2001 California Energy Code

California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 6

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 Preface
This document is Part 6 of the official 2001 triennial compilation and publication of the adoptions, amendments, and repeal of build-
ing regulations to the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, also referred to as the California Building Standards Code. This part
is known as the California Energy Code.

The California Building Standards Code is published in its entirety every three years by order of the California legislature, with
supplements published in intervening years. The California legislature delegated authority to various state agencies, boards, com-
missions, and departments to create building regulations to implement the state’s statutes. These building standards have the same
force of law, and take effect 180 days after publication, unless otherwise stipulated. The California Building Standards Code applies
to all occupancies throughout the State of California as annotated.

A city, county, or city and county may establish more restrictive building standards reasonably necessary because of local climatic,
geological, or topographical conditions. Findings of the local condition(s) and the adopted local building standard(s) must be filed
with the California Building Standards Commission to become effective and may not be effective sooner than the effective date of
this edition of the California Building Standards Code. Local building standard(s) adopted to be applicable to previous editions of
the California Building Standards Code do not apply to this edition without appropriate adoption and the required filing.

Should you have any questions regarding this code or wish to offer comments toward improving the format, please address your
questions and comments to:

California Building Standards Commission

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Sacramento, CA 95833--2936

Phone: (916) 263--0916

Fax: (916) 263--0959

www.bsc.ca.gov

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 Questions and Interpretations Contact List
2001 California Code of Regulations, Title 24

Board of Corrections Department of Housing and Community Development

Local Adult Jail Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 324--1914 Residential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--9471
Local Juvenile Facility Standards . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 324--1914 A Guide to California Multi--Family Disabled
Access Regulations Available
Through CALBO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 457--1103
California Energy Commission Manufactured Homes, Commercial Coaches, and
Energy Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 772--3300 Permanent Structures in Mobile Home Parks
Building Efficiency Standards (General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--3338
Appliance Efficiency Standards Mobile Homes—Permits & Inspections
Compliance Manual/Forms Northern Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 255--2501
Southern Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (909) 782--4420
Employee Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--9471
California State Library
Construction Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--9617 Department of Industrial Relations, Division of
Occupational Safety and Health
Department of Consumer Affairs—Acupuncture Board Places of Employment and
Office Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 263--2680 Employee Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (415) 703--5100
Elevators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 263--7995
Boiler Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (510) 622--3052
Department of Consumer Affairs—Board of Pharmacy
Pressure Vessels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (510) 622--3052
Pharmacy Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--5014 Asbestos—Industrial Hygienist . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 574--2993

Department of Consumer Affairs—Bureau of Barbering Department of Water Resources

and Cosmetology Gray Water Installations Standards . . . . . . . . . (916) 327--1620
Barber and Beauty Shop and
College Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 327--6250 Department of the Youth Authority
Institutional Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 262--1428
Department of Consumer Affairs—Bureau of Home
Furnishings and Thermal Insulation Division of the State Architect—Access Compliance
Insulation Testing Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 574--2041 Access Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 322--4700
California Accessibility Reference Manual . . . (916) 322--4700
Department of Consumer Affairs—Structural Pest
Control Board Division of the State Architect—Structural Safety
Structural Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 263--2540 Public Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--8100
State-owned Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--8100
Asbestos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--8100
Department of Consumer Affairs—Veterinary
State Building Inspector Information . . . . . . . . (916) 445--8100
Medical Board
Veterinary Hospital Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 263--2610 Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Hospitals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 654--2012
Department of Food and Agriculture Skilled Nursing Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 654--2012
Meat & Poultry Packing Plant Standards . . . . . (916) 654--0504 Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 654--2012
Dairy Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 653--6582 Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 654--3362

Department of Health Services Office of the State Fire Marshal . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--8200
Organized Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 324--2208
Public Swimming Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 324--2208 State Historical Building Safety Board
Asbestos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (415) 540--2134 Alternative Building Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . (916) 445--7627

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

SUBCHAPTER 1 All Occupancies— SUBCHAPTER 4 Nonresidential, High-rise Residential,

General Provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 and Hotel/Motel Occupancies—Mandatory
Section 100 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Requirements for Lighting Systems and
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Section 101 Definitions and Rules of Construction . . 2
Section 130 Lighting Systems and Equipment—
Section 102 Calculation of Source General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Energy Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section 131 Lighting Controls that Must
Section 103 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Be Installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Section 104 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 132 Requirements for Lighting Circuiting . . 34
Section 105 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 133 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Section 106 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 134 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Section 107 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 135 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Section 108 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 136 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Section 109 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Section 137 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
SUBCHAPTER 2 All Occupancies—Mandatory Section 138 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Requirements for the Manufacture, Section 139 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Construction and Installation of Systems,
Equipment and Building Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 SUBCHAPTER 5 Nonresidential, High-rise Residential,
Section 110 Systems and Equipment—General . . . . 13 and Hotel/Motel Occupancies—Performance and
Prescriptive Compliance Approaches for
Section 111 Mandatory Requirements for Appliances Achieving Energy Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Regulated by the Appliance Efficiency Section 140 Choice of Performance and
Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Prescriptive Approaches . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Section 112 Mandatory Requirements for Section 141 Performance Approach:
Space-Conditioning Equipment . . . . . . . 13 Energy Budgets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Section 113 Mandatory Requirements for Section 142 Prescriptive Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Service Water-heating Systems and
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Section 143 Prescriptive Requirements for
Building Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Section 114 Mandatory Requirements for Pool and
Spa Heating Systems and Equipment . . 14 Section 144 Prescriptive Requirements for
Space-conditioning Systems . . . . . . . . . 39
Section 115 Natural Gas Central Furnaces, Cooking
Equipment, and Pool and Spa Heaters: Section 145 Prescriptive Requirements for Service
Pilot Lights Prohibited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Water-heating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Section 116 Mandatory Requirements for Fenestration Section 146 Prescriptive Requirements for
Products and Exterior Doors . . . . . . . . . 14 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Section 117 Mandatory Requirements for Section 147 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Joints and Other Openings . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Section 148 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Section 118 Mandatory Requirements for SUBCHAPTER 6 Nonresidential, High-rise Residential,
Insulation and Cool Roofs . . . . . . . . . . . 15 and Hotel/Motel Occupancies—Additions,
Section 119 Mandatory Requirements for Alterations, and Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Lighting Control Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Section 149 Additions, Alterations, and Repairs to
Existing Buildings that Will Be
SUBCHAPTER 3 Nonresidential, High-rise Residential, Nonresidential, High-rise Residential,
and Hotel/Motel Occupancies—Mandatory and Hotel/Motel Occupancies . . . . . . . . 51
Requirements for Space-conditioning and
Service Water-heating Systems and Equipment . . . . . 27 SUBCHAPTER 7 Low-rise Residential Buildings—
Section 120 Space-conditioning and Service Mandatory Features and Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Water-heating Systems and Section 150 Mandatory Features and Devices . . . . . . 53
Equipment—General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Section 121 Requirements for Ventilation . . . . . . . . . 27 SUBCHAPTER 8 Low-rise Residential Buildings—
Section 122 Required Controls for Performance and Prescriptive Compliance
Approaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Space-conditioning Systems . . . . . . . . . 28
Section 151 Performance and Prescriptive
Section 123 Requirements for Pipe Insulation . . . . . 29
Compliance Approaches . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Section 124 Requirements for Air Distribution
System Ducts and Plenums . . . . . . . . . . 29 SUBCHAPTER 9 Low-rise Residential Buildings—
Section 125 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Additions and Alterations in Existing
Low-rise Residential Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Section 126 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Section 152 Energy Efficiency Standards for
Section 127 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Additions and Alterations in Existing
Section 128 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Buildings that Will Be Low-rise
Section 129 Reserved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Residential Occupancies . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
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APPENDIX 1-A Standards Referenced in Section 6.301 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Energy Efficiency Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Section 6.302 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Chapter 6 Duct Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Section 6.303 Closure Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Section 601 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Section 6.304 Reinforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Section 602 Quality of Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Section 6.305 Fire Dampers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Section 603 Installation of Ducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Section 6.306 Hangers and Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Section 604 Insulation of Ducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Section 6.307 Suitable Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Section 605 Dampers in Duct Systems . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Section 6.308 Connecting, Joining and Splicing
Section 606 Ventilating Ceilings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Flexible Duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Section 607 Under-floor Space Used as Plenums . . . 86
Section 6.309 Supporting Flexible Duct . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Section 608 Shutoff for Smoke Control . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Section 6.310 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Section 609 Product-conveying Duct Systems . . . . . 86
UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Standard 6-3 Standard for Installation of Factory-
made Air Ducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 HISTORY NOTE APPENDIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

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SUBCHAPTER 1
ALL OCCUPANCIES—GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 100 — SCOPE are mechanically heated or mechanically cooled

must meet the requirements of:
(a) Buildings Covered. The provisions of Title 24, Part 6,
apply to all buildings: a. Mandatory measures: The applicable provi-
sions of Sections 120 through 139; and
1. That are of Occupancy Group A, B, E, F, H, M, R or S; and
b. Either:
2. For which an application for a building permit or renewal of
an existing permit is filed (or is required by law to be filed) on or Performance approach: Section 141; or
after the effective date of the provisions, or which are constructed Prescriptive approach: Sections 142 through
by a governmental agency; and 146.
3. That are: C. Semiconditioned nonresidential buildings. Sections
A. Directly or indirectly conditioned by mechanical heat- 119, 130 through 132, and 146 apply to all new uncondi-
ing or mechanical cooling; or tioned buildings within the scope of Section 100 (a).
D. Low-rise residential buildings that are heated or
B. Low-rise residential buildings that are heated with a
mechanically cooled.
wood heater or another nonmechanical heating system;
or i. Sections applicable. Sections 150 through 151
apply to new low-rise residential buildings that are
C. Semiconditioned nonresidential occupancies.
heated or mechanically cooled.
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 100 (a): Qualified historic buildings as
defined in the State Historic Building Code (Title 24, Part 8). ii. Compliance approaches. To comply with Title
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 100 (a): Building departments, at their
24, Part 6, new low-rise residential buildings that
discretion, may exempt temporary buildings or structures erected in re- are heated or mechanically cooled must meet the
sponse to a natural disaster. Temporary buildings or structures shall be requirements of:
completely removed upon the expiration of the time limit stated in the
permit. a. Mandatory measures: The applicable provi-
sions of Sections 110 through 119, and 150; and
(b) Parts of Buildings Regulated. The provisions of Title 24,
Part 6, apply to the building envelope, space-conditioning sys- b. Either:
tems, water-heating systems and lighting systems of buildings Performance approach: Section 151 (a) through
covered by Section 100 (a) as set forth in Table 1-A. (e); or
(c) Floors and Habitable Stories. Prescriptive approach: Sections 151 (a) and (f).
1. Only habitable floors that have at least 50 percent of their EXCEPTION 1 to Section 100 (d) 2 D (ii) (b): Seasonally occu-
volume above grade as defined in the UBC shall be counted in pied agricultural housing limited by state or federal agency contract to
determining how many habitable stories a building has. occupancy not more than 180 days in any calendar year.
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 100 (d) 2 D (ii) (b): Low-rise residential
2. All conditioned space in a floor shall comply with Title 24, buildings that are heated with a wood heater or another nonmechanical
Part 6, whether or not the floor is above grade and whether or not it heating system and that use no energy obtained from depletable
is habitable. sources for lighting or water heating.

(d) Sections Applicable to Particular Buildings. Table 1-A 3. New construction in existing buildings.
and this subsection list the provisions of Title 24, Part 6, that are A. Nonresidential, high-rise residential, and hotel/mo-
applicable to different types of buildings covered by Section 100 tel buildings. Section 149 applies to new construction in
(a). existing buildings that will be nonresidential, high-rise
residential, and hotel/motel occupancies.
1. All buildings. Sections 100 through 109 and 118 apply to all
buildings. B. Semiconditioned nonresidential buildings. Section
149 (b) 3 applies to new construction in an existing semi-
2. New buildings.
conditioned building. If new construction results in
A. All new buildings. Sections 110 through 119 apply to all newly conditioned space, Section 149 (a) shall apply.
new buildings within the scope of Section 100 (a). In C. Low-rise residential buildings. Section 152 applies to
addition, new buildings shall meet the requirements of B new construction in existing buildings that will be low-
or C, as applicable. rise residential occupancies.
B. Nonresidential, high-rise residential, and hotel/mo- 4. Installation of insulation in existing buildings. Section
tel buildings that are mechanically heated or 118 applies to buildings in which insulation is being installed in
mechanically cooled. existing attics, or on existing water heaters or existing space con-
i. Sections applicable. Sections 120 through 146 ditioning ducts.
apply to new nonresidential buildings, high-rise (e) Mixed Occupancy. When a building is designed and
residential buildings, and hotels/motels that are constructed for more than one type of occupancy, the space for
mechanically heated or mechanically cooled. each occupancy shall meet the provisions of Title 24, Part 6, appli-
ii. Compliance approaches. In order to comply with cable to that occupancy.
Title 24, Part 6, new nonresidential buildings, high- EXCEPTION to Section 100 (e): If one occupancy constitutes at
rise residential buildings, and hotels/motels that least 90 percent of the conditioned floor area of the building, the entire

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building may comply with the provisions of Title 24, Part 6 applicable 3. “Shall” is mandatory and “may” is permissive.
to that occupancy, provided that the applicable mandatory measures in
Sections 110 through 139, and 150, are met for each occupancy. (b) Definitions. Terms, phrases, words and their derivatives in
(f) Administrative Requirements. Administrative require- Title 24, Part 6, shall be defined as specified in Section 101.
ments relating to permit requirements, enforcement by the Com- Terms, phrases, words and their derivatives not found in Section
mission, locally adopted energy standards, interpretations, claims 101 shall be defined as specified in Title 24, Part 2, Chapter 2 of
of exemption, approved calculation methods, and rights of appeal the California Code of Regulations. Terms, phrases, words and
are specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 1, their derivatives not found in either Title 24, Part 6, or Chapter 2
Sections 10-101 to 10-112. shall be defined as specified in Title 24, Part 2, Chapter 2 of the
Uniform Building Code. Where terms, phrases, words and their
(g) Certification Requirements for Manufactured Devices. derivatives are not defined in any of the references above, they
Title 24, Part 6, limits the installation of the following manufac- shall be defined as specified in Webster’s Third New International
tured devices to those that have been certified by their manufac- Dictionary of the English Language, Unabridged (1987 edition),
turer to meet or exceed minimum specifications or efficiencies by unless the context requires otherwise.
the Commission.
ACCA is the Air-conditioning Contractors of America.
1. Central air-conditioning heat pumps and other central air ACCESSIBLE is having access thereto, but which first may
conditioners (Sections 111 and 112). require removal or opening of access panels, doors, or similar
2. Combination equipment: space heating and cooling, or obstructions.
space heating and water heating [Section 112 (a) 3]. ADDITION is any change to a building that increases condi-
3. Fenestration products (Section 116). tioned floor area and conditioned volume. See also, “newly condi-
tioned space.”
4. Fluorescent lamp ballasts (Section 111).
AIR-TO-AIR HEAT EXCHANGER is a device which will
5. Gas space heaters (Sections 111 and 112). reduce the heat losses or gains which occur when a building is me-
6. Insulating materials (Section 118). chanically ventilated, by transferring heat between the condi-
7. Lighting control devices (Section 119). tioned air being exhausted and the unconditioned air being
supplied.
8. Oil fired storage water heaters (Section 113).
ALTERATION is any change to a building’s water-heating
9. Other heating and cooling equipment (Sections 111 and system, space-conditioning system, lighting system or envelope
112). that is not an addition.
10. Plumbing fittings (Section 111). ALTERNATIVE CALCULATION METHODS (ACMs)
11. Pool heaters (Section 114). are the commission’s Public Domain Computer Programs, one of
the commission’s Simplified Calculation Methods, or any other
12. Refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers and freezers (Section calculation method approved by the commission.
111).
ANNUAL FUEL UTILIZATION EFFICIENCY (AFUE) is
13. Room air conditioners (Section 111). a measure of the percentage of heat from the combustion of gas or
14. Slab floor perimeter insulation [Section 150 (l)]. oil which is transferred to the space being heated during a year, as
determined using the applicable test method in the Appliance Effi-
15. Water heaters (Section 113). ciency Regulations or Section 112.
The certification status of any such manufactured device may ANNUNCIATED is a visual signaling device that indicates the
be confirmed only by reference to: on, off, or other status of a load.
1. A directory published or approved by the Commission; or ANSI is the American National Standards Institute.
2. A copy of the application for certification from the manufac- APPLIANCE EFFICIENCY REGULATIONS are the regu-
turer and the letter of acceptance from the Commission staff; or lations in Title 20, Sections 1601 et seq. of the California Code of
3. Written confirmation from the publisher of a Commission- Regulations.
approved directory that a device has been certified; or APPROVED BY THE COMMISSION means approval
under Section 25402.1 of the Public Resources Code.
4. A Commission-approved label on the device.
APPROVED CALCULATION METHOD (See “alternative
NOTE to Section 100 (g): Title 24, Part 6, does not require a builder,
designer, owner, operator or enforcing agency to test any certified de- calculation methods.”)
vice to determine its compliance with minimum specifications or effi- ARI is the Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Institute.
ciencies adopted by the Commission.
ASHRAE is the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating
and Air-conditioning Engineers.
SECTION 101 — DEFINITIONS AND RULES OF ASME is the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
CONSTRUCTION
ASTM is the American Society for Testing and Materials.
(a) Rules of Construction. ATRIUM is an opening through two or more floor levels other
1. Where the context requires, the singular includes the plural than enclosed stairways, elevators, hoistways, escalators, plumb-
and the plural includes the singular. ing, electrical, air-conditioning or other equipment, which is
enclosed space and not defined as a mall.
2. The use of “and” in a conjunctive provision means that all
elements in the provision must be complied with, or must exist to AUTOMATIC is capable of operating without human inter-
make the provision applicable. Where compliance with one or vention.
more elements suffices, or where existence of one or more ele- AUTOMATIC TIME SWITCH CONTROL DEVICES are
ments makes the provision applicable, “or” (rather than “and/or”) devices capable of automatically turning loads off and on based on
is used. time schedules.
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BELOW-GRADE WALL is the portion of a wall, enclosing CRAWL SPACE is a space immediately under the first floor of
conditioned space, that is below the grade line. a building adjacent to grade.
BUILDING is any structure or space for which a permit is CTI is the Cooling Tower Institute.
sought. C-VALUE (also known as C-factor) is the time rate of heat flow
BUILDING ENVELOPE is the ensemble of exterior and through unit area of a body induced by a unit temperature differ-
demising partitions of a building that enclose conditioned space. ence between the body surfaces, in Btu (hr. x ft.2 x _F). It is not the
same as K-value or K-factor.
CAPTIVE-KEY OVERRIDE is a type of lighting control in
which the key that activates the override cannot be released when DAYLIT AREA is the space on the floor that is the larger of 1
the lights are in the on position. plus 2, or 3;
CERTIFYING ORGANIZATION is an independent organi- 1. For areas daylit by vertical glazing, the daylit area has a
zation recognized by the commission to certify manufactured length of 15 feet, or the distance on the floor, perpendicular to the
devices for performance values in accordance with procedures glazing, to the nearest 60-inch or higher opaque partition, which-
adopted by the commission. ever is less; and a width of the window plus either 2 feet on each
side, the distance to an opaque partition, or one half the distance to
CHANDELIERS (See “ornamental chandeliers.”) the closest skylight or vertical glazing, whichever is least.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (See “space-conditioning 2. For areas daylit by horizontal glazing, the daylit area is the
system.”) footprint of the skylight plus, in each of the lateral and longitudi-
CLIMATE ZONES are the 16 geographic areas of California nal dimensions of the skylight, the lesser of the floor-to-ceiling
for which the commission has established typical weather data, height, the distance to the nearest 60-inch or higher opaque parti-
prescriptive packages and energy budgets. Climate zone bound- tion, or one half the horizontal distance to the edge of the closest
ary descriptions are in the document “California Climate Zone skylight or vertical glazing.
Descriptions” (July 1995), incorporated herein by reference. Fig- 3. The daylit area calculated using a method approved by the
ure 1-A is an approximate map of the 16 climate zones. commission.
CMC is the 1998 California Mechanical Code prior to the ef- DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE is a gas appliance that is
fective date designated by the California Building Standards designed or installed for visual effect only, cannot burn solid
Commission for the 2000 California Mechanical Code. On and wood, and simulates a fire in a fireplace.
after the effective date designated by the California Building Stan-
dards Commission for the 2000 California Mechanical Code, DEGREE DAY, HEATING, is a unit, based upon temperature
CMC is the 2000 California Mechanical Code. difference and time, used in estimating fuel consumption and
specifying nominal annual heating load of a building. For any one
COEFFICIENT OF PERFORMANCE (COP), COOL- day, when the mean temperature is less than 65_F, there exist as
ING, is the ratio of the rate of net heat removal to the rate of total many degree days as there are Fahrenheit degrees difference in
energy input, calculated under designated operating conditions temperature between the mean temperature for the day and 65_F.
and expressed in consistent units, as determined using the applica- The number of degree days for specific geographical locations are
ble test method in the Appliance Efficiency Regulations or Sec- those listed in the Residential Manual. For those localities not
tion 112. listed in the Residential Manual, the number of degree days is as
COEFFICIENT OF PERFORMANCE (COP), HEATING, determined by the applicable enforcing agency.
is the ratio of the rate of net heat output to the rate of total energy DEMISING PARTITIONS are barriers that separate condi-
input, calculated under designated operating conditions and ex- tioned space from enclosed unconditioned space.
pressed in consistent units, as determined using the applicable test
method in the Appliance Efficiency Regulations or Section 112. DEMISING WALL is a wall that is a demising partition.
COMMISSION is the California State Energy Resources Con- DESIGN CONDITIONS are the parameters and conditions
servation and Development Commission. used to determine the performance requirements of space-condi-
tioning systems. Design conditions for determining design heat-
COMPLETE BUILDING is an entire building with one occu- ing and cooling loads are specified in Section 144 (b) for
pancy making up 90 percent of the conditioned floor area (see also nonresidential, high-rise residential, and hotel/motel buildings
“entire building”). and in Section 150 (h) for low-rise residential buildings.
CONDITIONED FLOOR AREA (CFA) is the floor area (in DESIGN HEAT GAIN RATE is the total calculated heat gain
square feet) of enclosed conditioned space on all floors of a build- through the building envelope under design conditions.
ing, as measured at the floor level of the exterior surfaces of exteri-
or walls enclosing the conditioned space. DESIGN HEAT LOSS RATE is the total calculated heat loss
through the building envelope under design conditions.
CONDITIONED SPACE is space in a building that is either
directly conditioned, indirectly conditioned or semiconditioned. DIRECTLY CONDITIONED SPACE is an enclosed space
that is provided with wood heating, is provided with mechanical
CONDITIONED VOLUME is the total volume (in cubic feet) heating that has a capacity exceeding 10 Btu/(hr.•ft.2), or is pro-
of the conditioned space within a building. vided with mechanical cooling that has a capacity exceeding
COOL ROOF is a roofing material with high solar reflectance 5 Btu/(hr.•ft.2), unless the space-conditioning system is designed
and high emittance that reduces heat gain through the roof. and thermostatically controlled to maintain a process environ-
ment temperature less than 55_F or to maintain a process environ-
COOLING EQUIPMENT is equipment used to provide ment temperature greater than 90_F for the whole space that the
mechanical cooling for a room or rooms in a building. system serves, or unless the space-conditioning system is de-
COVERED PRODUCT is an appliance regulated by the effi- signed and controlled to be incapable of operating at temperatures
ciency standards established under the National Appliance Ener- above 55°F or incapable of operating at temperatures below 90°F
gy Conservation Act, 42 U.S.C., Section 6291 et seq. at design conditions.
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DISPLAY LIGHTING is lighting confined to the area of a dis- under designated operating conditions over a 24-hour use cycle, as
play that provides a higher level of illuminance than the level of determined using the applicable test method in the Appliance Effi-
surrounding ambient illuminance. ciency Regulations.
DISPLAY PERIMETER is the length of an exterior wall in a ENERGY OBTAINED FROM DEPLETABLE SOURCES
Group B; Group F, Division 1; or Group M Occupancy that imme- is electricity purchased from a public utility, or any energy
diately abuts a public sidewalk, measured at the sidewalk level for obtained from coal, oil, natural gas, or liquefied petroleum gases.
each story that abuts a public sidewalk. ENERGY OBTAINED FROM NONDEPLETABLE
DISPLAY, PUBLIC AREA, is an area for the display of art- SOURCES is energy that is not energy obtained from depletable
work, theme displays and architectural surfaces in dining and oth- sources.
er areas of public access, excluding restrooms and separate ENFORCING AGENCY is the city, county, or state agency
banquet rooms. responsible for issuing a building permit.
DISPLAY, SALES FEATURE, is an item or items that ENTIRE BUILDING is the ensemble of all enclosed space in a
requires special highlighting to visually attract attention and that building, including the space for which a permit is sought, plus
is visually set apart from the surrounding area. all existing conditioned and unconditioned space within the
DISPLAY, SALES FEATURE FLOOR, is a feature display structure.
in a retail store, wholesale store or showroom that requires display ENVELOPE means “building envelope.”
lighting.
EXFILTRATION is uncontrolled outward air leakage from
DISPLAY, SALES FEATURE WALL, is the wall display inside a building, including leakage through cracks and inter-
area, in a retail or wholesale space, that is in the vertical plane of stices, around windows and doors, and through any other exterior
permanent walls or partitions, and that is open shelving feature partition or duct penetration.
display or face of internally illuminated transparent feature dis- EXTERIOR DOOR is a door through an exterior partition that
play case within the gross sales wall area. is opaque or has a glazed area that is less than or equal to one half
DUAL-GLAZED GREENHOUSE WINDOWS are a type of of the door area. Doors with a glazed area of more than one half of
dual-glazed fenestration product which adds conditioned volume the door area are treated as a fenestration product.
but not conditioned floor area to a building. EXTERIOR FLOOR/SOFFIT is a horizontal exterior parti-
DUCT SEALING is a procedure for installing a space- tion, or a horizontal demising partition, under conditioned space.
conditioning distribution system that minimizes leakage of condi- For low-rise residential occupancies, exterior floors also include
tioned air. Minimum specifications for installation procedures, those on grade.
materials, diagnostic testing and field verification are contained in EXTERIOR PARTITION is an opaque, translucent or trans-
the Residential and Nonresidential ACM Approval Manuals. parent solid barrier that separates conditioned space from ambient
EAST-FACING is oriented to within 45 degrees of true east, air or space that is not enclosed. For low-rise residential occupan-
including 45_00’00” south of east (SE), but excluding 45_00’00” cies, exterior partitions also include barriers that separate condi-
north of east (NE). tioned space from unconditioned space, or the ground.
ECONOMIZER, AIR, is a ducting arrangement and automat- EXTERIOR ROOF/CEILING is an exterior partition, or a
ic control system that allows a cooling supply fan system to supply demising partition, that has a slope less than 60 degrees from hori-
outside air to reduce or eliminate the need for mechanical cooling. zontal, that has conditioned space below, and that is not an exterior
door or skylight.
ECONOMIZER, WATER, is a system by which the supply air
of a cooling system is cooled directly or indirectly by evaporation EXTERIOR ROOF/CEILING AREA is the area of the exte-
of water, or other appropriate fluid, in order to reduce or eliminate rior surface of exterior roof/ceilings.
the need for mechanical cooling. EXTERIOR WALL is any wall or element of a wall, or any
EFFECTIVE APERTURE (EA) is (1) for windows, the vis- member or group of members, which defines the exterior bound-
ible light transmittance (VLT) times the window wall ratio; and aries or courts of a building and which has a slope of 60 degrees or
(2) for skylights, the well index times the VLT times the skylight greater with the horizontal plane. An exterior wall or partition is
area times 0.85 divided by the gross exterior roof area. not an exterior floor/soffit, exterior door, exterior roof/ceiling,
window, skylight or demising wall.
EFFICACY is the ratio of light from a lamp to the electrical
power consumed (including ballast losses), expressed in lumens EXTERIOR WALL AREA is the area of the opaque exterior
per watt. surface of exterior walls.
ENCLOSED SPACE is space that is substantially surrounded FENESTRATION PRODUCT is any transparent or translu-
by solid surfaces. cent material plus any sash, frame, mullions and dividers, in the
envelope of a building, including, but not limited to, windows,
ENERGY BUDGET is the maximum amount of source energy sliding glass doors, french doors, skylights, curtain walls, garden
that a proposed building, or portion of a building, can be designed windows, and other doors with a glazed area of more than one half
to consume, calculated with the approved procedures specified in of the door area.
Title 24, Part 6.
FENESTRATION SYSTEM means a collection of fenestra-
ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATIO (EER) is the ratio of net tion products included in the design of a building. (See “fenestra-
cooling capacity (in Btu/hr.) to total rate of electrical energy (in tion product.”)
watts), of a cooling system under designated operating conditions, FIELD-FABRICATED FENESTRATION PRODUCT OR
as determined using the applicable test method in the Appliance EXTERIOR DOOR is a fenestration product or exterior door
Efficiency Regulations or Section 112. whose frame is made at the construction site of standard dimen-
ENERGY FACTOR (EF) is the ratio of energy output to ener- sional lumber or other materials that were not previously cut, or
gy consumption of a water heater, expressed in equivalent units, otherwise formed with the specific intention of being used to fab-
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ricate a fenestration product or exterior door. Field fabricated does HEATING EQUIPMENT is equipment used to provide me-
not include site-assembled frame components that were manufac- chanical heating for a room or rooms in a building.
tured elsewhere with the intention of being assembled on site HEATING SEASONAL PERFORMANCE FACTOR
(such as knocked-down products, sunspace kits and curtain (HSPF) is the total heating output of a heat pump (in Btu) during
walls). its normal use period for heating divided by the total electrical en-
FIREPLACE is a hearth and firechamber or similar prepared ergy input (in watt-hours) during the same period, as determined
place in which a solid-fuel fire may be burned, as defined in UBC using the applicable test method in the Appliance Efficiency Reg-
Section 3102.2 and as further clarified in UBC Section 3102.7; ulations.
these include, but are not limited to, factory-built fireplaces, ma- HI is the Hydronics Institute.
sonry fireplaces, and masonry heaters.
HIGH BAY is a space with luminaires 25 feet or more above
FLOOR/SOFFIT TYPE is a floor/soffit assembly having a the floor.
specific heat capacity, framing type, and U-factor. HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING is a building, oth-
FRAMED PARTITION or ASSEMBLY is a partition or as- er than a hotel/motel, of occupancy Group R, Division 1 with four
sembly constructed using separate structural members spaced not or more habitable stories.
more than 32 inches on center. HORIZONTAL GLAZING (See “skylight.”)
GAS HEATING SYSTEM is a natural gas or liquefied petro- HOTEL/MOTEL is a building or buildings incorporating six
leum gas heating system. or more guest rooms or a lobby serving six or more guest rooms,
where the guest rooms are intended or designed to be used, or
GAS LOG is a self-contained, free-standing, open-flame, gas- which are used, rented, or hired out to be occupied, or which are
burning appliance consisting of a metal frame or base supporting occupied for sleeping purposes by guests, and all conditioned
simulated logs, and designed for installation only in a vented fire- spaces within the same building envelope. Hotel/motel also in-
place. cludes all conditioned spaces which are (1) on the same property
GENERAL LIGHTING is lighting designed to provide a sub- as the hotel/motel, (2) served by the same central heating, ventilat-
stantially uniform level of illumination throughout an area, exclu- ing, and air-conditioning system as the hotel/motel, and (3) inte-
sive of any provision for special visual tasks or decorative effect. grally related to the functioning of the hotel/motel as such,
When designed for lower-than-task illuminance used in conjunc- including, but not limited to, exhibition facilities, meeting and
tion with other specific task lighting systems, it is also called “am- conference facilities, food service facilities, lobbies and laun-
bient” lighting. dries.
GLAZING (See “fenestration product.”) HVAC SYSTEM (See “space-conditioning system.”)
GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY is any public agency or sub- ICBO is the International Conference of Building Officials.
division thereof, including, but not limited to, any agency of the ILLUMINATED FACE is a side of an exit sign that has the
state, a county, a city, a district, an association of governments, or a word “EXIT” on it.
joint power agency. INDIRECTLY CONDITIONED SPACE is enclosed space,
GROSS EXTERIOR ROOF AREA is the sum of the skylight including, but not limited to, unconditioned volume in atria, that
area and the exterior roof/ceiling area. (1) is not directly conditioned space; and (2) either (a) has an area-
weighted heat transfer coefficient to directly conditioned space
GROSS EXTERIOR WALL AREA is the sum of the window exceeding that to the outdoors or to unconditioned space, or (b) is a
area, door area and exterior wall area. space through which air from directly conditioned spaces is trans-
GROSS SALES FLOOR AREA is the total area (in square ferred at a rate exceeding three air changes per hour.
feet) of retail store floor space that is (1) used for the display and INFILTRATION is uncontrolled inward air leakage from out-
sale of merchandise; or (2) associated with that function, includ- side a building or unconditioned space, including leakage through
ing, but not limited to, sales transactions areas, fitting rooms, and cracks and interstices, around windows and doors, and through
circulation areas and entry areas within the space used for display any other exterior or demising partition or pipe or duct penetra-
and sale. tion.
GROSS SALES WALL AREA is the area (in square feet) of INTEGRATED PART LOAD VALUE (IPLV) is a single-
the inside of exterior walls and permanent full-height interior number figure of merit based on part load EER or COP expressing
partitions within the gross sales floor area of a retail store that is part load efficiency for air-conditioning and heat pump equipment
used for the presentation of merchandise for sale, less the area of on the basis of weighted operation at various load capacities for
openings, doors, windows, baseboards, wainscots, mechanical or the equipment as determined using the applicable test method in
structural elements, and other obstructions preventing the use of the Appliance Efficiency Regulations or Section 112.
the area for the presentation of merchandise. ISOLATION DEVICE is a device that prevents the condition-
HABITABLE STORY is a story that contains space in which ing of a zone or group of zones in a building while other zones of
humans may work or live in reasonable comfort, and that has at the building are being conditioned.
least 50 percent of its volume above grade. LOW BAY is a space with luminaires less than 25 feet above
the floor.
HEAT CAPACITY (HC) of an assembly is the amount of heat
necessary to raise the temperature of all the components of a unit LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING is a building, other
area in the assembly 1_F. It is calculated as the sum of the average than a hotel/motel that is of Occupancy Group R, Division 1, and is
thickness times the density times the specific heat for each compo- three stories or less, or that is of Occupancy R, Division 3.
nent, and is expressed in Btu per square foot per _F. LPG is liquefied petroleum gas.
HEAT PUMP is a device that is capable of heating by refrigera- LUMINAIRE is a complete lighting unit consisting of a lamp
tion, and that may include a capability for cooling. and the parts designed to distribute the light, to position and pro-
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tect the lamp, and to connect the lamp to the power supply; com- NFRC 400 is the National Fenestration Rating Council docu-
monly referred to as “lighting fixtures” or “instruments.” ment entitled “NFRC 400: Procedure for Determining Fenestra-
tion Product Air Leakage.” (1995 or January 2002)3
MANUAL is capable of being operated by personal interven-
tion. NONRESIDENTIAL BUILDING is any building which is a
Group A, B, E, F, H, M or S Occupancy.
MANUFACTURED DEVICE is any heating, cooling, ven- NOTE:Requirements forhigh-rise residential buildings and hotels/
tilation, lighting, water heating, refrigeration, cooking, plumbing motels are included in the nonresidential sections of Title 24, Part 6.
fitting, insulation, door, fenestration product, or any other ap-
pliance, device, equipment, or system subject to Sections 110 NONRESIDENTIAL MANUAL is the manual developed by
through 119 of Title 24, Part 6. the commission, under Section 25402.1 (e) of the Public Re-
sources Code, to aid designers, builders and contractors in meet-
MANUFACTURED FENESTRATION PRODUCT is a fen- ing the energy efficiency requirements for nonresidential,
estration product typically assembled before delivery to a job site. high-rise residential, and hotel/motel buildings.
A “knocked-down” or partially assembled product sold as a fenes- NORTH-FACING is oriented to within 45 degrees of true
tration product must be considered a manufactured fenestration north, including 45_00’00” east of north (NE), but excluding
product and meet the rating and labeling requirements for 45_00’00” west of north (NW).
manufactured fenestration products.
OCCUPANCY SENSOR, LIGHTING, is a device that auto-
MECHANICAL COOLING is lowering the temperature matically turns lights off soon after an area is vacated.
within a space using refrigerant compressors or absorbers, desic-
OCCUPANCY TYPE is one of the following:
cant dehumidifiers, or other systems that require energy from de-
pletable sources to directly condition the space. In nonresidential, Auditorium is the part of a public building where an audience
high-rise residential, and hotel/motel buildings, cooling of a space sits in fixed seating, or a room, area, or building with fixed seats
by direct or indirect evaporation of water alone is not considered used for public meetings or gatherings not specifically for the
mechanical cooling. viewing of dramatic performances.
MECHANICAL HEATING is raising the temperature within Auto repair is the portion of a building used to repair automo-
a space using electric resistance heaters, fossil fuel burners, heat tive equipment and/or vehicles, exchange parts, and may in-
pumps, or other systems that require energy from depletable clude work using an open flame or welding equipment.
sources to directly condition the space. Bank/financial institution is an area in a public establish-
ment used for conducting financial transactions including the
MODELING ASSUMPTIONS are the conditions (such as custody, loan, exchange, or issue of money, for the extension of
weather conditions, thermostat settings and schedules, internal credit, and for facilitating the transmission of funds.
gain schedules, etc.) that are used for calculating a building’s Classroom, lecture, or training is a room or area where an
annual energy consumption and that are in the Alternative Cal- audience or class receives instruction.
culation Methods Manuals.
Commercial and industrial storage is a room, area, or
MOVABLE SHADING DEVICE (See “operable shading de- building used for storing items.
vice.”) Convention, conference, multipurpose and meeting cen-
MULTISCENE DIMMING SYSTEM is a lighting control ters is an assembly room, area, or building that is used for meet-
device that has the capability of setting light levels throughout a ings, conventions and multiple purposes, including, but not
continuous range, and that has pre-established settings within the limited to, dramatic performances, and that has neither fixed
range. seating nor fixed staging.
Corridor is a passageway or route into which compartments
NEWLY CONDITIONED SPACE is any space being con- or rooms open.
verted from unconditioned to directly conditioned or indirectly Dining is a room or rooms in a restaurant or hotel/motel (other
conditioned space, or any space being converted from semicondi-
than guest rooms) where meals that are served to the customers
tioned to directly conditioned or indirectly conditioned space.
will be consumed.
Newly conditioned space must comply with the requirements for
an addition. See Section 149 for nonresidential occupancies and Electrical/mechanical room is a room in which the build-
Section 152 for residential occupancies. ing’s electrical switchbox or control panels, and/or HVAC con-
trols or equipment is located.
NFRC 100 is the National Fenestration Rating Council docu- Exercise center/gymnasium is a room or building equipped
ment entitled “NFRC 100: Procedure for Determining Fenestra- for gymnastics, exercise equipment, or indoor athletic activi-
tion Product U--factors.” (1997 or November 2002; NFRC 100 ties.
includes procedures for site-built fenestration formerly included Exhibit is a room or area that is used for exhibitions that has
in a separate document, NFRC 100-SB)1 neither fixed seating nor fixed staging.
NFRC 200 is the National Fenestration Rating Council docu- General commercial and industrial work is a room, area, or
ment entitled “NFRC 200: Procedure for Determining Fenestra- building in which an art, craft, assembly or manufacturing op-
tion Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficients at Normal Incidence.” eration is performed.
(1995 or November 2002)2 High bay: Luminaires 25 feet or more above the floor.
1Either the 1997 edition or the November 2002 edition may be used for product rating prior to April 1, 2004. Product ratings authorized by NFRC prior to April 1,
2004 are valid for the full certification period. Beginning April 1, 2004, only the November 2002 edition may be used for new product rating.
2Either the 1995 edition or the November 2002 edition may be used for product rating prior to April 1, 2004. Product ratings authorized by NFRC prior to April 1,
2004 are valid for the full certification period. Beginning April 1, 2004, only the November 2002 edition may be used for new product rating.
3Either the 1995 edition or the January 2002 edition may be used for product rating prior to April 1, 2004. Product ratings authorized by NFRC prior to April 1, 2004.
Product ratings authorized by NFRC prior to April 1, 2004 are valid for the full certification period. Beginning April 1, 2004, only the January 2002 edition may be
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Low bay: Luminaires less than 25 feet above the floor. secondary to the function of an occupancy that is listed in these
Grocery store is a room, area, or building that has as its pri- regulations.
mary purpose the sale of foodstuffs requiring additional prepa- Theater, motion picture, is an assembly room, a hall, or a
ration prior to consumption. building with tiers of rising seats or steps for the showing of mo-
Hotel function area is a hotel room or area such as a hotel tion pictures.
ballroom, meeting room, exhibit hall or conference room, to- Theater, performance, is an assembly room, a hall, or a
gether with prefunction areas and other spaces ancillary to its building with tiers of rising seats or steps for the viewing of dra-
function. matic performances, lectures, musical events and similar live
performances.
Hotel lobby is the contiguous spaces in a hotel/motel be-
tween the main entrance and the front desk, including waiting Vocational room is a room used to provide training in a spe-
and seating areas, and other spaces encompassing the activities cial skill to be pursued as a trade.
normal to a hotel lobby function. Wholesale showroom is a room where samples of merchan-
dise are displayed.
Kitchen/food preparation is a room or area with cooking fa-
OPERABLE SHADING DEVICE is a device at the interior or
cilities and/or an area where food is prepared.
exterior of a building or integral with a fenestration product,
Laundry is a place where laundering activities occur. which is capable of being operated, either manually or automati-
Library is a repository for literary materials, such as books, cally, to adjust the amount of solar radiation admitted to the interi-
periodicals, newspapers, pamphlets and prints, kept for reading or of the building.
or reference. OPTIMAL OVERHANG is an overhang that completely
Locker/dressing room is a room or area for changing cloth- shades the glazing at solar noon on August 21 and substantially
ing, sometimes equipped with lockers. exposes the glass at solar noon on December 21.
Lounge/recreation is a room used for leisure activities which ORNAMENTAL CHANDELIERS are ceiling-mounted,
may be associated with a restaurant or bar. close-to-ceiling, or suspended decorative luminaires that use
Main entry lobby/reception/waiting is the lobby of a build- glass, crystal, ornamental metals or other decorative material and
ing that is directly located by the main entrance of the building that typically are used in hotels/motels, restaurants, or churches as
and includes the reception area, sitting areas, and public areas. significant elements in the interior architecture.
Malls, arcades and atria are public passageways or con- OUTDOOR AIR (Outside air) is air taken from outdoors and
courses that provide access to rows of stores or shops. not previously circulated in the building.
Medical and clinical care is a room, area, or building that OVERALL HEAT GAIN is the value obtained in Section 143
does not provide overnight patient care and that is used to pro- (b) 2 for determining compliance with the component envelope
mote the condition of being sound in body or mind through med- approach.
ical, dental, or psychological examination and treatment, OVERALL HEAT LOSS is the value obtained in Section 143
including, but not limited to, laboratories and treatment facili- (b) 1 for determining compliance with the component envelope
ties. approach.
Museum is a space in which works of artistic, historical, or POOR QUALITY LIGHTING TASKS are visual tasks that
scientific value are cared for and exhibited. require illuminance category E or greater, because of the choice of
Office is a room, area or building of UBC Group B Occupan- a writing or printing method that produces characters that are of
cy other than restaurants. small size or lower contrast than good quality alternatives that are
Precision commercial or industrial work is a room, area, or regularly used in offices.
building in which an art, craft, assembly or a manufacturing op- PRIVATE OFFICE or WORK AREA is an office bounded by
eration is performed involving visual tasks of small size or fine 30-inch or higher partitions and is no more than 200 square feet.
detail such as electronic assembly, fine woodworking, metal PROCESS is an activity or treatment that is not related to the
lathe operation, fine hand painting and finishing, egg processing space conditioning, lighting, service water heating, or ventilating
operations, or tasks of similar visual difficulty. of a building as it relates to human occupancy.
Reception/waiting area is an area where customers or clients PROCESS LOAD is a load resulting from a process.
are greeted prior to conducting business.
PUBLIC AREAS are spaces generally open to the public at
Religious worship is a room, area, or building for worship. large, customers or congregation members, or similar spaces
Restaurant is a room, area, or building that is a food estab- where occupants need to be prevented from controlling lights for
lishment as defined in Section 27520 of the Health and Safety safety, security or business reasons.
Code. PUBLIC FACILITY RESTROOM is a restroom designed
Restroom is a room or suite of rooms providing personal fa- for use by the public.
cilities such as toilets and washbasins.
RADIANT BARRIER is any reflective material that has an
Retail and sales is a room, area, or building in which the pri- emittance of 0.05 or less, tested in accordance with ASTM
mary activity is the sale of merchandise. C-1371-98 or ASTM E 408-71 (1996) e1, and is certified to the
School is a building or group of buildings that is predominate- California Department of Consumer Affairs as required by CCR,
ly classrooms and that is used by an organization that provides Title 24, Part 12, Chapter 12-13, Standards for Insulating Material.
instruction to students. RAISED FLOOR is a floor (partition) over a crawl space, or an
Stairs, active/inactive is a series of steps providing passage unconditioned space, or ambient air.
from one level of a building to another. READILY ACCESSIBLE is capable of being reached quickly
Support area is a room or area used as a passageway, utility for operation, repair or inspection, without requiring climbing or
room, storage space, or other type of space associated with or removing obstacles, or resorting to access equipment.
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RECOOL is the cooling of air that has been previously heated SERVICE WATER HEATING is heating of water for sanitary
by space-conditioning equipment or systems serving the same purposes for human occupancy, other than for comfort heating.
building. SHADING is the protection from heat gains because of direct
RECOVERED ENERGY is energy used in a building that (1) solar radiation by permanently attached exterior devices or build-
is mechanically recovered from space conditioning, service water ing elements, interior shading devices, glazing material, or ad-
heating, lighting, or process equipment after the energy has per- herent materials. Permanently attached means (a) attached with
formed its original function; (2) provides space conditioning, ser- fasteners that require additional tools to remove (as opposed to
vice water heating, or lighting; and (3) would otherwise be wasted. clips, hooks, latches, snaps or ties); or (b) required by the UBC for
emergency egress to be removable from the interior without the
REDUCED FLICKER OPERATION is the operation of a use of tools.
light, in which the light has a visual flicker less than 30 percent for
frequency and modulation. SHADING COEFFICIENT (SC) is the ratio of the solar heat
gain through a fenestration product to the solar heat gain through
REHEAT is the heating of air that has been previously cooled an unshaded 1/8-inch-thick clear double strength glass under the
by cooling equipment or systems or an economizer. same set of conditions. For nonresidential, high-rise residential
RELATIVE SOLAR HEAT GAIN is the ratio of solar heat and hotel/motel buildings, this shall exclude the effects of mul-
gain through a fenestration product (corrected for external shad- lions, frames, sashes, and interior and exterior shading devices.
ing) to the incident solar radiation. Solar heat gain includes direct- SITE-ASSEMBLED FENESTRATION includes both field-
ly transmitted solar heat and absorbed solar radiation, which is fabricated fenestration and site-built fenestration.
then reradiated, conducted, or convected into the space. SITE-BUILT FENESTRATION PRODUCTS are fenestra-
REPAIR is the reconstruction or renewal of any part of an exist- tion products designed to be field-glazed or field assembled units
ing building for the purpose of its maintenance. Note: Repairs to comprised of specified framing and glazing components. Site-
low-rise residential buildings are not within the scope of these built fenestration is eligible for certification under NFRC 100 and
standards. may include both vertical glazing and horizontal glazing.
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING (See “high-rise residential SITE SOLAR ENERGY is natural daylighting, or thermal,
building” and “low-rise residential building.”) chemical, or electrical energy derived from direct conversion of
incident solar radiation at the building site.
RESIDENTIAL MANUAL is the manual developed by the SKYLIGHT is glazing having a slope less than 60 degrees
commission, under Section 25402.1 of the Public Resources from the horizontal with conditioned space below.
Code, to aid designers, builders, and contractors in meeting ener-
gy efficiency standards for low-rise residential buildings. SKYLIGHT AREA is the area of the surface of a skylight, plus
the area of the frame, sash and mullions.
ROOF/CEILING TYPE is a roof/ceiling assembly having a
specific framing type and U-factor. SKYLIGHT TYPE is a type of skylight assembly having a
specific solar heat gain coefficient, and U-factor whether glass
ROOM CAVITY RATIO (RCR) is: mounted on a curb, glass not mounted on a curb or plastic (as-
5H (L + W) sumed to be mounted on a curb).
(a) For rectangular rooms SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT (SHGC) is the ratio
LW
or of the solar heat gain entering the space through the fenestration
area to the incident solar radiation. Solar heat gain includes direct-
(b) For irregular-shaped rooms 2.5H × P ly transmitted solar heat and absorbed solar radiation, which is
A then reradiated, conducted, or convected into the space.
WHERE: SOURCE ENERGY is the energy that is used at a site and con-
L = length of room. sumed in producing and in delivering energy to a site, including,
W = width of room. but not limited to, power generation, transmission and distribution
losses, and that is used to perform a specific function, such as
H = vertical distance from the work plane to the center line of
space conditioning, lighting or water heating. Table 1-B contains
the lighting fixture. the conversion factors for converting site to source energy.
P = perimeter of room. SOUTH-FACING is oriented to within 45 degrees of true
A = area of room. south, including 45_00’00” west of south (SW), but excluding
RUNOUT is piping that is no more than 12 feet long and that is 45_00’00” east of south (SE).
connected to a fixture or an individual terminal unit. SPA is a vessel that contains heated water in which humans can
SCONCE is a wall-mounted decorative light fixture. immerse themselves, is not a pool, and is not a bathtub.
SEASONAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATIO (SEER) SPACE-CONDITIONING SYSTEM is a system that pro-
means the total cooling output of a central air conditioner in Btu vides either collectively or individually heating, ventilating, or
during its normal usage period for cooling divided by the total cooling within or associated with conditioned spaces in a building.
electrical energy input in watt-hours during the same period, as SMACNA is the Sheet Metal and Air-conditioning Contractors
determined using the applicable test method in the Appliance Effi- National Association.
ciency Regulations. SYSTEM is a combination of equipment, controls, accessories,
SEMICONDITIONED SPACE is an enclosed nonresidential interconnecting means, or terminal elements by which energy is
space that is provided with wood heating, cooling by direct or indi- transformed to perform a specific function, such as space condi-
rect evaporation of water, mechanical heating that has a capacity tioning, service water heating, or lighting.
of 10 Btu/(hr⋅ft2) or less, mechanical cooling that has a capacity TASK-ORIENTED LIGHTING is lighting that is designed
of 5 Btu/(hr⋅ft2) or less, or is maintained for a process environ- specifically to illuminate a task location, and that is generally con-
ment as set forth in the definition of “directly conditioned space.” fined to the task location.
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THERMAL MASS is solid or liquid material used to store heat WALL TYPE is a wall assembly having a specific heat capac-
for later heating use or for reducing cooling requirements. ity, framing type, and U-factor.
THERMAL RESISTANCE (R) is the resistance of a material WELL INDEX is the ratio of the amount of visible light leav-
or building component to the passage of heat in (hr. x ft.2 x ing a skylight well to the amount of visible light entering the sky-
_F)/Btu. light well and is calculated as follows:
THERMOSTATIC EXPANSION VALVE (TXV) is a refrig- (a) For rectangular wells:
erant metering valve, installed in an air conditioner or heat pump,
which controls the flow of liquid refrigerant entering the evapora-
tor in response to the superheat of the gas leaving it.
THROW DISTANCE is the distance between the luminaire
Well2 height (well length + well width)
× well length × well width

and the center of the plane lit by the luminaire on a display.
TUNING is a lighting control device that allows authorized
personnel only to select a single light level within a continuous or
range. (b) For irregular-shaped wells:
UBC is the 1997 edition of the state-adopted Uniform Building
CodeTM. Well height × well perimeter
4 × well area

