systems) Only systems which are capable of capacity reduction shall be rated at 100% and at three steps of capacity
reduction (close to 75%, 50%, 25%) provided by the manufacturer. These rating points shall be used to calculate the
IPLV (6.2.2). The controls of the variable air volume units may need to be bypassed so the unit may continue to function
and operate at all stages of unloading.
H2.1
Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV). For equipment covered by this standard, the IPLV shall be calculated
as follows:
a.
Determine the capacity and EER at the conditions specified in Table 6.
b.
Determine the part-load factor (PLF) from Figure H1 at each rating point.
c.
Use the following equation to calculate IPLV:
EER EER
EER EER
1
2
2
3
IPLV PLF PLF

PLF PLF

2
2
1
2
2
3
EER
EER
n 1
n
PLF
PLF
PLF EER
2
n
1
n
n
n
(H1)
where:
PLF = Part-load factor determined from Figure 1;
n = Total number of capacity steps;
Subscript 1 = 100% capacity and EER at part-load Rating Conditions;
Subscript 2, 3 etc. = Specific capacity and EER at part-load steps per 6.2.
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H3
General Equation and Definitions of Terms.

EER 2 + EER 3
EER1 + EER 2
IPLV = (PLF1 - PLF2 )
+ ......
+ (PLF2 - PLF3 )
2
2
EER n -1 + EER n
+ (PLFn-1 - PLFn )
+ (PLFn )(EERn )
2
(H2)
where:
PLF = Part-load factor determined from Figure H1;
n = Total number of capacity steps;
Subscript 1 = 100% capacity and EER at part- load Rating Conditions;
Subscript 2, 3, etc. = Specific capacity and EER at part-load steps per 6.3 of this standard.
H4
Calculation Example for a Four Capacity Step System.

H4.1
Assume equipment has four capacity steps as follows:

1
2
3
4
H4.2
100% (full load)

75% of full load
50% of full load
25% of full load
Obtain part-load factors from Figure H1.
H4.3
Obtain EER at each capacity step per 6.3 of AHRI Standard 340/360-2007, formerly ARI Standard
340/360
H4.4
Calculate IPLV using the general equation with:

n = 4
PLF1 =
PLF2 =
PLF3 =
PLF4 =
174
1.0
0.9
0.4
0.1
EER1
EER2
EER3
EER4
=
=
=
=
8.9
7.7
7.1
5.0
Enter the above values in Equation H1:

8.9 + 7.7
7.7 + 7.1
7.1 + 5.0
IPLV = (1.0 - 0.9)
+ (0.9 - 0.4)
+ (0.4 - 0.1)
2
2
2
+ 0.1 x 5.0 = (0.1 x 8.3) + (0.5 x 7.4) + (0.3 x 6.0) + 0.5 = 0.83 + 3.70 + 1.80 + 0.5
IPLV = 6.8 Btu/(Wh)

To further illustrate the calculation process, see the example in Table H1.
Figure H1. Part-Load Factor Example
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Table H1. Example IPLV Calculation (I-P UNITS)

Capacity
Step
% Full
Load
Cap.2
PLF3
100%
1.0
2
3
4
75%
50%
25%
0%
0.9
0.4
0.1
0.0
Avg.
PartLoad
EER
Mfrs.
PartLoad
EER
8.92
=
8.3
7.4
6.0
5.01
-----
PLF Diff.
(1.0 - 0.9) =
0.1
7.7
7.1
5.0
(0.9 - 0.4) =
0.5
(0.4 - 0.1) =
0.3
(0.1 - 0.0) =
0.1
Avg. EER x
PLF Diff. =
Weighted
Avg.
8.3 x 0.1
0.83
7.4 x 0.5
3.70
6.0 x 0.3
1.80
5.01 x 0.1
0.50
Single number
IPLV
6.83*
*Rounded to 6.8
NOTES:
1
For the range between 0% capacity and the last capacity step, use EER of the last capacity step for the average EER.
2
The 100% capacity and EER are to be determined at the part-load Rating Conditions.
3
Part-Load Factor from Figure H1.
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Test Requirements ............................................................................................................6

Rating Requirements .........................................................................................................6

Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings .....................................................26

Operating Requirements ..................................................................................................27

Marking and Nameplate Data .........................................................................................37

Conformance Conditions ................................................................................................37

Classification of VRF Multi-Split Systems ......................................................................5

Values of Standard Capacity Ratings ...............................................................................7

Piping Requirements for Tested Combinations Installation ...........................................12

Conditions for Operating Requirement Tests for Air-cooled Equipment

Operating Conditions for Standard Rating and Performance Operating Tests

IEER Part-Load Rating Conditions ................................................................................22

Uncertainties of Measurement for Indicated Values ......................................................34

Variations Allowed in Capacity Test Readings ..............................................................35

Variations Allowed in Performance Test Readings ........................................................35

Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Test Conditions ......................................................36

Test Room Layout...........................................................................................................13

References Normative ..................................................................................................38

References Informative ................................................................................................38

Test Requirements Normative ...................................................................................126

Heat Recovery Test Method Normative ....................................................................148

Individual Indoor Unit Capacity Tests Normative.....................................................160

Integrated Part-Load Values (IPLV) Normative........................................................173

Sizes of Calorimeter ......................................................................................................131

Simultaneous Heating and Cooling Test Conditions ....................................................148

Variations Allowed During Steady State Cooling And Heating Capacity

Data To Be Recorded During The Indoor Air-Enthalpy Capacity Tests ......................157

Data To Be Recorded For Calorimeter Cooling Capacity Tests...................................157

Data To Be Recorded For Calorimeter Heating Capacity Tests ...................................158

Cooling Capacity Test Conditions ................................................................................159

Pressure Requirement for Comfort Air Conditioners ...................................................161

Cooling Capacity Test Conditions ................................................................................161

Voltages for Capacity and Performance Tests ..............................................................161

Variations Allowed In Heating Capacity Tests When Using

Example IPLV Calculation (I-P UNITS) ......................................................................176

FIGURES FOR APPENDICES

External Static Pressure Measurement..........................................................................127

External Static Pressure Measurements ........................................................................128

Air Static Pressure Drop Measurement for a Coil-Onlay Unit .....................................129

Typical Calibrated Room-Type Calorimeter ................................................................132

Typical Balanced Ambient Room-Type Calorimeter ...................................................132

Calorimeter Energy Flows During Cooling Capacity Tests .........................................134

Calorimeter Energy Flows During Heating Capacity Tests .........................................136

Discharge Chamber Requirements When Using the Indoor