ULr is the Underwriters Laboratoriesr.
Where the length, width, perimeter, and area are measured at the
UMC is the 1997 edition of the state-adopted Uniform Mechan- bottom of the well, and R is the weighted average reflectance of
ical CodeTM. the walls of the well.
UNCONDITIONED SPACE is enclosed space within a build- WEST-FACING is oriented to within 45 degrees of true west,
ing that is not directly conditioned, indirectly conditioned or semi- including 45_00’00” north of due west (NW), but excluding
conditioned space. 45_00’00” south of west (SW).
UNIT INTERIOR MASS CAPACITY (UIMC) is the WINDOW is glazing that is not a skylight.
amount of effective heat capacity per unit of thermal mass, taking WINDOW AREA is the area of the surface of a window, plus
into account the type of mass material, thickness, specific heat, the area of the frame, sash, and mullions.
density and surface area.
WINDOW TYPE is a window assembly having a specific so-
U-FACTOR is the overall coefficient of thermal transmittance lar heat gain coefficient, relative solar heat gain, and U-factor.
of a construction assembly, in Btu/(hr. ¡ ft.2 ¡ _F), including air film
resistance at both surfaces. WINDOW WALL RATIO is the ratio of the window area to
the gross exterior wall area.
VAPOR BARRIER is a material that has a permeance of one
perm or less and that provides resistance to the transmission of wa- WOOD HEATER is an enclosed wood-burning appliance
ter vapor. used for space heating and/or domestic water heating, and which
meets the definition in Federal Register, Volume 52, Number 32,
VARIABLE AIR VOLUME (VAV) SYSTEM is a space-con- February 18, 1987.
ditioning system that maintains comfort levels by varying the vol-
ume of conditioned air to the zones served. WOOD STOVE (See “wood heater.”)
ZONE, LIGHTING, is a space or group of spaces within a
VERTICAL GLAZING (See “window.”)
building that has sufficiently similar requirements so that lighting
VERY VALUABLE MERCHANDISE are rare or precious can be automatically controlled in unison throughout the zone by
objects, including, but not limited to, jewelry, coins, small art ob- an illumination-controlling device or devices, and does not ex-
jects, crystal, china, ceramics, or silver, the selling of which in- ceed one floor.
volves customer inspection of very fine detail from outside of a ZONE, SPACE-CONDITIONING, is a space or group of
locked case. spaces within a building with sufficiently similar comfort condi-
VISIBLE LIGHT TRANSMITTANCE (VLT) is the ratio tioning requirements so that comfort conditions, as specified in
(expressed as a decimal) of visible light that is transmitted through Section 144 (b) 3 or 150 (h), as applicable, can be maintained
a glazing material to the light that strikes the material. throughout the zone by a single controlling device.

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FIGURE 1-A

Climate Zones
for Residential and
Nonresidential Occupancies

FIGURE 1-A—CLIMATE ZONES

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TABLE 1-B

SECTION 102 — CALCULATION OF SOURCE SECTION 105 — Reserved.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION
When calculating source energy consumption, consumption of SECTION 106 — Reserved.
electricity, natural gas, fuel oil and LPG shall be converted to Btu
at the rates shown in Table 1-B. SECTION 107 — Reserved.

SECTION 103 — Reserved. SECTION 108 — Reserved.

SECTION 104 — Reserved. SECTION 109 — Reserved.

TABLE 1-A—APPLICATION OF STANDARDS

ADDITIONS/
BUILDING TYPE MANDATORY PERFORMANCE PRESCRIPTIVE ALTERATIONS

All Occupancies 100 through 109 and 118 — — —

Nonresidential, high-rise
residential, and hotels/motels
All 102, 110 through 139 141 142 through 146 149
Envelope — 141 143 149
Mechanical 120 through 129 141 144 and 145 149
Lighting 130 through 139 141 146 149
Semi-conditioned nonresidential 119, 130 through 139 — 146 149 (b) 3
buildings of an occupancy group
listed in Section 100
Low-rise residential 102, 110 through 118 and 150 151 (a) through (e) 151 (a), (f) 152

TABLE 1-B—SOURCE ENERGY CONVERSION RATES

ENERGY SOURCE BTU PER UNIT CONSUMPTION

Electricity 10,239 Btu/kilowatt-hour

Natural gas 100,000 Btu/therm
Fuel oil 138,400 Btu/gallon
LPG 91,080 Btu/gallon

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SUBCHAPTER 2
ALL OCCUPANCIES—MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR
THE MANUFACTURE, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF SYSTEMS,
EQUIPMENT AND BUILDING COMPONENTS

SECTION 110 — SYSTEMS AND 2. If more than one test method is listed in Tables 1-C1 through
EQUIPMENT—GENERAL 1-C7, the equipment shall comply with the applicable standard
when tested with each test method; and
Sections 111 through 119 establish requirements for the manufac- 3. Where equipment can serve more than one function, such as
ture, construction and installation of certain systems, equipment both heating and cooling, or both space heating and water heating,
and building components that are installed in buildings regulated it shall comply with all the requirements applicable to each func-
by Title 24, Part 6. Systems, equipment and building components tion; and
listed below may be installed only if:
4. Where a requirement is for equipment rated at its “maximum
(a) The manufacturer has certified that the system, equipment or rated capacity” or “minimum rated capacity,” the capacity shall be
building component complies with the applicable manufacture as provided for and allowed by the controls, during steady-state
provisions of Sections 111 through 119; and operation.
(b) The system, equipment or building component complies 5. Dates shown in column headings in Tables 1-C1 through
with the applicable installation provisions of Sections 111 through 1-C7 indicate new efficiency levels are required for equipment
119. manufactured on and after October 29, 2001.
No system, equipment or building component covered by the EXCEPTION to Section 112 (a): Water-cooled centrifugal water-
chilling packages that are not designed for operation at ARI Standard
provisions of Sections 111 through 119 that is not certified or that 550 test conditions of 44°F leaving chilled water temperature and 85°F
fails to comply with the applicable installation requirements may entering condenser water temperature shall have a minimum full load
be installed in a building regulated by Title 24, Part 6. COP and IPLV rating as shown in Tables 1-C8, 1-C9, and 1-C10. The
table values are only applicable over the following full load design
The systems, equipment and building components covered are: ranges:
Appliances regulated by the Appliance Efficiency Regulations Leaving Chiller Water Temperature 40 to 48°F
(Section 111). Entering Condenser Water Temperature 75 to 85°F
Other space-conditioning equipment (Section 112). Condensing Water Temperature Rise 5 to 15°F
Other service water-heating systems and equipment (Section (b) Controls for Heat Pumps with Supplementary Electric
113). Resistance Heaters. Heat pumps with supplementary electric
Pool and spa heating systems and equipment (Section 114). resistance heaters shall have controls:
Gas appliances (Section 115). 1. That prevent supplementary heater operation when the heat-
Doors, windows and fenestration products (Section 116). ing load can be met by the heat pump alone; and
Joints and other openings (Section 117). 2. In which the cut-on temperature for compression heating is
Insulation and cool roofs (Section 118). higher than the cut-on temperature for supplementary heating, and
Lighting control devices (Section 119). the cut-off temperature for compression heating is higher than the
cut-off temperature for supplementary heating.
EXCEPTION to Section 112 (b): The controls may allow supple-
SECTION 111 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR mentary heater operation during:
APPLIANCES REGULATED BY THE APPLIANCE A. Defrost; and
EFFICIENCY REGULATIONS B. Transient periods such as start-ups and following room thermo-
stat setpoint advance, if the controls provide preferential rate control,
Any appliance for which there is a California standard established intelligent recovery, staging, ramping or another control mechanism
in the Appliance Efficiency Regulations may be installed only if designed to preclude the unnecessary operation of supplementary
the manufacturer has certified to the commission, as specified in heating.
those regulations, that the appliance complies with the applicable (c) Gas- and Oil-Fired Furnace Standby Loss Controls.
standard for that appliance. See Appendix 1-A for availability of Gas-fired and oil-fired forced-air furnaces with input ratings
directories of certified appliances. ²225,000 Btu/hr shall also have an intermittent ignition or inter-
rupted device (IID), and have either power venting or a flue damp-
er. A vent damper is an acceptable alternative to a flue damper for
SECTION 112 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR furnaces where combustion air is drawn from the conditioned
SPACE-CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT space. All furnaces with input ratings ²225,000 Btu/hr, including
electric furnaces, that are not located within the conditioned space
Certification by Manufacturers. Any space-conditioning shall have jacket losses not exceeding 0.75 percent of the input rat-
equipment listed in this section may be installed only if the man- ing.
ufacturer has certified that the equipment complies with all the
applicable requirements of this section.
SECTION 113 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR
(a) Efficiency. Equipment shall meet the applicable require- SERVICE WATER-HEATING SYSTEMS AND
ments of Tables 1-C1 through 1-C7, subject to the following: EQUIPMENT
1. If more than one standard is listed in Tables 1-C1 through (a) Certification by Manufacturers. Any service water-heat-
1-C7, the equipment shall meet all the standards listed; and ing system or equipment may be installed only if the manufacturer
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has certified that the system or equipment complies with all of the SECTION 114 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR
requirements of this subsection for that system or equipment. POOL AND SPA HEATING SYSTEMS AND
1. Temperature controls for service water-heating systems. EQUIPMENT
Service water-heating systems shall be equipped with automatic (a) Certification by Manufacturers. Any pool or spa heating
temperature controls capable of adjustment from the lowest to the system or equipment may be installed only if the manufacturer has
highest acceptable temperature settings for the intended use as certified that the system or equipment has all of the following:
listed in Table 3, Chapter 45 of the 1995 ASHRAE Handbook, 1. Efficiency. A thermal efficiency for gas-fired systems of at
HVAC Applications Volume. least 78 percent, when tested according to ANSI Standard
EXCEPTION to Section 113 (a) 1: Residential occupancies. Z21.56-1994; and
(b) Efficiency. Equipment shall meet the applicable require- 2. On-off switch. A readily accessible on-off switch, mounted
ments of Table 1-C11, subject to the following: on the outside of the heater that allows shutting off the heater with-
1. If more than one standard is listed in Table 1-C11, the equip- out adjusting the thermostat setting; and
ment shall meet all the standards listed; and 3. Instructions. A permanent, easily readable, and weather-
2. If more than one test method is listed in Table 1-C11, the proof plate or card that gives instruction for the energy efficient
equipment shall comply with the applicable standard when tested operation of the pool or spa and for the proper care of pool or spa
with each test method; and water when a cover is used; and
4. Electric resistance heating. No electric resistance heating;
3. Where equipment can serve more than one function, such as and
both heating and cooling, or both space heating and water heating,
EXCEPTIONS 1 to Section 114 (a) 4: Listed package units with
it shall comply with all the requirements applicable to each func-
fully insulated enclosures, and with tight-fitting covers that are insu-
tion; and lated to at least R-6.
4. Where a requirement is for equipment rated at its “maximum EXCEPTION 2 to Section 114 (a) 4: Pools or spas deriving at least
rated capacity” or “minimum rated capacity,” the capacity shall be 60 percent of the annual heating energy from site solar energy or recov-
as provided for and allowed by the controls, during steady-state ered energy.
operation. 5. Pilot light. No pilot light.
5. Dates shown in column headings in Table 1-C11 indicate (b) Installation. Any pool or spa heating system or equipment
new efficiency levels are required for equipment manufactured on shall be installed with all of the following:
and after October 29, 2001. 1. Piping. At least 36 inches of pipe between the filter and the
heater to allow for the future addition of solar heating equipment;
(c) Installation. Any service water-heating system or equip-
and
ment may be installed only if the system or equipment complies
with all of the applicable requirements of this subsection for the 2. Covers. A cover for outdoor pools or outdoor spas; and
system or equipment. EXCEPTION to Section 114 (b) 2: Pools or spas deriving at least
60 percent of the annual heating energy from site solar energy or recov-
1. Outlet temperature controls. On systems that have a total ered energy.
capacity greater than 167,000 Btu/hr., outlets that require higher 3. Directional inlets and time switches for pools. If the sys-
than service water temperatures as listed in the 1995 ASHRAE tem or equipment is for a pool:
Handbook, HVAC Applications Volume, shall have separate re-
mote heaters, heat exchangers, or boosters to supply the outlet A. The pool shall have directional inlets that adequately mix
with the higher temperature. the pool water; and
2. Pumps for circulating systems. Circulating service water- B. The circulation pump shall have a time switch that allows
heating systems shall have a control capable of automatically the pump to be set to run in the off-peak electric demand period,
turning off the circulating pump when hot water is not required. and for the minimum time necessary to maintain the water in the
condition required by applicable public health standards.
EXCEPTION to Section 113 (c) 2: Residential occupancies.
EXCEPTION to Section 114 (b) 3 B: Where applicable public
3. Temperature controls for public lavatories. The controls health standards require on-peak operation.
shall limit the outlet temperature to 110_F.
4. Insulation. Unfired service water heater storage tanks and SECTION 115 — NATURAL GAS CENTRAL
backup tanks for solar water-heating systems shall have: FURNACES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND POOL AND
SPA HEATERS: PILOT LIGHTS PROHIBITED
A. External insulation with an installed R-value of at least
R-12; or Any natural gas system or equipment listed below may be
installed only if it does not have a continuously burning pilot light:
B. Internal and external insulation with a combined R-
value of at least R-16; or (a) Fan-type central furnaces.
(b) Household cooking appliances.
C. The heat loss of the tank surface based on an 80_F
water-air temperature difference shall be less than 6.5 EXCEPTION to Section 115 (b): Household cooking appliances
without an electrical supply voltage connection and in which each pilot
Btu per hour per square foot. consumes less than 150 Btu/hr.
5. Service water heaters in state buildings. Any new build- (c) Pool heaters.
ing constructed by the State shall derive its service water heating (d) Spa heaters.
from a system that provides at least 60 percent of the energy need-
ed for service water heating from site solar energy or recovered
energy. SECTION 116 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR
FENESTRATION PRODUCTS AND EXTERIOR DOORS
EXCEPTION to Section 113 (c) 5: Buildings for which the state
architect determines that service water heating from site solar energy (a) Certification of Fenestration Products and Exterior
or recovered energy is economically or physically infeasible. Doors. Any fenestration product and exterior door, other than
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field-fabricated fenestration products and field-fabricated exteri- SECTION 117 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR
or doors, may be installed only if the manufacturer has certified to JOINTS AND OTHER OPENINGS
the commission, or if an independent certifying organization ap-
proved by the commission has certified, that the product complies Joints and other openings in the building envelope that are poten-
with all of the applicable requirements of this subsection. tial sources of air leakage shall be caulked, gasketed, weather-
stripped, or otherwise sealed to limit infiltration and exfiltration.
1. Air leakage. Manufactured fenestration products and exte-
rior doors shall have air infiltration rates not exceeding 0.3 cfm/ft2
of window area, 0.3 cfm/ft2 of door area for residential doors, SECTION 118 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR
0.3 cfm/ft2 of door area for nonresidential single doors (swinging INSULATION AND COOL ROOFS
and sliding), and 1.0 cfm/ft2 for nonresidential double doors (a) Certification by Manufacturers. Any insulation of the
(swinging), when tested according to NFRC-400 or ASTM E type and form listed below may be installed only if the manufac-
283-91 at a pressure differential of 75 pascals or 1.57 pounds/ft2, turer has certified that the insulation complies with the California
incorporated herein by reference. Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 12, Chapter 12-13, Standards
for Insulating Material. See Appendix 1-A for availability of di-
2. U-factor and SHGC. Fenestration products shall: rectories of certified insulating material.

A. Be certified for overall U-factor as rated in accordance TYPE FORM

with NFRC 100 and be certified for overall SHGC, as Aluminum foil Reflective foil
rated in accordance with NFRC 200, incorporated here- Cellular glass Board form
in by reference, or such values shall be certified in accor-
Cellulose fiber Loose fill and spray applied
dance with Tables 1-D and 1-E and labeled as set forth in
Section 10-111; and Mineral aggregate Board form
Mineral fiber Blankets, board form, loose fill
B. Have a temporary label or label certificate (for site-built Perlite Loose fill
products) meeting the requirements of Section 10-111 Phenolic Board form
(a) 1, not to be removed before inspection by the en- Polystyrene Board form, molded extruded
forcement agency, listing the certified U-factor and Polyurethane Board form and field applied
SHGC, and certifying that the air leakage requirements
Polyisocyanurate Board form and field applied
of Section 116 (a) 1 are met for each product line; and
Urea formaldehyde Foam field applied
C. Have a permanent label or label certificate (for site--built Vermiculite Loose fill
products) meeting the requirements of Section 10-111
(a) 2 if the product is rated using NFRC procedures. (b) Installation of Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation.
Urea formaldehyde foam insulation may be applied or installed
EXCEPTION to Section 116 (a): Fenestration products removed only if:
and reinstalled as part of a building alteration or addition.
1. It is installed in exterior side walls; and
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 116 (a) 2: Site-assembled vertical glaz-
ing in buildings covered by the nonresidential standards with less than 2. A 4-mil-thick plastic polyethylene vapor barrier or equiva-
100,000 square feet of conditioned floor area or less than 10,000 square lent plastic sheeting vapor barrier is installed between the urea
feet of vertical glazing shall have U-factors determined in accordance formaldehyde foam insulation and the interior space in all applica-
with NFRC 100 procedures or default values set forth in Appendix I of tions.
the Nonresidential ACM Manual. Temporary and permanent labels are
not required. (c) Flamespread Rating. All insulating material shall be
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 116 (a) 2: Site-assembled vertical glaz- installed in compliance with the flamespread rating and smoke
ing in buildings covered by the nonresidential standards shall have density requirements of Section 707 of the UBC.
SHGC values determined in accordance with NFRC 100 procedures or
shall calculate the SHGC value for each vertical glazing as: (d) Installation of Insulation in Existing Buildings. Insula-
tion installed in an existing attic, or on an existing duct or water
SHGC = 0.08 + 0.86 x SHGCc heater, shall comply with the applicable requirements of this sub-
WHERE: section. If a contractor installs the insulation, the contractor shall
SHGC = the solar heat gain coefficient for the fenestration, in- certify to the customer, in writing, that the insulation meets the
cluding glass and frame. applicable requirements of this subsection.
SHGCc = the center of glass solar heat gain coefficient for the glass 1. Attics. If insulation is installed in the existing attic of a
alone as documented in the glazing manufacturer’s liter- low-rise residential building, the R-value of the total amount of
ature. Documentation shall be provided as set forth in insulation (after addition of insulation to the amount, if any, al-
Appendix I of the Nonresidential ACM Manual.
ready in the attic) shall be at least R-30 if the building is located in
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 116 (a) 2: Skylights and site-assembled an area that has less than 5,000 heating degree days, or R-38 if the
horizontal glazing shall have SHGC values and U-factors determined building is located in an area that has 5,000 heating degree days or
in accordance with NFRC procedures or default values set forth in Ap-
pendix I of the Nonresidential ACM Manual. Documentation shall be more.
provided as set forth in Appendix Iof the Nonresidential ACM Manual. EXCEPTION to Section 118 (d) 1: Where the accessible space in
(b) Installation of Field-fabricated Fenestration Products the attic is not large enough to accommodate the required R-value, the
entire accessible space shall be filled with insulation provided such in-
and Exterior Doors. Field-fabricated fenestration products and stallation does not violate Section 1505.3 of Title 24, Part 2.
exterior doors shall be caulked between the fenestration products
or exterior door and the building, and shall be weatherstripped. 2. Water heaters. If external insulation is installed on an exist-
ing unfired water storage tank or on an existing back-up tank for a
EXCEPTION to Section 116 (b): Unframed glass doors and fire solar water-heating system, it shall have an R-value of at least
doors. R-12, or the heat loss of the tank surface based on an 80_F
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water-air temperature difference shall be less than 6.5 Btu per hour 2. Have program backup capabilities that prevent the loss of
per square foot. the device’s program and time setting for at least 10 hours if power
3. Ducts. If insulation is installed on an existing space- is interrupted.
conditioning duct, it shall comply with Section 604 of the CMC1. (d) Occupant-sensing Devices. Occupant-sensing devices
shall be capable of automatically turning off all the lights in an
(e) Demising Walls in Nonresidential Buildings. The opaque
area no more than 30 minutes after the area has been vacated. In
portions of framed demising walls in nonresidential buildings
addition, ultrasonic and microwave devices shall have a built-in
shall have insulation with an installed R-value of no less than R-11
mechanism that allows calibration of the sensitivity of the device
between framing members.
to room movement in order to reduce the false sensing of
(f) Mandatory Requirements for Cool Roofs. Effective Jan- occupants, and shall comply with either Item 1 or 2 below, as
uary 1, 2003, a roof shall be considered a cool roof if the roofing applicable:
product is certified and labeled according to requirements of Sec-
1. If the device emits ultrasonic radiation as a signal for sensing
tion 10-113 and if the roofing product meets condition 1or 2 and,
occupants within an area, the device shall:
for liquid-applied roofing products, condition 3 below. Prior to
January 1, 2003, manufacturer’s published performance data shall A. Have had a Radiation Safety Abbreviated Report sub-
be acceptable to show compliance with condition 1 or 2 and, for mitted to the Center for Devices and Radiological
liquid-applied roofing products, condition 3 below. Health, Federal Food and Drug Administration, under
21 Code of Federal Regulations, Section 1002.12
1. Concrete tile (as defined in ASTM C 55-99) and clay tile (as (1996), and a copy of the report shall have been sub-
defined in ASTM C 1167-96) roofing products shall have a mini- mitted to the California Energy Commission; and
mum initial total solar reflectance of 0.40 when tested in accor-
dance with ASTM E 903 or E 1918, and a minimum thermal B. Emit no audible sound; and
emittance of 0.75 when tested in accordance with ASTM E 408. C. Not emit ultrasound in excess of the following decibel
2. All other roofing products shall have a minimum initial total (dB) values, measured no more than 5 feet from the
solar reflectance of 0.70 when tested in accordance with ASTM E source, on axis:
903 or E 1918, and a minimum thermal emittance of 0.75 when
tested in accordance with ASTM E 408. MIDFREQUENCY OF SOUND
PRESSURE THIRD-OCTAVE BAND
MAXIMUM dB LEVEL WITHIN
THIRD-OCTAVE BAND
(in kHz) (in dB reference 20 micropascals)
3. Liquid-applied roofing products shall be applied at a mini-
Less than 20 80
mum dry mil thickness of 20 mils across the entire roof surface,
and meet the minimum performance requirements of ASTM 20 or more to less than 25 105
D6083-97 when tested in accordance with ASTM D 6083-97 for 25 or more to less than 31.5 110
the following key properties: 31.5 or more 115
A. Initial Tensile Strength
2. If the device emits microwave radiation as a signal for sens-
B. Initial Elongation ing occupants within the area, the device shall:
C. Elongation after 1,000 Hours Accelerated Weathering A. Comply with all applicable provisions in 47 Code of
D. Permeance Federal Regulations, Parts 2 and 15 (1996), and have an
approved Federal Communications Commission Identi-
E. Accelerated Weathering fier that appears on all units of the device and that has
been submitted to the commission; and
SECTION 119 — MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR B. Not emit radiation in excess of 1 milliwatt per square
LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES centimeter measured at no more than 5 centimeters from
the emission surface of the device; and
Any automatic time switch control device, occupant-sensing
device, automatic daylighting control device, or interior photocell C. Have permanently affixed to it installation instructions
sensor device may be installed only if the manufacturer has certi- recommending that it be installed at least 12 inches from
fied to the commission that the device complies with all of the any area normally used by room occupants.
applicable requirements of Subsections (a) through (g), and if the (e) Automatic Daylighting Control Devices. Automatic day-
device is installed in compliance with Subsection (h). lighting control devices shall:
(a) All Devices: Instructions for Installation and Calibra- 1. Be capable of reducing the light output of the general light-
tion. The manufacturer shall provide step-by-step instructions for ing of the controlled area by at least one half while maintaining a
installation and start-up calibration of the device. uniform level of illuminance throughout the area; and
(b) All Devices: Status Signal. The device shall have an indica- 2. If the device is a dimmer, provide electrical outputs to lamps
tor that visibly or audibly informs the device operator that it is for reduced flicker operation through the dimming range and
operating properly, or that it has failed or malfunctioned. without causing premature lamp failure; and
EXCEPTION to Section 119 (b): Photocell sensors or other de- 3. If the device is a stepped dimming system, incorporate time-
vices where a status signal is infeasible because of inadequate power. delay circuits to prevent cycling of light level changes of less than
(c) Automatic Time Switch Control Devices. Automatic time three minutes; and
switch control devices shall: 4. If the device uses step switching with separate on and off set-
1. Be capable of programming different schedules for week- tings for the steps, have sufficient separation (deadband) of on and
days and weekends; and off points to prevent cycling; and
1On and after the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2000 CMC, duct insulation shall comply with Section 605 of
the 2000 CMC.

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5. Have provided by the manufacturer step-by-step instruc- 1. The device shall be installed in accordance with the man-
tions for installation and start-up calibration to design footcandle ufacturer’s instructions; and
levels.
2. Automatic daylighting control devices shall:
(f) Interior Photocell Sensor Devices. Interior photocell sen-
sors shall not have a mechanical slide cover or other device that A. Be installed so that automatic daylighting control
permits easy unauthorized disabling of the control, and shall not devices control only luminaires within the daylit area;
be incorporated into a wall-mounted occupant-sensing device. and
(g) Installation in Accordance with Manufacturer’s B. Have photocell sensors that are either ceiling mounted
Instructions. If an automatic time switch control device, occu- or located so that they are accessible only to authorized
pant-sensing device, automatic daylighting control device, or in- personnel, and that are located so that they maintain ade-
terior photocell sensor device is installed, it shall comply with quate illumination in the area according to the designer’s
both Items 1 and 2 below. or manufacturer’s instructions.

TABLE 1-C1—ELECTRICALLY OPERATED UNITARY AIR CONDITIONERS AND CONDENSING UNITS —

MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
EFFICIENCY PRIOR TO
EQUIPMENT TYPE SIZE CATEGORY 10/29/20011 EFFICIENCY AS OF 10/29/20011 TEST PROCEDURE
Air conditioners, air cooled ≥65,000 Btu/hr and 8.9 EER and 10.3 EER2 ARI 210/240
< 135,000 Btu/hr 8.3 IPLV
≥135,000 Btu/hr and 8.5 EER and 9.7 EER2 ARI 340/360
< 240,000 Btu/hr 7.5 IPLV
≥ 240,000 Btu/hr and 8.5 EER and 9.5 EER2 and
<760,000 Btu/hr 7.5 IPLV 9.7 IPLV2
≥760,000 Btu/hr 8.2 EER and 9.2 EER2 and
7.5 IPLV 9.4 IPLV2
Air conditioners, water and > 65,000 Btu/hr and 10.5 EER and 11.5 EER2 ARI 210/240
p y cooled
evaporatively < 135,000 Btu/hr 9.7 IPLV
≥135,000 Btu/hr and 9.6 EER and 11.0 EER2 ARI 340/360
≤240,000 Btu/hr 9.0 IPLV
> 240,000 Btu/hr 9.6 EER and 11.0 EER2 and
9.0 IPLV 10.3 IPLV2
Condensing units, air cooled ≥135,000 Btu/hr 9.9 EER and 10.1 EER and ARI 365
11.0 IPLV 11.2 IPLV
Condensing units, water ≥135,000 Btu/hr 12.9 EER and 13.1 EER and
or evaporatively cooled 12.9 IPLV 13.1 IPLV
1IPLVs are applicable only to equipment with capacity modulation.
2Deduct 0.2 from the required EERs and IPLVs for units with a heating section other than electric resistance heat.

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TABLE 1-C2

TABLE 1-C2—UNITARY AND APPLIED HEAT PUMPS, ELECTRICALLY OPERATED — MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
SUBCATEGORY OR EFFICIENCY PRIOR TO EFFICIENCY AS OF
EQUIPMENT TYPE SIZE CATEGORY RATING CONDITION 10/29/2001 10/29/20011 TEST PROCEDURE

Air cooled ≥65,000 Btu/hr and Split system and 8.9 EER 10.1 EER2 ARI 210/240
((cooling
g mode)) < 135,000 Btu/hr single package 8.3 IPLV
≥135,000 Btu/hr and Split system and 8.5 EER 9.3 EER2 ARI 340/360
<240,000 Btu/hr single package 7.5 IPLV
≥240,000 Btu/hr and Split system and 8.5 EER 9.0 EER2
<760,000 Btu/hr single package 7.5 IPLV 9.2 IPLV2
≥760,000 Btu/hr Split system and 8.2 EER 9.0 EER2
single package 7.5 IPLV 9.2 IPLV2
Water-source < 17,000
, Btu/hr
/ 85_F entering water 10.0 EER ARI 320
( li mode)
(cooling d )
86_F entering water 11.2 EER ARI/ISO-13256-1
≥ 17,000 Btu/hr and 85_F entering water 10.0 EER ARI 320
<65,000 Btu/hr 86_F entering water 12.0 EER ARI/ISO-13256-1
≥65,000 Btu/hr and 85_F entering water 10.5 EER ARI 320
< 135,000 Btu/hr 86_F entering water 12.0 EER ARI/ISO-13256-1
Groundwater-source < 135,000 Btu/hr 70_F entering water 11.0 EER ARI 325
( li mode)
(cooling d )
59_F entering water 16.2 EER ARI/ISO-13256-1
Ground source < 135,000 Btu/hr 77_F entering water N/A 13.4 EER ARI/ISO-13256-1
(cooling mode)
Air cooled ≥65,000 Btu/hr and 47_F db/43_F wb 3.0 COP 3.2 COP ARI 210/240
((heating
g mode)) ,
< 135,000 Btu/hr outdoor air
( li capacity)
(cooling it )

≥135,000 Btu/hr 47_F db/43_F wb 2.9 COP 3.1 COP ARI 340/360
(cooling capacity) outdoor air
Water-source < 135,000 Btu/hr 70_F entering water 3.8 COP ARI 320
(h ti mode)
(heating d )
(cooling capacity) 68_F entering water 4.2 COP ARI/ISO-13256-1
Groundwater-source < 135,000 Btu/hr 70_F entering water 3.5 COP ARI 325
(h ti mode)
(heating d )
(cooling capacity) 50_F entering water 3.6 COP ARI/ISO-13256-1
Ground source < 135,000 Btu/hr 32_F entering water N/A 3.1 COP ARI/ISO-13256-1
(heating mode) (cooling capacity)
1IPLVs and Part load rating conditions are applicable only to equipment with capacity modulation.
2Deduct 0.2 from the required EERs and IPLVs for units with a heating section other than electric resistance heat.

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TABLE 1-C4

TABLE 1-C3—WATER CHILLING PACKAGES — MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

EFFICIENCY PRIOR TO
EQUIPMENT TYPE SIZE CATEGORY 10/29/2001 EFFICIENCY AS OF 10/29/2001 TEST PROCEDURE

Air cooled, with condenser, < 150 tons 2.70 COP

y operated
electrically p 2.80 IPLV 2.80 COP
≥150 tons 2.50 COP 2.80 IPLV ARI 550
2.50 IPLV or
ARI 590
Air cooled, All capacities 3.10 COP 3.10 COP as appropriate
without condenser, 3.20 IPLV 3.10 IPLV
electrically operated
Water cooled, electrically All capacities 3.80 COP 4.20 COP ARI 590
operated, positive displacement
operated
(reciprocating) 3.90 IPLV 4.65 IPLV
Water cooled,, < 150 tons 3.80 COP 4.45 COP
electrically
l t i ll operated,
t d
positive displacement 3.90 IPLV 4.50 IPLV ARI 550
((rotary
y screw and scroll)) or
≥150 tons and 4.20 COP 4.90 COP ARI 590
< 300 tons 4.50 IPLV 4.95 IPLV as appropriate
≥300 tons 5.20 COP 5.50 COP
— 5.30 IPLV 5.60 IPLV
Water cooled, electrically < 150 tons 3.80 COP 5.00 COP
operated,
p , centrifugal
g 3.90 IPLV 5.00 IPLV
≥150 tons and 4.20 COP 5.55 COP
< 300 tons 4.50 IPLV 5.55 IPLV ARI 550

≥300 tons 5.20 COP 6.10 COP

— 5.30 IPLV 6.10 IPLV
Air cooled absorption All capacities N/A 0.60 COP
single effect
Water cooled absorption All capacities N/A 0.70 COP
single effect
ARI 560
Absorption double effect, All capacities N/A 1.00 COP
indirect-fired N/A 1.05 IPLV
Absorption double effect, All capacities N/A 1.00 COP
direct-fired N/A 1.00 IPLV

TABLE 1-C4—PACKAGED TERMINAL AIR CONDITIONERS AND PACKAGED TERMINAL HEAT PUMPS —
MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
SIZE
CATEGORY SUBCATEGORY OR EFFICIENCY PRIOR TO EFFICIENCY AS OF
EQUIPMENT TYPE (Input) RATING CONDITION 10/29/2001 1 10/29/20011 TEST PROCEDURE

PTAC (cooling mode) All capacities 95_F db outdoor air 10.0 - (0.16 x Cap/1000)1 12.5 - (0.213 x Cap/1000)1
new construction EER EER
PTAC (cooling mode) All capacities 95_F db outdoor air 10.0 - (0.16 x Cap/1000)1 10.9 - (0.213 x Cap/1000)1
replacements2 EER EER
PTHP (cooling mode) All capacities 95_F db outdoor air 10.0 - (0.16 x Cap/1000)1 12.3 - (0.213 x Cap/1000)1
new construction EER EER
ARI 310/380
PTHP (cooling mode) All capacities 95_F db outdoor air 10.0 - (0.16 x Cap/1000)1 10.8 - (0.213 x Cap/1000)1
replacements2 EER EER
PTHP (heating mode) All capacities 2.9 - (0.026 x Cap/1000)1 3.2 - (0.026 x Cap/1000)1
new construction COP COP
PTHP (heating mode) All capacities 2.9 - (0.026 x Cap/1000)1 2.9 - (0.026 x Cap/1000)1
replacements2 COP COP
1Cap means the rated cooling capacity of the product in Btu/hr. If the unit’s capacity is less than 7000 Btu/hr, use 7000 Btu/hr in the calculation. If the unit’s capacity is
greater than 15,000 Btu/hr, use 15,000 Btu/hr in the calculation.
2Replacement units must be factory labeled as follows: “MANUFACTURED FOR REPLACEMENT APPLICATIONS ONLY; NOT TO BE INSTALLED IN
NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.” Replacement efficiencies apply only to units with existing sleeves less than 16 inches high and less than 42 inches wide.

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TABLE 1-C5 2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
TABLE 1-C7

TABLE 1-C5—WARM-AIR FURNACES AND COMBINATION WARM-AIR FURNACES/AIR-CONDITIONING UNITS,

WARM-AIR DUCT FURNACES AND UNIT HEATERS — MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
SIZE CATEGORY SUBCATEGORY OR RATING EFFICIENCY PRIOR TO EFFICIENCY AS OF
EQUIPMENT TYPE (Input) CONDITION 10/29/20011 10/29/2001 TEST PROCEDURE
Warm-air furnace, ≥225,000 Btu/hr Maximum capacity 80% Et 80% Ec2 ANSI Z21.47
gas-fired Minimum capacity3 78% Et
Warm-air furnace, ≥225,000 Btu/hr Maximum capacity 81% Et 81% Et1 UL 727
oil-fired Minimum capacity3 81% Et
Warm-air duct furnaces, All capacities Maximum capacity 80% Et 80% Ec2 ANSI Z83.9
gas-fired Minimum capacity3 75% Et
Warm-air unit heaters, All capacities Maximum capacity 80% Et 80% Ec2 ANSI Z83.8
gas-fired Minimum capacity3 74% Et
Warm-air unit heaters, All capacities Maximum capacity 81% Et 80% Ec2 UL 731
oil-fired Minimum capacity3 81% Et
1E = Thermal efficiency. See test procedure for detailed discussion.
t
2E = Combustion efficiency (100% less flue losses). See test procedure for detailed discussion.
c
3Minimum ratings as provided for and allowed by unit’s controls.

TABLE 1-C6—BOILERS, GAS- AND OIL-FIRED — MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

SUBCATEGORY OR EFFICIENCY PRIOR TO EFFICIENCY AS OF
EQUIPMENT TYPE5 SIZE CATEGORY RATING CONDITION 10/29/20014 10/29/2001 TEST PROCEDURE

Boilers, gas-fired ≥300,000 Btu/hr and Maximum capacity1 80% Ec2 75% Et 3 H.I. Htg Boiler
≤ 2,500,000 Btu/hr Minimum capacity1 80% Ec2 Standard
> 2,500,000 Btu/hr5 Hot water 80% Ec2 80% Ec2
> 2,500,000 Btu/hr5 Steam 80% Ec 2 80% Ec2
Boilers, oil-fired ≥300,000 Btu/hr and Maximum capacity1 83% Ec2 78% Et3 H.I. Htg Boiler
≤ 2,500,000 Btu/hr Minimum capacity1 83% Ec2 Standard
> 2,500,000 Btu/hr5 Hot water 83% Ec2 83% Ec2
> 2,500,000 Btu/hr5 Steam 83% Ec2 83% Ec2
Oil-fired (residual) ≥300,000 Btu/hr and Maximum capacity1 83% Ec2 78% Et3 H.I. Htg Boiler
≤2,500,000 Btu/hr Minimum capacity1 83% Ec2 Standard
> 2,500,000 Btu/hr5 Hot water 83% Ec2 83% Ec2
> 2,500,000 Btu/hr5 Steam 83% Ec2 83% Ec2
1Minimum and maximum ratings as provided for and allowed by the unit’s controls.
2E = Combustion efficiency (100% less flue losses). See test procedure for detailed information.
c
3E = Thermal efficiency. See test procedure for detailed information.
t
4Alternate test procedures used at the manufacturer’s option are ASME PTC-4.1 for units over 5,000,000 Btu/hr input, or ANSI Z21.13 for units greater than or equal
to 300,000 Btu/hr and less than or equal to 2,500,000 Btu/hr input.
5These requirements apply to boilers with rated input of 8,000,000 Btu/hr or less that are not packaged boilers, and to all packaged boilers

TABLE 1-C7—PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR HEAT REJECTION EQUIPMENT

TOTAL SYSTEM HEAT REJECTION
CAPACITY AT RATED SUBCATEGORY OR RATING PERFORMANCE REQUIRED AS OF
EQUIPMENT TYPE CONDITIONS CONDITION 10/29/20011, 2 TEST PROCEDURE
Propeller or axial fan All 95_F entering water ≥38.2 gpm/hp CTI ATC-105
cooling towers 85_F leaving water and
78_F wb outdoor air CTI STD-201
Centrifugal fan All 95_F entering water ≥ 20.0 gpm/hp CTI ATC-105
cooling towers 85_F leaving water and
78_F wb outdoor air CTI STD-201
Air-cooled condensers All 125_F
125 F condensing temperature ≥176,000 Btu/hr⋅hp ARI 460
R22 test fluid
190_F enteringg gas
g temperature
p
15_F subcooling
b li
95_F entering drybulb
1For purposes of this table, cooling tower performance is defined as the maximum flow rating of the tower divided by the fan nameplate rated motor power.
2For purposes of this table air-cooled condenser performance is defined as the heat rejected from the refrigerant divided bythe fan nameplate rated motor power.

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2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE TABLE 1-C8
TABLE 1-C8

TABLE 1-C8—COPS AND IPLVS FOR NONSTANDARD CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS < 150 TONS
CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS < 150 Tons
COPstd = 5.4
Condenser Flow Rate
2 gpm/ton 2.5 gpm/ton 3 gpm/ton 4 gpm/ton 5 gpm/ton 6 gpm/ton
Leaving Chilled Entering LIFT1
W t
Water C d
Condenser (_F) R
Required
i d COP and
d IPLV (IPLV
(IPLV=COP)
COP)
Temperature (_F) Water
Temperature (_F)
46 75 29 6.00 6.27 6.48 6.80 7.03 7.20
45 75 30 5.92 6.17 6.37 6.66 6.87 7.02
44 75 31 5.84 6.08 6.26 6.53 6.71 6.86
43 75 32 5.75 5.99 6.16 6.40 6.58 6.71
42 75 33 5.67 5.90 6.06 6.29 6.45 6.57
41 75 34 5.59 5.82 5.98 6.19 6.34 6.44
40 75 35 5.50 5.74 5.89 6.10 6.23 6.33
46 80 34 5.59 5.82 5.98 6.19 6.34 6.44
45 80 35 5.50 5.74 5.89 6.10 6.23 6.33
44 80 36 5.41 5.66 5.81 6.01 6.13 6.22
43 80 37 5.31 5.57 5.73 5.92 6.04 6.13
42 80 38 5.21 5.48 5.64 5.84 5.95 6.04
41 80 39 5.09 5.39 5.56 5.76 5.87 5.95
40 80 40 4.96 5.29 5.47 5.67 5.79 5.86
46 85 39 5.09 5.39 5.56 5.76 5.87 5.95
45 85 40 4.96 5.29 5.47 5.67 5.79 5.86
44 85 41 4.83 5.18 5.40 5.59 5.71 5.78
43 85 42 4.68 5.07 5.28 5.50 5.62 5.70
42 85 43 4.51 4.94 5.17 5.41 5.54 5.62
41 85 44 4.33 4.80 5.05 5.31 5.45 5.53
40 85 45 4.13 4.65 4.92 5.21 5.35 5.44
Condenser DT2 14.04 11.23 9.36 7.02 5.62 4.68
1LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature
2Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (_F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (_F)
Kadj = 6.1507 - 0.30244(X) + 0.0062692(X)2 - 0.000045595(X)3
where X = Condenser DT + LIFT
COPadj = Kadj * COPstd

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TABLE 1-C9

TABLE 1-C9—COPS AND IPLVS FOR NONSTANDARD CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS > 150 TONS, ≤ 300 TONS
CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS > 150 Tons, ≤ 300 Tons
COPstd = 5.55
Condenser Flow Rate
2 gpm/ton 2.5 gpm/ton 3 gpm/ton 4 gpm/ton 5 gpm/ton 6 gpm/ton
Leaving Chilled Entering LIFT1
W t
Water C d
Condenser (_F) R
Required
i d COP and
d IPLV (IPLV
(IPLV=COP)
COP)
Temperature (_F) Water
Temperature (_F)
46 75 29 6.17 6.44 6.66 6.99 7.23 7.40
45 75 30 6.08 6.34 6.54 6.84 7.06 7.22
44 75 31 6.00 6.24 6.43 6.71 6.9 7.05
43 75 32 5.91 6.15 6.33 6.58 6.76 6.89
42 75 33 5.83 6.07 6.23 6.47 6.63 6.75
41 75 34 5.74 5.98 6.14 6.36 6.51 6.62
40 75 35 5.65 5.90 6.05 6.26 6.40 6.51
46 80 34 5.74 5.98 6.14 6.36 6.51 6.62
45 80 35 5.65 5.90 6.05 6.26 6.40 6.51
44 80 36 5.56 5.81 5.97 6.17 6.30 6.40
43 80 37 5.46 5.73 5.89 6.08 6.21 6.30
42 80 38 5.35 5.64 5.80 6.00 6.12 6.20
41 80 39 5.23 5.54 5.71 5.91 6.03 6.11
40 80 40 5.10 5.44 5.62 5.83 5.95 6.03
46 85 39 5.23 5.54 5.71 5.91 6.03 6.11
45 85 40 5.10 5.44 5.62 5.83 5.95 6.03
44 85 41 4.96 5.33 5.55 5.74 5.86 5.94
43 85 42 4.81 5.21 5.42 5.66 5.78 5.86
42 85 43 4.63 5.08 5.31 5.56 5.69 5.77
41 85 44 4.45 4.93 5.19 5.46 5.60 5.69
40 85 45 4.24 4.77 5.06 5.35 5.50 5.59
Condenser DT2 14.04 11.23 9.36 7.02 5.62 4.68
1LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature
2Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (_F) - Entering Condenser Water Temperature (_F)
Kadj = 6.1507 - 0.30244(X) + 0.0062692(X)2 - 0.000045595(X)3
where X = Condenser DT + LIFT
COPadj = Kadj * COPstd

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TABLE 1-C10

TABLE 1-C10—COPS AND IPLVS FOR NONSTANDARD CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS > 300 TONS
CENTRIFUGAL CHILLERS > 300 Tons
COPstd = 6.1
Condenser Flow Rate
Entering
Leaving Chilled Condenser LIFT1 2 gpm/ton 2.5 gpm/ton 3 gpm/ton 4 gpm/ton 5 gpm/ton 6 gpm/ton
W t
Water W t
Water ((_F))
Temperature (_F) Temperature (_F) R
Required
i d COP and
d IPLV (IPLV=COP)
(IPLV COP)

46 75 29 6.80 7.11 7.35 7.71 7.97 8.16

45 75 30 6.71 6.99 7.21 7.55 7.78 7.96
44 75 31 6.61 6.89 7.09 7.40 7.61 7.77
43 75 32 6.52 6.79 6.98 7.26 7.45 7.60
42 75 33 6.43 6.69 6.87 7.13 7.31 7.44
41 75 34 6.33 6.60 6.77 7.02 7.18 7.30
40 75 35 6.23 6.50 6.68 6.91 7.06 7.17
46 80 34 6.33 6.60 6.77 7.02 7.18 7.30
45 80 35 6.23 6.50 6.68 6.91 7.06 7.17
44 80 36 6.13 6.41 6.58 6.81 6.95 7.05
43 80 37 6.02 6.31 6.49 6.71 6.85 6.94
42 80 38 5.90 6.21 6.40 6.61 6.75 6.84
41 80 39 5.77 6.11 6.30 6.52 6.65 6.74
40 80 40 5.63 6.00 6.20 6.43 6.56 6.65
46 85 39 5.77 6.11 6.30 6.52 6.65 6.74
45 85 40 5.63 6.00 6.20 6.43 6.56 6.65
44 85 41 5.47 5.87 6.10 6.33 6.47 6.55
43 85 42 5.30 5.74 5.98 6.24 6.37 6.46
42 85 43 5.11 5.60 5.86 6.13 6.28 6.37
41 85 44 4.90 5.44 5.72 6.02 6.17 6.27
40 85 45 4.68 5.26 5.58 5.90 6.07 6.17
Condenser DT2 14.04 11.23 9.36 7.02 5.62 4.68
1LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature
2Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (_F) - Entering Condenser Water Temperature (_F)
Kadj = 6.1507 - 0.30244(X) + 0.0062692(X)2 - 0.000045595(X)3
where X = Condenser DT + LIFT
COPadj = Kadj * COPstd

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TABLE 1-C11

TABLE 1-C11—MINIMUM EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR WATER-HEATING EQUIPMENT

PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE
SUBCATEGORY OR REQUIRED PRIOR TO REQUIRED AS OF
EQUIPMENT TYPE SIZE CATEGORY RATING CONDITION 10/29/20011 10/29/20012 TEST PROCEDURE

Gas storage water > 75,000 Btu/hr and < 4,000 Btu/hr/gal 78% Et 80% Et ANSI Z21.10.3
heaters ≤ 155
155,000
000 Btu/hr 7 47V + 655 SL,
7.47V SL Btu/hr (Q/800 + 110√V) SL,
SL
Btu/hr
> 155,000 Btu/hr < 4,000 Btu/hr/gal 78% Et 80% Et
7 47V + 546 SL,
7.47V SL Btu/hr (Q/800 + 110√V) SL,
SL
Btu/hr
Gas instantaneous > 200,000 Btu/hr3 ≥ 4,000 Btu/hr/gal and 80% Et 80% Et ANSI Z21.10.3
water heaters < 10 gal
> 200,000 Btu/hr3 ≥ 4,000 Btu/hr/gal and 77% Et 80% Et
≥ 10 gal 13.22V
13 22V + 385 SL,
SL (Q/800 + 110√V) SL,
SL
Btu/hr Btu/hr
Oil storage water > 105,000 Btu/hr and < 4,000 Btu/hr/gal 78% Et 78% Et ANSI Z21.10.3
heaters ≤ 155
155,000
000 Btu/hr 7 47V + 655 SL,
7.47V SL Btu/hr (Q/800 + 110√V) SL,
SL
Btu/hr
> 155,000 Btu/hr < 4,000 Btu/hr/gal 78% Et 78% Et
7 47V + 546 SL,
7.47V SL Btu/hr (Q/800 + 110√V) SL,
SL
Btu/hr
Oil instantaneous > 210,000 Btu/hr3 ≥ 4,000 Btu/hr/gal 80% Et 80% Et ANSI Z21.10.3
water heaters and < 10 gal
> 210,000 Btu/hr3 ≥ 4,000 Btu/hr/gal 77% Et 78% Et
and ≥ 10 gal 13.22V
13 22V + 385 SL,
SL (Q/800 + 110√V) SL,SL
Btu/hr Btu/hr
1Thermal efficiency (E ) is a minimum requirement, while standby loss (SL) is a maximum Btu/hr based on a 70_F temperature difference between stored water and
t
ambient requirements. In the SL equation, V is the measured volume in gallons.
2Thermal efficiency (E ) is a minimum requirement, while standby loss (SL) is a maximum Btu/hr based on a 70_ temperature difference between stored water and
t
ambient requirements. In the SL equation, V is the rated volume in gallons and Q is the nameplate input rate in Btu/hr.
3Instantaneous water heaters with input rates below 200,000 Btu/hr must comply with these requirements if the water heater is designed to heat water to temperatures
180_F or higher.

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TABLE 1-D—DEFAULT FENESTRATION PRODUCT U-FACTORS

FRAME TYPE1 PRODUCT TYPE SINGLE PANE U-FACTOR DOUBLE PANE U-FACTOR2

Metal Operable 1.28 0.87

Metal Fixed 1.19 0.72
Metal Greenhouse/garden window 2.26 1.40
Metal Doors 1.25 0.85
Metal Skylight 1.72 0.94
Metal, Thermal Break Operable 0.71
Metal, Thermal Break Fixed 0.60
Metal, Thermal Break Greenhouse/garden window 1.12
Metal, Thermal Break Doors 0.64
Metal, Thermal Break Skylight 0.80
Nonmetal Operable 0.99 0.60
Nonmetal Fixed 1.04 0.57
Nonmetal Doors 0.99 0.55
Nonmetal Greenhouse/garden window 1.94 1.06
Nonmetal Skylight 1.47 0.68
1Metal includes any field-fabricated product with metal cladding. Nonmetal-framed manufactured fenestration products with metal cladding must add 0.04 to the
listed U-factor. Nonmetal frame types can include metal fasteners, hardware, and door thresholds. Thermal break product design characteristics are:
a. The material used as the thermal break must have a thermal conductivity of not more than 3.6 Btu-inch/hr/ft2/_F,
b. The thermal break must produce a gap of not less than 0.210 inch, and
c. All metal members of the fenestration product exposed to interior and exterior air must incorporate a thermal break meeting the criteria in a. and b. above.
In addition, the fenestration product must be clearly labeled by the manufacturer that it qualifies as a thermally broken product in accordance with this standard.
2For all dual-glazed fenestration products, adjust the listed U-factors as follows:
a. Subtract 0.05 for spacers of 7/16 inch or wider.
b. Subtract 0.05 for products certified by the manufacturer as low-E glazing.
c. Add 0.05 for products with dividers between panes if spacer is less than 7/16 inch wide.
d. Add 0.05 to any product with true divided lite (dividers through the panes).

TABLE 1-E—DEFAULT SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT

TOTAL WINDOW SHGC

FRAME TYPE PRODUCT GLAZING Single Pane Double Pane

Metal Operable Clear 0.80 0.70

Metal Fixed Clear 0.83 0.73
Metal Operable Tinted 0.67 0.59
Metal Fixed Tinted 0.68 0.60
Metal, Thermal Break Operable Clear 0.72 0.63
Metal, Thermal Break Fixed Clear 0.78 0.69
Metal, Thermal Break Operable Tinted 0.60 0.53
Metal, Thermal Break Fixed Tinted 0.65 0.57
Nonmetal Operable Clear 0.74 0.65
Nonmetal Fixed Clear 0.76 0.67
Nonmetal Operable Tinted 0.60 0.53
Nonmetal Fixed Tinted 0.63 0.55
SHGC = Solar Heat Gain Coefficient

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121

SUBCHAPTER 3
NONRESIDENTIAL, HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, AND HOTEL/MOTEL
OCCUPANCIES—MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR SPACE-CONDITIONING AND
SERVICE WATER-HEATING SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 120 — SPACE-CONDITIONING AND EXCEPTION to Section 121 (b) 2: Transfer air. The rate of out-
SERVICE WATER-HEATING SYSTEMS AND door air required by Section 121 (b) 2 may be provided with air trans-
ferred from other ventilated spaces if:
EQUIPMENT—GENERAL
A. None of the spaces from which air is transferred have any unusu-
Sections 121 through 129 establish requirements for the design al sources of indoor air contaminants; and
and installation of space-conditioning and service water-heating B. Enough outdoor air is supplied to all spaces combined to meet
the requirements of Section 121 (b) 2 for each space individually.
systems and equipment in nonresidential, high-rise residential,
and hotel/motel buildings subject to Title 24, Part 6. All such (c) Operation and Control Requirements for Minimum
buildings shall comply with the applicable provisions of Sections Quantities of Outdoor Air.
121 through 129. 1. Times of occupancy. The minimum rate of outdoor air re-
quired by Section 121 (b) 2 shall be supplied to each space at all
times when the space is usually occupied.
SECTION 121 — REQUIREMENTS FOR VENTILATION EXCEPTION 1 to Section 121 (c) 1: Demand control ventilation.
The rate of outdoor air provided to an intermittently occupied space
(a) General Requirements. may be reduced to 0.15 cfm per square foot of conditioned floor area
if the ventilation system serving the space is controlled by a demand
1. All enclosed spaces in a building that are normally used by control ventilation device complying with Section 121 (c) 4.
humans shall be ventilated in accordance with the requirements of EXCEPTION 2 to Section 121 (c) 1: Temporary reduction. The
this section. rate of outdoor air provided to a space may be reduced below the level
NOTE: In addition to meeting the requirements of this section, for required by Section 121 (b) 2 for up to five minutes each hour if the
those occupancies where unusual contaminants are present or antici- average rate each hour is the required rate.
pated (such as commercial dry cleaners, coin-operated dry cleaners, 2. Pre-occupancy. The lesser of the minimum rate of outdoor
bars and cocktail lounges, auto repair workshops, smoking lounges, air required by Section 121 (b) 2 or three complete air changes
barber shops, beauty shops), it is recommended to use local exhaust shall be supplied to the entire building during the one-hour period
ventilation and enclosure to capture the contaminants and discharge
them directly outdoors.
immediately before the building is normally occupied.
3. Required demand control ventilation. HVAC systems
2. The outdoor air-ventilation rate and air-distribution assump-
with the following characteristics shall have demand ventilation
tions made in the design of the ventilating system shall be clearly
controls complying with Section 121 (c) 4:
identified on the plans required by Section 10-103 of Title 24, Part
1. A. That primarily serve areas with fixed seating and occu-
pant densities less than or equal to 10 square feet per per-
(b) Design Requirements for Minimum Quantities of Out- son, or identified in Chapter 10 of the UBC as either
door Air. Every space in a building shall be designed to have out- “assembly areas, concentrated use (without fixed seats)”
door air ventilation according to Item 1 or 2 below: or “auction rooms”; and
1. Natural ventilation. Natural ventilation may be provided B. That have design outdoor air capacities equal to or ex-
for spaces that: ceeding 3,000 cfm.
A. Are within 20 feet of an operable wall or roof opening 4. Demand control ventilation devices shall:
through which outdoor air flows, which has an openable A. Allow the rate of outdoor air to be reduced to 0.15 cfm
area more than 5 percent of the conditioned floor area of per square foot of conditioned floor area if the demand
the space, and which is readily accessible to occupants control ventilation device indicates that the space condi-
of the space at all times when the space is occupied; and tions are acceptable; and
B. Have a direct outdoor airflow from the operable wall or B. Be approved by the commission; and
roof opening, unobstructed by walls or doors.
C. If the device is a carbon dioxide sensor, limit the carbon
2. Mechanical ventilation. Each space that is not naturally dioxide level to no more than 800 ppm while the space is
ventilated under Item 1 above shall be ventilated with a mechani- occupied; and
cal system capable of providing an outdoor air rate no less than the NOTE: Control to 800 ppm is not required when the ventilation rate
larger of: is equal to or greater than that required by Section 121 (b) 2.
A. The conditioned floor area of the space times the appli- D. Include a sensor for the device located (1) in the space;
cable ventilation rate from Table 1-F; or or (2) in a return-air stream from the space with no less
B. Fifteen cfm per person times the expected number of than one sensor for every 25,000 square feet of habitable
occupants. For spaces without fixed seating, the ex- space, or no more space than is recommended by the
pected number of occupants shall be assumed to be no manufacturer, whichever is less.
less than one half the maximum occupant load assumed (d) Ducting for Zonal Heating and Cooling Units. Where a
for exiting purposes in Chapter 10 of the UBC. For return plenum is used to distribute outdoor air to a zonal heating or
spaces with fixed seating, the expected number of occu- cooling unit which then supplies the air to a space in order to meet
pants shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 10 the requirements of Section 121 (b) 2, the outdoor air shall be
of the UBC. ducted to discharge either:
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1. Within 5 feet of the unit; or 2. Where used to control comfort cooling, the thermostatic
2. Within 15 feet of the unit, substantially toward the unit, and controls shall be capable of being set, locally or remotely, by
at a velocity not less than 500 feet per minute. adjustment or selection of sensors, up to 85_F or higher.
(e) Design and Control Requirements for Quantities of Out- 3. Where used to control both comfort heating and comfort
door Air. All mechanical ventilation and space-conditioning sys- cooling, the thermostatic controls shall meet Items 1 and 2 and
tems shall be designed with and have installed ductwork, dampers shall be capable of providing a temperature range or dead band of
and controls to allow outside air rates to be operated at the larger of at least 5_F within which the supply of heating and cooling energy
(1) the minimum levels specified in Section 121 (b) 2; or (2) the to the zone is shut off or reduced to a minimum.
rate required for make-up of exhaust systems that are required for EXCEPTION 1 to Section 122 (b) 3: Systems with thermostats
a process, for control of odors, or for the removal of contaminants that require manual changeover between heating and cooling modes.
within the space. EXCEPTION 2 to Section 122 (b) 1, 2 and 3: Systems serving
(f) Completion and Balancing. Before an occupancy permit is zones that must have constant temperatures to prevent degradation of
materials, a process, or plants or animals.
granted for a new building or space, or a new space-conditioning
or ventilating system serving a building or space is operated for (c) Hotel/Motel Guest Room and High-rise Residential
normal use, all ventilation systems serving the building or space Dwelling Unit Thermostats. Hotel/motel guest room thermo-
shall be documented in accordance with Title 8, Section 5142 (b) stats shall have:
of the California Safety Code (1987) to be providing the minimum 1. Numeric temperature setpoints in _F; and
ventilation rate specified in Section 121 (b) 2, as determined using
one of the following procedures: 2. Setpoint stops accessible only to authorized personnel, to
restrict overheating and overcooling.
1. Balancing. The system shall be balanced in accordance with
High-rise residential dwelling unit thermostats shall meet the
the National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) Procedur-
control requirements of Section 150 (i).
al Standards (1983) or Associated Air Balance Council (AABC)
National Standards (1989); or (d) Heat Pump Controls. All heat pumps with supplementary
electric resistance heaters shall be installed with controls that
2. Outside air certification. The system shall provide the
comply with Section 112 (b).
minimum outside air as shown on the mechanical drawings, and
shall be measured by the installing licensed C-20 mechanical con- (e) Shut-off and Reset Controls for Space-conditioning
tractor and certified by (1) the design mechanical engineer, (2) the Systems. Each space-conditioning system shall be installed with
installing licensed C-20 mechanical contractor, or (3) the person controls that comply with Items 1 and 2 below:
with overall responsibility for the design of the ventilation system; 1. The control shall be capable of automatically shutting off the
or system during periods of nonuse and shall have:
3. Outside air measurement. The system shall be equipped A. An automatic time switch control device complying
with a calibrated local or remote device capable of measuring the with Section 119 (c), with an accessible manual override
quantity of outside air on a continuous basis and displaying that that allows operation of the system for up to four hours;
quantity on a readily accessible display device; or or
4. Another method approved by the commission. B. An occupancy sensor; or
C. A four-hour timer that can be manually operated.
SECTION 122 — REQUIRED CONTROLS FOR 2. The control shall automatically restart and temporarily oper-
SPACE-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS ate the system as required to maintain:
Space-conditioning systems shall be installed with controls that A. A setback heating thermostat setpoint if the system pro-
comply with the applicable requirements of Subsections (a) vides mechanical heating; and
through (g). B. A setup cooling thermostat setpoint if the system pro-
(a) Thermostatic Controls for Each Zone. The supply of heat- vides mechanical cooling.
ing and cooling energy to each space-conditioning zone or dwell- EXCEPTION 1 to Section 122 (e): Where it can be demonstrated
ing unit shall be controlled by an individual thermostatic control to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency that the system serves an
that responds to temperature within the zone and that meets the area that must operate continuously.
applicable requirements of Subsection (b). EXCEPTION 2 to Section 122 (e): Where it can be demonstrated
to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency that shutdown, setback, and
EXCEPTION to Section 122 (a): An independent perimeter heat-
setup will not result in a decrease in overall building source energy use.
ing or cooling system may serve more than one zone without individual
thermostatic controls if: EXCEPTION 3 to Section 122 (e): Systems with full load
demands of 2 kw or less, if they have a readily accessible manual
A. All zones are also served by an interior cooling system;
shut-off switch.
B. The perimeter system is designed solely to offset envelope heat EXCEPTION 4 to Section 122 (e): Systems serving hotel/motel
losses or gains; guest rooms, if they have a readily accessible manual shut-off switch.
C. The perimeter system has at least one thermostatic control for EXCEPTION to Section 122 (e) 1: Mechanical systems serving
each building orientation of 50 feet or more; and retail stores and associated malls, restaurants, grocery stores, churches
D. The perimeter system is controlled by at least one thermostat and theaters equipped with 7-day programmable timers.
located in one of the zones served by the system. EXCEPTION to Section 122 (e) 2A: Thermostat setback controls
(b) Criteria for Zonal Thermostatic Controls. The individual are not required in areas where the Winter Median of Extremes outdoor
thermostatic controls required by Subsection (a) shall meet the air temperature determined in accordance with Section 144 (b) 4 is
following requirements as applicable: greater than 32_F.
EXCEPTION to Section 122 (e) 2B: Thermostat setup controls are
1. Where used to control comfort heating, the thermostatic not required in areas where the Summer Design Dry Bulb 0.5% temper-
controls shall be capable of being set, locally or remotely, by ature determined in accordance with Section 144 (b) 4 is less than
adjustment or selection of sensors, down to 55_F or lower. 100_F.

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(f) Dampers for Air Supply and Exhaust Equipment. Out- EXCEPTION 4 to Section 123: Where the heat gain or heat loss
door air supply and exhaust equipment shall be installed with to or from piping without insulation will not increase building source
dampers that automatically close upon fan shutdown. energy use.
(a) For insulation with a conductivity in the range shown in
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 122 (f): Where it can be demonstrated
to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency that the equipment serves an
Table 1-G for the applicable fluid temperature range, the insula-
area that must operate continuously. tion shall have the applicable thickness shown in Table 1-G.
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 122 (f): Gravity and other nonelectrical (b) For insulation with a conductivity outside the range shown
equipment that has readily accessible manual damper controls. in Table 1-G for the applicable fluid temperature range, the insula-
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 122 (f): At combustion air intakes and tion shall have a minimum thickness as calculated with Equation
shaft vents. (1-A):
EXCEPTION 4 to Section 122 (f): Where prohibited by other pro- EQUATION (1-A)—INSULATION THICKNESS
visions of law.
(g) Isolation Area Devices. Each space-conditioning system T = PR [(1 + t/PR) K/k -- 1] (1-A)
serving multiple zones with a combined conditioned floor area of WHERE:
more than 25,000 square feet shall be designed, installed and con- T = minimum insulation thickness for material with conduc-
trolled to serve isolation areas. tivity K, inches.
1. Each zone, or any combination of zones not exceeding PR = pipe actual outside radius, inches.
25,000 square feet, shall be a separate isolation area. t = insulation thickness from Table 1-G, inches.
2. Each isolation area shall be provided with isolation devices, K = conductivity of alternate material at the mean rating
such as valves or dampers, that allow the supply of heating or cool- temperature indicated in Table 1-G for the applicable
ing to be set back or shut off independently of other isolation areas. fluid temperature range, in Btu-inch per hour per square
3. Each isolation area shall be controlled by a device meeting foot per _F.
the requirements of Section 122 (e) 1. k = The lower value of the conductivity range listed in Table
EXCEPTION to Section 122 (g): A zone need not be isolated if
1-G for the applicable fluid temperature range, Btu-inch
it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the enforcement agency per hour per square foot per _F.
that the zone must be heated or cooled continuously.
SECTION 124 — REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR
SECTION 123 — REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM DUCTS AND PLENUMS
INSULATION (a) CMC Compliance. All air distribution system ducts and
plenums, including but not limited to building cavities, mechani-
The piping for all space-conditioning and service water-heating cal closets, air-handler boxes and support platforms used as ducts
systems with fluid temperatures listed in Table 1-G shall have the or plenums, shall be installed, sealed and insulated to meet the
amount of insulation specified in Subsection (a) or (b). Insulation requirements of the 1998 CMC Sections 601, 603, 604 and Stan-
conductivity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM C dard 6-32, incorporated herein by reference. Portions conveying
335-95 at the mean temperature listed in Table 1-G, and shall be conditioned air shall either be insulated to a minimum installed
rounded to the nearest 1/100 Btu-inch per hour per square foot level of R-4.2 (or any higher level required by CMC Section 6043)
per _F. or be enclosed entirely in conditioned space. Connections of metal
Insulation shall be protected from damage, including that due to ducts and the inner core of flexible ducts shall be mechanically
sunlight, moisture, equipment maintenance, and wind, including fastened. Openings shall be sealed with mastic, tape, aerosol sea-
but not limited to, the following: lant or other duct-closure system that meets the applicable re-
quirements of UL 181, UL 181A or UL 181B. If mastic or tape is
Insulation exposed to weather shall be suitable for outdoor ser- used to seal openings greater than 1/4 inch, the combination of
vice, e.g., protected by aluminum, sheet metal, painted canvas, or mastic and either mesh or tape shall be used.
plastic cover. Cellular foam insulation shall be protected as above
or painted with a coating that is water retardant and provides (b) Duct and Plenum Materials.
shielding from solar radiation that can cause degradation of the 1. Factory-fabricated duct systems.
material.
A. All factory-fabricated duct systems shall comply with
Insulation covering chilled water piping and refrigerant suction UL 181 for ducts and closure systems, including collars,
piping located outside the conditioned space shall include a vapor connections and splices, and be UL labeled.
retardant located outside the insulation (unless the insulation is in- B. All pressure-sensitive tapes, heat-activated tapes, and
herently vapor retardant), all penetrations and joints of which shall mastics used in the manufacture of rigid fiberglass ducts
be sealed. shall comply with UL 181.
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 123: Factory-installed piping within C. All pressure-sensitive tapes and mastics used with flex-
space-conditioning equipment certified under Section 111 or 112.
ible ducts shall comply with UL 181 or UL 181B.
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 123: Piping that conveys fluids with a
design operating temperature range between 60_F and 105_F. D. Joints and seams of duct systems and their components
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 123: Piping that serves process loads, shall not be sealed with cloth-back rubber adhesive duct
gas piping, cold domestic water piping, condensate drains, roof drains, tapes unless such tape is used in combination with mas-
vents or waste piping. tic and drawbands.
2Onand after the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2000 CMC, duct installation, sealing and insulation shall
comply with Sections 601, 602, 604, 605 and Standard 6--5 of the 2000 CMC.
3On and after the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2000 CMC, duct insulation shall comply with Section 605 of
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2. Field-fabricated duct systems. (c) All duct insulation product R--values shall be based on in-
sulation only (excluding air films, vapor barriers, or other duct
A. Factory-made rigid fiberglass and flexible ducts for
components) and tested C--values at 75°F mean temperature at the
field-fabricated duct systems shall comply with UL 181.
installed thickness, in accordance with ASTM C 518--85 or
All pressure-sensitive tapes, mastics, aerosol sealants or
ASTM C 177--85, incorporated herein by reference, and certified
other closure systems used for installing field-fabricated
pursuant to Section 118.
duct systems shall meet the applicable requirements of
UL 181, UL 181A or UL 181B. (d) The installed thickness of duct insulation used to determine
its R--value shall be determined as follows:
B. Mastic sealants and mesh.
1. For duct board, duct liner, and factory--made rigid ducts not
i. Sealants shall comply with UL 181, UL 181A, or normally subjected to compression, the nominal insulation thick-
UL 181B, and be nontoxic and water resistant. ness shall be used.
ii. Sealants for interior applications shall pass ASTM 2. For duct wrap, installed thickness shall be assumed to be 75
tests C 731 (extrudability after aging) and D 2202 percent (25 percent compression) of nominal thickness.
(slump test on vertical surfaces), incorporated 3. For factory--made flexible air ducts, the installed thickness
herein by reference. shall be determined by dividing the difference between the actual
iii. Sealants for exterior applications shall pass ASTM outside diameter and nominal inside diameter by two.
tests C 731, C 732 (artificial weathering test) and D (e) Insulated flexible duct products installed to meet this re-
2202, incorporated herein by reference. quirement must include labels, in maximum intervals of 3 feet,
iv. Sealants and meshes shall be rated for exterior use. showing the thermal performance R--value for the duct insulation
itself (excluding air films, vapor barriers, or other duct compo-
C. Pressure-sensitive tape. Pressure-sensitive tapes shall nents), based on the tests in Section 124 (c) and the installed thick-
comply with UL 181, UL 181A or UL 181B. ness determined by Section 124 (d) 3.
D. Joints and seams of duct systems and their components (f) Protection of Insulation. Insulation shall be protected
shall not be sealed with cloth-back rubber adhesive duct from damage, including that due to sunlight, moisture, equipment
tapes unless such tape is used in combination with mas- maintenance, and wind, but not limited to the following:
tic and drawbands. Insulation exposed to weather shall be suitable for outdoor ser-
E. Drawbands used with flexible duct. vice, e.g., protected by aluminum, sheet metal, painted canvas, or
plastic cover. Cellular foam insulation shall be protected as above
i. Drawbands shall be either stainless-steel worm- or painted with a coating that is water retardant and provides
drive hose clamps or UV-resistant nylon duct ties. shielding from solar radiation that can cause degradation of the
ii. Drawbands shall have a minimum tensile strength material.
rating of 150 pounds.
iii. Drawbands shall be tightened as recommended by SECTION 125 — Reserved.
the manufacturer with an adjustable tensioning
tool. SECTION 126 — Reserved.
F. Aerosol-sealant closures.
i. Aerosol sealants shall meet the applicable require- SECTION 127 — Reserved.
ments of UL 181, 181A or 181B and be applied
according to manufacturer specifications. SECTION 128 — Reserved.
ii. Tapes or mastics used in combination with aerosol
sealing shall meet the requirements of this section. SECTION 129 — Reserved.

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TABLE 1-G

TABLE 1-F—MINIMUM VENTILATION RATES

TYPE OF USE CFM PER SQUARE FOOT OF CONDITIONED FLOOR AREA
Auto repair workshops 1.50
Barber shops 0.40
Bars, cocktail lounges and casinos 1.50
Beauty shops 0.40
Coin-operated dry cleaning 0.30
Commercial dry cleaning 0.45
High-rise residential Per UBC Section 1203
Hotel guest rooms (less than 500 sq. ft.) 30 cfm/guest room
Hotel guest rooms (500 sq. ft. or greater) 0.15
Retail stores 0.20
Smoking lounges 1.50
All others 0.15

TABLE 1-G—PIPE INSULATION THICKNESS

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER (in inches)
Runouts up 1 and 8 and
FLUID CONDUCTIVITY RANGE INSULATION MEAN to 2 less 1.25-2 2.50-4 5-6 larger
TEMPERATURE RANGE,
RANGE (in Btu-inch per hour per RATING TEMPERATURE
(_F) square foot per _F) (_F) INSULATION THICKNESS REQUIRED (in inches)
Space heating systems (steam, steam condensate and hot water)
Above 350 0.32-0.34 250 1.5 2.5 2.5 3.0 3.5 3.5
251-350 0.29-0.31 200 1.5 2.0 2.5 2.5 3.5 3.5
201-250 0.27-0.30 150 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 3.5
141-200 0.25-0.29 125 0.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5
105-140 0.24-0.28 100 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
Service water-heating systems (recirculating sections, all piping in electric trace tape systems,
and the first 8 feet of piping from the storage tank for nonrecirculating systems)
Above 105 0.24-0.28 100 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 1.5
Space cooling systems (chilled water, refrigerant and brine)
40-60 0.23-0.27 75 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0
Below 40 0.23-0.27 75 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5

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131

SUBCHAPTER 4
NONRESIDENTIAL, HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, AND
HOTEL/MOTEL OCCUPANCIES—MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
FOR LIGHTING SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 130 — LIGHTING SYSTEMS AND (d) Luminaire wattage incorporated into the installed interior
EQUIPMENT—GENERAL lighting power shall be determined in accordance with the follow-
ing criteria:
(a) Except as provided in Subsection (b), the design and instal- 1. The wattage of incandescent or tungsten-halogen luminaires
lation of all lighting systems and equipment in nonresidential, with medium screw base sockets and not containing permanently
high-rise residential, and hotel/motel buildings subject to Title 24, installed ballasts shall be the maximum labeled wattage of the lu-
Part 6, shall comply with the applicable provisions of Sections 131 minaire.
through 139.
2. The wattage of luminaires with permanently installed or re-
(b) The design and installation of all lighting systems and equip- motely installed ballasts shall be the operating input wattage of the
ment in high-rise residential living quarters and in hotel/motel specified lamp/ballast combination based on values from
guest rooms shall comply with the following: manufacturer’s catalogs or values from independent testing lab re-
1. Luminaires for general lighting in kitchens shall have lamps ports.
with an efficacy of not less than 40 lumens per watt. A luminaire 3. The wattage of line-voltage lighting track and plug-in bus-
which is the only lighting in a kitchen will be considered general way which allow the addition or relocation of luminaires without
lighting. General lighting shall be controlled by the most accessi- altering the wiring of the system shall be the volt-ampere rating of
ble switch(es) in the kitchen. an integral current limiter controlling the luminaires, or the higher
of the specified wattage of the luminaires included in the system,
Additional luminaires to be used only for specific decorative or 45 watts per linear foot.
effects need not meet this requirement.
4. The wattage of low-voltage lighting track, cable conductor,
2. Each room containing a water closet shall have at least one rail conductor, and other low-voltage flexible lighting systems,
luminaire with lamps with an efficacy of not less than 40 lumens which allow the addition or relocation of luminaires without alter-
per watt. If there is more than one luminaire in the room, the high ing the wiring of the system, shall be the specified wattage of the
efficacy luminaire shall be switched at an entrance to the room. transformer supplying the system.
The efficacy requirement may be met by installing the luminaire
meeting this requirement in an adjacent room that has comple- 5. The wattage of all other miscellaneous lighting equipment
mentary plumbing fixtures. shall be the specified wattage of the lighting equipment.

3. Luminaires installed to meet the 40 lumens per watt require-

ments of Subsections 1 or 2 shall not contain medium base incan- SECTION 131 — LIGHTING CONTROLS THAT MUST
descent lamp sockets, and shall be on separate switches from any BE INSTALLED
incandescent lighting. (a) Area Controls.
4. All incandescent lighting fixtures recessed into insulated 1. Each area enclosed by ceiling-height partitions shall have an
ceilings shall be approved for zero-clearance insulation cover (IC) independent switching or control device. This switching or con-
by Underwriters Laboratories or other testing/rating laboratories trol device shall be:
recognized by the International Conference of Building Officials.
A. Readily accessible; and
EXCEPTION to Section 130 (b): Up to 10 percent of the guest
rooms in a hotel/motel need not comply. B. Located so that a person using the device can see the
lights or area controlled by that switch, or so that the area
(c) Exterior Building Lighting. All permanently installed ex- being lit is annunciated; and
terior luminaires attached to or powered by the electrical service
in buildings that contain conditioned space(s), and employing C. Manually operated, or automatically controlled by an
lamps rated over 100 watts, shall either have a source efficacy, de- occupant-sensing device that meets the requirements of
termined by dividing the rated initial lamp lumens by the rated Section 119 (d).
lamp watts, of at least 60 lumens per watt; or be controlled by a 2. Other devices may be installed in conjunction with the
motion sensor. switching or control device provided that they:
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 130 (c): Lighting required by a health A. Permit the switching or control device to override the ac-
or life-safety statute, ordinance, or regulation, including but not limited tion of all other devices; and
to, emergency lighting.
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 130 (c): Lighting that is integral to ad- B. Reset the mode of any automatic system to normal oper-
vertising signage. ation without further action.
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 130 (c): Lighting used in or around EXCEPTION 1 to Section 131 (a): Up to one-half watt per square
swimming pools, water features, or other locations subject to Article foot of lighting in any area within a building that must be continuously
680 of the 1998 California Electrical Code. illuminated for reasons of building security or emergency egress, if:
EXCEPTION 4 to Section 130 (c): Searchlights and lighting for A. The area is designated a security or emergency egress area on the
use in theme parks. plans and specifications submitted to the enforcement agency under
EXCEPTION 5 to Section 130 (c): Outdoor theatrical equipment, Section 10-103 (a) (2) of Title 24, Part 1; and
provided it is for temporary or periodic use and is not for continuous B. The area is controlled by switches accessible only to authorized
use. personnel.

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EXCEPTION 2 to Section 131 (a): Public areas with switches that B. Is located so that a person using the device can see the
are accessible only to authorized personnel. lights or the area controlled by that switch, or so that the
(b) Controls to Reduce Lighting. The general lighting of any area being lit is annunciated; and
enclosed space 100 square feet or larger in which the connected C. Is manually operated; and
lighting load exceeds 0.8 watt per square foot for the space as a
whole, and that has more than one light source (luminaire), shall D. Allows the lighting to remain on for no more than two
be controlled so that the load for the lights may be reduced by at hours when an override is initiated; and
least one half while maintaining a reasonably uniform level of il- E. Controls an area not exceeding 5,000 square feet.
luminance throughout the area. A reasonably uniform reduction EXCEPTION to Section 131 (d) 2 D: In malls and arcades, audito-
of illuminance shall be achieved by: riums, single tenant retail spaces, industrial facilities, and arenas where
captive-key override is utilized, override time may exceed 2 hours.
1. Controlling all lamps or luminaires with dimmers; or
EXCEPTION to Section 131 (d) 2 E: In malls and arcades, audito-
2. Dual switching of alternate rows of luminaires, alternate riums, single tenant retail spaces, industrial facilities, and arenas, the
luminaires, or alternate lamps; or area controlled may not exceed 20,000 square feet.
3. If an automatic time switch control device is installed to
3. Switching the middle lamps of three lamp luminaires inde-
comply with Section 131 (d) 1, it shall incorporate an automatic
pendently of the outer lamps; or
holiday “shut-off” feature that turns off all loads for at least 24
4. Switching each luminaire or each lamp. hours, then resumes the normally scheduled operation.
EXCEPTION to Section 131 (b): Lights in corridors. EXCEPTION to Section 131 (d) 3: Retail stores and associated
malls, restaurants, grocery stores, churches and theaters.
(c) Daylit Areas. Daylit areas in any enclosed space greater
than 250 square feet shall meet the requirements of Items 1 and 2 (e) Display Lighting. Display lighting shall be separately
below. switched on circuits that are 20 amps or less.
(f) Exterior Lighting. All permanently installed exterior light-
1. Such areas shall have at least one control that:
ing attached to or powered by the electrical service in buildings
A. Controls only luminaires in the daylit area; and that contain conditioned space(s) shall be controlled by a direc-
tional photocell or astronomical time switch that automatically
B. Controls at least 50 percent of the lamps or luminaires in
turns off the exterior lighting when daylight is available.
the daylit area, in a manner described in Section 131 (b)
1 through 4, independent of all other lamps or luminaires EXCEPTION to Section 131 (f): Lighting in parking garages,
in the enclosed space. The other luminaires in the tunnels and large covered areas that require illumination during day-
light hours.
enclosed space may be controlled in any manner al-
lowed by Section 131 (b) 1 through 4.
SECTION 132 — REQUIREMENTS FOR LIGHTING
2. Such areas shall have controls that control the luminaires in CIRCUITING
each vertically daylit area separately from the luminaires in each
horizontally daylit area. The following shall be tandem wired and shall not use single lamp
ballasts:
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 131 (c): Daylit areas where the effective
aperature of glazing is equal to or less than 0.1 for vertical glazing and (a) Pairs of one-lamp or three-lamp recessed fluorescent lumin-
0.01 for horizontal glazing. aires that are (1) on the same switch control, (2) in the same area,
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 131 (c): Daylit areas where existing and (3) within 10 feet of each other in accessible ceiling spaces;
adjacent structures or natural objects obstruct daylight to the extent that and
effective use of daylighting is not feasible.
(b) Continuous mounted pendant and continuous surface-
(d) Shut-off Controls. mounted luminaires.
1. For every floor, all interior lighting systems shall be EXCEPTION 1 to Section 132: Fluorescent lighting luminaires
equipped with a separate automatic control to shut off the lighting. that use electronic high frequency ballasts.
This automatic control shall meet the requirements of Section 119 EXCEPTION 2 to Section 132: Single lamp ballasts may be used
and may be an occupancy sensor, automatic time switch, or other for odd lamp quantities or in conjunction with emergency battery-
device capable of automatically shutting off the lighting. ballast units in even-numbered lamp luminaires.
EXCEPTION to Sections 131 and 132: Exit signs and illumina-
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 131 (d) 1: Where the system is serving tion subject to Section 1012 or 1013 of the California Building Code,
an area that must be continuously lit, or lit in a manner requiring manual and lighting whose switching is regulated by Article 700 of the Califor-
operation of the lighting. nia Electrical Code (Title 24, Part 3).
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 131 (d) 1: Lighting in corridors, guest
rooms, and lodging quarters of high-rise residential buildings and SECTION 133 — Reserved.
hotel/motels.
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 131 (d) 1: Up to 1/2 watt per square foot
SECTION 134 — Reserved.
of lighting in any area within a building that must be continuously illu-
minated for reasons of building security or emergency egress, if:
A. The area is designated a security or emergency egress area on the SECTION 135 — Reserved.
plans and specifications submitted to the enforcement agency under
Section 10-103 (a) 2A of Title 24, Part 1; and SECTION 136 — Reserved.
B. The area is controlled by switches accessible only to authorized
personnel. SECTION 137 — Reserved.
2. If an automatic time switch control device is installed to
comply with Section 131 (d) 1, it shall incorporate an override SECTION 138 — Reserved.
switching device that:
A. Is readily accessible; and SECTION 139 — Reserved.
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SUBCHAPTER 5
NONRESIDENTIAL, HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, AND HOTEL/MOTEL
OCCUPANCIES—PERFORMANCE AND PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE
APPROACHES FOR ACHIEVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY

SECTION 140 — CHOICE OF PERFORMANCE AND A. The lighting power density of the standard building, for
PRESCRIPTIVE APPROACHES areas where no lighting plans or specifications are sub-
mitted for permit and the occupancy of the building is
The envelope and the space-conditioning, lighting and service known, is the maximum allowed lighting power density
water-heating systems of all nonresidential, high-rise residential, calculated according to Section 146 (b) 1; and
and hotel/motel buildings subject to Title 24, Part 6, shall be
designed, constructed and installed either: B. The lighting power density of the standard building, for
areas where no lighting plans or specifications are sub-
(a) Performance Approach—to use no more source energy mitted for permit, and the occupancy of the building is
from depletable sources than the energy budget, calculated not known, is 1.2 watts per square foot; and
according to Section 141; or
C. The lighting power density of the standard building, for
(b) Prescriptive Approach—in accordance with all the appli- areas where lighting plans and specifications are being
cable requirements of Sections 142 through 146. submitted for permit, is the maximum allowed lighting
power density calculated according to Section 146 (b) 1,
SECTION 141 — PERFORMANCE APPROACH: 2 or 3.
ENERGY BUDGETS 3. Service water-heating budget. The service water-heating
budget is the source energy used for service water heating in a
In order to meet the energy budget, a proposed building’s use of standard building in the climate zone in which the proposed build-
source energy calculated under Subsection (b) must be no greater ing is located, calculated with a method approved by the commis-
than the energy budget calculated under Subsection (a). sion (expressed in Btu per square foot of conditioned floor area per
(a) Energy Budget. The energy budget for a proposed building year), and assuming that the standard building has a service water-
is the sum of the space-conditioning, lighting and service water- heating system that meets, but does not exceed, the applicable
heating budgets in Subdivisions 1, 2 and 3 of this subsection, requirements of Sections 111, 113 and 123.
expressed in Btu per square foot of conditioned floor area per year. (b) Source Energy Use of Proposed Building. The source en-
1. Space-conditioning budget. The space-conditioning bud- ergy use of a proposed building is the sum of the space-condition-
get is the source energy used for space conditioning in a standard ing, lighting and service water-heating source energy use
building in the climate zone in which the proposed building is calculated in Subdivisions 1, 2 and 3 of this subsection, using the
located, calculated with a method approved by the commission same ACM used to calculate the budget under Subsection (a), and
(expressed in Btu per square foot of conditioned floor area per expressed in Btu per square foot of conditioned floor area per year.
year), and assuming that: If any feature of the proposed building, including, but not limited
to, the envelope or the space-conditioning, lighting or service wa-
A. The standard building has space heating, space cooling ter-heating system, is not included in the building permit applica-
and ventilation systems that meet, but do not exceed, the tion, the energy performance of the feature shall be assumed to be
minimum efficiency requirements of Sections 111 and that of the corresponding feature calculated in Subsection (a).
112, and the requirements of Section 144; and
1. Space-conditioning source energy use. The space-
B. The performance of the roof/ceiling, walls, floors and conditioning source energy use shall be calculated by:
soffits, windows, and skylights is equal to an applicable
value using the same assembly type from Table 1-I or A. Using a method approved by the commission; and
1-J; and B. Using the proposed building’s space heating, space
C. The zoning, the orientation of each building feature, and cooling, lighting, and ventilation systems, roof and ceil-
the gross envelope areas of the standard building are the ing, walls, floors and soffits, opaque envelope areas,
same as in the proposed building; and windows, skylights, zoning, and orientation, as shown
on the plans and specifications submitted in the building
D. The window area of the standard building is the greater
permit application under Section 10-103 of Title 24,
of (1) or (2): (1) the window area of the proposed build-
Part 1.
ing, excluding the window area in demising walls, or 40
percent of the gross exterior wall area of the standard 2. Lighting source energy use. The lighting source energy use
building, whichever is less; or (2) 6 feet times the display shall be calculated using a method approved by the commission,
perimeter; and and using the actual lighting power density calculated under Sec-
tion 146 (a), including reduction of wattage through controls.
E. The skylight area of the standard building is the same as
in the proposed building, or is 5 percent of the gross exte- 3. Service water-heating source energy use. The service
rior roof/ceiling area of the standard building, which- water-heating source energy use shall be calculated using a meth-
ever is less. od approved by the commission, and using the proposed build-
2. Lighting budget. The lighting budget is the source energy ing’s actual service water-heating system.
used for lighting in a standard building calculated with a method (c) Calculation of Budget and Energy Use. When calculating
approved by the commission (expressed in Btu per square foot of the energy budget under Subsection (a) and the source energy use
conditioned floor area per year), and assuming that: under Subsection (b), all of the following rules shall apply:
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1. Methodology. The methodology, computer programs, 6. Visible light transmittance. Visible light transmittance
inputs and assumptions approved by the commission shall be shall be determined using the values listed in ASHRAE Hand-
used. book, 1993, Fundamentals Volume, Chapter 27, or manufactur-
ers’ literature, and shall be adjusted for the effects of framing and
2. Energy included. All energy from depletable sources used
for space conditioning, lighting and service water heating shall be interior or exterior shading devices.
included.
SECTION 142 — PRESCRIPTIVE APPROACH
3. Energy excluded. The following energy shall be excluded:
A. Process loads; and In order to comply with the prescriptive approach under this sec-
tion, a building shall be designed with and shall have constructed
B. Loads of redundant or backup equipment, if the plans and installed:
submitted under Section 10-103 of Title 24, Part 1, show
(a) A building envelope that complies with Section 143 (a) or
controls that will allow the redundant or backup equip-
(b);
ment to operate only when the primary equipment is not
operating, and if such controls are installed; and (b) A space-conditioning system that complies with Section
144;
C. Recovered energy; and
(c) A service water-heating system that complies with Section
D. Additional energy use caused solely by outside air filtra- 145; and
tion and treatment for the reduction and treatment of
unusual outdoor contaminants with final pressure drops (d) A lighting system that complies with Section 146.
more than 1-inch water column. Only the energy
accounted for by the amount of the pressure drop that is SECTION 143 — PRESCRIPTIVE REQUIREMENTS
over 1 inch may be excluded. FOR BUILDING ENVELOPES
4. U-factors. U-factors shall be calculated as follows: A building complies with this section by being designed with and
A. All building components. The U-factor of all building having constructed and installed either (1) envelope components
components shall be calculated to three decimal places; that comply with each of the requirements in Subsection (a) for
the calculations shall assume still inside air and a 15 each individual component, or (2) an envelope that complies with
miles per hour outside air velocity, or other assumptions the overall requirements in Subsection (b). When making calcula-
approved by the commission. tions under Subsection (a) or (b), all of the rules listed in Section
141 (c) 1, 4 and 5 shall apply.
B. Wood-framed assemblies. U-factors for wood-framed
assemblies shall be calculated using the parallel path (a) Envelope Component Approach.
method listed in ASHRAE Handbook, 1993, Funda- 1. Exterior roofs and ceilings. Exterior roofs and ceilings
mentals Volume, Chapter 22, with framing factors ap- shall have either an installed insulation R-value no less than, or an
proved by the commission. overall assembly U-factor no greater than, the applicable value in
C. Metal-framed assemblies. U-factors for metal-framed Table 1-H or 1-I.
assemblies shall be calculated using the zone method 2. Exterior walls. Exterior walls shall have either an installed
listed in ASHRAE Handbook, 1993, Fundamentals Vol- insulation R-value no less than, or an overall assembly U-factor no
ume, Chapter 22, or a method approved by the commis- greater than, the applicable value in Table 1-H or 1-I.
sion. 3. Demising walls. The opaque portions of framed demising
D. Fenestration. U-factors for fenestration shall be deter- walls in nonresidential buildings shall have insulation with an
mined as follows: installed insulation R-value no less than R-11 between framing
members.
i. For site-assembled fenestraton products, U-factors
shall include the effects of framing and shall be 4. External floors and soffits. External floors and soffits shall
determined using NFRC procedures or default val- have either an installed insulation R-value no less than, or an over-
ues as set forth in Section 116; or all assembly U-factor no greater than, the applicable value in
Table 1-H or 1-I.
ii. For manufactured windows, U-factors shall be as
certified under Section 116; or 5. Windows. Windows shall:
iii. Using a method approved by the commission. A. Have an area no greater than 40 percent of the gross exte-
rior wall area, or 6 feet times the display perimeter,
E. Masonry assemblies. U-factors for masonry assem- whichever is greater; and
blies shall be calculated using the transverse isothermal EXCEPTION to Section 143 (a) 5 A: Window area in demising
planes method listed in ASHRAE Handbook, 1993, walls is not counted as part of the window area for this requirement.
Fundamentals Volume, Chapter 22, or a method Demising wall area is not counted as part of the gross exterior wall area
approved by the commission. or display perimeter.
F. Other. U-factors for components not listed in this sub- B. Have a U-factor no greater than the applicable value in
section shall be calculated using a method approved by Table 1-H or 1-I; and
the commission. C. Have a relative solar heat gain, excluding the effects of
5. Solar heat gain coefficients. Solar heat gain coefficients interior shading, no greater than the applicable value in
shall be determined using NFRC 200, or NFRC 100 as set forth in Table 1-H or 1-I. The relative solar heat gain of windows
Section 116, and shall not be adjusted for the effects of interior or is:
exterior shading devices. i. The solar heat gain coefficient of the windows; or
Authority: Sections 25402 and 25402.1, Public Resources Code. ii. Relative solar heat gain as calculated by Equation
Reference: Sections 25402 and 25402.1, Public Resources Code. (1-B), if an overhang extends beyond both sides of
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the window jamb a distance equal to the overhang nW, nR,

projection. nG, nF,
EXCEPTION to Section 143 (a) 5 C: The applicable “north” val- nS = number of components of the applicable envelope
ue for relative solar heat gain in Table 1-H or 1-I or 0.56, whichever is feature.
greater, shall be used for windows: AWi = exterior wall area on the north, east, south, and west ori-
A. That are in the first story of exterior walls that form a display entations of the proposed building (in ft2) including the
perimeter; and window area on that orientation of the proposed build-
B. For which codes restrict the use of overhangs to shade the ing, minus AGi . The standard building has as many walls
windows. in each orientation as there are HC categories in that ori-
entation of the proposed building.
EQUATION (1-B)—RELATIVE SOLAR HEAT GAIN EQUATION
AFi = exterior floor/soffit area of the proposed building (in
RSHG = SHGCwin x [1 + aH/V + b(H/V)2] (1-B) ft2). The standard building has as many floors/soffits as
WHERE: there are HC categories in the floors/soffits of the pro-
RSHG = relative solar heat gain. posed building.
SHGCwin = solar heat gain coefficient of the window. ARi = exterior roof/ceiling area of the proposed building (in
ft2) plus the skylight area of the proposed building, less
H = horizontal projection of the overhang from the Asi .
surface of the window in feet, but no greater
than V. AGi = Window (glazing) area of each type on the north, east,
south, and west orientations of the standard building (in
V = vertical distance from the window sill to the ft2). If the total window wall ratio of the proposed build-
bottom of the overhang, in feet. ing is more than 40 percent, the total window area is the
a = --0.41 for north-facing windows, --1.22 for greater of (a) 40 percent of the gross exterior wall area,
south-facing windows, and --0.92 for east- and or (b) 6 feet times the display perimeter. The window
west-facing windows. area of each type and on each orientation of the standard
b = 0.20 for north-facing windows, 0.66 for design shall be decreased in proportion to the area in the
south-facing windows, and 0.35 for east- and proposed design according to one of the following for-
west-facing windows. mulas as applicable:
6. Skylights. Skylights shall: (a) AGi-adj = (AGi-prop /AGtotal-prop ) × 0.40 × AWtotal-prop
A. Have an area no greater than 5 percent of the gross exterior (b) AGi-adj = (AGi-prop /AGtotal-prop ) ×
roof area; and (6 × Display Perimeter)
EXCEPTION to Section 143 (a) 6 A: Atria over 55 feet high shall If the total window area of the proposed building is less
have a skylight area no greater than 10 percent of the gross exterior roof than 10 percent of the gross exterior wall area, the win-
area. dow area of each type and on each orientation of the
B. Have a U-factor no greater than the applicable value in standard design shall be increased in proportion to the
Table 1-H or 1-I; and area in the proposed design according to the following
formula:
C. Have a solar heat gain coefficient no greater than the appli-
cable value in Table 1-H or 1-I. AGi-adj = (AGi-prop /AGtotal-prop ) × 0.10 × AWtotal-prop
7. Exterior doors. Exterior doors have no R-value, U-factor, WHERE:
or area requirements. AGi-adj = Adjusted window area of each type on
(b) Overall Envelope Approach. the north, east, south, and west orienta-
tions (in ft2).
1. Overall heat loss. The overall heat loss (HL) of the overall
envelope of the proposed building, HLprop as calculated with AGi-prop = Actual proposed window area of each
Equation (1-D), shall be no greater than the overall heat loss of a type in the respective orientation (in
standard building, HLstd as calculated with Equation (1-C). In ft2).
making the calculations, it shall be assumed that the orientation AGtotal-prop = Total actual proposed window area of
and area of each envelope component is the same as in the pro- the proposed building (in ft2).
posed building. AWtotal-prop = Total actual proposed gross exterior
wall area of the proposed building (in
EQUATION (1-C)—STANDARD BUILDING HEAT LOSS
ft2).
nW nF
HL std = (A Wi × U Wistd) + (A Fi × U Fistd) + ASi = skylight area of the standard building for each skylight
type (in ft2). The total skylight area in the standard build-
i=1 i=1
nR nG nS ing is equal to the total skylight area of the proposed
(A Ri × U Ristd) + (A Gi × U Gistd) + (A Si × U Sistd) building or 5 percent of the gross exterior roof area (or,
i=1 i=1 i=1 for atria over 55 feet high, 10 percent of the gross exteri-
(1-C) or roof area), whichever is less. If the total skylight area
of the proposed building is more than 5 percent of the
WHERE: gross exterior roof area or more than 10 percent of the
HLstd = overall heat loss of the standard building (in Btu/h-°F). gross exterior roof area for atria over 55 feet high, the
i = each wall type and orientation, floor/soffit type, roof/ skylight area of each type of the standard building shall
ceiling type, window (glazing) type and orientation, or be decreased in proportion to the area in the proposed
skylight type for the standard building. design according to the following formula:
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ASi-adj = (ASi-prop /AStotal-prop ) × 0.10 × ARtotal-prop USjprop = the skylight U-factor for the corresponding ASj .
for atria over 55 feet high, and 2. Overall heat gain. The overall heat gain of the overall enve-
ASi-adj = (ASi-prop /AStotal-prop ) × 0.05 × ARtotal-prop lope of the proposed building, HGprop as calculated with Equation
for others, where: (1-F), shall be no greater than the overall heat gain of the overall
envelope of a standard building, HGstd as calculated with Equa-
ASi-adj = Adjusted skylight area of each type (in tion (1-E). In making the calculations, it shall be assumed that the
ft2). orientation and area of each envelope component of the standard
ASi-prop = Actual proposed skylight area of each building are the same as in the proposed building.
type (in ft2).
AStotal-prop = Total actual proposed skylight area of EQUATION (1-E)—STANDARD BUILDING HEAT GAIN
the proposed building (in ft2). nW

ARtotal-prop = Total actual proposed gross exterior HG std = (A Wi × U Wistd × TF i) +

i=1
roof area of the proposed building (in nF nR
ft2). (A Fi × U Fistd × TF i) + (A Ri × U Ristd × TF i) +
UWistd = the applicable wall U-value for the corresponding AWi i=1
nS
i=1
from Table 1-H or 1-I. (WF Si × A Si × SHGC Sistd) × SF
UFistd = the applicable floor/soffit U-value for the corresponding i=1
AFi from Table 1-H or 1-I.
URistd = the applicable roof/ceiling U-value for the correspond- nW

ing ARi from Table 1-H or 1-I. HG std = (A Wi × U Wistd × TF i) +

i=1
UGistd = the applicable window U-value for the corresponding nF nR
AGi from Table 1-H or 1-I. (A Fi × U Fistd × TF i) + (A Ri × U Ristd × TF i) +
USistd = the applicable skylight U-value for the corresponding i=1
nG
i=1
nS
ASi from Table 1-H or 1-I. (A Gi × U Gistd × TF i) + (A Si × U Sistd × TF i) +
i=1 i=1
EQUATION (1-D)—PROPOSED BUILDING HEAT LOSS nG
nW nF (WF × A Gi × RSHG Gistd) × SF +
HL prop = (A Wj × U Wjprop) + (A Fj × U Fjprop) + i=1
nS
Gi

nR
j=1
nG
j=1
(WF × A Si × SHGC Sistd) × SF +
(A Rj × U Rjprop) + (A Gj × U Gjprop) + i=1
Si

j=1 j=1 nR
nS
(A × U Sjprop)
(WF Ri × A Ri × U Ristd × α Ristd) × SF
Sj i=1
j=1
WHERE:
WHERE: HGstd = overall heat gain of the standard building (Btu/h).
HLprop = overall heat loss of the proposed building (in Btu/ i = as determined in Equation 1-C.
h-°F). nW, nR,
j = each wall type and orientation, floor/soffit type, roof/ nG, nF,
ceiling type, window type and orientation, or skylight nS = as determined in Equation 1-C.
type for the proposed building. AWi = as determined in Equation 1-C.
nW, nR, AFi = as determined in Equation 1-C.
nG, nF, ARi = as determined in Equation 1-C.
nS = as determined in Equation 1-C. AGi = as determined in Equation 1-C.
AWj = exterior wall area on the north, east, south, and west ASi = as determined in Equation 1-C.
orientations of the proposed building (in ft2). Each UWistd = as determined in Equation 1-C.
orientation has as many walls as there are HC catego-
UFistd = as determined in Equation 1-C.
ries.
URistd = as determined in Equation 1-C.
AFj = exterior floor/soffit area of the proposed building (in
ft2). There are as many floors/soffits as there are HC UGistd = as determined in Equation 1-C.
categories. USistd = as determined in Equation 1-C.
ARj = exterior roof/ceiling area of the proposed building (in RSHGGistd = the applicable relative solar heat gain for the corre-
ft2). sponding AGi , from Table 1-H or 1-I (unitless).
AGj = window (glazing) area for each window type and ori- WFGi = the applicable weighting factor for glazing for each
entation of the proposed building (in ft2). orientation of the standard building, from Table 1-K
(unitless).
ASj = skylight area for each skylight type of the proposed
WFSi = the applicable weighting factor for skylight of the stand-
building (in ft2).
ard building, from Table 1-K (unitless).
UWjprop = the wall U-factor for the corresponding AWj .
WFRi = the applicable weighting factor for roof of the standard
UFjprop = the floor/soffit U-factor for the corresponding AFj . building, from Table 1-K (unitless).
URjprop = the roof/ceiling U-factor for the corresponding ARj . αRistd = A standard roof absorptivity of 0.70 for the correspond-
UGjprop = the window U-factor for the corresponding AGj . ing ARi .
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SHGCSistd = the applicable solar heat gain coefficient for the cor- V = vertical distance from the window sill to the bot-
responding Asi , from Table 1-H or 1-I (unitless). tom of the overhang, in feet.
SF = the solar factor from Table 1-J. a = --0.41 for north-facing windows, --1.22 for
TFi = the temperature factor from Table 1-J. south-facing windows, and --0.92 for east- and
west-facing windows.
EQUATION (1-F)—PROPOSED BUILDING HEAT GAIN b = 0.20 for north-facing windows, 0.66 for
south-facing windows, and 0.35 for east- and
nW
HG prop = (A Wj × U Wjprop × TF j) +
WFGj =
west-facing windows.
the applicable weighting factor for each orientation of
j=1
nF nR the building, from Table 1-K (unitless).
(A Fj × U Fjprop × TF j) + (A Rj × U Rjprop × TF j) + WFSkyj = the applicable weighting factor for skylight of the pro-
j=1 j=1 posed building, from Table 1-K (unitless).
nS
(WF Sj × A Sj × SHGC Sjprop) × SF WFRj = The applicable weighting factor for roof of the proposed
building, from Table 1-K (unitless).
j=1
αRjstd = The applicable roof absorptivity for the corresponding
nW ARj . An absorptivity of 0.45 for cool roofs (as defined in
HG prop = (A Wj × U Wjprop × TF j) + Section 118). An absorptivity of 0.7 for all other roofs.
j=1 SF = the solar factor from Table 1-J.
nF nR
(A Fj × U Fjprop × TF j) + (A Rj × U Rjprop × TF j) +
TFj = the temperature factor from Table 1-J.
j=1 j=1
nG nS
SECTION 144 — PRESCRIPTIVE REQUIREMENTS
(A Gj × U Gjprop × TF j) + (A Sj × U Sjprop × TF j) + FOR SPACE-CONDITIONING SYSTEMS
j=1 j=1
nG A building complies with this section by being designed with and
(WF Gj × A Gj × SHGC Gjprop × OHF j) × SF + having constructed and installed a space-conditioning system that
j=1 meets the requirements of Subsections (a) through (h).
nS
(WF Sj × A Sj × SHGC Sjprop) × SF + (a) Sizing and Equipment Selection. Mechanical heating and
j=1 mechanical cooling equipment shall be the smallest size, within
the available options of the desired equipment line, necessary to
nR
meet the design heating and cooling loads of the building, as cal-
(WF Rj × A Rj × U Rjprop × α Rjprop) × SF culated according to Subsection (b).
j=1
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 144 (a): Where it can be demonstrated
WHERE: to the satisfaction of the enforcing agency that oversizing will not
increase building source energy use.
HGprop = overall heat gain of the proposed building (Btu/h).
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 144 (a): Standby equipment with con-
j = as determined in Equation 1-D. trols that allow the standby equipment to operate only when the prima-
nW, nR, ry equipment is not operating.
nG, nF, EXCEPTION 3 to Section 144 (a): Multiple units of the same
equipment type, such as multiple chillers and boilers, having combined
nS = as determined in Equation 1-D. capacities exceeding the design load, if they have controls that
AWj = as determined in Equation 1-D. sequence or otherwise optimally control the operation of each unit
based on load.
AFj = as determined in Equation 1-D.
(b) Calculations. In making equipment sizing calculations
ARj = as determined in Equation 1-D. under Subsection (a), all of the following rules shall apply:
AGj = as determined in Equation 1-D.
1. Methodology. The methodologies, computer programs,
ASj = as determined in Equation 1-D. inputs, and assumptions approved by the commission shall be
UWjprop =as determined in Equation 1-D. used.
UFjprop =as determined in Equation 1-D. 2. Heating and cooling loads. Heating and cooling system
URjprop =as determined in Equation 1-D. design loads shall be determined in accordance with the proce-
UGjprop =as determined in Equation 1-D. dures described in the ASHRAE Handbook, 1993, Fundamentals
Volume, or as specified in a method approved by the commission.
USjprop =as determined in Equation 1-D.
3. Indoor design conditions. Indoor design temperature and
SHGCGj = the solar heat gain coefficient for the corresponding humidity conditions for general comfort applications shall be de-
AGj (unitless). termined in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE 55-1992 or Chapter
SHGCSj = the solar heat gain coefficient for the corresponding 8 of the ASHRAE Handbook, 1993, Fundamentals Volume,
AGj (unitless). except that winter humidification and summer dehumidification
OHFGj = the overhang factor for the corresponding AGj (unit- shall not be required.
less). 4. Outdoor design conditions. Outdoor design conditions
OHFGj = 1 + aH/V + b(H/V)2. shall be selected from ASHRAE publication SPCDX: Climatic
Data for Region X, Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada,
WHERE: 1982. Heating design temperatures shall be no lower than the tem-
H = horizontal projection of an overhang from the sur- perature listed in the Winter Median of Extremes column. Cooling
face of the window, no greater than V, in feet. design dry bulb temperatures shall be no greater than the tempera-
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ture listed in the Summer Design Dry Bulb 0.5 percent column. 2. Variable air volume (VAV) systems.
Cooling design wet bulb temperatures shall be no greater than the A. The total fan power index of each fan system at design
temperature listed in the Summer Design Wet Bulb 0.5 percent conditions shall not exceed 1.25 watts per cubic feet per
column. minute of supply air; and
5. Ventilation. Outdoor air ventilation loads shall be calcu- B. Individual VAV fans with motors over 25 horsepower
lated using the ventilation rates required in Section 121. shall meet one of the following:
6. Envelope. Envelope heating and cooling loads shall be cal- i. The fan motor shall be driven by a mechanical or
culated using envelope characteristics, including square footage, electrical variable speed drive.
thermal conductance, solar heat gain coefficient or shading coeffi- ii. The fan shall be a vane-axial fan with variable pitch
cient, and air leakage, consistent with the proposed design. blades.
7. Lighting. Lighting loads shall be based on actual design iii. For prescriptive compliance, the fan motor shall
lighting levels or power densities consistent with Section 146. include controls that limit the fan motor demand to
no more than 30 percent of the total design wattage
8. People. Occupant density shall be based on the expected at 50 percent of design air volume when static pres-
occupancy of the building and shall be the same as determined un- sure set point equals 1/3 of the total design static
der Section 121 (b) 2 B, if used. Sensible and latent heat gains shall pressure, based on certified manufacturer’s test
be as listed in ASHRAE Handbook, 1993, Fundamentals Volume, data.
Chapter 26, Table 3. 3. Air-treatment or filtering systems. For systems with air-
9. Process loads. Loads caused by a process shall be based treatment or filtering systems, calculate the adjusted fan power
upon actual information on the intended use of the building. index using the following equation:
Adjusted fan power index = Fan power index ×
10. Miscellaneous equipment. Equipment loads shall be cal- Fan adjustment
culated using design data compiled from one or more of the fol-
Fan Adjustment = 1 -- (SPa /SPf )
lowing sources:
WHERE:
A. Actual information based on the intended use of the SPa = Air pressure drop across the air-treatment or filtering
building; or system.
B. Published data from manufacturer’s technical publica- SPf = Total pressure drop across the fan.
tions and from technical societies, such as the ASHRAE (d) Space-conditioning Zone Controls. Each space-condi-
Handbook, 1995, HVAC Applications Volume; or tioning zone shall have controls that prevent:
C. Other data based on the designer’s experience of 1. Reheating; and
expected loads and occupancy patterns. 2. Recooling; and
11. Internal heat gains. Internal heat gains may be ignored for 3. Simultaneous provisions of heating and cooling to the same
heating load calculations. zone, such as mixing or simultaneous supply of air that has been
previously mechanically heated and air that has been previously
12. Safety factor. Design loads may be increased by up to cooled, either by cooling equipment or by economizer systems.
10 percent to account for unexpected loads or changes in space
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 144 (d): Zones served by a variable air-
usage. volume system that is designed and controlled to reduce, to a mini-
mum, the volume of reheated, recooled, or mixed air supply. For each
13. Other loads. Loads such as warm-up or cool-down shall be
zone, this minimum volume shall be no greater than the largest of the
calculated from principles based on the heat capacity of the build- following:
ing and its contents, the degree of setback, and desired recovery A. 30 percent of the peak supply volume; or
time; or may be assumed to be no more than 30 percent for heating B. The minimum required to meet the ventilation requirements of
and 10 percent for cooling of the steady-state design loads. The Section 121; or
steady-state load may include a safety factor in accordance with C. 0.4 cubic feet per minute (cfm) per square foot of conditioned
Section 144 (b) 12. floor area of the zone; or
D. 300 cfm.
(c) Power Consumption of Fans. Each fan system used for
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 144 (d): Zones with special pressuriza-
comfort space conditioning with a total fan power index over tion relationships or cross-contamination control needs.
25 horsepower shall meet the requirements of Item 1 or 2 below, as
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 144 (d): Zones served by space-
applicable. Total fan system power demand equals the sum of the conditioning systems in which at least 75 percent of the energy for re-
power demand of all fans in the system that are required to operate heating, or providing warm air in mixing systems, is provided from a
at design conditions in order to supply air from the heating or cool- site-recovered or site-solar energy source.
ing source to the conditioned space, and to return it back to the EXCEPTION 4 to Section 144 (d): Zones in which specific
source or to exhaust it to the outdoors; however, total fan system humidity levels are required to satisfy process needs.
power demand need not include the additional power demand EXCEPTION 5 to Section 144 (d): Zones with a peak supply-air
caused solely by air treatment or filtering systems with final pres- quantity of 300 cfm or less.
sure drops more than 1-inch water column (only the energy (e) Economizers.
accounted for by the amount of pressure drop that is over 1 inch 1. Each individual cooling fan system that has a design supply
may be excluded) or fan system power caused solely by process capacity over 2,500 cfm and a total mechanical cooling capacity
loads. over 75,000 Btu/hr shall include either:
1. Constant volume fan systems. The total fan power index of A. An air economizer capable of modulating outside-air
each fan system at design conditions shall not exceed 0.8 watts per and return-air dampers to supply 100 percent of the
cubic feet per minute of supply air. design supply air quantity as outside air; or
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B. A water economizer capable of providing 100 percent of than 10 percent of the total design output capacity of all heating equip-
the expected system cooling load as calculated in accor- ment serving the entire building.
dance with a method approved by the commission, at EXCEPTION 4 to Section 144 (g): Where the total capacity of all
outside air temperatures of 50_F dry-bulb/45_F electric resistance heating systems serving the building, excluding
those allowed under Exception 2, is no more than 3 kW.
wet-bulb and below.
EXCEPTION 5 to Section 144 (g): Where an electric resistance
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 144 (e) 1: Where it can be shown to the heating system serves an entire building that:
satisfaction of the enforcing agency that special outside air filtration A. Is not a high-rise residential or hotel/motel building; and
and treatment, for the reduction and treatment of unusual outdoor con-
B. Has a conditioned floor area no greater than 5,000 square feet;
taminants, makes compliance infeasible.
and
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 144 (e) 1: Where the use of outdoor air
C. Has no mechanical cooling; and
for cooling will affect other systems, such as humidification, dehumid-
ification, or supermarket refrigeration systems, so as to increase over- D. Is in an area where natural gas is not currently available and an
all building source energy use. extension of a natural gas system is impractical, as determined
by the natural gas utility.
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 144 (e) 1: Systems serving high-rise
residential living quarters and hotel/motel guest rooms. (h) Heat Rejection System Controls.
EXCEPTION 4 to Section 144 (e) 1: Where it can be shown to the 1. General. Section 144 (h) applies to heat rejection equipment
satisfaction of the enforcing agency that the use of outdoor air is detri- used in comfort cooling systems, such as air-cooled condensers,
mental to equipment or materials in a space or room served by a dedi- open cooling towers, closed-circuit cooling towers, and evapora-
cated space-conditioning system, such as a computer room or tive condensers.
telecommunications equipment room.
2. Fan speed control. Each fan powered by a motor of 7.5 hp
EXCEPTION 5 to Section 144 (e) 1: Where electrically operated
unitary air conditioners and heat pumps have cooling efficiencies that
(5.6 kW) or larger shall have the capability to operate that fan at
meet or exceed the efficiency requirements of Tables 1-X1 and 1-X2. two thirds of full speed or less, and shall have controls that
2. If an economizer is required by subparagraph 1, it shall be: automatically change the fan speed to control the leaving fluid
temperature or condensing temperature/pressure of the heat
A. Designed and equipped with controls so that economizer rejection device.
operation does not increase the building heating energy EXCEPTION to Section 144 (h):
use during normal operation; and A. Heat rejection devices included as an integral part of the equip-
ment listed in Tables 1-C1 through 1-C4.
B. Capable of providing partial cooling even when addi-
tional mechanical cooling is required to meet the B. Condenser fans serving multiple refrigerant circuits.
remainder of the cooling load. C. Condenser fans serving flooded condensers.
D. Up to one third of the fans on a condenser or tower with multiple
EXCEPTION to Section 144 (e) 2 A: Systems that provide 75 per- fans where the lead fans comply with the speed control require-
cent of the annual energy used for mechanical heating from site- ment.
recovered energy or a site-solar energy source.
3. Air-side economizers shall have high limit shutoff controls SECTION 145 — PRESCRIPTIVE REQUIREMENTS
complying with Table 1-X3. FOR SERVICE WATER-HEATING SYSTEMS
(f) Supply Air Temperature Reset Controls. Mechanical (a) Nonresidential and Hotel/Motel Occupancies. A service
space-conditioning systems supplying heated or cooled air to mul- water-heating system installed in a nonresidential or hotel/motel
tiple zones shall include controls that automatically reset supply- building complies with this section if it complies with the applica-
air temperatures: ble requirements of Sections 111, 113 and 123.
1. In response to representative building loads or to outdoor air (b) High-rise Residential Occupancies. A service water-heat-
temperature; and ing system installed in a high-rise residential building complies
2. By at least 25 percent of the difference between the design with this section if it complies with Section 151 (f) 8.
supply-air temperature and the design room air temperature.
Air distribution to zones that are likely to have constant loads, SECTION 146 — PRESCRIPTIVE REQUIREMENTS
such as interior zones, shall be designed for the fully reset supply FOR LIGHTING
temperature. A building complies with this section if its actual lighting power
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 144 (f): Systems that meet the require- density calculated under Subsection (a) is no greater than the
ments of Section 144 (d), without using Exception 1 or 2 to that section. allowed lighting power density calculated under Subsection (b).
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 144 (f): Where supply-air temperature (a) Calculation of Actual Lighting Power Density. The actual
reset would increase overall building energy use. lighting power of the proposed building area is the total watts of all
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 144 (f): Zones in which specific humid- planned permanent and portable lighting systems (including but
ity levels are required to satisfy process needs. not limited to, track and flexible lighting systems, lighting that is
(g) Electric Resistance Heating. Electric resistance heating integral with modular furniture, workstation task lights, portable
systems shall not be used for space heating. freestanding lights, lights attached to workstation panels, mov-
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 144 (g): Where an electric resistance able displays and cabinets, and internally illuminated case work
heating system supplements a heating system in which at least 60 per- for task or display purposes), subject to the following specific re-
cent of the annual energy requirement is supplied by site-solar or quirements and adjustments under Items 1 through 6.
recovered energy.
1. In office areas, if the actual watts of portable lighting are not
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 144 (g): Where an electric resistance
heating system supplements a heat pump heating system, and the heat-
known at the time of permitting, the actual lighting power for por-
ing capacity of the heat pump is more than 75 percent of the design table and integral lighting shall be determined using either Item A
heating load calculated in accordance with Section 144 (a) at the design or B following. However, upon installation of the portable lighting
outdoor temperature specified in Section 144 (b) 4. systems the building official may require resubmittal of com-
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 144 (g): Where the total capacity of all pliance documentation using installed lighting and equipment
electric resistance heating systems serving the entire building is less data.
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A. In office areas greater than 250 square feet with perma- switch’s program and time setting for at least 10 hours if
nently installed lighting systems, a portable lighting power is interrupted;
power of 0.2 watt per square foot shall be included in cal- I. Lighting equipment that is for sale;
culation of actual lighting power density.
J. Lighting demonstration equipment in lighting education
B. In office areas of 250 square feet or less, no additional facilities;
task lighting power will be required in the calculation of
actual lighting power. K. Lighting that is required for exit signs subject to Section
1013 of the 1997 UBC if it has an input power rating of
2. In office areas greater than 250 square feet with permanently five watts per illuminated face or less;
installed lighting systems, if sufficient supporting evidence is sub-
mitted and accepted by the building official, the actual power for L. Exitway or egress illumination that is normally off and
portable lighting shall be included in the calculation of actual that is subject to Section 1012 of the 1997 UBC;
lighting power. The individual signing the lighting plans, pursuant M. Exitway or egress lighting whose switching is regulated
to Division 3 of the California Business and Professions Code, by Article 3-700 of the California Electrical Code (Title
must clearly indicate on the plans the actual lighting power for the 24, Part 3);
portable lighting systems in the area.
N. In hotel/motel buildings, lighting in guest rooms;
3. Multiple interlocked lighting systems serving a space.
O. In high-rise residential buildings, lighting in living quar-
When multiple interlocked lighting systems serve a space, the
ters;
watts of all systems except the system with the highest wattage
may be excluded if: P. The lighting system using the least wattage in a redun-
dant lighting system interlocked or otherwise controlled
A. The lighting systems are interlocked to prevent simulta-
to prohibit simultaneous operation of more than one
neous operation; or
lighting system.
B. The lighting systems are controlled by a preset dimming
6. Lighting fixtures. The watts of track and other lighting fix-
system or other device that prevents simultaneous oper-
tures that allow the substitution of low efficacy sources for high
ation of more than one lighting system, except under the
efficacy sources without altering the wiring of the fixture shall be
direct control of authorized personnel.
determined in accordance with Section 130 (d) or by a method ap-
4. Reduction of wattage through controls. The watts of any proved by the commission.
luminaire that is controlled may be reduced by the number of watts (b) Calculation of Allowed Lighting Power Density. The
times the applicable factor from Table 1-L if: allowed lighting power density for each application for a building
A. The control complies with Section 119; and permit shall be calculated using one and only one of the methods
B. At least 50 percent of the light output of the luminaire is in Subsection 1, 2 or 3, as applicable.
within the applicable space listed in Table 1-L; and 1. Complete Building Method. The Complete Building
Method may be used only on projects involving entire buildings
C. Except as noted in Table 1-L, only one power adjustment with one occupancy type or mixed occupancy buildings where
factor is used for the luminaire; and one occupancy makes up 90 percent of the conditioned floor area
D. For daylighting control credits, the luminaire is con- of the entire building. This approach may only be used when the
trolled by the daylighting control, and the luminaire is applicant is applying for a lighting permit for, and submits plans
located within the daylit area. and specifications for, the entire building. Under this approach,
the allowed lighting power density is the lighting power density
5. Lighting wattage excluded. The watts of the following
value in Table 1-M times the conditioned floor area of the entire
lighting applications may be excluded from the actual lighting
power density of the building: building. Hotel/motel and high-rise residential buildings shall not
use this method.
A. Lighting for theme parks and special effects lighting for
2. Area category method. Under the Area Category Method,
dance floors;
the total allowed lighting power for the building is the sum of all
B. Lighting for film, video or photography studios; allowed lighting powers for all areas in the building. For purposes
C. Lighting for exhibits or for theatrical and other live per- of the Area Category Method, an “area” shall be defined as all con-
formances, in exhibit, convention areas, and in hotel tiguous spaces which accommodate or are associated with a single
function areas, if the lighting is in addition to a general one of the primary functions listed in Table 1-N. Where areas are
lighting system, and if the lighting is controlled by a bounded or separated by interior partitions, the floor space occu-
multiscene or theatrical cross-fade control station acces- pied by those interior partitions shall be included in any area.
sible only to authorized operators; When the area category method is used to calculate the allowed
total lighting power for an entire building, main entry lobbies, cor-
D. Specialized local lighting installed in nonlighting equip- ridors, restrooms, and support functions shall be treated as sepa-
ment by its manufacturer; rate areas.
E. In medical and clinical buildings, examination and sur- EXCEPTION to Section 146 (b) 2: The tailored method [Section
gical lights, low-level night lights, and lighting integral 146 (b) 3] may be used for up to 10 percent of the floor area of a building
to medical equipment; that is otherwise using the Area Category Method. The two lighting
methods cannot be used for the same floor area. The floor area for cal-
F. In restaurant buildings and areas, lighting for food culations based on the Tailored Method must be subtracted from the
warming or integral to food preparation equipment; floor area for the remainder of the building lighting calculations.
Trade-offs of lighting between the two methods is not allowed.
G. Interior lighting in refrigerated cases; 3. Tailored method. Under the Tailored Method, the allowed
H. Lighting for plant growth or maintenance if it is lighting power density shall be calculated as specified in Subsec-
equipped with an automatic 24-hour time switch that has tions (b) 3 A through I. Figure 1-B provides a flow chart of the
program backup capabilities that prevent the loss of the calculations.
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A. Determine the illuminance category of each task space For tasks where luminaires must be at or above a 15-foot
according to Table 1-P or, if the task is not listed in the mounting height, the result may be multiplied by the
table, according to the IES Handbook, Applications Vol- applicable figure from Table 1-R.
ume (1987 edition), incorporated herein by reference. F. Multiply the lighting power density value of each task
Selection of each illuminance category shall be justified space for illuminance categories E through I (from Item
on the plans submitted under Section 10-103 of Title 24, C) times the area of each task space (from Item D). For
Part 1. Categories E through I may be used only if the tasks where luminaires must be at or above a 15-foot
plans submitted under Section 10-103 of Title 24, Part 1 mounting height, the result may be multiplied by the
clearly identify all task spaces for such categories and applicable figure from Table 1-R.
the lighting designed to illuminate them.
B. Determine the lighting power density value of each task G. For each task space, choose the smaller of:
space for categories A through D according to Table 1-S. i. The result in Item E plus the result in Item F; or
C. Determine the lighting power density value of each task ii. The result in Item E plus the actual design watts of
space for categories E through I according to Table 1-S. the lighting equipment used for task spaces for illu-
D. Determine the area, in square feet and as measured from minance categories E through I and the gross sales
the middle of interior partitions, of each task space that wall area.
has a separate illuminance requirement. The illumi-
H. The values obtained in Item G may be increased by the
nance category of the following spaces shall be limited
following:
as stated:
i. Gross sales floor area. The gross sales floor area i. Very valuable merchandise. For lighting of very
shall be no more than 2.0 watts per square foot, plus valuable merchandise, the smaller of:
the allocation for sales feature floor displays. a. Twenty watts per square foot times the area of
ii. Sales feature floor displays. Illuminance category lighted case top; or
G may be used for no more than 10 percent of the b. The actual design wattage of the lighting equip-
gross sales floor area of the building. ment for the merchandise.
EXCEPTION to Section 146 (b) 3 D ii: For sales feature floor dis- ii. Ornamental chandeliers and sconces. For orna-
play lighting in stores with less than 800 square feet of gross sales area,
1,000 watts may be used.
mental chandeliers and sconces in performance
theater, religious worship, auditorium, mall, hotel
iii. Gross sales wall area. Gross sales wall areas shall function area, and lobby occupancy types, the
be no more than 2.0 watts per square foot, plus the smaller of:
allocation for sales feature wall displays.
a. Twenty watts per cubic foot times the volume of
iv. Sales feature wall displays. Illuminance category the chandelier or sconce; or
G may be used for no more than 10 percent of the b. One watt per square foot times the area of the
gross sales wall area. task space that the chandelier or sconce is in; or
v. Private offices and work areas. Illuminance cate- c. The actual design wattage of the chandelier or
gory E may be used for up to 50 percent of the sconce.
actual private office or work area; the rest of the pri- I. Add the results in Item G for all task spaces in the build-
vate office or work area shall be no more than 0.4 ing plus the additional watts allowed in Item H. The re-
watts per square foot. sult is the allowed lighting power of the building under
vi. Public area displays. Illuminance category G may the Tailored Method.
be used for no more than 10 percent of the public
display area of the building.
SECTION 147 — Reserved.
E. Multiply the lighting power density value of each task
space for illuminance categories A through D (from
Item B) times the area of each task space (from Item D). SECTION 148 — Reserved.

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TABLE 1-H—PRESCRIPTIVE ENVELOPE CRITERIA FOR NONRESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

(Except high-rise residential buildings and guest rooms of hotel/motel buildings)
CLIMATE ZONES
1,16 3-5 6-9 2, 10-13 14, 15

Roof/Ceiling
R-value or 19 19 11 19 19
U-factor 0.057 0.057 0.078 0.057 0.057
Wall
R-value or 13 11 11 13 13
U-factor
Wood frame 0.084 0.092 0.092 0.084 0.084
Metal frame 0.182 0.189 0.189 0.182 0.182
Mass/7.0<HC<15.0 0.340 0.430 0.430 0.430 0.430
Mass/15.0<HC 0.360 0.650 0.690 0.650 0.400
Other 0.084 0.092 0.092 0.084 0.084
Floor/Soffit
R-value or 19 11 11 11 11
U-factor
Mass/7.0<HC 0.097 0.158 0.158 0.097 0.158
Other 0.050 0.076 0.076 0.076 0.076
Windows
U-factor 0.49 0.81 0.81 0.49 0.49
Relative solar heat gain
Non- Non- Non- Non- Non-
North North North North North North North North North North
0-10% WWR 0.49 0.72 0.61 0.61 0.61 0.61 0.47 0.61 0.46 0.61
11-20% WWR 0.43 0.49 0.55 0.61 0.61 0.61 0.36 0.51 0.36 0.51
21-30% WWR 0.43 0.47 0.41 0.61 0.39 0.61 0.36 0.47 0.36 0.47
31-40% WWR 0.43 0.47 0.41 0.61 0.34 0.61 0.31 0.47 0.31 0.40
Skylights
U-factor Glass w/Curb 0.99 1.18 1.18 0.99 0.99
Glass wo/Curb 0.57 0.68 0.68 0.57 0.57
Plastic w/Curb 0.87 1.30 1.30 1.10 1.10
SHGC—Glass 0--2% 0.68 0.79 0.79 0.46 0.46
2.1--5% 0.46 0.40 0.40 0.36 0.36
SHGC—Plastic 0--2% 0.77 0.79 0.77 0.77 0.71
2.1--5% 0.58 0.65 0.62 0.62 0.58

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TABLE 1-I—PRESCRIPTIVE ENVELOPE CRITERIA FOR

HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS AND GUEST ROOMS OF HOTEL/MOTEL BUILDINGS
CLIMATE ZONES
1,16 3-5 6-9 2, 10-13 14, 15

Roof/Ceiling
R-value or 30 19 19 30 30
U-factor 0.037 0.051 0.051 0.037 0.037
Wall
R-value or 19 11 11 13 13
U-factor
Wood frame 0.063 0.092 0.092 0.084 0.084
Metal frame 0.140 0.181 0.181 0.175 0.175
Mass/7.0<HC<15.0 0.340 0.430 0.430 0.430 0.430
Mass/15.0<HC 0.360 0.650 0.690 0.650 0.400
Other 0.063 0.092 0.092 0.084 0.084
Floor/Soffit
R-value or 19 11 11 11 11
U-factor
Mass/7.0<HC 0.097 0.158 0.158 0.097 0.097
Other 0.050 0.076 0.076 0.076 0.076
Raised concrete R-value 8 * * * *
Windows
U-factor 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49
Relative solar heat gain
Non- Non- Non- Non- Non-
North North North North North North North North North North
0-10% WWR 0.46 0.68 0.41 0.61 0.47 0.61 0.36 0.49 0.36 0.47
11-20% WWR 0.46 0.68 0.40 0.61 0.40 0.61 0.36 0.49 0.31 0.43
21-30% WWR 0.36 0.47 0.31 0.61 0.36 0.61 0.31 0.40 0.26 0.43
31-40% WWR 0.30 0.47 0.26 0.55 0.31 0.61 0.26 0.40 0.26 0.31
Skylights
U-factor Glass w/Curb 0.99 1.18 1.18 0.99 0.99
Glass wo/Curb 0.57 0.68 0.68 0.57 0.57
Plastic w/Curb 0.87 1.30 1.30 1.10 0.87
SHGC—Glass 0--2% 0.46 0.58 0.61 0.46 0.46
2.1--5% 0.36 0.32 0.40 0.32 0.31
SHGC—Plastic 0--2% 0.71 0.65 0.65 0.65 0.65
2.1--5% 0.55 0.39 0.65 0.34 0.27
*Required insulation levels for concrete raised floors are R-8 in Climate Zones 2, 11, 13 and 14; R-4 in Climate Zones 12 and 15, and R-0 in Climate Zones 3 through
10.

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TABLE 1-J—TEMPERATURE AND SOLAR FACTORS

TEMPERATURE FACTOR (TF)
Envelope Construction
SOLAR FACTOR (SF)
CLIMATE ZONE Light Mass Medium Mass Heavy Mass (Btu/hr-ft2)
1 14 3 1 128
2 40 30 28 126
3 28 18 16 126
4 32 22 20 125
5 27 17 15 124
6 28 18 16 123
7 27 17 15 123
8 33 23 21 123
9 42 31 29 123
10 45 35 33 123
11 49 38 36 127
12 45 34 32 126
13 45 35 33 125
14 52 42 40 125
15 55 45 43 123
16 34 23 21 128
Light Mass: Heat Capacity < 7 Btu/ft2 -- °F
Medium Mass: Heat Capacity > = 7 and <15 Btu/ft2 -- °F
Heavy Mass: Heat Capacity > = 15 Btu/ft2 -- °F

TABLE 1-K—GLAZING ORIENTATION WEIGHTING FACTORS (WFG ), (WFR ) and (WFS )

CLIMATE ZONE WFnorth WFsouth WFwest WFeast WFsky WFroof
NONRESIDENTIAL
1 0.56 1.25 1.16 1.03 1.48 0.93
2 0.56 1.30 1.18 0.96 2.34 1.12
3 0.51 1.28 1.24 0.97 2.42 0.84
4 0.55 1.20 1.24 1.01 2.53 0.96
5 0.58 1.25 1.18 0.98 2.48 0.80
6 0.56 1.23 1.21 1.00 2.40 0.84
7 0.57 1.30 1.17 0.97 2.36 0.87
8 0.60 1.26 1.14 1.00 2.47 0.98
9 0.56 1.36 1.11 0.97 2.29 0.97
10 0.60 1.38 1.07 0.95 2.19 1.02
11 0.55 1.19 1.17 1.10 2.37 0.89
12 0.55 1.17 1.21 1.07 2.40 0.92
13 0.58 1.15 1.17 1.10 2.39 1.04
14 0.57 1.17 1.20 1.07 2.46 1.13
15 0.61 1.27 1.05 1.07 2.29 0.92
16 0.51 1.27 1.15 1.07 2.20 1.03
HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL
1 0.50 1.24 1.23 1.03 1.36 0.82
2 0.55 1.29 1.23 0.94 2.30 1.08
3 0.47 1.28 1.29 0.96 2.42 0.80
4 0.54 1.17 1.33 0.96 2.53 0.96
5 0.49 1.28 1.25 0.97 2.48 0.77
6 0.55 1.20 1.26 0.99 2.37 0.79
7 0.55 1.28 1.21 0.96 2.37 0.88
8 0.57 1.26 1.20 0.97 2.44 0.96
9 0.53 1.39 1.14 0.94 2.24 0.93
10 0.59 1.34 1.12 0.94 1.92 1.00
11 0.53 1.14 1.27 1.06 2.23 0.88
12 0.55 1.14 1.29 1.03 2.31 0.91
13 0.57 1.12 1.27 1.05 2.27 1.02
14 0.57 1.13 1.28 1.02 2.38 1.08
15 0.59 1.26 1.12 1.03 2.26 0.90
16 0.49 1.24 1.25 1.01 2.02 0.95

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TABLE 1-M

TABLE 1-L—LIGHTING POWER ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

TYPE OF CONTROL TYPE OF SPACE FACTOR

Occupant sensor Any space < 250 square feet enclosed by opaque floor-to-ceiling partitions; 0.20
with separate sensor for each space any size classroom, corridor or conference or waiting room
Rooms of any size that are used exclusively for storage 0.60
Greater than 250 square feet 0.10
Dimming system Hotels/motels, restaurants, auditoriums, theaters 0.10
Manual
Multiscene programmable Hotels/motels, restaurants, auditoriums, theaters 0.20
Tuning Any space 0.10
Automatic time switch control < 250 square feet and with a timed manual override at each switch location 0.05
device required by Section 131 (a), and controlling only the lights in the area
enclosed by ceiling-height partitions.
Combined controls
Occupant sensor with Hotels/motels, restaurants, auditoriums, theaters 0.35
programmable multiscene
dimming system
Occupant sensor with a separate Any space < 250 square feet within a daylit area and enclosed by opaque 0.10 (may be added to daylighting
sensor for each space used in floor-to-ceiling partitions control credit)
conjunction with daylighting con-
trols and separate sensor for each
space
Automatic Daylighting Controls (Stepped/Dimming)
WINDOWS
Window Wall Ratio

Glazing Type < 20% 20% to 40% > 40 %

VLT > 60% 0.20/0.30 0.30/0.40 0.40/0.40
VLT ≥ 35 and 0/0 0.20/0.30 0.30/0.40
< 60% 0/0 0/0 0.20/0.40
VLT < 35%
SKYLIGHTS
Percentage of Gross Exterior Roof Area

Glazing Type < 1% 1% to 3% > 3%

VLT > 60% 0/0.30 0.15/0.40 0.30/0.40
VLT ≥ 35 and 0/0.20 0/0.30 0.15/0.40
< 60% 0/0.10 0/0.20 0/0.30
VLT < 35%

TABLE 1-M—COMPLETE BUILDING METHOD—LIGHTING POWER DENSITY VALUES (Watts/ft2)

TYPE OF USE ALLOWED LIGHTING POWER

General commercial and industrial work buildings

High bay 1.2
Low bay 1.0
Grocery stores 1.5
Industrial and commercial storage buildings 0.7
Medical buildings and clinics 1.2
Office buildings 1.2
Religious facilities and auditoriums 1.8
Convention centers 1.4
Restaurants 1.2
Retail and wholesale stores 1.7
Schools 1.4
Theaters 1.3
All others 0.6

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TABLE 1-N—AREA CATEGORY METHOD—LIGHTING POWER DENSITY VALUES (Watts/ft2)

PRIMARY FUNCTION ALLOWED LIGHTING POWER
Auditorium 2.0*
Auto repair 1.2
Bank/financial institution 1.4
Classrooms, lecture, training, vocational room 1.6
Commercial and industrial storage 0.6
Convention, conference, multipurpose and meeting centers 1.5*
Corridors, restrooms, stairs and support areas 0.6
Dining 1.1*
Electrical, mechanical rooms 0.7
Exercise center, gymnasium 1.0
Exhibit, museum 2.0
General commercial and industrial work
High bay 1.2
Low bay 1.0
Grocery store 1.6
Hotel function area 2.2*
Kitchen, food preparation 1.7
Laundry 0.9
Library
Reading areas 1.2
Stacks 1.5
Lobbies:
Hotel lobby 1.7*
Main entry lobby 1.5*
Reception/waiting 1.1*
Locker/dressing room 0.8
Lounge/recreation 1.1
Malls, arcades and atria 1.2*
Medical and clinical care 1.4
Office 1.3
Precision commercial or industrial work 1.5
Religious worship 2.1*
Retail sales, wholesale showrooms 2.0
Theaters
Motion picture 0.9
Performance 1.4*
All other 0.6
*The smallest of the following values may be added to the allowed lighting power listed in Table 1-N for ornamental chande-
liers and sconces that are switched or dimmed on circuits different from the circuits for general lighting:
a. Twenty watts per cubic foot times the volume of the chandelier or sconce; or
b. One watt per square foot times the area of the task space that the chandelier or sconce is in; or
c. The actual design wattage of the chandelier or sconce.

TABLE 1-P—ILLUMINANCE CATEGORIES FOR TASKS

TASK AREA ILLUMINANCE CATEGORY
Church
Altar, ark, reredos E
Choir and chancel D
Main worship area D
Pulpit, rostrum E
Dining D
Office D*
Public area displays G
Sales feature displays G
*Office Lighting American National Standard Practice ANSI/IES RP-1, 1993, shall be used to determine the illuminance cate-
gory for each office task area that requires an illuminance level higher than category D. The illuminance category for visual
task requirements selected for each office task area shall not be based on:
a. Poor quality tasks that can be improved; or
b. Tasks that are performed for less than two hours per day.

TABLE 1-R—MOUNTING HEIGHT MULTIPLIERS

REQUIRED MOUNTING HEIGHT (Feet) MULTIPLIER

15 1.15
16 1.21
17 1.47
18 1.65
1.84
19 2.04
20 or more

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TABLE 1-X2

TABLE 1-S—ILLUMINANCE CATEGORIES A THROUGH I—LIGHTING POWER DENSITY VALUES (Watts/ft2)

ILLUMINANCE CATEGORY ROOM CAVITY RATIO

0 to < 3.5 ≥ 3.5 to < 7 ≥7+

A 0.2 0.3 0.4

B 0.4 0.5 0.7
C 0.6 0.7 1.1
D 0.99 1.24 1.49
E 2.31 2.97 3.88
Task area < 2 ft2 or Task area > 2 ft2
throw distance > 8 ft and throw distance < 8 ft
F 9.0 4.5
G 23.4 11.7
H 56.7 29.7
I 117.0 58.5

TABLE 1-X1—ECONOMIZER TRADEOFF TABLE FOR ELECTRICALLY OPERATED UNITARY AIR CONDITIONERS
SIZE CATEGORY
CLIMATE ZONE >=760,000 >=240,000 and <760,000 >=135,000 and <240,000 >=65,000 and <135,000
1 N/A N/A N/A N/A
2 N/A N/A N/A N/A
3 N/A N/A N/A N/A
4 11.9 12.2 12.4 N/A
5 N/A N/A N/A N/A
6 N/A N/A N/A N/A
7 N/A N/A N/A N/A
8 11.9 12.2 12.4 N/A
9 11.6 11.9 12.1 N/A
10 11.4 11.7 11.9 12.4
11 11.5 11.8 12.0 N/A
12 11.7 12.0 12.2 N/A
13 11.2 11.5 11.7 12.3
14 11.7 12.0 12.2 N/A
15 10.0 10.4 10.6 11.3
16 N/A N/A N/A N/A

TABLE 1-X2—ECONOMIZER TRADEOFF TABLE FOR ELECTRICALLY OPERATED UNITARY HEAT PUMPS
SIZE CATEGORY

CLIMATE ZONE >=240,000 >=135,000 and <240,000 >=65,000 and <135,000

1 N/A N/A N/A
2 N/A N/A N/A
3 N/A N/A N/A
4 11.7 12.1 N/A
5 N/A N/A N/A
6 N/A N/A N/A
7 12.3 N/A N/A
8 11.7 12.0 N/A
9 11.3 11.7 12.5
10 11.1 11.5 12.3
11 11.3 11.6 12.4
12 11.5 11.8 N/A
13 10.9 11.3 12.1
14 11.5 11.8 N/A
15 9.8 10.1 11.1
16 N/A N/A N/A

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FIGURE 1-B

TABLE 1-X3—AIR ECONOMIZER HIGH LIMIT SHUT OFF CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED HIGH LIMIT (ECONOMIZER OFF WHEN):
DEVICE TYPE CLIMATE ZONES
Equation Description
Fixed dry bulb 1, 2, 3, 5, 11, 13, 14, 15 and 16 TOA > 75_F Outside air temperature exceeds
75_F
4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12 TOA > 70_F Outside air temperature exceeds
70_F
Differential dry bulb All TOA > TRA Outside air temperature exceeds
return air temperature
Fixed enthalpy1 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12 hOA > 28 Btu/lb2 Outside air enthalpy exceeds
28 Btu/lb of dry air2
Electronic enthalpy All (TOA, RHOA) > A Outside air temperature/RH exceeds
the “A” set-point curve3
Differential enthalpy All hOA > hRA Outside air enthalpy exceeds return
air enthalpy
1Fixed enthalpy controls are prohibited in climate zones 1, 2, 3, 5, 11, 13, 14, 15 and 16.
2At altitudes substantially different than sea level, the fixed enthalpy limit value shall be set to the enthalpy value at 75_F and 50 percent relative humidity. As an
example, at approximately 6000-foot elevation, the fixed enthalpy limit is approximately 30.7 Btu/lb.
3Setpoint “A” corresponds to a curve on the psychometric chart that goes through a point at approximately 75_F and 40 percent relative humidity and is nearly
parallel to dry bulb lines at low humidity levels and nearly parallel to enthalpy lines at high humidity levels.

FIGURE 1-B—DETERMINING ALLOCATIONS WITHIN THE

TAILORED METHOD IN SECTION 146 (b) 3
ILLUMINANCE CATEGORY
STEP A-D E-I
See the following subsections
Determine illuminance catetgories for each space (b) 3 A (b) 3 A
Determine LPD value for each space (b) 3 B (b) 3 C
Determine area of each space (b) 3 D (b) 3 D
Determine total watts for each space (b) 3 E (b) 3 F
Determine allowed watts for each space (b) 3 G (b) 3 G
Determine additional allotments allowed (b) 3 H (b) 3 H
Determine allowed power density of the building (b) 3 I (b) 3 I

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149

SUBCHAPTER 6
NONRESIDENTIAL, HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, AND HOTEL/MOTEL
OCCUPANCIES—ADDITIONS, ALTERATIONS, AND REPAIRS

SECTION 149 — ADDITIONS, ALTERATIONS, AND C. New lighting systems installed in conjunction with an
REPAIRS TO EXISTING BUILDINGS THAT WILL BE increase in conditioned floor area, such as adding a mez-
NONRESIDENTIAL, HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL, AND zanine, shall meet the requirements of Section 146; and
HOTEL/MOTEL OCCUPANCIES D. Alterations to existing lighting systems that increase the
(a) Additions. Additions shall meet either Item 1 or 2 below. connected lighting load or replace more than 50 percent
of the lighting fixtures shall meet the requirements of
1. Prescriptive approach. The envelope and lighting of the Section 146; and
addition, and any newly installed space-conditioning or water-
heating system serving the addition, shall meet the applicable E. New service water-heating systems shall meet the
requirements of Sections 110 through 139, and Sections 142 requirements of Section 145.
through 146. EXCEPTION to Section 149 (b) 1 A ii: When a portion of an entire
building’s fenestration is repaired or replaced, or 50 square feet or less
2. Performance approach. of glass is added, compliance with the solar heat gain coefficient re-
A. The envelope and lighting of the addition, and any newly quirements of Section 143 is not required.
installed space-conditioning or water-heating system 2. Performance approach.
serving the addition, shall meet the applicable require- A. The altered envelope, space conditioning, lighting and
ments of Sections 110 through 139; and water heating components, and any newly installed
B. Either: equipment serving the alteration, shall meet the applica-
i. The addition alone shall comply with Section 141; ble requirements of Sections 110 through 139; and
or B. Either:
ii. The energy efficiency of the existing building shall i. The permitted space alone shall comply with Sec-
be improved so that the entire building meets the tion 141; or
energy budget in Section 141 that would apply to ii. The energy efficiency of the existing building shall
the entire building if the existing building was be improved so that the entire building meets the
unchanged and the addition alone complied with energy budget in Section 141 that would apply to
Item 1. the entire building, if the existing building was
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 149 (a): When heating, cooling or ser- unchanged and the permitted space alone complied
vice water heating to an addition are provided by expanding existing with Item i above.
systems, the existing systems and equipment need not comply with
Sections 110 through 129, or Sections 144 through 145. 3. Semiconditioned nonresidential buildings. The altered
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 149 (a): Where an existing system with lighting components and any newly installed lighting equipment
electric reheat is expanded by adding variable air volume (VAV) boxes serving the alteration within an existing semiconditioned space,
to serve an addition, total electric reheat capacity may be expanded not shall meet the applicable requirements of Sections 119, and 130
to exceed 50 percent of the existing installed electric heating capacity through 132. Alterations to existing lighting systems that increase
in any one permit and the system need not comply with Section 144 (g). the connected lighting load or replace more than 50 percent of the
Additional electric reheat capacity in excess of 50 percent may be add-
ed subject to the requirements of the Section 144 (g).
lighting fixtures shall meet the requirements of Section 146.
(b) Alterations. Alterations to existing nonresidential, high- EXCEPTION 1 to Section 149 (b): When heating, cooling or ser-
vice water heating for an alteration are provided by expanding existing
rise residential, or hotel/motel buildings or alterations in conjunc- systems, the existing systems and equipment need not comply with
tion with a change in building occupancy to a nonresidential, Sections 110 through 129 and Section 144 or 145.
high-rise residential or hotel/motel occupancy not subject to Sub- EXCEPTION 2 to Section 149 (b): When existing heating, cooling
section (a) shall meet either Item 1, 2 or 3 below. or service water heating systems or components are moved within a
1. Prescriptive approach. The altered envelope, space condi- building, the existing systems or components need not comply with
tioning, lighting and water heating components, and any newly in- Sections 110 through 129 and Section 144 or 145.
stalled equipment serving the alteration, shall meet the applicable EXCEPTION 3 to Section 149 (b): Where an existing system with
electric reheat is expanded when adding variable air volume (VAV)
requirements of Sections 110 through 132; and boxes to serve an alteration, total electric reheat capacity may be
A. Alterations to the building envelope shall: expanded not to exceed 20 percent of the existing installed electric ca-
pacity in any one permit and the system need not comply with Section
i. Neither increase the overall heat gain nor increase 144 (g). Additional electric reheat capacity in excess of 20 percent may
the overall heat loss of the building envelope for be added subject to the requirements of Section 144 (g).
which a permit is sought; or (c) Repairs. Repairs shall not increase the preexisting energy
ii. Meet the requirements of Section 143 for the al- consumption of the repaired component, system or equipment.
tered component; and (d) Alternate Method of Compliance. Any addition, alteration
B. New space-conditioning systems shall meet the require- or repair may comply with the requirements of Title 24, Part 6 by
ments of Section 144; and meeting the applicable requirements for the entire building.

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2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE 150
150

SUBCHAPTER 7
LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS—MANDATORY FEATURES AND DEVICES

SECTION 150 — MANDATORY FEATURES AND (e) Installation of Fireplaces, Decorative Gas Appliances
DEVICES and Gas Logs.
1. If a masonry or factory-built fireplace is installed, it shall
Any new construction in a low-rise residential building shall meet have the following:
the requirements of this section.
A. Closable metal or glass doors covering the entire open-
(a) Ceiling Insulation. The opaque portions of ceilings separat- ing of the firebox;
ing conditioned spaces from unconditioned spaces or ambient air
shall meet the requirements of either Item 1 or 2 below: B. A combustion air intake to draw air from the outside of
the building directly into the firebox, which is at least 6
1. Ceilings shall be insulated between wood-framing members square inches in area and is equipped with a readily
with insulation resulting in an installed thermal resistance of R-19 accessible, operable and tight-fitting damper or com-
or greater for the insulation alone. bustion-air control device; and
ALTERNATIVE to Section 150 (a) 1: Insulation which is not EXCEPTION to Section 150 (e) 1 B: An outside combustion-air
penetrated by framing members may meet an R-value equivalent to intake is not required if the fireplace will be installed over concrete slab
installing R-19 insulation between wood-framing members and ac- flooring and the fireplace will not be located on an exterior wall.
counting for the thermal effects of framing members. C. A flue damper with a readily accessible control.
2. The weighted average U-factor of ceilings shall not exceed EXCEPTION to Section 150 (e) 1 C: When a gas log, log lighter
the U-factor that would result from installing R-19 insulation or decorative gas appliance is installed in a fireplace, the flue damper
between wood-framing members in the entire ceiling and ac- shall be blocked open if required by the manufacturer’s installation
instructions or the California Mechanical Code.
counting for the effects of framing members.
2. Continuous burning pilot lights and the use of indoor air for
(b) Loose-fill Insulation. When loose-fill insulation is cooling a firebox jacket, when that indoor air is vented to the out-
installed, the minimum installed weight per square foot shall con- side of the building, are prohibited.
form with the insulation manufacturer’s installed design weight
per square foot at the manufacturer’s labeled R-value. (f) Infiltration Barrier. If an infiltration barrier is installed to
meet the requirements of Section 151, it must have an air porosity
(c) Wall Insulation. The opaque portions of frame walls sepa- of less than 5 ft3 per hour per square foot per inch of mercury pres-
rating conditioned spaces from unconditioned spaces or ambient sure difference when tested in accordance with the requirements
air shall meet the requirements of either Item 1 or 2 below: of ASTM E 283-91. If a vapor barrier functions as an infiltration
barrier it shall be located on the conditioned side of the exterior
1. Wood-framed walls shall be insulated between framing framing.
members with insulation having an installed thermal resistance of
R-13 or greater. Framed foundation walls of heated basements or (g) Vapor Barriers. In Climate Zones 14 and 16 shown in Fig-
heated crawl spaces shall be insulated above the adjacent outside ure 1-A, a vapor barrier shall be installed on the conditioned space
ground line with insulation having an installed thermal resistance side of all insulation in all exterior walls, unvented attics and un-
of at least R-13. vented crawl spaces to protect insulation from condensation.
ALTERNATIVE to Section 150 (c) 1: Insulation which is not
If a building has a control ventilation crawl space, a vapor barri-
penetrated by framing members may meet an R-value equivalent to in- er shall be placed over the earth floor of the crawl space to reduce
stalling R-13 insulation between wood-framing members and account- moisture entry and protect insulation from condensation, as spe-
ing for the thermal effects of framing members. cifed in the alternative to Section 150 (d).
2. The weighted average U-factor of walls shall not exceed the (h) Space-conditioning Equipment.
U-factor that would result from installing R-13 insulation between 1. Building design heat loss rate and design heat gain rate shall
wood-framing members and accounting for the effects of framing be determined using a method based on any one of the following:
members.
A. The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and
(d) Raised-floor Insulation. Raised floors separating condi- Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Handbook and
tioned space from unconditioned space shall meet the require- Product Directory, Equipment Volume (1996), HVAC
ments of either Item 1 or 2 below: Applications Volume (1995), and Fundamentals Vol-
1. Floors shall be insulated between wood-framing members ume (1993), or
with insulation having an installed thermal resistance of R-13 or B. The Sheet Metal Air Conditioning Contractors National
greater. Association (SMACNA) Installation Standards for Res-
idential Heating and Air Conditioning Systems, or
2. The weighted average U-factor of floor assemblies shall not
exceed the U-factor that would result from installing R-13 insula- C. The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)
tion between wood-framing members and accounting for the Manual J.
effects of framing members. The design heat loss rate and design heat gain rate are two of the
ALTERNATIVE to Section 150 (d) 1 and 2: Raised floor insula-
criteria that shall be used for equipment sizing and selection.
tion may be omitted if the foundation walls are insulated to meet the NOTE to Section 150 (h) 1: Heating systems must meet the mini-
wall insulation minimums shown in Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, a va- mum heating capacity required by UBC Section 310.11. The furnace
por barrier is placed over the entire floor of the crawl space, and vents output capacity and other specifications are published in the commis-
are fitted with automatically operated louvers that are temperature sion’s directory of certified equipment or other directories approved by
actuated. the commission.

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2. Design conditions. For the purpose of sizing the space- shielding from solar radiation that can cause degradation of the
conditioning (HVAC) system, the indoor design temperatures material.
shall be 70_F for heating and 78_F for cooling. The outdoor de- Insulation covering chilled water piping and refrigerant suction
sign temperatures for heating shall be no lower than the Winter piping located outside the conditioned space shall include a vapor
Median of Extremes column. The outdoor design temperatures for retardant located outside the insulation (unless the insulation is in-
cooling shall be from the 0.5 percent Summer Design Dry Bulb herently vapor retardant), all penetrations and joints of which shall
and the 0.5 percent Wet Bulb columns for cooling, based on per- be sealed.
cent-of-year in ASHRAE publication SPCDX: Climate Data for
Region X, Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada, 1982, incor- 4. Solar water-heating systems and/or collectors shall be certi-
porated herein by reference. fied by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation.
(i) Setback Thermostats. All heating and/or cooling systems (k) Lighting.
other than wood stoves shall have an automatic thermostat with a 1. Luminaires for general lighting in kitchens shall have lamps
clock mechanism or other setback mechanism approved by the with an efficacy of not less than 40 lumens per watt. General light-
executive director that shuts the system off during periods of non- ing must provide a sufficient light level for basic kitchen tasks and
use and that allows the building occupant to automatically set provide a uniform pattern of illumination. A luminaire(s) that is
back the thermostat set points for at least two periods within 24 (are) the only lighting in a kitchen will be considered general light-
hours. ing. General lighting shall be controlled by a switch on a readily
EXCEPTION to Section 150 (i): Gravity gas wall heaters, gravity
accessible lighting control panel at an entrance to the kitchen.
floor heaters, gravity room heaters, noncentral electric heaters, room Additional luminaires to be used only for specific decorative
air conditioners, and room air-conditioner heat pumps need not comply effects need not meet this requirement.
with this requirement. Additionally, room air-conditioner heat pumps
need not comply with Section 112 (b). The resulting increase in energy 2. Each room containing a shower or bathtub shall have at least
use due to elimination of the setback thermostat shall be factored into one luminaire with lamp(s) with an efficacy of 40 lumens per watt
the compliance analysis in accordance with a method prescribed by the or greater. If there is more than one luminaire in the room, the
executive director. high-efficacy luminaire shall be switched at an entrance to the
(j) Pipe and Tank Systems. room.
1. Storage tank insulation. ALTERNATIVE to Section 150 (k) 2: A high-efficacy luminaire
need not be installed in a bathroom if:
A. Storage gas water heaters with an energy factor < 0.58 A. A luminaire with lamps with an efficacy of 40 lumens per watt
shall be externally wrapped with insulation having an or greater is installed in a utility room, laundry room, or garage; and
installed thermal resistance of R-12 or greater. B. All luminaires permanently mounted to the residence providing
outdoor lighting shall be installed with the following characteristics:
B. Unfired hot water tanks, such as storage tanks and back- (1) Luminaires with lamps with 40 lumens per watt or greater; or
up storage tanks for solar water-heating systems, shall (2) Luminaires with lamps with an efficacy of less than 40 lumens
be externally wrapped with insulation having an per watt shall be equipped with a motion sensor.
installed thermal resistance of R-12 or greater or have NOTE: When using this alternative for multiple bathrooms, after
internal insulation of at least R-16 and a label on the ex- complying with Item B for the first bathroom, each additional bath-
terior of the tank showing the insulation R-value. room in which a high-efficacy luminaire is not installed must comply
with Item A alone.
2. Piping, whether buried or unburied, for recirculating sec- 3. Luminaires installed to meet the 40 lumens per watt require-
tions of domestic hot water systems, piping from the heating ments of Section 150 (k) 1 or 2 shall not contain medium base in-
source to the storage tank for an indirect-fired domestic water- candescent lamp sockets, and shall be on separate switches from
heating system, cooling system piping below 55_F, and the first any incandescent lighting.
5 feet of hot and cold water pipes from the storage tank for nonre-
circulating systems shall be thermally insulated in accordance 4. All incandescent lighting fixtures recessed into insulated
with Table 1-T. ceilings shall be approved for zero-clearance insulation cover (IC)
by Underwriters Laboratories or other testing/rating laboratories
EXCEPTION to Section 150 (j) 2: The following piping does not
recognized by the International Conference of Building Officials.
have to be thermally insulated:
A. Factory-installed piping within space-conditioning equipment; (l) Slab Edge Insulation. Material used for slab edge insulation
and shall meet the following minimum specifications:
B. Piping that conveys fluids that have a design operating tempera- 1. Water absorption rate no greater than 0.3 percent when
ture range between 55_F and 105_F. tested in accordance with ASTM C 271-94.
NOTE to Section 150 (j) 2: Where the executive director approves a
water heater calculation method for a particular water heating recircu-
2. Water vapor permeance no greater than 2.0 perm/inch when
lation system, piping insulation requirements shall be those specified in tested in accordance with ASTM E 96-95.
the approved calculation method. 3. Concrete slab perimeter insulation must be protected from
3. Insulation Protection. Insulation shall be protected from physical damage and ultraviolet light deterioration.
damage, including that due to sunlight, moisture, equipment (m) Air-distribution System Ducts, Plenums and Fans.
maintenance, and wind, including but not limited to, the follow- 1. CMC compliance. All air-distribution system ducts and
ing: plenums, including but not limited to, mechanical closets and air-
Insulation exposed to weather shall be suitable for outdoor ser- handler boxes, shall be installed, sealed and insulated to meet the
vice, e.g., protected by aluminum, sheet metal, painted canvas, or requirements of the 1998 CMC Sections 601, 603 and 604 and
plastic cover. Cellular foam insulation shall be protected as above Standard 6-34, incorporated herein by reference. Portions convey-
or painted with a coating that is water retardant and provides ing conditioned air shall either be insulated to a minimum in-

4On and after the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2000 CMC, duct insulation, sealing and insulation shall comply
with Sections 601, 602, 604, 605 and Standard 6-5 of the 2000 CMC.

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stalled level of R-4.2 (or any higher level required by CMC ii. Drawbands shall have a minimum tensile strength
Section 6045) or be enclosed entirely in conditioned space. Con- rating of 150 pounds.
nections of metal ducts and the inner core of flexible ducts shall be
iii. Drawbands shall be tightened as recommended by
mechanically fastened. Openings shall be sealed with mastic,
the manufacturer with an adjustable tensioning
tape, aerosol sealant or other duct-closure system that meets the
tool.
applicable requirements of UL 181, UL 181A or UL 181B. If mas-
tic or tape is used to seal openings greater than 1/4 inch, the com- F. Aerosol-sealant closures.
bination of mastic and either mesh or tape shall be used.
i. Aerosol sealants shall meet the applicable require-
Building cavities, support platforms for air handlers, and ple- ments of UL 181, UL 181A or UL 181B and be
nums defined or constructed with materials other than sealed sheet applied according to manufacturer specifications.
metal, duct board or flexible duct shall not be used for conveying
conditioned air. Building cavities and support platforms may con- ii. Tapes or mastics used in combination with aerosol
tain ducts. Ducts installed in cavities and support platforms shall sealing shall meet the requirements of this section.
not be compressed to cause reductions in the cross-sectional area 4. All duct insulation product R-values shall be based on insu-
of the ducts. lation only (excluding air films, vapor barriers or other duct com-
2. Factory-fabricated duct systems. ponents) and tested C-values at 75_F mean temperature at the
installed thickness, in accordance with ASTM C 518-85 or ASTM
A. All factory-fabricated duct systems shall comply with C 177-85, incorporated herein by reference, and certified pursuant
UL 181 for ducts and closure systems, including collars, to Section 118.
connections and splices.
5. The installed thickness of duct insulation used to determine
B. All pressure-sensitive tapes, heat-activated tapes, and its R-value shall be determined as follows:
mastics used in the manufacture of rigid fiberglass ducts
shall comply with UL 181. A. For duct board, duct liner and factory-made rigid ducts
C. All pressure-sensitive tapes and mastics used with flex- not normally subjected to compression, the nominal in-
ible ducts shall comply with UL 181 or UL 181B. sulation thickness shall be used.
D. Joints and seams of duct systems and their components B. For duct wrap, installed thickness shall be assumed to be
shall not be sealed with cloth-back rubber adhesive duct 75 percent (25 percent compression) of nominal thick-
tapes unless such tape is used in combination with mas- ness.
tic and drawbands. C. For factory-made flexible air ducts, the installed thick-
3. Field-fabricated duct systems. ness shall be determined by dividing the difference be-
tween the actual outside diameter and nominal inside
A. Factory-made rigid fiberglass and flexible ducts for diameter by two.
field-fabricated duct systems shall comply with UL 181.
All pressure-sensitive tapes, mastics, aerosol sealants or 6. Insulated flexible duct products installed to meet this re-
other closure systems used for installing field-fabricated quirement must include labels, in maximum intervals of 3 feet,
duct systems shall meet the applicable requirements of showing the thermal performance R-value for the duct insulation
UL 181, UL 181A or UL 181B. itself (excluding air films, vapor barriers or other duct compo-
nents), based on the tests in Section 150 (m) 4 and the installed
B. Mastic sealants and mesh.
thickness determined by Section 150 (m) 5 C.
i. Sealants shall comply with UL 181, UL 181A or
UL 181B, and be nontoxic and water resistant. 7. All fan systems, regardless of volumetric capacity, that ex-
haust air from the building to the outside shall be provided with
ii. Sealants for interior applications shall pass ASTM backdraft or automatic dampers to prevent air leakage.
tests C 731 (extrudability after aging) and D 2202
(slump test on vertical surfaces), incorporated 8. All gravity ventilating systems that serve conditioned space
herein by reference. shall be provided with either automatic or readily accessible, man-
ually operated dampers in all openings to the outside except com-
iii. Sealants for exterior applications shall pass ASTM bustion inlet and outlet air openings and elevator shaft vents.
tests C 731, C 732 (artificial weathering test) and D
2202, incorporated herein by reference. 9. Protection of insulation. Insulation shall be protected from
damage, including that due to sunlight, moisture, equipment
iv. Sealants and meshes shall be rated for exterior use. maintenance, and wind, but not limited to the following: Insula-
C. Pressure-sensitive tape. Pressure-sensitive tapes shall tion exposed to weather shall be suitable for outdoor service, e.g.,
comply with UL 181, UL 181A, or UL 181B. protected by aluminum, sheet metal, painted canvas, or plastic
D. Joints and seams of duct systems and their components cover. Cellular foam insulation shall be protected as above or
shall not be sealed with cloth-back rubber adhesive duct painted with a coating that is water retardant and provides shield-
tapes unless such tape is used in combination with mas- ing from solar radiation that can cause degradation of the material.
tic and drawbands. EXCEPTION to Section 150 (m) 1: The requirements do not ap-
ply to ducts and fans integral to a wood heater or fireplace.
E. Drawbands used with flexible duct.
NOTE: Authority cited: Public Resources Code, Sections 25218
i. Drawbands shall be either stainless-steel worm- (e), 25402 and 25402.1. Reference: Public Resources Code, Section
drive hose clamps or UV-resistant nylon duct ties. 25402.

5On and after the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2000 CMC, duct insulation shall comply with Section 605 of
the 2000 CMC.

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TABLE 1-T

TABLE 1-T—PIPE INSULATION REQUIREMENTS—MINIMUM R-VALUE

PIPE DIAMETER
SYSTEM Less than or Equal to 2 Inches Greater than 2 Inches

Domestic hot water R-4 R-6

Hydronic heating supply lines R-4 R-6
Cooling systems (pipes below 55_F) R-3 R-4

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151

SUBCHAPTER 8
LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS—PERFORMANCE
AND PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE APPROACHES

SECTION 151 — PERFORMANCE AND NOTE: Storage gas water heaters with an energy factor of less than
PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE APPROACHES 0.58 must be externally wrapped with insulation having an installed
thermal resistance of R-12 or greater in accordance with Section 150
(a) Basic Requirements. New low-rise residential buildings (j).
shall meet all of the following: 2. Space-conditioning budgets. The space-conditioning bud-
gets for each climate zone shall be the calculated consumption of
1. The requirements of Sections 111 through 118 applicable to energy from depletable sources required for space conditioning in
new residential buildings. buildings in which the basic requirements of Section 151 (a) and
2. The requirements of Section 150 (mandatory features). the measures in alternative component package D are installed. To
determine the space-conditioning budget, use an approved calcu-
3. Either the performance standards (energy budgets) or the lation method.
prescriptive standards (alternative component packages) set forth
in this section for the climate zone in which the building will be (c) Compliance Demonstration Requirements for Perform-
located. Climate zones are shown in Figure 1-A. ance Standards. The application for a building permit shall
include documentation which demonstrates, using an approved
ALTERNATIVE to Section 151 (a) 3: If a single contiguous subdi-
vision or tract falls in more than one climate zone, all buildings in the
calculation method, that the new building has been designed so
subdivision or tract may be designed to meet the performance or pre- that its energy use from depletable energy sources does not exceed
scriptive standards for the climate zone which contains 50 percent or the combined water-heating and space-conditioning energy bud-
more of the dwelling units. gets for the appropriate climate zone.
NOTE to Section 151 (a) 3: The California Energy Commission 1. To demonstrate compliance, the applicant’s documentation
shall periodically update, publish and make available to interested per- shall:
sons and local building departments a document entitled California
Climate Zone Descriptions for New Buildings, (July 1995), which shall A. Determine the combined energy budget for the proposed
contain a precise description of the metes and bounds for climate zone building by adding the following:
boundaries depicted in Figure 1-A and a list of the communities in each
zone. i. The annual water-heating budget calculated from
Equation (1-N) (kBtu/yr.-ft.2) and
4. For other provisions applicable to new low-rise residential
buildings, refer to Section 100 (c). ii. The annual space-conditioning budget (kBtu/
yr.-ft.2) as determined pursuant to Section 151 (b)
(b) Performance Standards. A building complies with the per- 2.
formance standard if its combined calculated depletable energy B. Calculate the source energy consumption total of the
use for water heating [Section 151 (b) 1] and space conditioning proposed building, using the proposed building’s actual
[Section 151 (b) 2] is less than or equal to the combined maximum glazing area, orientation and distribution, and its actual
allowable energy use for both water heating and space condition- energy conservation and other features, including the
ing, even if the building fails to meet either the water heating or actual water-heating, space-conditioning equipment
space conditioning budget alone. and duct conditions and locations.
1. Water-heating budgets. The budgets for water-heating sys- Include in the calculation the energy required for build-
tems are those calculated from Equation (1-N). ing cooling even if the building plans do not indicate that
air conditioning will be installed.
EQUATION (1-N)—ANNUAL WATER-HEATING BUDGET (AWB)
EQUATION 2. The proposed building design complies if the energy con-
For dwelling units less than 2,500 ft.2: sumption calculated pursuant to Section 151 (c) 1 B is equal to or
less than the combined energy budget established in Section 151
(16370) (c) 1 A.
AWB (kBtu∕yr. − ft. 2) = + 4.85 (1-N)
CFA MULTIPLE ORIENTATION ALTERNATIVE to Section 151
For dwelling units equal to or greater than 2,500 ft.2: (c): A permit applicant may demonstrate compliance with the energy
budget requirements of Section 151 (a) and (b) for any orientation of
(26125) the same building model if the documentation demonstrates that the
AWB (kBtu∕yr. − ft. 2) =
CFA building model with its proposed designs and features would comply
in each of the four cardinal orientations.
WHERE:
(d) Compliance Methods for Performance Standards. Com-
CFA = the building’s conditioned floor area in square feet. pliance with the energy budget requirements of Section 151 (a) 3
The annual water-heating budget calculated from Equation and (b) must be demonstrated by using the compliance version of
(1-N) may be met by either: the commission’s Public Domain Computer Program or any alter-
native calculation method approved by the commission for use in
A. Calculating the energy consumption of the proposed complying with Section 151 (a) and (b).
water-heating system using an approved calculation NOTE: Compliance with the water-heating budget need not be
method without an external insulation wrap; or demonstrated using any of the calculation methods referred to in Sec-
B. Installing any gas storage-type nonrecirculating water- tion 151 (d), if all the requirements of Section 151 (b) 1 B are met.
heating system that does not exceed 50 gallons of capac- (e) Required Calculation Assumptions. The commission
ity, and that meets the minimum standards specified in shall publish the assumptions and calculation methods it used to
the Appliance Efficiency Standards. develop the standards for low-rise residential buildings, including
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those specified in Section 151. In determining the water-heating 1. Insulation.

and space-conditioning budgets and calculating the energy use of A. Ceiling, wall, slab floor perimeter and raised-floor insu-
the proposed building design, the applicant shall use only these lation which has an R-value equal to or higher than that
assumptions and calculation methods (or alternative assumptions shown in Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 shall be installed.
and methods approved by the commission or its executive The minimum opaque ceiling, wall (including heated
director). basements and crawl spaces), and raised-floor R-values
1. Such assumptions shall include, but not be limited to, the shown are for insulation installed between wood-
following: framing members.
ALTERNATIVE to Section 151 (f) 1 A: The insulation require-
A. The operating conditions regarding indoor temperature; ments of Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 may also be met by ceiling, wall
occupancy loads and schedules; equipment loads and or floor assemblies that meet equivalent minimum R-values that con-
operation schedules, including lighting, HVAC, and sider the effects of all elements of the assembly, using a calculation
miscellaneous electrical; and outdoor weather condi- method approved by the executive director.
tions; EXCEPTION to Section 151 (f) 1 A: Raised-floor insulation may
be omitted if the foundation walls are insulated to meet the wall insula-
B. The physical characteristics of building pressurization, tion minimums shown in Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, a vapor barrier
interior heat transfer, film coefficients, solar heat gain is placed over the entire floor of the crawl space, and the vents are fitted
with automatically operated louvers.
coefficient and operation of installed shading devices,
ground temperatures, and the method of determining B. The minimum depth of concrete-slab floor perimeter
slab heat loss; insulation shall be 16 inches or the depth of the footing
of the building, whichever is less.
C. The applicable modeling procedures for the assump- EXCEPTION to Section 151 (f) 1 B: Perimeter insulation is not
tions, design conditions, and physical characteristics required along the slab edge between conditioned space and the con-
described in Section 151 (e) 1. crete slab of an attached unconditioned enclosed space, covered
porches or covered patios.
EXCEPTION to Section 151 (e) 1: The commission may approve
alternative schedules, assumptions, and performance modeling proce- 2. Radiant barrier. A radiant barrier required in Tables 1-Z1
dures that may be used in lieu of those described in Section 151 (e) 1, through 1-Z16 is any reflective material that has an emittance of
provided such alternatives do not alter the efficiency level required by 0.05 or less, tested according to ASTM C 1371-98 or ASTM E
these standards. 408-71 (1996) e1, and that is certified to the Department of Con-
2. The total calculated annual energy consumption shall sumer Affairs as required by CCR, Title 24, Part 12, Chapter
include all energy used for comfort heating, comfort cooling, ven- 12-13, Standards for Insulating Material. Installation criteria are
tilation for the health and comfort of occupants, and service water contained in Section 4.24 of the Residential ACM Manual.
heating. 3. Glazing.
3. Heat tranfers within the same building to adjacent spaces A. Installed fenestration products shall have U-factors
that are not covered by the permit and that are independently pro- equal to or lower than those shown in Tables 1-Z1
vided with space conditioning may be considered to be zero. Heat through 1-Z16. The U-factor of installed fenestration
transfers to spaces not yet provided with space conditioning may products shall be determined pursuant to Section 151 (e)
be modeled as separate unconditioned zones, or as outdoor 5.
conditions. B. Total glazing area shall not exceed the percentage of
conditioned floor area specified in Tables 1-Z1 through
4. The total calculated annual energy consumption need not 1-Z16.
include energy from any nondepletable sources, regardless of the
purpose of the energy consumed. 4. Shading. Where Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 require a solar
heat gain coefficient of 0.40 or lower, the requirements shall be
5. The U-factor of installed manufactured fenestration prod- met by either:
ucts shall be those certified by an approved independent certifica- A. A fenestration product listed by the manufacturer to
tion organization in accordance with Section 116. The U-factor of have the required solar heat gain coefficient; or
field-fabricated fenestration products shall be those values from
Section 116, Table 1-D, based on an approved method that deter- B. An exterior operable louver or other exterior shading
mines the area weighted average U-factor for generic types of device that meets the required solar heat gain coeffi-
products. cient; or
C. A combination of exterior shading device and fenestra-
6. Solar heat gain coefficients for interior shading devices used
tion product to achieve the same performance as
with fenestration products shall be 0.68 for vertical fenestration
achieved in Item A.
products and 1.0 for nonvertical fenestration products. No other
solar heat gain coefficients shall be used for interior shading. The D. For south-facing glazing by optimal overhangs installed
calculations for vertical fenestration products include the effects so that the south-facing glazing is fully shaded at solar
of draperies and insect screens without installation being verified noon on August 21 and substantially exposed to direct
at the time of final inspection. sunlight at solar noon on December 21.
(f) Prescriptive Standards/Alternative Component Pack- Except where the UBC requires emergency egress, exterior
ages. Buildings that comply with the prescriptive standards shall shading devices must be permanently attached to the outside of
be designed, constructed and equipped to meet all of the require- the structure with fasteners that require additional tools to remove
ments of one of the alternative packages of components shown in (as opposed to clips, hooks, latches, snaps or ties).
Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 for the appropriate climate zone 5. Thermal mass. Thermal mass required for Package C in
shown in Figure 1-A. Installed components shall meet the follow- Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 shall meet or exceed the minimum in-
ing requirements: terior mass capacity specified in Table 1-U.
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The mass requirements in Table 1-U may be met by calculating TXVs shall be confirmed through field verification and diagnostic
the combined interior mass capacity of the mass materials using testing as specified in the ACM Manual. All space-heating and
Equation (1-P). space-cooling systems must comply with minimum appliance
efficiency standards as specified in Sections 110 through 112.
EQUATION (1-P)—CALCULATION OF
INTERIOR MASS CAPACITY 8. Water-heating systems. All water-heating systems must
meet the water-heating budgets calculated from Equation (1-N).
IMC = [(A 1 × UIMC 1) + (A 2 × UIMC 2) ..
NOTE to Section 151 (f) 8: Any gas-type domestic water heater of
+ (A n × UIMC n)] (1-P) 50 gallons or less, which is certified as meeting the Appliance Efficien-
WHERE: cy Standards, and which meets tank insulation requirements of Section
150 (j) may be assumed to meet the water-heating budget.
An = area of mass material, n.
UIMCn = unit interior mass capacity of mass material, n. 9. Setback thermostats. All heating systems shall have an au-
tomatic thermostat with a clock mechanism or other setback
NOTE: The commission’s Residential Manual shall list the unit
interior mass capacity (UIMC) of various mass materials. mechanism approved by the executive director, which the build-
ing occupant can manually program to automatically set back the
6. Heating system type. Heating system types shall be in- thermostat set points for at least two periods within 24 hours. The
stalled as required in Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16. A gas-heating exception to Section 150 (i) shall not apply to any heating system
system is a natural or liquefied petroleum gas-heating system. installed in conjunction with the packages specified in Tables
7. Space heating and space cooling. When refrigerant charge 1-Z1 through 1-Z16.
and airflow measurement or thermostatic expansion valves are 10. Space-conditioning ducts. All supply ducts shall either be
shown as required by Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, ducted split sys- in conditioned space or be insulated to a minimum installed level
tem central air conditioners and ducted split system heat pumps of R-4.2 and constructed to meet minimum mandatory require-
shall either have refrigerant charge and airflow measurement con- ments of Section 150 (m).
firmed through field verification and diagnostic testing in accor-
dance with procedures set forth in the ACM Manual or shall be All duct systems shall be sealed, as confirmed through field ver-
equipped with a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) with an ac- ification and diagnostic testing, in accordance with procedures set
cess door or removable panel to verify installation of the TXV. All forth in the ACM Manual.

TABLE 1-U—INTERIOR MASS CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS

FOR PACKAGE C
FLOOR TYPE MINIMUM INTERIOR MASS CAPACITY

slab floor 2.36 x ground floor area (ft2)

raised floor 0.18 x ground floor area (ft2)

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TABLE 1-Z1

TABLE 1-Z1—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 1

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R21
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R8
Radiant barrier NR NR
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 14% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing NR NR
West-facing glazing NR NR
East-facing glazing NR NR
North-facing glazing NR NR
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump,
split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.55 U-factor and a 90 percent AFUE furnace or a 7.6 HSPF heat pump can be substituted for duct
sealing. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z2

TABLE 1-Z2—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 2

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R30
Wood-frame walls R29 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R8
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 16% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient can be substituted for duct sealing and
either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z3

TABLE 1-Z3—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 3

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R25 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier NR NR
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.75
Maximum total area 14% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing NR NR
West-facing glazing NR NR
East-facing glazing NR NR
North-facing glazing NR NR
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump,
split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.55 U-factor can be substituted for duct sealing. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z4

TABLE 1-Z4—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 4

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R25 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.75
Maximum total area 14% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump,
split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient can be substituted for duct sealing. All
other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z5

TABLE 1-Z5—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 5

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R25 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier NR NR
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.75
Maximum total area 16% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing NR NR
West-facing glazing NR NR
East-facing glazing NR NR
North-facing glazing NR NR
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.55 U-factor can be substituted for duct sealing. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z6

TABLE 1-Z6—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 6

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R21 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R21 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier NR NR
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.50 0.75
Maximum total area 14% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing NR NR
West-facing glazing NR NR
East-facing glazing NR NR
North-facing glazing NR NR
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.55 U-factor can be substituted for duct sealing. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z7 2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
TABLE 1-Z7

TABLE 1-Z7—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 7

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R21 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R21 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier NR NR
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.50 0.75
Maximum total area 14% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump,
split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient can be substituted for duct sealing. All
other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z8

TABLE 1-Z8—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 8

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R21 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R21 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.50 0.75
Maximum total area 14% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient can be substituted for duct sealing and
either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z9 2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
TABLE 1-Z9

TABLE 1-Z9—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 9

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R38 R30
Wood-frame walls R21 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R21 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.50 0.75
Maximum total area 14% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and an 11.0 SEER space-cooling
system can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of
Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE TABLE 1-Z10
TABLE 1-Z10

TABLE 1-Z10—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 10

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R30
Wood-frame walls R25 R13
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R2.44)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R0
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 16% 20%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and an 11.0 SEER space-cooling
system can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of
Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z11 2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
TABLE 1-Z11

TABLE 1-Z11—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 11

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R19
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R8
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 16% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and an 11.0 SEER space-cooling
system can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of
Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE TABLE 1-Z12
TABLE 1-Z12

TABLE 1-Z12—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 12

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R19
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R4
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 16% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump,
split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and an 11.0 SEER space-cooling
system can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of
Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z13 2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
TABLE 1-Z13

TABLE 1-Z13—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 13

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R19
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R8
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 16% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.35 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and a 12.0 SEER space-cooling system
can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of Package D
must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE TABLE 1-Z14
TABLE 1-Z14

TABLE 1-Z14—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 14

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R21
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R8
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 14% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.30 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and a 12.0 SEER space-cooling system
can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of Package D
must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z15 2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
TABLE 1-Z15

TABLE 1-Z15—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 15

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R21
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R0
Slab floor perimeter R7 NR
Raised floor R21 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R4
Radiant barrier REQ REQ
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.65
Maximum total area 16% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
West-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
East-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
North-facing glazing 0.40 0.40
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve REQ REQ*
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.40 U-factor and maximum 0.30 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and a 13.0 SEER space-cooling system
can be substituted for duct sealing and either refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or a thermostatic expansion valve. All other requirements of Package D
must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes following Table 1-Z16.

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TABLE 1-Z16

TABLE 1-Z16—ALTERNATIVE COMPONENT PACKAGES FOR CLIMATE ZONE 16

PACKAGE1
COMPONENT C1 D

BUILDING ENVELOPE
Insulation minimums2
Ceiling R49 R38
Wood-frame walls R29 R21
“Heavy mass” walls NA (R4.76)
“Light mass” walls NA NA
Below-grade walls NA R13
Slab floor perimeter R7 R7
Raised floor R30 R193
Concrete raised floors NA R8
Radiant barrier NR NR
GLAZING
Maximum U-factor3 0.40 0.60
Maximum total area 14% 16%
SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT4
South-facing glazing NR NR
West-facing glazing NR NR
East-facing glazing NR NR
North-facing glazing NR NR
THERMAL MASS5 REQ NR
SPACE-HEATING SYSTEM6
Electric-resistant allowed Yes7 No
If gas, AFUE = 78% MIN
If heat pump, split system HSPF8 = 6.8 MIN
Single package system HSPF = 6.6 MIN
SPACE-COOLING SYSTEM
If split system A/C, SEER = 10.0 MIN
Refrigerant charge and airflow measurement or
thermostatic expansion valve NR NR
If single package A/C, SEER = 9.7 MIN
SPACE-CONDITIONING DUCTS
Duct sealing REQ REQ*
DOMESTIC WATER-HEATING TYPE
System must meet budget, see Any9 Any
Section 151 (b) 1 and (f) 8
*As an alternative under Package D, glazing with a maximum 0.55 U-factor and a 90 percent AFUE furnace or a 7.6 HSPF heat pump can be substituted for duct
sealing. All other requirements of Package D must be met.
Legend:
NR = Not required; NA = Not applicable; REQ = Required; MIN = Minimum
See notes on the following page.

NOTES TO THE LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL PACKAGES IN TABLES 1-Z1 THROUGH 1-Z16

1Package C is the only package that allows electric-resistance space heating. Package C may be used only if the building is in an area (1) where natural gas is not
currently available and (2) where extension of natural gas service is impractical, as determined by the natural gas utility. Package D allows more glazing area in
some zones with moderately high insulation levels; slab edge insulation is required in Climate Zone 16.
2The R-values shown for ceiling, wood frame wall and raised floor are for wood-frame construction with insulation installed between the framing members. For
alternative construction assemblies, see Section 151 (f) 1 A.
The heavy mass wall R-value in parentheses is the minimum R-value for the entire wall assembly if the wall weight exceeds 40 pounds per square foot. The light
mass wall R-value in brackets is the minimum R-value for the entire assembly if the heat capacity of the wall meets or exceeds the result of multiplying the brack-
eted minimum R-value by 0.65. Any insulation installed on heavy or light-mass walls must be integral with, or installed on the outside of, the exterior mass. The
inside surface of the thermal mass, including plaster or gypsum board in direct contact with the masonry wall, shall be exposed to the room air. The exterior wall
used to meet the R-value in parentheses cannot also be used to meet the thermal mass requirement.
3For glazing U-factor rating procedures and labeling requirements, see Section 116 (a) 2.
4Values specified are maximum allowable values. If the package specifies a solar heat gain coefficient, the builder shall meet the requirements of Section 151 (f) 4.
5If the package requires thermal mass, meet the requirements of Section 151 (f) 5.
6Automatic setback thermostats must be installed in conjunction with all space-heating systems in accordance with Section 151 (f) 9.
7Ducts in Package C shall be insulated to an installed value of at least R-8.
8HSPF means “heating seasonal performance factor.”
9Electric-resistance water heating is allowed as the main water heating source in Package C only if the water heater is located within the building envelope and a
minimum of 25 percent of the energy for water heating is provided by a passive or active solar system or a wood stove boiler. The wood stove boiler credit is not
allowed in Climate Zones 8, 10 and 15, nor in localities that do not allow wood stoves.
NOTE: Authority cited: Public Resources Code, Sections 25218 (e), 25402 and 25402.1. Reference: Public Resources Code, Section 25402.

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TABLE 1-Z16

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2001 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE 152
152

SUBCHAPTER 9
LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS—ADDITIONS AND
ALTERATIONS IN EXISTING LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

SECTION 152 — ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS 2. Performance approach. Performance calculations shall
FOR ADDITIONS AND ALTERATIONS IN EXISTING meet the requirements of Section 151 (a) through (e), pursuant to
BUILDINGS THAT WILL BE LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL either Item A or B, below.
OCCUPANCIES A. The addition complies if the addition alone meets the
combined water-heating and space-conditioning energy
(a) Additions. Additions to existing residential buildings shall
budgets.
meet the requirements of Sections 111 through 118, Section 150,
and either Section 152 (a) 1 or 2. B. The addition complies if the energy efficiency of the
existing building is improved such that the source ener-
EXCEPTION 1 to Section 152 (a): Existing structures with R-11
framed walls showing compliance with Section 152 (a) 2 (Performance
gy consumption of the improved existing building and
Approach) are exempt from Section 150 (c). the addition is equal to or less than that of the unim-
proved existing building plus an addition that complies
EXCEPTION 2 to Section 152 (a): Any dual-glazed greenhouse
window and dual-glazed skylight installed in an addition complies with the applicable energy budget.
with Section 151 (f) 3 A. (b) Alterations. Alterations to existing residential buildings or
EXCEPTION 3 to Section 152 (a): If the addition will increase the alterations in conjunction with a change in building occupancy to
total number of water heaters in the building, one of the following types a low-rise residential occupancy shall meet either Item 1 or 2
of water heaters may be installed to comply with Section 152 (a) 1 or below.
Section 152 (a) 2 A, and Section 152 (c):
1. A gas storage nonrecirculating water-heating system that does 1. Prescriptive approach. The altered component and any
not exceed 50 gallons capacity; or newly installed equipment serving the alteration shall meet the ap-
2. If no natural gas is connected to the building, an electric storage
plicable requirements of Sections 110 through 118 and 150; and
water heater that does not exceed 50 gallons capacity, has an energy A. Alterations that add fenestration area to a building shall
factor not less than 0.90; or be limited to a maximum 0.75 U-factor and the Solar
3. A water-heater system determined by the executive director to Heat Gain Coefficient for new fenestration products as
use no more energy than the one specified in Item 1. above; or if no nat- specified in Alternative Component Package D (Tables
ural gas is connected to the building, a water-heating system deter- 1--Z1 through 1--Z16).
mined by the executive director to use no more energy than the one
specified in Item 2. above. B. New space-conditioning systems or components shall:
For prescriptive compliance with Section 152 (a) 1, the water-heat- i. Meet the requirements of Section 150 (h) and (i)
ing systems requirement in Section 151 (f) 8 shall not apply. For perfor- and Section 151 (f) 7; and
mance compliance for the addition alone, only the space-conditioning
budgets of Section 151 (b) 2 shall be used; the water-heating budgets ii. Be limited to natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas,
of Section 151 (b) 1 shall not apply. or the existing fuel type unless it can be demon-
The performance approach for the existing building and the addition strated that the source energy use of the new system
in Section 152 (a) 2 B may be used to show compliance, regardless of is more efficient than the existing system.
the type of water heater installed.
C. New service water heating systems or components shall:
EXCEPTION 4 to Section 152 (a): When heating and/or cooling
will be extended to an addition from the existing system(s), the existing i. Meet the requirements of Section 150; and
equipment need not comply with Title 24, Part 6. The heating system
capacity must be adequate to meet the minimum requirements of UBC
ii. Be limited to natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas,
Section 310.11. or the existing fuel type unless it can be demon-
strated that the source energy use of the new system
1. Prescriptive approach. Additions to existing buildings
is more efficient than the existing system.
shall meet the following additional requirements:
2. Performance approach.
A. Additions up to 100 square feet shall not exceed
50 square feet of glazing, the glazing U-factor shall not A. The altered components shall meet the applicable re-
exceed 0.75, and the glazing Solar Heat Gain Coeffi- quirements of Sections 110 through 118 and 150; and
cient shall not exceed the value specified in Alternative B. Either:
Component Package D (Tables 1--Z1 through 1--Z16); or
i. The permitted space alone, which shall be a mini-
B. Additions less than 1,000 square feet shall meet all the mum of the square footage of the room in which the
requirements of Package D [Section 151 (f) and Tables alteration is made, shall comply with Section 151;
1-Z1 through 1-Z16], except that the addition’s total or
glazing area limit is the maximum allowed in Package D ii. The energy efficiency of the existing building shall
plus the glazing area that was removed by the addition, be improved so that the building meets the energy
and the wall insulation value need not exceed R-13. budget in Section 151 that would apply if the exist-
EXCEPTION to Section 152 (a) 1 B: If an addition is less than ing building was unchanged and the permitted
500 square feet, glazing may have a U-factor not to exceed 0.75 in lieu space alone complied with Item i. The permitted
of any lower U-factor required by the package. space shall be a minimum of the square footage of
C. Additions of 1,000 square feet or greater shall meet all the room in which the alteration is made.
the requirements of Package D [Section 151 (f) and EXCEPTION to Section 152 (b) 1 A: Any dual-glazed greenhouse
Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16]. window and dual-glazed skylight installed as part of an alteration com-

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plies with the U-factor requirements applicable to prescriptive alter- (c) Electric-resistance water-heating or space-conditioning sys-
ations. tems may be installed in or in conjunction with an addition only if
NOTE: Fenestration products repaired or replaced, not as part of an
the electric-resistance system meets the applicable energy bud-
alteration, need not comply with the U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Co- get(s) from Section 151 (b) pursuant to Section 152 (a) 2.
efficient requirements applicable to alterations. (d) Any addition or alteration may comply with the require-
ments of Title 24, Part 6 by meeting the requirements for new
EXCEPTION to Section 152 (b) 2 B: When the existing fuel type buildings for the building as a whole.
is electric, the existing or replacement equipment for heating, cooling NOTE: Authority cited: Public Resources Code, Sections 25218
and/or domestic water heating of the proposed building shall be as- (e), 25402 and 25402.1. Reference: Public Resources Code, Section
sumed to be the same fuel type as the standard building. 25402.

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APPENDIX 1-A
STANDARDS REFERENCED IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY REGULATIONS

STATE OF CALIFORNIA ARI 590-1992 Standard for Positive Displacement

Appliance Efficiency Regulations Compressor Water-Chilling Packages
Quality Standards for Insulating Material Available from: Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration
Nonresidential Manual Institute
4301 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 425
Residential Manual Arlington, Virginia 22203
Various Directories for Certified Appliances (703) 524-8800
Available from: California Energy Commission
Publications Office AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
1516 Ninth Street, MS-13 Manual J—Residential Load Calculation
Sacramento, California 95814-5512
(916) 654-5200 Available from: Air Conditioning Contractors of
America, Inc.
1712 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
CONSUMER GUIDE TO CERTIFIED INSULATING Washington, DC 20009
MATERIALS www.acca.org/catalog/product.asp
Available from: Consumer Affairs (202) 483-9370
Standards for Insulating Material Fax (202) 232-8545
(916) 574-2060
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEATING, REFRIGERATING
AND AIR-CONDITIONING ENGINEERS (NATIONAL
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING PUBLICATIONS)
OFFICIALS Handbook and Product Directory
Uniform Building Code, 1997 Edition Equipment Volume, 2000 Edition
California Mechanical Code, 1998 Edition HVAC Applications Volume, Chapter 48, 1999 Edition
Available from: International Conference of Fundamentals Volume, 1993 and 1997 Edition
Building Officials
5360 Workman Mill Road STANDARDS
Whittier, California 90601
(562) 699-0541 ANSI/ASHRAE
55-1992 Thermal Environment Conditions for Human
Occupancy
AIR-CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION ASHRAE 62-89 Standards for Natural and Mechanical
INSTITUTE Ventilation and Ventilation for Acceptable
ARI 210/240--94 Standard for Unitary Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality
Air-Source Heat Pump Equipment Available from: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating
and Air-Conditioning Engineers
ARI 310/380--93 Standard for Packaged Terminal
1791 Tullie Circle N.E.
Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps
Atlanta, Georgia 30329
ARI 320--98 Standard for Water-Source Heat Pumps (404) 636-8400 or (800) 527-4723
ARI 325--98 Standard for Ground Water-Source Heat
Pumps AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEATING, REFRIGERATING
AND AIR-CONDITIONING ENGINEERS (REGIONAL
ARI 330--98 Ground Source Closed-Loop Heat Pumps PUBLICATIONS)
ARI 340/360-93 Standard for Commercial and Industrial Recommended Outdoor Design Temperatures for Northern
Unitary Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump California, 1977
Equipment Available from: ASHRAE
ARI 365-94 Standard for Commercial and Industrial Golden Gate Chapter
Unitary Air-Conditioning Condensing 370 Brannan Street
Units San Francisco, California 94102
(415) 495-4552
ARI 460-2000 Standard for Remote Mechanical-Draft
Air-Cooled Refrigerant Condensers Climatic Data for Region X, Arizona, California, Hawaii, and
Nevada, Publication SPCDX, 1982
ARI 550-92 Standard for Centrifugal or Rotary Screw
Water-Chilling Packages Available from: ASHRAE—Climatic Data
Southern California Chapter
ARI 560-92 Standard for Absorption Water Chilling Post Office Box 6306
and Water Heating Packages Alhambra, California 91802
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AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS—Z21 SERIES Available from: American Society for Testing and Materials
ANSI Z21.10.3-1998 Gas Water Heater, Volume 3, Storage, 100 Barr Harbor Drive
with Input Ratings above 75,000 Btu/h, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428
Circulating and Instantaneous Water (610) 832-9500
Heaters
ANSI Z21.13-91 Standard for Gas-Fired Low Pressure AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS/UNDERWRITERS
Steam and Hot Water Boilers LABORATORIES
ANSI Z21.47-1998 Standard for Gas-Fired Central Furnaces UL 181 Standard for Safety for Factory-made Air
Ducts and Connectors
ANSI Z21.56-1998 Standards for Gas-Fired Swimming Pool
Heaters UL 181A Standard for Safety for Closure Systems for
Use with Rigid Air Ducts and Air
ANSI Z83.8-1990 Standards for Gas Unit Heaters Connectors
ANSI Z83.9-1990 Standards for Gas-Fired Duct Furnaces UL 181B Standard for Safety for Closure Systems for
Available from: American Gas Association Laboratories Use with Flexible Air Ducts and Air
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road Connectors
Cleveland, Ohio 44131 ANSI/UL 726-90 Oil-Fired Boiler Assemblies
(216) 524-4990
ANSI/UL 727-86 Oil-Fired Control Furnaces
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS UL 731-95 Oil-Fired Unit Heaters
ASTM E 283-91 Standard Method of Test for Air Leakage UL 795-94 Commercial-Industrial Gas-Heating
Through Exterior Window, Curtain Walls, Equipment
and Doors
Available from: Underwriters Laboratories
ASTM C 335-95 Steady State Heat Transfer of Horizontal 333 Pfingsten Road
Pipe Insulation Northbrook, Illinois 60062-2096
ASTM C 177-85 Standard Test Method for Steady State (847) 272-8800
Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal
Transmission Properties by Means of the AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS
Guarded Hot Plate Apparatus ANSI/ASME Steam Generating Units
ASTM C 518-91 Standard Test Method for Steady-State PTC4.1-64
Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Available from: ANSI
Transmission Properties by Means of the 1430 Broadway
Heat Flow Meter Apparatus New York, NY 10017
ASTM C 731-93a Standard Test Method for Extrudability, (212) 868-1220
After Package Aging, of Latex Sealants
ASTM C 732-95 Standard Test Method for Aging Effects of ASSOCIATION OF HOME APPLIANCE
Artificial Weathering on Latex Sealants MANUFACTURERS
ASTM C 271-94 Standard Test Method for Water ANSI/AHAM Room Air Conditioners
Absorption of Core Materials for Structural RAC-1-87
Sandwich Constructions Available from: AHAM
ASTM C 1371-98 Standard Test Method for Determination of 20 North Wacker Drive
Emittance of Materials Near Room Chicago, IL 60606
Temperature Using Portable Emissometers
ASTM D 2202-93a Standard Test Method for Slump of CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Sealants 10 CFR, Part 430, Appendix N
ASTM E 96-95 Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor 21 CFR, Section 1002.12 (1996)
Transmission of Materials 47 CFR, Parts 2 and 15 (1996)
ASTM D 6083-97a Standard Specification for Liquid Applied Available from: Department of Energy
Acrylic Coating Used in Roofing Washington, D.C. 20585
ASTM E 408-71 Standard Test Methods for Total Normal
(1996)e 1 Emittance of Surfaces Using COOLING TOWER INSTITUTE
Inspection-Meter Techniques CTI ATC-105 Acceptance Test Code for Water Cooling
(97) Towers
ASTM E 903-96 Standard Test Method for Solar
Absorptance, Reflectance and CTI STD-201 Certification Standard for Commercial Water
Transmittance of Materials Using (1996) Cooling Towers
Integrating Spheres
Available from: Cooling Tower Institute
ASTM E 1918-97 Standard Test Method for Measuring Solar Post Office Box 73383
Reflectance of Horizontal and Low Sloped Houston, Texas 77273
Surfaces in the Field (281) 583-4087
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HYDRONICS INSTITUTE Washington, D.C. 20005

HI Heating Boiler Standard 86, 6th Edition, June 1989 (202) 737-0202
Available from: Hydronics Institute NEBB Procedural Standards (1983)
Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922
(908) 464-8200 SHEET METAL AND AIR CONDITIONING
CONTRACTORS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
ILLUMINATING ENGINEERING SOCIETY HVAC Duct Construction Standards—Metal and Flexible,
Office Lighting American National Standard Practice, 1995, 2nd Edition
ANSI/IES RP-1, 1993 IES Handbook, Applications Volume
Available from: Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning
(1987 ed.)
Contractors National Association
Available from: IESNA 1020 12th Street, Suite 101
120 Wall Street, 17th Floor Sacramento, California 95814
New York, New York 10005 (916) 442-3807
(212) 248-5000 Fax (916) 442-6541
Fax (212) 248-5017

ISO NATIONAL FENESTRATION RATING COUNCIL (NFRC)

ISO-13256-1 Water-Source Heat Pumps-Testing and NFRC 100 Procedure for Determining Fenestration
Rating for Performance-Part 1: Product U-factors
Water-to-Air and Brine-to-Air Heat Pumps NFRC 200 Procedure for Determining Fenestration
Available from: ISO Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficients at
1, rue de Varembe Normal Incidence
Case postale 56 NFRC 400 Procedure for Determining Fenestration
CH-1211 Product Air Leakage
Geneve 20, Switzerland
Available from: National Fenestration Rating Council
ASSOCIATED AIR BALANCE COUNCIL 8484 Georgia Avenue, Suite 320
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
AABC National Standards, 5th Edition, 1989 Voice: (301) 589--1776
Available from: Associated Air Balance Council Fax: (301) 589--3884
1518 K Street, NW, Suite 503 Email: info@nfrc.org

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601.5

Chapter 6
DUCT SYSTEMS
The following Chapter 6 is reproduced, with permission, from the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1997 edition, copyright International Conference of Building
Officials. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

SECTION 601 — SCOPE 601.2.1.6 Testing procedures for local, auxiliary, remote sta-
tion and proprietary protective signaling systems. Chapter 7
Ducts and plenums which are portions of a heating, cooling, ab- of UFC Standard 10-2, Installation, Maintenance and Use of Fire-
sorption or evaporative cooling system shall comply with the re- protection Signaling Systems.
quirements of this chapter.
601.2.2 Recognized Standards.
601.1 Material. Supply air, return air and outside air for heating,
cooling or evaporative cooling systems shall be conducted 601.2.2.1 Leakage-rated dampers for use in smoke control
through duct systems constructed of metal as set forth in Tables systems. Leakage Rated Dampers for Use in Smoke Control Sys-
6-A, 6-B and 6-C; metal ducts complying with UMC Standard 6-1 tems, UL 555S, 1983.
with prior approval; or factory-made air ducts complying with 601.2.2.2 Fire dampers. Fire Dampers, UL 555, 1990.
UL181. Ducts, plenums and fittings may be constructed of asbes-
tos cement, concrete, clay or ceramics when installed in the 601.2.2.3 Ceiling dampers. Ceiling Dampers, UL 555C, 1992.
ground or in a concrete slab, provided the joints are tightly sealed. 601.2.2.4 Factory-made air ducts. Factory-made Air Ducts
and Connectors, UL 181, 1994.
601.1.1 Use of corridor as plenum. Corridors shall not be used
to convey air to or from rooms if the corridor is required to be of 601.2.2.5 Closure systems for rigid factory-made air ducts.
fire-resistive construction by Section 1005 of the Building Code. Closure Systems for Use with Flexible Air Ducts and Air Connec-
tors, UL 181B, 1995.
601.1.2 Use of concealed space as plenum. Concealed building
spaces or independent construction within buildings may be used 601.3 Contamination Prevention. Exhaust ducts under posi-
as ducts or plenums. tive pressure and venting systems shall not extend into or pass
through ducts or plenums. For appliance vents and chimneys, see
601.1.3 Gypsum products exposed in ducts. When gypsum Chapter 8.
products are exposed in ducts or plenums, the air temperature shall
be restricted to a range from 50°F to 125°F (10°C to 50°C) and 601.4 Combustibles within Ducts or Plenums. Materials ex-
moisture content shall be controlled so that the material is not ad- posed within ducts or plenums shall have a flame-spread index of
versely affected. For the purpose of this section, gypsum products not more than 25 and a smoke-developed rating of not more than
shall not be exposed in ducts serving as supply from evaporative 50 when tested in accordance with the test for Surface Burning
coolers, and in other air-handling systems regulated by this chap- Characteristics of Building Materials, UBC Standard 8-1.
ter when the temperature of the gypsum product will be below the EXCEPTIONS: 1. Return-air and outside-air ducts, plenums or
dew point temperature. concealed spaces which serve a dwelling unit may be of combustible
construction.
See Chapter 8 for limitations on combustion products venting 2. Air filters meeting the requirements of Section 403.
systems extending into or through ducts or plenums. 3. Water evaporation media in an evaporative cooler.
See Chapter 5 for limitations on environmental air systems 4. Charcoal filters when protected with an approved fire-suppres-
exhaust ducts extending into or through ducts or plenums. sion system.
5. Electrical wiring and optical fiber raceways in plenums shall
601.2 Standards of Quality. comply with the Electrical Code. Flame propagation and smoke pro-
duction characteristics of exposed electric cables and optical fiber
601.2.1 General. The standards listed below labeled “UMC raceways installed in concealed air space used as air plenums shall:
Standards,” “UBC Standards” and “UFC Standards” are also 5.1 Exhibit a flame travel of 5 feet (1524 mm) or less, and
listed in Chapter 16, Part II, and are part of this code. The other 5.2 Produce smoke having an average optical density not greater
standards listed below are recognized standards. (See Sections than 0.15 and having a peak optical density of 0.5 or less when
1601, 1602 and 1603.) tested in accordance with UMC Standard 6-2.
5.3 Wiring meeting these requirements shall be listed and la-
601.2.1.1 Standard for metal ducts. UMC Standard 6-1, beled as plenum cable as required by the Electrical Code.
Standard for Metal Ducts. 5.4 Optical fiber raceways meeting these requirements shall be
listed and labeled as plenum optical fiber raceways as required by
601.2.1.2 Standard for installation of factory-made air the Electrical Code.
ducts. UMC Standard 6-3, Standard for Installation of Factory- 6. Nonmetallic fire sprinkler piping in plenums shall be listed and
Made Air Ducts. shall meet the following requirements:
6.1 Exhibit flame travel of 5 feet (1524 mm) or less, and
601.2.1.3 Flame spread index. UBC Standard 8-1, Test Method 6.2 Produce smoke having an average optical density not greater
for Surface-burning Characteristics of Building Materials. than 0.15 and having a peak optical density of 0.5 or less when
tested in accordance with UMC Standard 6-2.
601.2.1.4 Test method for fire and smoke characteristics of
electrical cable and plastic sprinkler pipe. UMC Standard 6-2, 601.5 Factory-made Air Ducts. Factory-made air ducts shall
Test Method for Fire and Smoke Characteristics of Electrical be approved for the use intended or shall conform to the require-
Cable and Plastic Sprinkler Pipe. ments of UL 181. Each portion of a factory-made air duct system
shall be identified by the manufacturer with a label or other suit-
601.2.1.5 Galvanized sheet metals. UMC Standard 2-2, Galva- able identification indicating compliance with UL 181 and its
nized Sheet Metals. class designation. These ducts shall be listed and shall be installed
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in accordance with the terms of their listing, and the requirements Metal ducts shall be installed with at least 4 inches (102 mm) of
of UL 181. Flexible air connectors are not permitted. separation from earth. Metal ducts when installed in or under con-
crete slab shall be encased in at least 2 inches (51 mm) of concrete.
601.6 Joints and Seams of Ducts. Joints, seams and fittings of
duct systems shall be made substantially airtight by means of 603.1.1 Fire-resistive coatings. Ducts shall be located so as to
tapes, mastics, gasketing or other means. maintain the minimum required thickness of fire-resistive materi-
als applied to structural members to provide the required fire-
601.6.1 Residential round ducts. Crimp joints for residential resistive rating.
round ducts shall have a contact lap of at least 11/2 inches (38 mm)
and shall be mechanically fastened by means of at least three 603.1.2 Rectangular duct supports. Supports for rectangular
sheet-metal screws equally spaced around the joint, or an equiva- ducts as set forth in Table 6-E when suspended from above shall be
lent fastening method. installed on two opposite sides of each duct and shall be riveted,
bolted or metal screwed to each side of the duct at not more than
601.6.2 Residential rectangular ducts. Joints and seams for the intervals specified.
0.016-inch (0.41 mm) (No. 28 gage) and 0.013-inch (0.33 mm)
(No. 30 gage) residential rectangular ducts shall be as specified in 603.1.3 Horizontal round duct supports. Horizontal round
Table 6-A for 0.019-inch (0.48 mm) (No. 26 gage) material. ducts 40 inches (1016 mm) or less in diameter when suspended
from above shall be supported at intervals not more than as set
601.6.3 Rectangular ducts. Joints and seams for rectangular forth in Table 6-E with one hanger installed to comply with the re-
duct systems shall be as specified in Table 6-A. quirements listed below:
601.6.4 Oval ducts. Joints and seams for flat oval ducts and 1. Ducts shall be equipped with tightfitting circular bands ex-
round ducts in other than single dwelling units shall be as specified tending around the entire perimeter of the duct at each specified
in Table 6-B. support interval.
2. Circular bands shall not be less than 1 inch (25 mm) wide nor
601.6.5 Listed ducts. Joints and seams and all reinforcements less than equivalent to the gage of the duct material it supports.
for factory-made air ducts and plenums shall meet with the condi-
EXCEPTION: Ducts 10 inches (254 mm) and less in diameter may
tions of prior approval in accordance with the installation instruc- be supported by No. 18 gage (10 mm) galvanized steel wire.
tions that shall accompany the product. Closure systems for rigid
Class 1 air ducts and plenums shall conform to UL 181A, and flex- 3. Each circular band shall be provided with a suitable means of
ible Class 1 air ducts shall conform to UL 181B. connecting to the suspending support.
4. Ducts shall be braced and guyed to prevent lateral or horizon-
601.7 Metal. Every duct, plenum or fitting of metal shall com- tal swing.
ply with Table 6-A or Table 6-B.
603.2 Factory-made Air Ducts. Approved Class 0 or Class 1
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Ducts, plenums and fittings for systems serving
single dwelling units may comply with Table 6-C. factory-made air ducts may be installed in any occupancy covered
2. Duct systems complying with UL 181.
by this code. a
601.8 Tinned Steel. Existing tinned steel ducts may be used 603.2.1 Used as risers. Factory-made air ducts shall not be used
when cooling coils are added to a heating system, provided the for vertical risers in air-duct systems serving more than two sto-
first 10 feet (3048 mm) of the duct or plenum measured from the ries. Such ducts shall not penetrate construction where fire damp-
cooling coil discharge are constructed of metal of the gage thick- ers are required.
ness set forth in Table 6-A, 6-B or 6-C of this chapter or are of ap- 603.2.2 Protection. Factory-made air ducts shall be installed
proved material and construction. Tinned ducts completely with at least 4 inches (102 mm) of separation from earth, except
enclosed in inaccessible concealed areas need not be replaced. All when installed as a liner inside of concrete, tile or metal pipe; they
accessible ducts shall be insulated to comply with Table 6-D of shall be protected from physical damage.
this chapter. For the purpose of this subsection, ducts shall be con- a
sidered accessible if the access space is 30 inches (762 mm) or 603.2.3 Temperature. The temperature of the air to be con-
greater in height. veyed in any of these classes of ducts shall be less than 251°F
(122°C).
601.9 Vibration Isolators. Vibration isolators installed be-
tween mechanical equipment and metal ducts (or casings) shall be 603.3 Protection of Ducts. Ducts installed in locations where
made of an approved material and shall not exceed 10 inches (254 they are exposed to mechanical damage by vehicles or from other
mm) in length. causes shall be protected by approved barriers.
603.4 Support of Ducts. Installers shall furnish the manufactur-
er’s field fabrication and installation instructions to building offi-
SECTION 602 — QUALITY OF MATERIAL cials.
a
Galvanized steel shall be of lock-forming quality with a minimum Support spacing and methods shall meet the requirements of
coating of 1.25 ounces per square foot (0.38 kg/m2) of zinc con- UMC Standard 6-3.
forming to the requirements of UMC Standard 2-2. Support materials shall be galvanized steel or meet the flame
resistance and corrosion requirements of UL 181.
SECTION 603 — INSTALLATION OF DUCTS 603.5 Outside-air and Return-air Duct Size. Outside-air and
return-air ducts shall have the following minimum areas:
603.1 Metal Ducts. Ducts shall be securely fastened in place at
each change of direction and as set forth in Table 6-E. Vertical 603.5.1 Gravity furnaces. The minimum unobstructed total
rectangular ducts and vertical round ducts shall be supported as set area of the outside or return-air ducts or openings to a gravity-type
forth in Table 6-E, Part I. Riser ducts shall be held in place by warm-air furnace shall not be less than 7 square inches per 1,000
means of metal straps or angles and channels to secure the riser to Btu/h (15.4 mm2/W) approved output rating or as indicated by the
the structure. conditions of listing of the furnace.
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603.5.2 Blower-type furnaces. The minimum unobstructed to- 50 when tested as a composite installation, including insulation,
tal area of the outside or return-air ducts or openings to a blow- facing materials, tapes and adhesives as normally applied.
er-type warm-air furnace shall not be less than 2 square inches per EXCEPTION: Insulation having a flame-spread index not exceed-
1,000 Btu/h (4.4 mm2/W) approved output rating or bonnet capac- ing 50 and a smoke-density index not greater than 100 may be installed
ity of the furnace. in dwellings or apartment houses where the duct system serves not
more than one dwelling unit.
603.5.3 Listing conditions. The total area of the outside or re-
turn-air ducts or openings need not be larger than the minimum in- 604.4 Identification. Factory-made air ducts and faced insula-
dicated by the conditions of listing of the furnace. tions intended for installation on the exterior of metal ducts shall
be legibly printed with the name of the manufacturer, the thermal
603.5.4 Heat pumps. The minimum unobstructed total area of resistance (R) value at installed thickness, and the flame-spread
the outside or return-air ducts or openings to a heat pump shall not index and smoke-developed index of the composite material.
be less than 6 square inches per 1,000 Btu/h (13.2 mm2/W) nomi-
nal output rating or as indicated by the conditions of listing of the
heat pump. SECTION 605 — DAMPERS IN DUCT SYSTEMS

603.6 Dampers. Volume dampers shall not be placed in the air 605.1 Smoke Dampers. Smoke dampers complying with rec-
inlet to a furnace in a manner which will reduce the required air to ognized standards in Chapter 16, Part III, shall be installed in ac-
the furnace. cordance with approved manufacturer’s installation instructions
when required by Chapters 7 and 9 of the Building Code. Smoke
603.7 Ducts for Blower-type Warm-air Furnace. Except as dampers shall be labeled by an approved agency.
provided in Section 404.1, air for every fuel-burning blower-type
warm-air furnace shall be conducted into the blower housing from 605.2 Fire Dampers. Fire dampers complying with recognized
outside the furnace space by continuous airtight ducts. standards in Chapter 16, Part III, shall be installed in accordance
with approved manufacturer’s installation instructions when re-
603.8 Supply-air Duct Size. quired by Chapter 7 of the Building Code. Fire dampers shall have
been tested for closure under airflow conditions and shall be la-
603.8.1 Area. The minimum unobstructed total area of the sup- beled for both maximum airflow permitted and direction of flow.
ply-air ducts from a blower-type warm-air furnace shall not be less When more than one damper is installed at a point in a single air
than 2 square inches per 1,000 Btu/h (4.4 mm2/W) approved out- path, the entire airflow shall be assumed to be passing through the
put rating of the furnace, and the minimum unobstructed total area smallest damper area. Fire dampers shall be labeled by an ap-
of the supply-air ducts from a gravity-type warm-air furnace shall proved agency. Only fire dampers labeled for use in dynamic
not be less than 7 square inches per 1,000 Btu/h (15.4 mm2/W) ap- sysems shall be installed in heating, ventilation and air-condition-
proved output rating or as specified by the conditions of listing of ing systems which are intended to operate with fans “on” during a
the furnace. The total area of the supply-air ducts need not exceed fire; see UBC Section 713.12.
the area of the furnace outlet plenum collar.
Ductwork shall be connected to damper sleeves or assemblies
For the purpose of this section, a volume damper, grille or regis- in such a way that collapse of the ductwork will not dislodge the
ter installed to control airflow shall not be considered an obstruc- damper or impair its proper operation.
tion.
605.3 Ceiling Dampers. Ceiling dampers complying with rec-
603.8.2 Supply-air duct size heat pump. The minimum unob- ognized standards in Chapter 16, Part III, shall be installed in ac-
structed total area of the supply-air ducts from a heat pump shall cordance with manufacturer’s approved installation instructions
not be less than 6 square inches per 1,000 Btu/h (13.2 mm2/W) in the fire-resistive ceiling element of floor-ceiling and roof-ceil-
nominal output rating or as indicated by the conditions of the list- ing assemblies when required by Chapter 7 of the Building Code.
ing of the heat pump. Fire dampers not meeting the temperature limitation of ceiling
603.8.3 Surgical operating room. Warm-air furnace duct open- dampers shall not be used as substitutes. Ceiling dampers shall be
ings serving a surgical operating room shall be at least 5 feet (1524 labeled by an approved agency.
mm) above the floor. 605.4 Multiple Arrangements. When size requires the use of
multiple dampers, the installation shall be framed in an approved
SECTION 604 — INSULATION OF DUCTS manner to ensure that the dampers remain in place.

604.1 Amount of Insulation. Supply- and return-air ducts and 605.5 Access and Identification. Dampers shall be provided
plenums of a heating or cooling system shall be insulated with not with an approved means of access, large enough to permit inspec-
less than the amount of insulation set forth in Table 6-D, except for tion and maintenance of the damper and its operating parts. The
ducts and plenums used exclusively for evaporative cooling sys- access shall not impair fire-resistive construction. Access shall
tems. not require the use of tools, keys or special knowledge. Access
points shall be permanently identified on the exterior by a label
604.2 Lining Materials. Approved materials shall be installed with letters not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) in height reading:
within ducts and plenums for insulating, sound deadening or other SMOKE DAMPER or FIRE DAMPER. Access doors in ducts
purposes. Materials shall have a mold-, humidity- and erosion- shall be tightfitting and suitable for the required duct construction.
resistant surface that meets the requirements of UL 181. Duct lin-
ers in systems operating with air velocities exceeding 2,000 feet 605.6 Freedom from Interference. Dampers shall be installed
per minute (10.2 m/s) shall be fastened with both adhesive and me- in a manner to ensure positive closing or opening as required by
chanical fasteners, and exposed edges shall have adequate treat- function. Interior liners or insulation shall be held back from por-
ment to withstand the operating velocity. tions of a damper, its sleeve or an adjoining duct which would in-
terfere with the damper’s proper operation. Exterior materials
604.3 External Insulation. Insulation applied to the exterior shall be installed so as to avoid interference with the operation or
surface of ducts located in buildings shall have a flame spread in- maintenance of external operating devices needed for proper
dex of not more than 25 and a smoke-density index not exceeding function.
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605.7 Temperature Classification of Operating Ele- 9. Exterior walls and interior stud partitions shall be fire
ments. Fusible links, thermal sensors, and pneumatic or electric blocked at the floor.
operators shall have a temperature rating or classification as re- 10. Each wall register shall be connected to the air chamber by a
quired by the Building Code. register box or boot.
11. A duct conforming with Section 601.1 shall extend from the
SECTION 606 — VENTILATING CEILINGS furnace supply outlet at least 6 inches (152 mm) below combus-
tible framing.
606.1 General. Perforated ceilings may be used for air supply
12. The entire ground surface of the under-floor space shall be
within the limitations of this section. Exit corridors when required
covered with a vapor barrier having a minimum thickness of
to be of fire-resistive construction by Section 1005.7 of the Build-
4 mils (0.1 mm) and a flame-spread index of 200 or less.
ing Code shall not have ventilating ceilings.
13. Fuel-gas lines and plumbing waste cleanouts are not located
606.2 Requirements. Ventilating ceilings shall comply with the within the space.
following provisions:
1. Suspended ventilating ceiling material shall have a Class I SECTION 608 — SHUTOFF FOR SMOKE CONTROL
flame-spread index on both sides determined in accordance with
Table 8-A of the Building Code. Suspended ventilating ceiling Air-moving systems supplying air in excess of 2,000 cubic feet per
supports shall be of noncombustible materials. minute (940 L/s) to enclosed spaces within buildings shall be
equipped with an automatic shutoff. Automatic shutoff shall be
2. Lighting fixtures recessed into the ventilating ceiling shall be accomplished by interrupting the power source of the air-moving
of a type approved for that purpose. equipment upon detection of smoke in the main supply-air duct
served by such equipment. Smoke detectors shall be labeled by an
approved agency for air-duct installation and shall be installed in
SECTION 607 — UNDER-FLOOR SPACE USED AS accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
PLENUMS Such devices shall be compatible with the operating velocities,
An under-floor space may be used as a supply plenum, provided: pressures, temperatures and humidities of the system. Where fire
detection or alarm systems are provided for the building, the
1. The use of under-floor space shall be limited to dwelling smoke detectors required by this section shall be supervised by
units not more than two stories in height. Except for the floor im- such systems.
mediately above the under-floor plenum, supply ducts shall be EXCEPTIONS: 1. When the space supplied by the air-moving
provided extending from the plenum to registers on other floor equipment is served by a total coverage smoke-detection system com-
levels. plying with UFC Standard 10-2, interconnection to such system may
be used to accomplish the required shutoff.
2. Such spaces shall be cleaned of all loose combustible scrap
material and shall be tightly and substantially enclosed. 2. Automatic shutoff is not required when all occupied rooms served
by the air-handling equipment have direct exit to the exterior and the
3. The enclosing material of the under-floor space, including travel distance does not exceed 100 feet (30.4 m).
the sidewall insulation, shall not be more flammable than 1-inch 3. Automatic shutoff is not required for Group R, Division 3 and
(25 mm) (nominal) wood boards (flame-spread index of 200). In- Group U Occupancies.
stallation of foam plastics is regulated by the Building Code. 4. Automatic shutoff is not required for approved smoke-control
systems or where analysis demonstrates shutoff would create a greater
4. Access shall be through an opening in the floor and shall not hazard, such as may be encountered in air-moving equipment supply-
be less than 24 inches by 24 inches (610 mm by 610 mm). ing specialized portions of Group H Occupancies. Such equipment
shall be required to have smoke detection with remote indication and
5. A furnace supplying warm air to under-floor space shall be manual shutoff capability at an approved location.
equipped with an automatic control which will start the air-circu-
lating fan when the air in the furnace bonnet reaches a temperature
not higher than 150°F (65°C). Such control shall be one that can- SECTION 609 — PRODUCT-CONVEYING DUCT
not be set higher than 150°F (65°C). SYSTEMS
6. A furnace supplying warm air to such space shall be 609.1 Materials. Materials used in product-conveying duct sys-
equipped with an approved temperature limit control that will lim- tems shall be suitable for the intended use and shall be of metal.
it outlet air temperature to 200°F (93°C). EXCEPTIONS: 1. Asbestos-cement, concrete, clay or ceramic
materials may be used when it is shown that these materials will be
7. A noncombustible receptacle shall be placed below each equivalent to metal ducts installed in accordance with this chapter.
floor opening into the air chamber, and such receptacle shall con- 2. Ducts serving a Class 5 system may be constructed of approved
form to the following: nonmetallic material when the corrosive characteristics of the material
7.1 The receptacle shall be securely suspended from the being conveyed make a metal system unsuitable and when the mixture
being conveyed is nonflammable.
floor members and shall not be more than 18 inches
(457 mm) below the floor opening. Approved nonmetallic material shall be either a listed product hav-
ing a flame-spread index of 25 or less and a smoke-developed rating
7.2 The area of the receptacle shall extend 3 inches of 50 or less on both inside and outside surfaces without evidence of
(76 mm) beyond the opening on all sides. continued progressive combustion, or shall have a flame-spread index
of 25 or less and shall be installed with an automatic fire-sprinkler pro-
7.3 The perimeter of the receptacle shall have a vertical lip tection system inside the duct.
at least 1 inch (25 mm) high at the open sides if it is at 3. Ducts used in central vacuum-cleaning systems within a dwelling
the level of the bottom of the joists, or 3 inches (76 mm) unit may be of PVC pipe. Penetrations of fire walls and floor-ceiling
high if the receptacle is suspended. or roof-ceiling assemblies shall comply with Sections 709 and 710 of
the Building Code. Copper or ferrous pipes or conduits extending from
8. Floor registers shall be designed for easy removal in order to within the separation between a garage and dwelling unit to the central
give access for cleaning the receptacles. vacuuming unit may be used.

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609.1.1 Aluminum. Aluminum ducts shall not be used in sys- 609.4 Cleanouts. Except for ducts used to convey noncorrosive
tems conveying flammable vapors, fumes or explosive dusts nor vapors with no particulate, accessible cleanouts shall be provided
in Class 2, 3 or 4 systems. Galvanized steel and aluminum ducts at 10-foot (3048 mm) intervals and at changes in direction. Access
shall not be used when the temperature of the material being con- openings shall also be provided for access to sprinklers and other
veyed exceeds 400°F (204°C). equipment within the duct which requires servicing.
Aluminum construction may be used in Class 1 product-con- 609.5 Explosion Venting. Ducts conveying explosive dusts
veying duct systems only. The thickness of aluminum ducts shall shall have explosion vents, openings protected by antiflashback
be at least two B.&S. gages thicker than the gages required for swing valves or rupture diaphragms. Openings to relieve explo-
steel ducts set forth in Tables 5-B and 5-C. sive forces shall be located outside the building. When relief de-
vices cannot provide sufficient pressure relief, ductwork shall be
609.1.2 Linings. Metal ducts used in Class 5 systems that are not
designed to withstand an internal pressure of not less than 100
resistant to the corrosiveness of the product shall be protected with
pounds per square inch (689 kPa).
appropriate corrosion-resistant material.
609.6 Supports. Spacing of supports for ducts shall not exceed
609.2 Construction. Ducts used for conveying products shall 12 feet (3658 mm) for 8-inch (203 mm) ducts nor 20 feet (6096
be of substantial airtight construction and shall not have openings mm) for larger ducts unless justified by the design. The design of
other than those required for operation and maintenance of the supports shall assume that 50 percent of the duct is full of the par-
system. Ducts constructed of steel shall comply with Table 5-B ticulate being conveyed.
or 5-C.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Class 1 product-conveying ducts that operate at 609.7 Fire Protection. Sprinklers or other fire-protection de-
less than 4 inches water column (995 Pa) negative pressure and convey vices shall be installed within ducts having a cross-sectional di-
noncorrosive, nonflammable and nonexplosive materials at tempera- mension exceeding 10 inches (254 mm) when the duct conveys
tures not exceeding 250°F (121°C) may be constructed in accordance flammable vapors or fumes. Sprinklers shall be installed at
with Table 5-B, 6-A, 6-E or, with prior approval, UMC Standard 6-1. 12-foot (3658 mm) intervals in horizontal ducts and at changes in
2. Ducts used in central-vacuuming systems within a dwelling unit direction. In vertical runs, sprinklers shall be installed at the top
may be constructed of PVC pipe. Penetrations of fire-resistive walls and at alternate floor levels.
and floor-ceiling or roof-ceiling assemblies shall comply with Sections
709 and 710 of the Building Code. Copper or ferrous pipes or conduit 609.8 Clearances. Ducts conveying flammable or explosive va-
extending from within the separation between a garage and dwelling pors, fumes or dusts shall have a clearance from combustibles of
unit to the central vacuum unit may be used. not less than 18 inches (457 mm). This clearance may be reduced
609.2.1 Rectangular sections. The use of rectangular ducts when the combustible construction is protected in accordance
conveying particulates shall be subject to approval of the building with Table 3-B.
official. The design of rectangular ducts shall consider the adhe-
609.8.1 Elevated temperatures. Ducts conveying products at
siveness and buildup of products being conveyed within the duct.
temperatures exceeding 125°F (52°C) shall have a clearance to
609.3 Fittings. Fittings in Class 2, Class 3 and Class 4 product- combustible materials not less than the following: 125°F to 250°F
conveying systems shall be at least two gages thicker than the (52°C to 121°C)—1 inch (25 mm); 251°F to 600°F (122°C to
thickness required for straight runs. Flexible metallic duct may be 315°C)—8 inches (203 mm). For temperatures exceeding 600°F
used for connecting ductwork to vibrating equipment. Duct sys- (315°C), the clearance shall not be less than required for chimneys
tems subject to wide temperature fluctuations shall be provided in Table 8-D.
with expansion joints. 609.9 Protection from Physical Damage. Ducts installed in lo-
Branches shall connect to main ducts at the large end of transi- cations where they are subject to physical damage shall be pro-
tions at an angle not exceeding 45 degrees. tected by suitable guards.
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TABLE 6-A—CONSTRUCTION DETAILS FOR RECTANGULAR SHEET METAL DUCTS

FOR STATIC AIR PRESSURES UP TO 2 INCHES WC
For pressures in excess of 2-inch water column (498 Pa), duct wall thickness shall be
two gages (for sheet gage equivalents see Appendix D) heavier than set forth in this table.
Duct specifications shown here are applicable when ducts larger than 18 inches (457 mm) are cross broken. Where cross breaking is not used,
duct wall thickness shall be two gages (for sheet gage equivalents see Appendix D) heavier on ducts 19 inches through 60 inches (483 mm
through 1524 mm) wide unless longitudinal standing seams are used.
MINIMUM METAL GAGES
Steel—U.S. Aluminum
Standard, B.&S., inches Copper Cold Duct Dimension
inches (gage) (gage) Rolled (inches) Permissible Girth Joints and Longitudinal Seams

× 25.4 for mm × 0.0026 for × 25.4 for mm × 25.4 for mm

kg/m2
0.019 (26) 0.020 (24) 16 oz. Up through 12 Drive slip, plain “S” slip, or 1″ pocket lock
13 through 18 Drive slip, plain “S” slip, or 1″ pocket lock
Hemmed “S” slip, 1″ bar slip, or 1″ pocket lock on 5′ centers
0.024 (24) 0.025 (22) 24 oz. Hemmed “S” slip, 1″ bar slip, or 1″ pocket lock on 10′ centers with 1″ × 1″ × 1/8″ angles
19 through 30 on center line between
Hemmed “S” slip, 1″ bar slip, or 1″ pocket lock on 10′ centers with cross break 1″
standing seam on 5′ centers
1″ bar slip, reinforced bar slip, or pocket lock, on 5′ centers
1″ bar slip, reinforced bar slip, or pocket lock on 10′ centers with 1″ × 1″ × 1/8″ angles on
31 through 42 center line between
1″ standing seam on 5′ centers
0.030 (22) 0.032 (20) 32 oz. Inside longitudinal standing seams with 1″ × 1″ × 1/8″ angles on 5′ center on exterior
11/2″ bar slip, reinforced bar slip, or pocket lock on 4′ centers
11/2″ bar slip, reinforced bar slip, or pocket lock on 8′ centers with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″
43 through 54 angles on center line between
11/2″ bar slip, reinforced bar slip, or pocket lock on 4′ centers with cross break
11/2″ standing steam on 3′ centers
55 through 60 Inside longitudinal standing seam with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ angles on 4′ centers on
exterior
Reinforced bar slip, angle slip, alternate bar slip, or angle reinforced pocket lock on 4′
centers using 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ reinforcing angles and with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ angles
on center line between
0.036 (20) 0.040 (18) 36 oz. Reinforced bar slip, angle slip, alternate bar slip, or angle reinforced pocket lock on 8′
centers using 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ reinforcing angles and with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ angles
61 through 84 2′ on centers in between
11/2″ angle reinforced standing seam on 2′ centers using 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ reinforcing
angles
Inside longitudinal standing seams with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ angles on 2′ centers on
exterior
Companion angles, angle slip, or angle reinforced pocket lock using 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 3/16″
companion or reinforcing angles on 4′ centers with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 3/16″ angles on
center line between
Companion angles, angle slip, or angle reinforced pocket lock using 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 3/16″
companion or reinforcing angles on 8′ centers with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 3/16″ angles on 2′
85 through 96 centers in between
11/2″ angle reinforced standing seam on 2′ centers using 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 3/16″ reinforcing
angles
0.047 (18) 0.050 (16) 48 oz. Inside longitudinal standing seams with 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 3/16″ angles on 2′ centers on
exterior
Companion angles, angle slip, or angle reinforced pocket using 2″ × 2″ × 1/4″ companion
or reinforcing angles on 4′ centers with 2″ × 2″ × 1/4″ angles on center line between
Companion angles, angle slip, or angle reinforced pocket lock using 2″ × 2″ × 1/4″
Over 96 companion or reinforcing angles on 8′ centers with 2″ × 2″ × 1/4″ angles 2′ on center
line between
11/2″ angle reinforced standing seam on 2′ centers using 2″ × 2″ × 1/4″ reinforcing angles
Inside longitudinal standing seams with 2″ × 2″ × 1/4″ angles on 2′ centers on exterior

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TABLE 6-B—CONSTRUCTION DETAILS FOR ROUND AND FLAT-OVAL DUCTS

ALUMINUM STEEL—THICKNESS IN INCHES

B.&S. GAGE (STEEL—GALVANIZED SHEET GAGE) GIRTH JOINTS1
Pressure ≤ 2″ WC2
Pressure ≤ 2″ WC (498 Pa) Pressure > 2″ ≤ 10″ WC (498 Pa ≤ 2.5 kPa)
DUCT DIAMETER Minimum Girth Reinforcing
Reinforcing,
MAXIMUM WIDTH Longitudinal Welded Maximum Spacing
(inches) Round Round Flat-Oval Spiral Seam Seam Fittings Pressure > 2″ ≤ 10″ WC and Angle Size
× 25.4 for mm
Up to 9 24 0.019 0.024 0.019 0.024 0.030 2″ slip None
(26) (24) (26) (24) (22)
Over 9 24 0.019 0.024 0.024 0.030 0.036 4″ slip None
Up to 14 (26) (24) (24) (22) (20)
Over 14 22 0.024 0.030 0.024 0.030 0.036 4″ slip None
Up to 23 (24) (22) (24) (22) (20)
Over 23 20 0.030 0.036 0.030 0.036 0.036 4″ slip None
Up to 37 (22) (20) (22) (20) (20)
Over 37 18 0.036 0.047 0.036 0.036 0.047 11/4″ × 11/4″ × 1/8″ 11/4″ × 11/4″ × 1/8″ on
Up to 51 (20) (18) (20) (20) (18) flange 72″
Over 51 16 0.047 0.058 X 0.047 0.047 11/4″ × 11/4″ × 1/8″ 11/4″ × 11/4″ × 1/8″ on
Up to 61 (18) (16) (18) (18) flange 72″
Over 61 14 0.058 0.070 X 0.058 0.058 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ on
Up to 84 (16) (14) (16) (16) flange 48″
1For pressure ≤ 2 inches WC (498 Pa) any of the following joints are acceptable: butt slip, pipe slip, pipe lock, roll slip, snap slip, plenum lock and companion flange.
2Acceptable longitudinal seams for pressure ≤ 2 inches WC (498 Pa): Acme (grooved), snap lock, standing and spiral.

TABLE 6-C—THICKNESS OF METAL DUCTS AND PLENUMS USED FOR HEATING OR COOLING FOR A SINGLE DWELLING UNIT

GALVANIZED STEEL
Minimum Thickness (inches) Equivalent Galvanized APPROXIMATE ALUMINUM
SIZE AND SHAPE OF DUCT × 25.4 for mm Sheet Gage No. B.&S. GAGE
Round ducts and enclosed rectangular ducts
14″ (356 mm) or less 0.013 30 26
Over 14″ (356 mm) 0.016 28 24
Exposed rectangular ducts
14″ (356 mm) or less 0.016 28 24
Over 14″ (356 mm) 0.019 26 22

TABLE 6-D—INSULATION OF DUCTS

INSULATION TYPES INSULATION TYPES

DUCT LOCATION MECHANICALLY COOLED HEATING ZONE1 HEATING ONLY
I A and W
On roof on exterior of building C, V2 and W II B and W
III C and W
I A
Attics, garages and crawl spaces A and V2 II A
III B
I A
In walls,3 within floor ceiling spaces3
floor-ceiling A and V2 II A
III B
Within the conditioned space or in basements; return ducts
in air plenums None required None required
Cement slab or within ground None required None required
NOTE: Where ducts are used for both heating and cooling, the minimum insulation shall be as required for the most restrictive condition.
1Heating Degree Days:

Zone I below 4,500 D.D.

Zone II 4,501 to 8,000 D.D.
Zone III over 8,001 D.D.
2Vapor retarders shall be installed on supply ducts in spaces vented to the outside in geographic areas where the summer dew point temperature based on the
21/2 percent column of dry-bulb and mean coincident wet-bulb temperature exceeds 60°F (15.4°C).
3Insulation may be omitted on that portion of a duct which is located within a wall- or a floor-ceiling space where:
3.1 Both sides of the space are exposed to conditioned air.
3.2 The space is not ventilated.
3.3 The space is not used as a return plenum.
3.4 The space is not exposed to unconditioned air.
Ceilings which form plenums need not be insulated.

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TABLE 6-D—INSULATION OF DUCTS—(Continued)

INSULATION TYPES4:
A— A material with an installed conductance of 0.48 (2.72 W/(m·K)] or the equivalent thermal resistance of 2.1 [0.367 (m·K)/W].
Examples of materials capable of meeting the above requirements:
1-inch (25 mm), 0.60 lb./cu. ft. (9.6 kg/m3) mineral fiber, rock, slag or glass blankets.
1/ -inch (13 mm), 1.5 to 3 lb./cu. ft. (24 to 48 kg/m3) mineral fiber blanket duct liner.
2
1/ -inch (13 mm), 3 to 10 lb./cu. ft. (48 to 160 kg/m3) mineral fiber board.
2
B— A material with an installed conductance of 0.24 [1.36W/(m·K)] or the equivalent thermal resistance of 4.2 (0.735 m·K/w).
Examples of materials meeting the above requirements:
2-inch (51 mm), 0.60 lb./cu. ft. (9.6 kg/m3) mineral fiber blankets.
1-inch (25 mm), 1.5 to 3 lb./cu. ft. (24 to 48 kg/m3) mineral fiber blanket duct liner.
1-inch (25 mm), 3 to 10 lb./cu. ft. (48 to 160 kg/m3) mineral fiber board.
C— A material with an installed conductance of 0.16 [0.9 W/(m·K)] or the
equivalent thermal resistance of 6.3 [1.1 (m·K)/W].
Examples of materials meeting the above requirements:
3-inch (76 mm), 0.60 lb./cu. ft. (9.6 kg/m3) mineral fiber blankets.
11/2-inch (38 mm), 1.5 to 3 lb./cu. ft. (24 to 48 kg/m3) mineral fiber blanket duct liner.
11/2-inch (38 mm), 3 to 10 lb./cu. ft. (48 to 160 kg/m3) mineral fiber board.
V— Vapor Retarders: Material with a perm rating not exceeding 0.5 perm [29 ng/(Pa·s·m2)]. All joints to be sealed.
W—Approved weatherproof barrier.
4The example of materials listed under each type is not meant to limit other available thickness and density combinations with the equivalent installed conductance or
resistance based on the insulation only.

TABLE 6-E—DUCT SUPPORTS

Part I—VERTICAL DUCTS

MAXIMUM SIDE OF MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF
RECTANGULAR DUCT METAL STRAP OR ANGLE BRACKET ROUND DUCTS STRAPS
× 25.4 for mm
24″ 1″ × 1/8″ (strap)1 10″ 0.047″ (No. 18 gage) galvanized steel 2″ wide1
36″ 1″ × 1″ × 1/8″ angle1 20″ 0.058″ (No. 16 gage) galvanized steel 2″ wide1
48″ 1 /8″ × 11/8″ × 1/8″ angle1
1 40″ 1/ ″ steel × 11/ ″1
8 2
60″ 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ angle1 60″ 1/ ″ steel × 2″1
8
Over 60″ 2″ × 2″ × 1/8″ angle1 Over 60″ 3/ ″ steel × 2″1
16
Part II—HORIZONTAL DUCTS
18″ 1″ × 18 gage2 Same gage as galvanized steel duct, 1″
1 wide or (No.
10″ 18 gage galvanized steel wire) on 10′ centers
30″ 1″ × 18 gage2
48″ 1″ × 1/8″ 2 20″ Same gage as galvanized steel duct, 1″ wide or (No. 8
gage galvanized steel wire)) tied to 1″ galvanized steel
60″ 1″ × 1/8″ 2 40″ band around duct on 10′ centers
Same gage as galvanized steel duct, 11/2″ wide on 6′
60″ centers
80″ 1″ × 1/8″ 2
Same gage as galvanized steel duct, 11/2″ wide on 4′
Over 60″ centers
Part III—HORIZONTAL DUCTS—TRAPEZE-TYPE SUPPORTS
MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF ROUND
DUCT OR SIDE OF
RECTANGULAR DUCT HORIZONTAL SUPPORT ANGLE3 HANGER
36″ 11/2″ × 11/2″ × 1/8″ 1/ round rod or 1″ × 1″ × 1/8″ angle
4″
48″ 2″ × 2″ × 1/8″ 1/ ″ round rod or 1″ × 1″ × 1/ ″ angle
4 8
60″ 2″ × 2″ × 1/8″ 5/ ″ round rod or 1″ × 1″ × 1/ ″ angle
16 8
84″ 2″ × 2″ × 1/8″ 3/ ″ round rod or 1″ × 1″ × 1/ ″ angle
8 8
1Spaced vertically not more than 12 feet (3658 mm) on centers.
2Spaced horizontally not more than 10 feet (3048 mm) on centers.
3Spaced not more than 8 feet (2438 mm) on centers.

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APPENDIX A, STANDARD 6-3

UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE STANDARD 6-3

STANDARD FOR INSTALLATION OF
FACTORY-MADE AIR DUCTS

Based on the 1989 Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards published

by the Thermal Insulation Manufacturers Association and the Guidelines for Installing Flexible Ducts
published by the Air Diffusion Council

See Section 603.2 of the Uniform Mechanical Code

SECTION 6.301 — SCOPE the structural connection and sealing of seams and joints for air
tightness. Only listed closure systems identified in the manufac-
These requirements are intended to supplement information con- turer’s installation instructions are suitable for use with rigid fi-
tained in the manufacturer’s installation instruction sheets in- brous glass duct systems. Listed closures include:
cluded in each carton of material, which cover fabrication, closure
methods, reinforcement and hanging of factory-made rigid and 1. Pressure-sensitive aluminum foil tapes.
flexible air ducts complying with UL 181. The standard is divided 2. Heat-activated aluminum foil/scrim tapes.
into two parts: Part A covering rigid ducts and Part B covering
flexible ducts. 3. Mastic and glass fabric tape systems.
Listed closure systems may be used on listed duct board materi-
Part A—Rigid Ducts
als.
SECTION 6.302 — GENERAL 6.303.2 Surface Preparation. In order to obtain satisfactory ad-
hesion and bonding, the surface on which closures will be applied
The use of these ducts is governed by Section 601.1, together with must be free from dust, dirt, oil, grease, moisture and similar sub-
the restrictions contained in Section 603.2. For information re- stances. APPENDIX A, STANDARD 6-3
garding the fabrication of rectangular ducts from flat sheets of
duct board, refer to the document upon which this standard is 6.303.3 Joint and Seam Preparation. Longitudinal seams are
based, and the manufacturer’s instruction sheet. fabricated with a shiplap joint which is closed with the use of out-
ward-clinching staples at 2 inches (51 mm) on center, through the
SECTION 6.303 — CLOSURE SYSTEMS stapling flap of the jacketing material. Transverse joints between
two duct sections are prepared by joining two duct sections, pull-
6.303.1 General. Closure systems are a vital element in the ing the staple flap over the adjoining section and stapling as shown
proper assembly of fibrous glass duct systems. They provide both in Figure A6-3-1.

Closure tape centered

over edge of stapling flap,
1″ (25 mm) min. overlap

Staples outward,
clinching, min.
1/ ″ (13 mm) long
2

Staple flap
Approx. 2″ (51 mm)
on centers

FIGURE A6-3-1—TAPE CLOSURE JOINT WITH STAPLE FLAP

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When staple flaps are not present, crosstabs are used to hold ronment in order to improve the initial tack.
seams and joints in position for reinforcing the closure system.
If the duct board has been located in an atmosphere of less than
Cross tabs, made from 8-inch (203 mm) minimum lengths of clo-
50°F (10°C), the surfaces to be taped must be preheated to ensure a
sure tape, are to be equally spaced on each side of the joint. Cross
satisfactory bond of the tape. Using any suitable heating iron with
tabs are spaced on 12-inch (305 mm) (maximum) centers, with at
the plate temperature set at 400°F (± 25°F) (204°C ± 14°C) pre-
least one cross tab per duct side (Figure A6-3-2). Cross tabs may
heat the area to be taped. Quickly position the tape on the pre-
be placed either under or over the closure tape.
heated area and press in place. Pass the iron two or three times over
6.303.4 Application of Pressure-sensitive Aluminum Foil the taped area using a rapid “ironing” motion (see Figure A6-3-5).
Tapes. Use minimum 21/2-inch-wide (64 mm) listed pressure- Rub tape firmly with a plastic squeegee (Figure A6-3-3) until
sensitive tape. Position the tape along the edge of the flap in a man- the facing reinforcement shows through the tape.
ner that will allow 1-inch-minimum (25 mm) overlap on adjacent
surfaces. When operating pressure is less than 1 inch w.g. (249 Pa) (posi-
tive pressure), and sheet metal surfaces are cleaned in accordance
If tape has been stored at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C), it with tape manufacturer’s instructions, pressure-sensitive tape
should be conditioned prior to use by placement in a warm envi- may be used to seal fibrous glass duct to sheet metal.

Crosstab

Closure tape
centered over
butt joint

Min. 8″ (203 mm) approx.

centered over
12″ max. (305 mm) joint, min.
1 per side

Butt joint

FIGURE A6-3-2—TAPE CLOSURE JOINT WITHOUT STAPLE FLAP

FIGURE A6-3-3—PRESSURE-SENSITIVE TAPE

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FIGURE A6-3-4—HEAT-ACTIVATED TAPE

FIGURE A6-3-5—HOT IRON, SECOND PASS

6.303.5 Application of Heat-activated Tapes. Position the (89 mm) wide over the center of the joint seam. Firmly press the
21/2-inch (64 mm) (minimum) tape along the edge of the flap in a 3-inch-wide (76 mm) glass fabric into the mastic (see Fig-
manner that will allow a 1-inch-minimum (25 mm) overlap on ad- ure A6-3-6).
jacent surfaces. Using a suitable heating iron with a plate tempera-
ture between 550°F and 600°F (287°C and 315°C), pass the iron Apply a second coat of mastic over the glass fabric, filling the
along the tape seam with sufficient pressure and dwell time to acti- scrim pattern as indicated in Figure A6-3-7.
vate the adhesive (see Figure A6-3-4). A satisfactory bond has
been achieved when the heat indicator dots have darkened. Follow the manufacturer’s label instructions on application
rate, safety precautions, ventilation requirements, shelf life limi-
Use a second pass of the iron to complete the bond by applying tations and minimum setup time required before stress can be ap-
pressure to the front edge of the iron in a smearing action (see Fig- plied to the joint or seam.
ure A6-3-5).
Allow all joints and seams to cool below 150°F (65°C) before When connecting fibrous glass duct systems to sheet metal, as
any stress is applied. Avoid puncturing the tape at staple locations in connections to flanges or central air equipment, fasteners such
with excessive pressure from the iron. as sheet metal screws and washers must be used to carry the me-
chanical load. Glass fabric and mastic can then be applied to seal
6.303.6 Application of Glass-fab and Mastic Tape Sys- the connections at these points. Usually, two widths of glass fabric
tems. Apply a thin coat of mastic approximately 31/2 inches will be required.
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FIGURE A6-3-6—GLASS FABRIC INTO MASTIC

FIGURE A6-3-7—SECOND COAT OF MASTIC

SECTION 6.304 — REINFORCEMENT While some duct dimensions may not require any reinforce-
ment in straight sections, certain fittings of the same dimension
6.304.1 General. Reinforcement is used to limit the deflection
may require reinforcement. This requirement is noted wherever
of the duct surface caused by internal static pressure loading. The
maximum dimension of unreinforced ducts, which is a function of applicable in this standard and in Table A6-3-D. Fitting reinforce-
the system operating pressure, is shown on the manufacturer’s la- ment is accomplished by the use of tie rods wherever possible, and
bel, affixed to each piece of duct board. with channel reinforcement applied where tie rods cannot be used.
Duct systems made from Types 475 and 800 fibrous glass duct
board may use one or more of the following reinforcement meth- 6.304.2 Tie-rod Reinforcement—Positive Pressure.
ods:
1. Tie rod reinforcement.
6.304.2.1 Tie rods. Tie rods consist of straight lengths of
2. Channel reinforcement. 12 gage (2 mm) galvanized steel wire with flat steel volcano-type
The reinforcement schedules contained in Tables A6-3-A, washers and any of three approved termination devices (see Fig-
A6-3-B and A6-3-D are suitable for 0 inch to 2 inch w.g. (0 Pa to ure A6-3-8). The 21/2-inch (64 mm) square shall be installed so
498 Pa) duct systems. turned edges face away from the duct board facing.

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TIE ROD LENGTH =

DUCT O.D. + 13/4″ (44 mm)

POP
RIVET

TIE ROD LENGTH = DUCT O.D.

LOCKING
CAP

TIE-ROD LENGTH = DUCT O.D. + 7/16″ (11 mm)

FIGURE A6-3-8—TERMINATIONS: FASLOOP; POP RIVET SLEEVE; LOCKING CAP

6.304.2.2 Location. In relation to transverse joints, the tie rods joint is glued with an adhesive system documented by the duct
are spaced 4 inches (102 mm) from the end of the female joint, as board manufacturer.
shown in Figure A6-3-9.
6.304.2.3 Spacing. Tie rods are placed in rows of two to five
When butt joints are used instead of shiplap joints, tie rods are rods, across the face of the duct, with row spaces varying from
placed in rows located at 3 inches (76 mm) on either side of the 16 inches to 48 inches (406 mm to 1219 mm) depending on duct
joint. size and operating pressure.
Alternate: A single tie-rod reinforcement may be used if the butt The spacing of tie rods is shown in Table A6-3-A.
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CLOSURE TAPE CENTERED

OVER EDGE OF STAPLING FLAP

TIE ROD: 12 GAGE WIRE

SEE FIGURE A6-3-8
FOR TERMINATIONS
21/2″ (64 mm) SQ. WASHER, 0.028″
(0.71 mm) THICK
STAPLING FLAP ON
MALE SHIPLAP SIDE

MALE
FEMALE

4″ (102 mm) NOM.

TO CLEAR
CLOSURE

FIGURE A6-3-9—TIE-ROD PLACEMENT

TABLE A6-3-A—TIE-ROD SYSTEM REINFORCEMENT SCHEDULE

WASHER, 21/2″ (64 mm)
SQUARE × 0.028″ (0.71 mm)
THICK WITH TURNED TIE ROD: 12 GAGE
EDGES AWAY FROM STRAIGHT GALVANIZED
FACING, VOLCANO TYPE,
STEEL WIRE. SEE FIGURE
HOLE IN CENTER
A6-3-8 FOR APPROVED
WIRE TERMINATIONS

TIE-ROD SYSTEM REINFORCEMENT SCHEDULE (Positive Pressure Only)

Type 475 Board Type 800 Board
Maximum
Positive inside Duct Maximum Maximum
Static Dimension, Longitudinal No. Rods Per 4-ft. Longitudinal No. Rods Per 4-ft.
Pressure inches No. Rods across Spacing Section No. Rods across Spacing Section
(× 249 for Pa) (× 25.4 for mm) Dimension (× 25.4 for mm) (1219 mm) Dimension (× 25.4 for mm) (1219 mm)
0-36 * *
37-42
2 4 2 2
0 to 43-48 48″
48
1/ ″ 49-60 3
2
w.g. 3 24″ 6 3
61-64 6
65-80 4 8 4 24″
24 8
81-96 5 10 5 10
0-24 * *
25-30 48″ 1
1 2 1
31-32 2
Over
1/ ″
2
33-36
to 1″ 2 4 2 4
37-48 24″
24
wg
w.g. 24″
49-64 3 6 3 6
65-80 4 8 4 8
81-96 5 10 5 10
0-15 * *
16-18 *
24″ 2
19-24 1 1
1
Over 1″ 25-32 3 2
24″
to 22″ 33-48 2 6 2 4
w.g. 49-60 6
3 16″ 9 3
61-64 9
65-80 4 12 4 16″ 12
81-96 5 15 5 15
*Straight ducts of these dimensions do not require reinforcement. However, some fittings of these dimensions may require reinforcement.
NOTES:
1. Tie rods and washers must be no more than 16 inches (406 mm) on centers across duct dimension.
2. Ducts of 48-inch (1219 mm) width and over require use of antisag devices.
3. For duct dimensions over 96 inches (2438 mm), maintain tie rod spacing on 16-inch (406 mm) centers across the duct dimension following longitudinal
spacing for the design pressure.
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When the sides of the duct exceed the dimensions which require For easier mating of fittings and duct sections during installa-
reinforcement (see Table A6-3-A), horizontal tie rods are also tion, a 1/2-inch-diameter (13 mm) steel conduit and washers may
installed per the schedule. be added to an existing tie-rod assembly at the female shiplap end.

6.304.2.4 Typical tie-rod reinforcement examples, positive When ducts are fabricated with butt joints, sag supports must be
pressure ducts. See Section 6.304.2.2 for placement of tie rods installed on both sides of the joint. A hanger must be installed
and sag supports in relation to joints. Sag support is required in within 12 inches (305 mm) of the sag support.
ducts 48 inches (1219 mm) and greater in width. 6.304.3 Channel Reinforcement.
The number of tie rods across the duct width shall be as required 6.304.3.1 General. Another reinforcement system, for use in ei-
in the schedule contained in Table A6-3-A. ther positive or negative pressure duct systems, consists of formed
The longitudinal spacing of the rows of tie rods is based on the sheet metal channels wrapped around the perimeter of the duct.
schedule in Table A6-3-A. This spacing will vary from 48 inches When channels must be attached to the duct, for sag control or
(1219 mm) on center to as close as 16 inches (406 mm) on center. negative-pressure reinforcement, No. 10 plated sheet metal
screws and 21/2-inch (64 mm) square, 0.020-inch (0.5 mm) (mini-
6.304.2.5 Sag control—Tie-rod reinforcement shiplapped mum) thick sheet metal washers are used. These must have turned
joints. Top panels of fibrous glass duct sections or fittings 48 edges to prevent cutting into the duct board. In positive-pressure
inches (1219 mm) wide or greater may sag due to the weight of the applications, wraparound channels need not be attached to the
duct board when the system is not pressurized. To control this con- duct board except when required for sag control.
dition, sag supports must be provided. Figure A6-3-11A shows a
typical installation. Table A6-3-B gives longitudinal spacing, sheet metal gage and
channel height dimensions of reinforcement, depending on the
Sag supports do not replace tie-rod assemblies as called for in duct board type, maximum inside dimensions and static pressure.
the reinforcement schedule, but must be installed in addition to This is a minimum reinforcement schedule applying to straight
them. Hangers must be located within 12 inches (305 mm) of the sections. This schedule will also apply to fittings, but a simplified
sag supports. schedule may also be used (see Table A6-3-C).

24″ (610 mm) NOM. (TYP.)

16″ (406 mm) MAX.

16″ (406 mm) MAX. 4″ (102 mm) MAX.

SAG SUPPORT
12″ (305 mm) MAX.

FIGURE A6-3-10—TIE-ROD REINFORCEMENT ROWS ON 24-INCH (610 mm)

CENTERS, 48-INCH (1219 mm) DUCT SECTION

FEMALE
SHIPLAP
SIDE SAG SUPPORT
MALE
12″ (305 mm) MAX. SHIPLAP
SIDE

A6-3-11
FIGURE A6-3-11A—SAG CONTROL—TIE-ROD REINFORCEMENT

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3″
(76 mm) NOM.

DUCT BOARD

1/
SHIPLAPPED 2″ (12.7 mm)
JOINT STEEL CONDUIT

TIE ROD TIE ROD

21/2″ (63.5 mm)

SQ. WASHERS

DUCT BOARD

FIGURE A6-3-11B—SAG CONTROL DETAIL

TABLE A6-3-B—CHANNEL SYSTEM REINFORCEMENT SCHEDULE

CHANNEL SYSTEM REINFORCEMENT SCHEDULE
Type 475 Board Type 800 Board
M i
Maximum
inside Duct Maximum Channel Maximum
Dimension Longitudinal Gage (See H Dimension Longitudinal Channel Gage (See H Dimension
Static Pressure (I.D.), in. Spacing Appendix D for (See Below) Spacing Appendix D for (See Below)
sheet
h t gage sheet
h gage
× 249 for Pa × 25.4 for mm equivalency) × 25.4 for mm equivalency) × 25.4 for mm
0 to 0-30 * *
1/ ″
2 Negative
31-36 24″ 22 1″ 48″ 22 1″
wg
w.g.
Positive 0-36 * *
0 to 1/2″ w.g.
g 37-42
positive
iti or 1″
43-48 48″
48
negative
49-60 1″
1 11/2″
24″ 22 22
61-72
73-84 24″
24 11″
85-96 11/4″
Over 1/2″ to 1″ 0-24 * *
w.g. positive
iti 25-30 48″
or negative
31-36
37-42 22 22
1″ 1″
43-48
24″
49-60 24″
24
61-72
73-84 18 18
11/4″ 11/4″
85-96
Over 1″ to 2″ 0-15 * *
w.g. positive
iti 16-18 *
or negative 24″
19-24
1″
25-36 22
1″ 24″ 22
37-48
11/4″
49-60
16″
61-72 1″
73-84 18 11/4″ 16″ 18 11/4″
85-96 11/2″ 11/2″
*Straight ducts of these dimensions do not require reinforcement; however, some fittings of these dimensions may require reinforcement.
NOTE: Ducts of 48-inch (1219 mm) maximum width and over require use of antisag devices.
GAGE AS
H SPECIFIED

3″
(76 mm)

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6.304.3.2 Channels. Channels must be fabricated from galva- channels are secured to the top for sag support with No. 10 plated
nized sheet metal of the gage shown in Table A6-3-B. sheet metal screws and 21/2-inch (64 mm) square washers (see De-
Channels are 3 inches (76 mm) wide, with a height (H) as shown tail A). The number of channels along the duct shall be in accor-
in Table A6-3-B. dance with Table A6-3-B.
Each reinforcement may be fabricated from a continuous length 6.304.4 Negative-pressure Channel Reinforcement.
of channel having three 90-degree bends and a fourth 90-degree
6.304.4.1 Locating reinforcing channels. In negative-pressure
corner which is fastened with bolts, screws, rivets, spot welds or
applications such as return-air ducts, the channel reinforcement is
staples. Reinforcements may also be fabricated with two, three or
applied over the male shiplap. Special clips are installed inside the
four securely fastened corners.
duct (see Figure A6-3-13), which will support both the male and
6.304.3.3 Location of channels. Channels are normally offset female sides of the duct joint. The clips are fastened in place with
4 inches (102 mm) from the end of the duct section to facilitate two sheet metal screws.
installation of sag supports and the closure system.
6.304.4.2 Clips. Clips are formed from 20 gage (0.036 inch)
Where wraparound channels without sag support are used, the (0.91 mm) galvanized steel, with turned edges as shown in De-
channel is slipped over the closure tape after the tape is applied, tail B.
and centered over the female shiplap end for maximum support.
Clips are spaced not more than 16 inches (406 mm) apart and
6.304.3.4 Sag support and typical channel reinforce- not more than 16 inches (406 mm) from the sides of a duct. The
ment. When the duct is 48 inches (1219 mm) wide or greater, number of clips required is shown in Table A6-3-C.

3″
(76 mm)
GAGE AS SPECIFIED
H

#10 PLATED SHEET 21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQ. WASHER

METAL SCREW INSIDE DUCT

DETAIL A.
DETAIL A. TYPICAL, CENTER OF EACH CHANNEL

APPROX.
16″ (406 mm) O.C.
APPROX. 16″ (406 mm) O.C.
APPROX.
16″ (406 mm) O.C.
JOINT

FIGURE A6-3-12—16-INCH (406 mm) CENTERS, 48-INCH (1219 mm) DUCT SECTIONS

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DUCT
OUTSIDE
H 90° DUCT HEIGHT
OUTSIDE
WIDTH

18 OR 22 GAGE (0.047 in. or 0.030 in.)

3″ (76 mm) (1.19 or 76 mm) SEE FIGURE A6-3-2

DETAIL B. CHANNEL REINFORCEMENT

TWO #10 × 11/4″ (32 mm)
SHEET METAL
SCREWS 16″ (406 mm)
ON CENTER

CLOSURE TAPE

FEMALE
MALE

CLIP

11/2″ (38 mm)

FIGURE A6-3-13—CHANNEL REINFORCEMENT FOR NEGATIVE-PRESSURE SYSTEMS

20 GAGE (0.036 in.) (0.91 mm) 2″ (51 mm)

GALVANIZED
STEEL 2″ (51 mm)

1/ (13 mm)
2″

1″ (25.4 mm) 6″ (153 mm)

DETAIL A. CLIP, NEGATIVE-PRESSURE

REINFORCEMENT SYSTEMS

FIGURE A6-3-14—DETAIL B—CLIP, NEGATIVE-PRESSURE SYSTEMS

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TABLE A6-3-C—NEGATIVE-PRESSURE FASTENERS

FASTENER REQUIREMENTS, NEGATIVE PRESSURE
Transverse Dimension (inches)
Minimum Number of Clips or
× 25.4 mm Washers per Reinforcing Member
16-32 1
33-48 2
49-64 3
65-80 4
81-96 5
NOTE: The foregoing arrangements are important
and, if not followed closely, may result in system failure.

MALE FEMALE

16″ 16″ CLIP

(406 mm) (406 mm)

21/2″ (63.5 mm)

SQ. WASHERS 16″ (406 mm)
MAX.

APPROX.
24″ (610 mm) O.C.

APPROX.
24″ (610 mm) O.C.

FIGURE A6-3-15—CHANNEL REINFORCEMENT ON 24-INCH (610 mm) CENTERS,

48-INCH (1219 mm) DUCT SECTION

6.304.4.3 Additional fasteners. When additional channels are Some fittings, branches, tees or offsets may require reinforce-
required [as with 24-inch and 16-inch (610 mm and 406 mm) ment even though schedules for straight ducts of the same dimen-
spacing], they are attached to the duct with No. 10 plated sheet sion may show reinforcement is not required.
metal screws and 21/2-inch (64 mm) square washers (see Detail A
of Figure A6-3-12).
6.304.5.2 Partial wraparound reinforcement. Where rein-
The spacing of the fasteners through each reinforcement chan- forcement is required but cannot be fastened to opposite sides of a
nel is the same as for joint clips (see Table A6-3-C). A typical lay- duct section or fitting, it is necessary to install formed sheet metal
out for negative-pressure ductwork is shown in Figure A6-3-15 channels that partially wrap around a fibrous glass duct system fit-
and Detail C. ting at the required location. (See Table A6-3-B for appropriate
6.304.5 Fitting Reinforcement—Positive-pressure Systems. gage and profile.) In such cases, No. 10 by 11/4-inch (31.8 mm)
plated sheet metal screws and 21/2-inch (64 mm) square washers,
6.304.5.1 General. Fittings are reinforced with tie rods or chan- 0.020 inch (0.51 mm) (minimum) thick, are used to attach the
nels based on the duct dimensions, using the criteria found in ends of the channels to the duct board. (See Detail D and
Tables A6-3-A and A6-3-B. Table A6-3-D.)

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3″ (76 mm) CHANNEL. SEE

TABLE A6-3-D FOR DIM.
#10 PLATED
SHEET METAL
L SCREW

21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQ. WASHER

INSIDE DUCT

DETAIL A.

MAXIMUM DIM. L
LONGITUDINAL SEE TABLE A6-3-D
SPACING FOLLOWING (or overleaf)
A.

AIR FLOW

4″ (102 mm)

TOTAL LENGTH OF CHANNEL =

OUTSIDE DUCT DIMENSION + TWICE L DIM., TABLE A6-3-D

FIGURE A6-3-16—PARTIAL WRAP-AROUND REINFORCEMENT

TABLE A6-3-D—PARTIAL WRAP-AROUND REINFORCEMENT

PARTIAL WRAP-AROUND REINFORCEMENT SCHEDULE
Type 475 Board Type 800 Board
Maximum Maximum
inside Duct inside Duct
Positive Static Dimension Longitudinal Dimension Longitudinal
Pressure (inches) Spacing Dimension L No. of (inches) Spacing Dimension L No. of
Screws,
Screws Screws
Screws,
× 249 for Pa × 25.4 for mm Each End × 25.4 for mm Each End
0″ to 0-36 Not required 0-36 Not required
1/ w.g.
2″ 37-96 24″ 4″ 1 37-60 48″
4″ 1
61-96 24″
Over 1/2″ 0-24 Not required 0-24 Not required
t 1″
to 25-48 4″ 1 25-30 48″
wg
w.g. 4″ 1
49-64 7″ 2 31-48
24″
65-80 10″ 3 49-64 24″
24 7″ 2
81-96 13″ 4 65-80 10″ 3
81-96 13″ 4
Over 1″ 0-15 Not required 0-18 Not required
t 2″
to 16-24 24″ 19-24 4″ 1
wg
w.g. 4″ 1
25-32 25-32 7″ 2
24″
33-48 7″ 2 33-48 10″ 3
49-64 16″
16 10″ 3 49-60 13″ 4
65-80 13″ 4 61-64 10″
3
81-96 16″ 5 65-80 16″
16 14″
81-96 16″ 5

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6.304.5.3 Fitting reinforcement—90-degree elbows. If nei- Reinforce 4 inches (102 mm) upstream from female shiplap
ther dimension A nor B (see Figure A6-3-17) is greater than the joints.
maximum unreinforced duct dimension (see Table A6-3-A), but Reinforce at point No. 1 (Figure A6-3-17) where center lines in-
diagonal X-Y is greater than the maximum unreinforced duct di- tersect.
mension in accordance with Table A6-3-A, install tie-rod rein-
forcement at midspan of diagonal at point No. 1 in NOTE: Turning vanes in Figure A6-3-17 are omitted for clar-
Figure A6-3-17. ity. Turning vanes do not replace reinforcement.
If either A or B is greater than the maximum unreinforced duct If duct dimension H (see Figure A6-3-18) is less than the maxi-
dimension: mum unreinforced duct dimension from Table A6-3-A, but more
than 24 inches (610 mm), install sheet metal angle in accordance
Reinforce in accordance with Table A6-3-A. with Detail E. (Angle may also be installed on inside of throat.)

➊ Y
X

A B
INSIDE INSIDE
DIMENSION DIMENSION

FIGURE A6-3-17—TIE-ROD REINFORCEMENT AT DIAGONAL X-Y—MIDSPAN

DUCT BOARD
3″ × 3″ × 4″ (76 × 76 × 102 mm)
20 GAGE (0.036 in.) (0.91 mm) ANGLE
21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQUARE WASHER
INSIDE DUCT
#10 PLATED
SHEET METAL SCREW
21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQUARE WASHER
INSIDE DUCT
DETAIL E—THROAT REINFORCEMENT

➊ 3″ (76 mm)

H
4″ (102 mm)
3″ (76 mm)

SHEET METAL ANGLE REINFORCEMENT AT THROAT

OF 90-DEGREE ELBOW

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21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQ. WASHER AND

TIE ROD TERMINATION
3″ × 3″ (76 × 76 mm) 20 GAGE (0.036 in.) (0.91 mm) ANGLE
TIE RODS
#10 PLATED
SHEET METAL SCREW
21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQ. WASHER INSIDE

DETAIL F—THROAT REINFORCEMENT

H ❷

3″ 3″
(76 mm)

FIGURE A6-3-18—SHEET METAL ANGLE AT THROAT LARGE 90-DEGREE ELBOWS

When duct dimension H normally requires reinforcing, install enough to allow the installer to reach inside to
sheet metal angle as shown at No. 2, Figure A6-3-18 and Detail F. install the 21/2-inch (64 mm) square washers.
Install tie rods through angle on upstream side, 16 inches (406 2. For reinforcement of mitered elbows, refer to re-
mm) on center, in accordance with Table A6-3-A, with angle of inforcement standards for offsets.
length L from table below.
6.304.5.4 Branch connections (tees). Many branches may re-
1 2 3 4 5 quire reinforcement even though schedules for straight ducts of
No. Tie Rods × 25.4 for mm the same dimensions may show reinforcement is not required.
Angle Length L, 4 20 36 52 68 Angled branches and positive takeoffs may be reinforced using
in. the same methods as for tees. The amount and type of reinforce-
ment depends on the dimensions of the takeoff and the system
Install 3-inch (76 mm) channel reinforcement on heel panels as pressure (see Table A6-3-A).
shown in Figure A6-3-18, spaced in accordance with Table If H is not greater than 16 inches (406 mm) and W (see Figure
A6-3-D and fastened in accordance with Figure A6-3-16. A6-3-19) is greater than 12 inches (305 mm), install reinforce-
NOTES: 1. Attachment of angles is best done after closure is ment in accordance with Detail E on the top of the branch where it
completed. This requires sections to be short intersects the trunk duct.

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3″ (76 mm)

H 4″ (102 mm)
W
❷
CL
3″ (76 mm)

FIGURE A6-3-19—SHEET METAL ANGLE REINFORCEMENT; SIDES OF BRANCH

4″ (102 mm)

4″ (102 mm)
CL ❷ ❸
❷

FIGURE A6-3-20—TEE REINFORCEMENT NORMAL TIE-ROD LOCATIONS

If H is greater than 16 inches (406 mm) and W is less than the mension, install tie rods 4 inches (101 mm) from female shiplap
maximum unreinforced duct dimension, reinforce side of branch joints as shown at No. 2 and also along branch center lines and,
as shown at No. 2, Figure A6-3-19. additionally, spaced per Table A6-3-D in the trunk duct.
NOTE: The maximum unreinforced dimension is 36 inches Where a splitter damper interferes with tie-rod reinforcement,
(914 mm) at 1/2 inch w.g. (124 Pa), 24 inches (610 mm) at 1 inch wraparound channels must be used in their place.
w.g. (249 Pa), and 16 inches (406 mm) at 2 inches w.g. (498 Pa). NOTE: Turning vanes do not replace reinforcement.
If H (Figure A6-3-19) is greater than 16 inches (406 mm) and W 6.304.5.5 Offsets. Offsets require different types of reinforce-
is greater than the maximum unreinforced duct dimension (see ment for the cheek panels (sides, as shown in Figure A6-3-21) and
Table A6-3-A), install long angle clips in accordance with Detail the heel and throat panels (top and bottom, per Figure A6-3-22).
C of Figure A6-3-15 with tie-rod reinforcement through the
branch and trunk ducts (similar to Figure A6-3-18) as required by If B is greater than the maximum unreinforced duct dimension
Table A6-3-A. A combination of tie rods and partial wraparound and cheek panels have shiplap joints, reinforce in accordance with
reinforcement (see Figure A6-3-16) may be used. No. 1, 4 inches (101 mm) from female shiplap (see Figure
A6-3-21) with spacing in accordance with Table A6-3-A.
If A (see Figure A6-3-20) is less than the maximum unrein- If the fitting uses butt joints, install the required spacing of tie
forced duct dimension but diagonals X-Y or Y-Z exceed the maxi- rods 3 inches (76 mm) on each side of the butt joint.
mum allowable unreinforced duct dimension, install tie rods as
shown at No. 2, 4 inches (101 mm) from female shiplaps. Where Table A6-3-A requires more than one row of reinforce-
ment, the rows shall be parallel to the edges of the duct, and the
If A is greater than the maximum unreinforced duct dimension spacing between sets of tie rods shall be in accordance with Table
and B is greater than one half the maximum unreinforced duct di- A6-3-A.
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4″ (102 mm)
FOR REQUIRED SPACING
SEE TABLE A6-3-A

4″ (102 mm)

➊
4″ (102 mm)

➊
➊

FEMALE B
SHIPLAP

FIGURE A6-3-21—OFFSET REINFORCEMENT CHEEK PANELS WITH SHIPLAP JOINTS

1/ ″ (3.2 mm) DIA. HOLE

8

SEE DETAIL BELOW

11/2″
(38 mm)
11/2″
➊ 20 GA. (0.36 in.) (38 mm)
(0.91 mm) ANGLE
FULL WIDTH, SEE
DETAIL ABOVE

4″ (102 mm)

3″ (76 mm)
A

2″ (51 mm)
1/ ″ (3.2 mm) DIA. HOLE
2″ 8
(51 mm)
FEMALE SHIPLAP

FIGURE A6-3-22—OFFSET REINFORCEMENT WITH SHEET METAL PLATES AND TIE RODS

The reinforcement for heel and toe joints is in accordance with tending from the flat side of the duct, through a plate or plates posi-
Figure A6-3-22. Additional tie rods may be installed by using a tioned on the heel joint of the fitting.
longer plate at the heel, and also in the duct panel spaced in accor-
dance with Table A6-3-A. The penetrations at the toe plate are 6.304.5.6 Access doors—Positive pressure. If the access door
grouped as close to the break in the metal as possible. width is not greater than the maximum longitudinal reinforcement
spacing from Table A6-3-A, but interferes with reinforcement
When dimension A requires more than one tie rod (see Table locations required by the table, install tie rods 4 inches (101 mm)
A6-3-A), sets of tie rods with metal angles shall be installed in from both sides of door opening in accordance with No. 1, Figure
rows parallel to the side of the duct. A6-3-23. Maximum reinforcement spacing must be in accordance
Transitions are reinforced in the same manner with a tie rod ex- with Table A6-3-A.

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4″ (102 mm)

ORIGINAL
REINFORCEMENT
LOCATION
SPACING PER
SCHEDULE FEMALE SHIPLAP

FIGURE A6-3-23—ACCESS DOOR LOCATION INTERFERING WITH REINFORCEMENT

GASKET

DOOR
DUCT
FRAMING ACCESS DOOR WALL
OPENING:

#10 × 11/4″ (32 mm) SHEET METAL

SCREWS AND 21/2″ (63.5 mm)
SQUARE WASHERS 6″ (153 mm) O.C.
1″ × 1″ × 3″ (25 × 25 × 76 mm) 22 GALVANIZED
SHEET GAGE (0.030 in.) (0.76 mm) U-CHANNEL
FRAMING AROUND DOOR OPENING

FRAMING ACCESS DOOR:

1″ × 1″ × 1″ (25 × 25 × 25 mm) 22 GALVANIZED
SHEET GAGE (0.030 in.) (0.76 mm) Z-CHANNEL
FRAMING AROUND ACCESS DOOR

1″ × 2″ (25 × 51 mm), 22 GALVANIZED

SHEET GAGE (0.030 in.) (0.76 mm)
FRAMING, SPOT WELDED OR POP
RIVETED TO Z-CHANNEL 6″ (153 mm)
(MAX.) O.C. TO SECURE FIBROUS
GLASS DUCT BOARD

FIBROUS GLASS DUCT BOARD

DOOR FASTENED TO OPENING

FRAMING WITH #10 SHEET
METAL SCREWS, 6″ (153 mm) (MAX.)
O.C., MIN. 2 PER SIDE

FIGURE A6-3-24—DUCT OPENING FRAME

If access door height is greater than 16 inches (406 mm) and its NOTE: Use channel reinforcement in place of tie rods between
width is greater than the maximum longitudinal reinforcement access door and fire damper where tie rods would interfere with
spacing shown in Table A6-3-A, install the frame for the access damper access or operation.
door inside the duct, securing it to the duct wall with screws and
The duct door is fabricated from 1 inch (25 mm) duct board
washers (see Figure A6-3-24).
installed with 1-inch by 1-inch by 1-inch (25 mm by 25 mm by
Install tie rods near the vertical sides of the door (Figure 25 mm), 22 gage (0.76 mm) Z-channel framing around access
A6-3-23) frame and also near the top and bottom sides of the door. Doors are gasketed and secured in place with sheet metal
frame, spaced as specified in Table A6-3-A with a minimum of screws, or they may be hinged with sash lock fasteners as shown in
one tie rod on each side of the frame. Detail G on the following page.
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WINDOW TYPE
SASH LOCK

DOOR GASKET

GASKET

DOOR

DETAIL G—WINDOW TYPE SASH LOCK

#10 × 11/4″ (32 mm) SHEET METAL SCREWS

AND 21/2″ (63.5 mm) SQUARE WASHERS,
12″ (305 mm) (MAX.) O.C., TO ATTACH DUCT SHEET METAL SLEEVE THROUGH FIRE
BOARD TO SHEET METAL SLEEVE WALL AS SPECIFIED IN FIRE DAMPER
MFR’S INSTRUCTIONS
CLOSURE CLOSURE

11/2″
FIRE (NOM.)
DAMPER

FIGURE A6-3-25—ATTACHMENT TO FIRE DAMPER SLEEVES

SECTION 6.305 — FIRE DAMPERS SECTION 6.306 — HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

When fire dampers are required at penetrations of fire-rated walls, 6.306.1 General. Fibrous glass ducts are light in weight, so that
fibrous glass ducts must terminate at either side of such walls. Fire they can be supported with a minimum of hangers if care is taken
dampers shall be installed in accordance with the damper as to placement of the supports.
manufacturer’s instructions and must be installed in a steel sleeve. The charts and examples illustrated in this section show that the
The opening in the wall shall be large enough to allow for thermal hanger treatment and spacing required is dependent on duct di-
expansion of the sleeve and to permit installation of 5/8-inch (16 mensions. Trapeze-style channels suspended by 12 gage (2.1 mm)
mm) gypsum board between the sleeve and framing. (minimum) hanger wire (see Figure A6-3-26) are the preferred
method of support. Channel gage and profile vary with duct size,
The sleeve must extend not less than 3 inches (76 mm) beyond but in no case should the supporting channel be less than 2 inches
the face of the wall so that the duct can be slipped onto the sleeve. (51 mm) wide. Channels may also be suspended by means of met-
The duct is secured to the sleeve with screws and washers, as al rods of 1-inch-wide (25 mm) (minimum) galvanized steel
shown in Figure A6-3-25. straps.
Sealing of fibrous glass duct board to the sheet metal sleeve When channel reinforcement members occur within maximum
must be made with glass fabric and mastic, except where operat- hanger spacing as shown in Table A6-3-E, sheet metal straps may
ing pressure is less than 1-inch w.g. (249 Pa) and the sheet metal be bolted to the channel reinforcement as shown in Figure
surfaces are carefully cleaned, in which case pressure-sensitive A6-3-27. Support may also be made with 12 gage (2.1 mm) (mini-
aluminum foil tape may be used. See Section 6.303 for methods. mum) wire.
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HANGER WIRE,
12 GAGE (2.1 mm) (MIN.)
OR HANGER ROD

CHANNEL (See Table A6-3-F for sheet

metal gage and dimensions)

FIGURE A6-3-26—TYPICAL HANGER

TABLE A6-3-E—HANGER SPACING

MAXIMUM HANGER SPACING (feet)

DUCT SIZE (× 25.4 for mm) (× 304.8 for mm)
48″ wide or greater 4
Less than 48″ wide and less than 12″ deep 6
Width between 24″ and 48″ and greater than 24″ deep 6
Less than 48″ wide and depth between 12″ and 24″ 8
Width 24″ or less and depth greater than 12″ 8

HANGER STRAP,
1″ (26 mm) WIDE (MIN.)

6″ (152 mm) MAX.

CHANNEL REINFORCEMENT

FIGURE A6-3-27—HANGING FROM CHANNEL REINFORCEMENT

6.306.2 Hanger Design. Occasionally, hanger channels must be minimum dimensions (see Table A6-3-F) of the channel.
extended considerably beyond the duct sides so that the supports
will clear other obstructions. The total extension (E + E′) of the 6.306.3 Spacing. Hanger spacing per Table A6-3-E or Figure
supports beyond the duct sides (see Figure A6-3-28) governs the A6-3-29 is based on 3-inch-wide (76 mm) (minimum) channels.
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MAXIMUM
HANGER
SPACING SEE
TABLE A6-3-E

TOTAL
HANGER
EXTENSION
(E + E′)
SEE TABLE Ei
A6-3-F 3″ (76 mm)

FIGURE A6-3-28—HANGER SPACING AND EXTENSION USING

3-INCH-WIDE (76 mm) CHANNELS

TABLE A6-3-F—CHANNEL SELECTION

IF TOTAL EXTENSION IS NOT GREATER THAN: MINIMUM CHANNEL PROFILE
(inches) (inches)
× 25.4 for mm MINIMUM CHANNEL GAGE × 25.4 for mm
6 24 3 × 1.5
18 22 3×2
30 18 3×2

48

44

40

36 6 FT. MAX.
DUCT HEIGHT, INSIDE (inches)

32
(× 25.4 for mm)

28

24 4 FT. MAX.

20
8 FT. MAX.
16

12

8
6 FT. MAX.
4

0
8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96

DUCT WIDTH, INSIDE (inches)

(× 25.4 for mm)
1 ft. = 305 mm
FIGURE A6-3-29—MINIMUM HANGER SPACING, STRAIGHT DUCT,
3-INCH-WIDE (76 mm) CHANNEL

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For ducts not over 48 inches wide by 24 inches high (1219 mm Tees require support on the trunk as shown in Figure A6-3-31. If
by 610 mm), 2-inch-wide by 11/2-inch channels (51 mm by a tee run-out hanger falls where the trunk duct is located, add
38 mm), spaced not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) apart may be hangers on either side of trunk. Do not exceed maximum hanger
installed. The total extension of the hanger supports shall not ex- spacing.
ceed 6 inches (152 mm). Branch ducts are treated in a similar manner with hanger spac-
Hanger design and spacing for fibrous glass ducts is based on ing on the trunk duct in accordance with Figure A6-3-29.
extensive testing with loads exceeding twice the duct weight lo- For diffuser drops, hangers are installed within 3 inches
cated between supports to ensure the integrity of the duct system. (76 mm) of each side of the drop. The connection of the drop to the
Recommended hanger spacing is shown in Figure A6-3-29. Cau- duct is reinforced in accordance with Figure A6-3-32.
tion should be taken with other types of hanger systems to ensure If the drop assembly, including the diffuser, weighs more than
that excessive stress is not placed on the hanger or the fibrous glass 25 pounds (11.3 kg), the diffuser must be separately supported.
duct system.
6.306.5 Hanging Rigid Round Duct. Preformed round fibrous
6.306.4 Fittings. Proper support of duct fittings may require that glass duct should be hung so the hanger will not damage the duct
additional hangers be installed. facing.
For an elbow, hangers should be on each leg, within 12 inches Straps or saddles in contact with the duct must not be less than
5/ inch (16 mm) wide. Avoid sharp edges and burrs.
(305 mm) of the throat. If the width of the duct is greater than 8
18 inches (457 mm), an additional hanger must be installed (see Space hangers at a maximum of 6 feet (1829 mm) on center.
Figure A6-3-30) so that dimension D is approximately two thirds Where practical, hangers should be located at circumferential
of the diagonal distance from throat to heel. joints. Provide hanger support at all fittings.

45_
2/
3 OF THE DIAGONAL
DISTANCE FROM THROAT
TO HEEL (Approx.)

REQUIRED ONLY WHEN

DUCT IS GREATER THAN
18″ (457 mm) IN WIDTH

12″ (305 mm) MAX.

FIGURE A6-3-30—ELBOW SUPPORT

RUN-OUT RUN-OUT
DO NOT EXCEED STANDARD
HANGER SPACING IN
ACCORDANCE WITH
TABLES A6-3-E AND A6-3-F

TRUNK
12″ (305 mm) MAX.

FIGURE A6-3-31—TEE SUPPORT

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SHEET METAL ANGLE

BRACKETS, 3″ × 3″
(76 × 76 mm), 22
GALVANIZED SHEET
GAGE (0.030 in.) (0.76 mm)
TO ATTACH DIFFUSER
TO TRUNK DUCT
#10 × 11/4″ (32 mm) SHEET HANGERS TO
METAL SCREWS AND 21/2″ SUPPORT WEIGHT OF
(63.5 mm) SQUARE STEEL DIFFUSER
3″ × 3″ (76 × 76 mm) ANGLE WASHERS, MIN. 2 PER SIDE,
12″ (305 mm) (MAX.) O.C.
3″ (76 mm) (MAX.) BOTH
SIDES OF DROP
TAP
TRUNK DUCT FIBROUS
GLASS DROP
SCREWS
DIFFUSER WASHERS
DIFFUSER OR GRILLE

(See Appendix D for sheet gage equivalents.)

FIGURE A6-3-32—DIFFUSER CONNECTION

WIRE, 12 GAGE
(2.1 mm)

5/ ″ (16 mm) (min.)

8
26 GALVANIZED
METAL GAGE
(0.019 in.) (0.48 mm)

(See Appendix D for sheet gage equivalents.)

FIGURE A6-3-33—HANGING ROUND DUCT WITH SADDLE AND 12 GAGE WIRES

Part B—Flexible Ducts sunlight can occur, e.g., turbine vents, skylights, canopy windows,
etc. Prolonged exposure to sunlight will cause degradation of the
vapor barrier.
SECTION 6.307 — SUITABLE INSTALLATIONS
6.307.1.3 Terminal devices shall be supported independently of
6.307.1 General. the flexible duct.
6.307.1.1 The routing and length of flexible duct, the number of 6.307.1.4 Repair torn or damaged vapor barrier jacket with ap-
bends, the number of degrees of each bend and the amount of sag proved duct tape. If internal core is penetrated, replace flexible
allowed between support joints will have serious effects on system duct or treat as a connection.
performance due to the increased resistance each introduces. Use
the minimum length of flexible duct to make connections. It is not 6.307.2 Installation.
recommended that excess lengths of ducts be installed to allow for
possible future relocations of air terminal devices. 6.307.2.1 Install duct fully extended, do not install in the com-
pressed state or use excess lengths. This will noticeably increase
6.307.1.2 Avoid installations where exposure to direct or indirect friction losses.
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WRONG
D

1xD

RIGHT

FIGURE A6-3-34—EXTEND DUCT FULLY

STEAM
PIPES

FIGURE A6-3-35—WRONG METHOD OF SUPPORT

6.307.2.2 Avoid bending ducts across sharp corners, or incidental Installation Instructions
contact with metal fixtures, pipes or conduits. Radius at center line Nonmetallic Air Ducts with Plain Ends
shall not be less than one duct diameter. 6.308.1 Connections.
6.308.1.1 After desired length is determined, cut completely
6.307.2.3 Do not install near hot equipment (e.g., furnaces, boil- around and through duct with knife. Cut wire with snips or side
ers, steam pipes, etc.) that is above the recommended flexible duct cutters.
use temperature.

SECTION 6.308 — CONNECTING, JOINING AND

SPLICING FLEXIBLE DUCT

All connections, joints and splices shall be made in accordance

with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Unless specified
by the manufacturer, adhesives are not recommended for use with A6-3-36
nonmetallic flexible duct as they will chemically react with the FIGURE A6-3-36A—END CONNECTORS
duct materials, causing deterioration and degradation. Sheet metal
collars to which the flexible ducts are attached shall be a minimum 6.308.1.2 Pull back jacket and insulation from core. Slide at least
of 2 inches (51 mm) in length. Sheet metal sleeves used for joining 1 inch (25 mm) of core over collar, pipe or fitting. Tape with at
two sections of flexible duct shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 least two wraps of approved duct tape. Secure with approved
mm) in length. clamp.
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6.308.2.3 Pull jacket and insulation back over cores. Tape jackets
together with two wraps of approved duct tape.

FIGURE A6-3-36B—PULL JACKET AND INSULATION

6.308.1.3 Pull jacket and insulation back over core. Tape jacket FIGURE A6-3-37C—RETAPE
with two wraps of approved tape. An approved clamp may be used
in place of or in conjunction with duct tape. NOTES: 1. For uninsulated duct/connector, disregard refer-
ence to insulation and jacket.
2. See manufacturer’s installation instructions for
approved tapes and clamps.
3. Use beaded fittings for pressures exceeding 4
inches w.g. (955 Pa) and for diameters 12 inches
(305 mm) and larger.

SECTION 6.309 — SUPPORTING FLEXIBLE DUCT

6.309.1 Flexible duct shall be supported at manufacturer’s rec-
ommended intervals, but at no greater distance than 4 feet. Maxi-
FIGURE A6-3-36C—SPLICES mum permissible sag is 1/2 inch per foot (42 mm/m) of spacing
between supports.
6.308.2 Splices. A connection to rigid ducting or equipment shall be considered
6.308.2.1 Peel back jacket and insulation from core. Butt two a support joint.
cores together on a minimum 4-inch-wide (102 mm) collar. Long horizontal duct runs with sharp bends shall have addition-
al supports before and after the bend approximately one duct di-
ameter distance from the center line of the bend.
6.309.2 Hanger or saddle material in contact with the flexible
duct shall be of sufficient width to prevent any restriction of the
internal diameter of the duct when the weight of the supported sec-
tion rests on the hanger or saddle material. In no case will the ma-
terial contacting the flexible duct be less than 11/2 inches (38 mm)
wide.
A6-3-37
FIGURE A6-3-37A—SPLICING 6.309.3 Factory-installed suspension systems integral to the flex-
ible duct are an acceptable alternative hanging method when
6.308.2.2 Tape together with at least two wraps of approved duct manufacturer’s recommended procedures are followed.
tape. Secure with two approved clamps. 6.309.4 Flexible ducts may rest on ceiling joists or truss supports.
A maximum spacing between supports shall not exceed the maxi-
mum spacing per manufacturer’s installation instructions.
6.309.5 Support the duct between a metal connection and a bend
by allowing the duct to extend straight for a few inches before
making the bend. This will avoid possible damage of the flexible
duct by the edge of the sheet metal collar.
6.309.6 Vertically installed duct shall be stabilized by support
straps at a maximum of 6 feet (1829 mm) on center.
NOTE: Factory-made air ducts may not be used for vertical ris-
FIGURE A6-3-37B—DUCT CLAMPS ers in air duct systems serving more than two stories. See Section
603.2.

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4′-0″ (1219 mm) MAX.

SAG
1/ PER FOOT (42 mm/m)
2″
OF SUPPORT
SPACING

WIRE

11/2″ (38 mm) MIN.

11/2″ (38 mm) MIN.

WIRE

FIGURE A6-3-38—FLEXIBLE DUCT SUPPORTS

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CEILING JOISTS

6′-0″ (1829 mm)

MAX.

FIGURE A6-3-39—PROPER SUPPORT

SECTION 6.310 — CHECKLIST Product

The following checklist is provided for the benefit of the inspec- Is the UL label present? (Although each
tor, as well as the installer. It is designed so that the correct answer board is labeled, each section may not be
to all questions is yes. since there is only one label per sheet.) ( ) ( )

General Yes No Fabrication and Installation

Have all tears or punctures to facing material When metal parts are attached, are 21/2-inch
been repaired using the proper technique? ( ) ( ) (64 mm) (minimum) square steel washers
Are all sheet metal accessory items galva- used on 16-inch (406 mm) (maximum) cen-
nized? ( ) ( ) ters? ( ) ( )
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Yes No If heat-sealable tape closure was used, was it

When staples cannot be used, are 8-inch applied correctly, as evidenced by dot color
(203 mm) cross tabs of approved closure be- change? ( ) ( )
ing used in place of staples? [Tab spacing re- If glass fabric and mastic are used, is the
quirements are 12 inches (305 mm) on mesh of the glass fabric completely filled
center, minimum one per side.] ( ) ( ) with mastic? ( ) ( )
Are all system joints tight, free from bulges,
with taped joints showing good workman- Reinforcement
ship? ( ) ( ) Is reinforcement system in accordance with
Have offsets been installed so duct sections Section 6.304? ( ) ( )
are not forced to bend around obstructions? ( ) ( ) Is tie-rod spacing correct according to duct
span, board type and static pressure? ( ) ( )
Fire Dampers
Is sheet metal sleeve present? Is duct proper- Are tie-rod washers 21/2 inches (64 mm)
ly attached to sleeve with screws and wash- square? ( ) ( )
ers 16 inches (406 mm) on center? (Fibrous Do tie-rod washers have turned edges facing
glass ducts must not penetrate assemblies re- away from duct board so they will not cut
quired to have a fire damper.) ( ) ( ) into it? ( ) ( )
If tie rods reinforce a butt joint, are rods used
Access Doors on both sides of butt joint? ( ) ( )
Is installation in accordance with Sec- Is wire termination one of those documented
tion 6.304.5.6? ( ) ( ) in Section 6.304.2? ( ) ( )
Grills, Diffusers, Registers Are antisag devices used on ducts 48-inch
(1219 mm) span or greater, to support top
Is the extra weight of the item being sepa-
panel of ducts? ( ) ( )
rately supported and not dependent on the
duct alone for support? [Exception: Regis- Are heels of tees, elbows and end caps rein-
ters not greater than 150 square inches (96.7 forced (formed sheet metal channel, tie rod,
× 103 mm2) in area may be attached to the combination)? ( ) ( )
duct with metal channel, without other sup- When formed sheet metal channel rein-
port.] ( ) ( ) forcement is used, are sheet metal gauges,
dimensions and spacing correct? ( ) ( )
Connection to Units On return ducts, are sheet metal channel re-
Are sheet metal screws and washers used to inforcements attached to ducts with screws
secure duct system to flange extensions? and 21/2-inch (64 mm) square washers or
(Securing the duct to the unit flange without 2-inch by 6-inch (51 mm by 152 mm) clips? ( ) ( )
mechanical fasteners is sufficient.) ( ) ( )
Hangers and Supports
Closures
Are hangers installed in accordance with
Are all joints in the system properly sealed? ( ) ( )
Section 6.306? ( ) ( )
Are closure materials of a listed type as evi-
denced by presence of UL instruction sheet Are hanger designs in accordance with
in duct board carton, or imprinted UL 181A Table A6-3-F? ( ) ( )
on the tape? ( ) ( ) Are accessories that add weight to the duct
Are there staples or cross tabs, properly system separately supported so as not to
spaced, on circumferential joints? ( ) ( ) stress the system? ( ) ( )
Are all pressure-sensitive tape closures If formed sheet metal reinforcements are
rubbed down adequately, with staples or used as hangers, are attachments within 6
scrim in facing clearly visible through the inches (152 mm) of duct sides? ( ) ( )
tape? ( ) ( ) Are all fittings supported by hangers? ( ) ( )

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CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE

PART 4, TITLE 24, CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS
CHAPTER 6
DUCTS

ADOPTION TABLE 4-10A

CODE SECTION CEC CEC

Entire CMC as noted in this table3 1998 CMC1 2001 CMC2, 3

601 X1
603 X1
604 X1
Standard 6-3 X1
601 X2
602 X2
604 X2
605 X2
Standard 6-5 X2
1Priorto the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2001 CMC.
2On and after the effective date designated by the California Building Standards Commission for the 2001 CMC.
3Adopted by reference for Occupancies A, B, E, F, M, R and S; see Sections 118 (d) 3, 124, 150 (m) and 151 (f) 10.

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INDEX
A C
ACCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (h) Calculation Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-104, 10-104 (a),
Accessible . . . . . . 10-102, 101 (b), 114 (a), 118 (d), 119 (h), 121 (b), 10-104 (b), 10-109, 10-109 (b), 100 (f),
121 (f), 122 (c),122 (e), 122 (f),130 (b),131 (a), 131 (d), 101 (b), 150 (j), 151 (b), 151 (c),
132 (a), 150 (e), 150 (k), 150 (m), Table 1-L 151 (d), 151 (e), 151 (f)
Calculation of Budget and Energy Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (c)
Additions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (b), 149 (a), 152 (a)
Captive-key Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 131 (d)
Additions and Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 (a)
Ceiling Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (a)
Adjusted Fan Power Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c) Ceilings . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 130 (b), 143 (a), 150 (a), 150 (k), 151 (f)
Administrative Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (f) Certificate of Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b)
Aerosol Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (a), 124 (b), 150 (m) Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-109 (c), 10-111, 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b),
Air-to-air Heat Exchanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f) 10-111 (c), 10-111 (d), 10-111 (e),
Air Infiltration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 116 (a) 100 (g), 112, 113 (a), 114 (a),
116 (a), 118 (a), 121 (f), 150 (j),
Air Leakage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111, 101 (b), 116 (a), 117 (a), 144 (b), 151 (e), Appendix 1-A
150 (m), Appendix 1-A
Certification by Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . 112, 113 (a), 114 (a), 118 (a)
Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-A, 149 (b), 152 (b) Certifying Organization . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b),10-111 (d),
Alternative Component Packages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-104, 10-109, 101 (b), 116 (a)
10-109 (d), 151 (a), 151 (f), Chandeliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-N, Table 1-T
Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 122 (e), 131 (d), Table 1-P
Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Circuiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Annunciated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 131 (a), 131 (d) Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
ANSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-C, 112 (b), 114 (a), 114 (b), Climate Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Figure 1-A, 141 (a),
Table 1-P, Appendix 1-A Tables 1-H, 1-I, 1-K, 150 (g),
Appliance Efficiency Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 110 (b), 151 (a), 151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (f),
111, Appendix 1-A Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Appliance Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-103 (a), 10-103 (d) Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 (b), 111, 115 (b), 150 (e), Appendix 1-A Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-104 (a), 10-105, 10-105 (b),
10-106 (a), 10-107 (a), 10-108 (a), 10-109 (a),
Approved by the Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (b), 100 (g), 10-109 (b), 10-109 (c), 10-109 (d), 10-109 (e),
101 (b), 116 (a), 121 (c), 121 (f), 141 (a), 10-110 (d), 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 10-111 (c),
141 (b), 141 (c), 144 (b), 144 (e), 146 (a), 10-111 (d), 10-112 (a), 10-112 (b), 100 (f), 100 (g),
150 (h), 151 (d), 151 (e) 101 (b), 111, 116 (a), 119, 119 (d), 121 (c),
Approved Calculation Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-104 (a), 121 (f), 141 (a), 141 (b), 141 (c), 144 (b),
10-104 (b), 10-109 (b), 100 (f), 144 (e), 146 (b), 150 (h)
101 (b), 150 (j), 151 (b), 151 (c) Complete Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b), Table 1-M
Area Category Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 (b) 2 Compliance Approach . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-104, 100 (d), 140, 151
ARI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-C, Appendix 1-A Concrete Raised Floor . . . . . . . Table 1-I, Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
ASHRAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 113 (a), 113 (b), 141 (c), 144 (b), Conditioned Floor Area . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-103 (a), 100 (e), 101 (b),
150 (h), Appendix 1-A 121 (b), Table 1-F, 121 (c), 122 (g), 141 (a), 141 (b),
ASTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 116 (a), 123, 124 (b), 150 (f), 144 (d), 144 (g), 146 (b), 149 (b), Equation 1-N, 151 (f)
150 (l), 150 (m), Appendix 1-A Conditioned Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (c), 100 (d), 101 (b), 124 (a),
131 (d), 144 (c), 149 (b), 150 (a), 150 (c), 150 (d),
Atria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (a), 143 (b), Table 1-N 150 (g), 150 (m), 151 (f)
Atrium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Conditioned Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Attics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Constant Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 113 (a), 113 (b), 119, Construction in Existing Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d)
119 (c), 119 (d), 119 (e), 119 (h), Contaminants . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (a), 121 (b), 121 (e), 141 (c), 144 (e)
122 (e), 122 (f), 131 (a), 131 (b), 131 (d),
131 (f), 144 (f), Table 1-L, 150 (d), Continuously Burning Pilot Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
150 (i), 150 (m), 151 (f) Control Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (g), 101 (b), 110 (b), 119, 119 (c),
119 (e), 119 (f), 119 (h)
Automatic Daylighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119, 119 (e), 119 (h), Table 1-L
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 112 (a), 112 (b), 113 (a),
Automatic Time Switch Control Devices . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 119 (c) 113 (b), 121 (e), 122, 122 (a), 122 (b), 122 (d),
Auto Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (a), Table 1-F, Table 1-N 122 (e), 122 (f), 131, 131 (a), 131 (b), 131 (c),
131 (d), 141 (b), 141 (c), 144 (a), 144 (c), 144 (d),
144 (e), 144 (f), 146 (a), Table 1-L
B Covered Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Balancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (f) Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 (a), 114 (b)
Crawl Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (c), 150 (d), 150 (g), 151 (f)
Ballast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (g), 101 (b), 132
Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (b), 10-109 (b), 10-111, 10-111 (b),
Barriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (g), 150 (m), 151 (f), 10-111 (c), 10-111 (d), 10-112, 10-112 (a),
Notes on Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 10-112 (b), 116 (b), 122 (b),
Basic Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (a), 151 (b) 143 (a), 150 (h)
Bathroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (k) CTI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Bathtub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (k)
Below Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) D
Boilers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-C, 144 (a), Appendix 1-A Dampers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (e), 122 (f), 122 (g), 144 (e), 150 (m)
Budget and Energy Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c) Daylighting Control . . . . . . . . 119, 119 (e), 119 (h), 146 (a), Table 1-L
Building Heat Gain Equation . . . . . . . . . . . 143 (b) Equations 1-E, 1-F Daylit Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 119 (h), 131 (c), 146 (a)
Building Heat Loss Equation . . . . . . . . . . . 143 (b) Equations 1-C, 1-D Decorative Gas Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (e)
Building Permit . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-103 (a), 10-103 (d), 10-104 (a), Default SHGC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b)
10-105 (b), 10-107 (a), 10-109 (b), Default Solar Heat Gain Coefficient . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 (b), Table 1-E
100 (a), 101 (b), 141 (b), 146 (b), 151 (c) Default U-value . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 10-112 (a), Table 1-D
Business and Professions Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a) Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 101, 101 (b)

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Degree Day, Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (c), 10-111 (d), 100 (g), 101 (b), 110
Demising Partitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) 100 (a), 110 (b), 112, 112 (a), 113, 113 (a), 113 (b), 114,
114 (a), 114 (b), 115, 120, 122 (f), 123, 130, 130 (a),
Demising Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 118 (e), 141 (a), 143 (a) 130 (b), 141 (c), 144 (a), 144 (b), 144 (d), 144 (e), 144 (g),
Depletable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 101 (b), 140 (a), 141 (c), 146 (a), 149 (a), 149 (b), 149 (c), 150 (h), 150 (j), 151 (c),
151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (e) 151 (e), 152 (a), 152 (b), Appendix 1-A
Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (a) Equipment Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (c)
Design Conditions . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 144 (b), 144 (c), 150 (h), 151 (e) Equipment Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (b), 150 (h)
Design Heat Gain Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (h) Exceptional Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-104, 10-109 (b)
Design Heat Loss Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (h) Exceptional Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-109 (b)
Design Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (a), 144 (b) Executive Director . . . . . 10-102, 10-103 (b), 10-104 (b), 10-105 (a),
10-105 (b), 10-106 (b), 10-107 (b), 10-108 (b),
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 10-103 (d), 10-109 (b), 10-109 (d), 10-109 (e), 10-110 (a),
10-104 (b), 10-109 (b), 100 (g), 101 (b), 10-110 (b), 10-110 (c), 10-110 (d), 10-110 (e),
110 (b), 119, 119 (a), 119 (b), 119 (c), 119 (d), 10-110 (f), 150 (I), 150 (j), 151 (d), 151 (e),
119 (e), 119 (f), 119 (g), 119 (h), 122 (g), 151 (f), 152 (a)
131 (a), 141 (c), 150, 151 (e), 151 (f)
Exemption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-108, 100 (f)
Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 119 (e), 119 (f), 146 (a), Table 1-L
Exercise Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Directional Inlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 (b) Exfiltration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 117 (a)
Directly Conditioned Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Existing Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 118 (d), 149, 152, 152 (a)
Display . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (f), 131 (e), 141 (a), 143 (a), 143 (b) Existing Residential Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 (a), 152 (b)
146 (a), 146 (b)
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 116 (a), 116 (b), Table 1-D, 118 (b),
Display Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 131 (e), 146 (b) 124 (b), 131 (f), 141 (a), 141 (c), 143 (a),
Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 10-106 (a), Equations 1-C, 1-D, 146 (a), 150 (e), 150 (f),
10-106 (b), 10-109 (b), 151 (c) 150 (g), 150 (j), 150 (m), 151 (f), Notes to
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 110 (b), 116, 116 (a), 116 (b), 121 (a), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, Appendix 1-A
121 (b), 143 (a), 144 (c), 150 (e), 152 (d) Exterior Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 116 (a), 116 (b), 143 (a)
Draperies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (e) Exterior Floor/Soffit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Equations 1-C, 1-D
Drawbands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (b), 150 (m) Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 (f)
Dressing Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b) Exterior Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Dual Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 (b) Exterior Roof/Ceiling . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 141 (a), Equations 1-C, 1-D
Exterior Shading Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 141 (c), 151 (f)
Ducting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (d)
Exterior Wall . 101 (b), 141 (a), 143 (a), Equations 1-C, 1-D, 150 (e),
Ducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 117 (d), 124, 124 (a), 124 (b), 150 (m), 150 (g), 151 (f), Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
151 (f), 152 (b), 152 (d)
External Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b), 118 (d), 151 (b)
Ducts and Plenums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124, 124 (a), 150 (m)
Dwelling Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103, 151 (a), 151 (b)
F
Factory-fabricated Duct Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (b), 150 (m)
E Fan Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
East-facing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (f) Fan Power Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
Economizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 144 (d), 144 (e) Fan System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 144 (c), 144 (e), 150 (m)
Effective Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Fans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c), 150 (m)
Fenestration . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111, 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 10-111 (c),
Efficacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 130 (b), 146 (a), 150 (k) 10-111 (d), 10-111 (e), 100 (g), 101 (b), 116 (a),
Electrical Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 (b), 146 (a) 116 (b), Table 1-D, 141 (c), 149 (b), 151 (e),
Electric Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 112 (b), 114 (a), 122 (d), 151 (f), 152 (b), Appendix 1-A
144 (g), 151 (f), 152 (c) Fenestration Product . . . . . 10-111, 10-111 (a), 10-111 (c), 10-111 (d),
Electronic High Frequency Ballasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 (b) 10-111 (e), 100 (g), 101 (b), 110 (b), 116 (a),
116 (b), Table 1-D, 141 (c), 151 (e), 151 (f),
Enclosed Space . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (a), 131 (b), 131 (c), 151 (f) 152 (b), Appendix 1-A
Energy Budget . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-104 (b), 10-106 (a), 10-109 (a), Field Fabricated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-D
10-109 (b), 10-109 (d), 101 (b), 140 (a), 141,
141 (a), 141 (c), 149 (a), 149 (b), 151 (a), Field-fabricated Duct Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (b), 150 (m)
151 (c), 151 (d), 152 (a), 152 (b), 152 (c) Field-fabricated Exterior Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 116 (a), 116 (b)
Energy Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-109 (b), 101 (b), 149 (a), Field-fabricated Fenestration Product . . . . . 101 (b), 116 (a), 116 (b),
149 (b), 152, 152 (a), 152 (b), 152 (d) 141 (a), 151 (e)
Energy Efficiency Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Financial Institution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N
Energy Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (j), 151 (b), 152 (a) Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (e), 150 (m)
Energy Obtained from Depletable Sources . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 101 (b) Fixed Seating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (b)
Fixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 130 (b), 146 (a), 149 (b), 150 (k)
Energy Obtained from Nondepletable Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Flamespread Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 (c)
Energy Use . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 123, 141 (a), 141 (b), 141 (c), 144 (a),
144 (e), 144 (f), 150 (i), 151 (b), Flexible Duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (a), 124 (b), 150 (m), Appendix 1-A
151 (c), 151 (e), 152 (b) Flexible Lighting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 (a)
Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-101 (b), 10-102, 10-103, 10-103 (a), Floor/Soffit Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Equations 1-C, 1-D
10-103 (b), 10-104 (a), 10-104 (b), 10-105, Food Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (a), Table 1-N
10-105 (a), 10-105 (b), 10-107 (a), 10-109 (b), Framed Partition or Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
100 (f), 116 (a), 122 (g), 131 (d) Furnaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-C, 115, 115 (a), Appendix 1-A
Enforcing Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-107 (a), 100 (g), 101 (b),
122 (e), 122 (f), 144 (a), 144 (e)
G
Entire Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 100 (e), 101 (b), 121 (c),
144 (g), 146 (b), 149 (a), 149 (b), 149 (d) Gas Heating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f)
Envelope . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (b), 101 (b), 117 (a), 122 (a), 140, 141 (a), Gas Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (e)
141 (b), 142 (a), 143, 143 (a), 143 (b), Glazed Wall Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 116 (a)
144 (b), 149 (a), 149 (b), 151 (f) Greenhouse Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 152 (a), 152 (b)
Envelope Component Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 (a) Gross Exterior Roof Area . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (a), 143 (b), 146 (a)
Equation . . . . . . . . . 123 (b), 143 (a), 143 (b), 151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (f) Gross Exterior Wall Area . . . . 101 (b), 141 (a), 143 (a) Equation 1-C

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Gross Sales Floor Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-P Internal Heat Gains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (b)
Gross Sales Wall Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-R Internal Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (j)
Gymnasium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N Interpretations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-107, 100 (f)
Isolation Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (g)
H Isolation Area Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (g)
Isolation Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 122 (g)
Habitable Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (a), 113 (b), 141 (c), 144 (b),
Table 1-B, 150 (h), Appendix 1-A J
Heat Capacity . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-J, 144 (b), 149 (a), 149 (b), NO REQUIREMENTS
Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Heat Gain Equation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Equations, 1-B, 1-E, 1-F
K
Heat Gain Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (h)
Heat Loss Equation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Equations 1-C, 1-D Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 130 (b), Table 1-N, 150 (k)
Heat Loss Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (h)
Heat Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (g), 101 (b), Table 1-C, 112 (b), L
122 (d), 144 (g), 150 (I), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 10-111, 10-111 (a),
Appendix 1-A 10-111 (b), 10-111 (d), 100 (g), 101 (b), 116 (a),
Heat Pumps . . . . 100 (g), 101 (b), Table 1-C, 112 (b), 122 (d), 150 (i) Table 1-D, 124 (b), 150 (b), 150 (j), 150 (m),
Heaters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 100 (g), 101 (b), Table 1-C, 112 (b), Notes to Table 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
115, 115 (c), 115 (d), 118 (d), 122 (d), 122 (e), Laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N, 150 (k)
131 (d), Table 1-L, Table 1-M, 150 (i), 150 (j), Lavatories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b)
Table 1-N, 152 (a), Appendix 1-A Lecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N
Heating Equipment . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 114 (b), 144 (g), Appendix 1-A Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N
Heating Systems . . . . . . . 100 (b), 110 (b), 113, 113 (a), 113 (b), 114, Light Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-J, Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16,
118 (d), 120, 123, Table 1-G, 140, 144 (g), Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
145, 149 (b), 150 (h), 150 (j), 151 (b), 151 (f),
Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, 152 (a), 152 (b) Lighting . . . . . . 100 (b), Table 1-A, 100 (d), 100 (g), 101 (b), 110 (b),
119, 119 (e), 119 (f), 119 (h), 130, 130 (a), 130 (b), 130 (b),
Heavy Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-J, Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, 131, 131 (a), 131 (b), 131 (c), 131 (d), 131 (e), 131 (f), 132,
Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 132 (b), 140, 141 (a), 141 (b), 141 (c), 142 (d), 144 (b), 146,
High Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-M, Table 1-N 146 (a), Table 1-L, 146 (b), Tables 1-B, 1-M, 1-N, 1-P, 1-S,
High Efficacy Luminaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 (b), 150 (k) 149 (a), 149 (b), 150 (k), 151 (e), Appendix 1-A
High-rise Residential . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-A, 100 (d), 101 (b), 120, Lighting Circuiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Table 1-F, 122 (c), 130 (a), 130 (b), 131 (d), Lighting Control Devices . . . . . 100 (g), 110 (b), 119, 199 (e), 199 (h)
140, Table 1-I, 144 (e), 144 (g), 145 (b), Lighting Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, Table 1-L
146 (a), 146 (b), 149 (b), Lighting Power Adjustment Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-L
Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 (d) Lighting Power Density . . . . . . . 141 (a), 141 (b), 146, 146 (a), 146 (b)
Horizontal Glazing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 131 (c) Tables 1-M, 1-P, 1-S
Hotel/Motel . . . . . . . Table 1-A, 100 (d), 101 (b), 120, 122 (c), 122 (e) Lighting Systems and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 130, 130 (a), 130 (b)
130 (a), 130 (b), 131 (d), 140, Table 1-I, 144 (e) Lighting Wattage Excluded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 (a)
144 (g), 145 (a), 146 (a), 146 (b), 149 (b)
Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 123, 131 (d), 141 (c), 144 (a),
HSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, 144 (b), 144 (c), 144 (f), 151 (e)
Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Locally Adopted Energy Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-106, 100 (f)
HVAC System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 101 (b), 113 (b)
Locker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N
Loose Fill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 118 (a), 150 (b)
I Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (a), Tables 1-F, 1-N
ICBO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 124 (a), 150 (m) Low-bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Tables 1-N, 1M
IES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tables 1-B, 1-P, Appendix 1-A Low-rise Residential Building . . 100 (a), Table 1-A, 100 (d), 101 (b),
Illuminance . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 119 (e), 119 (f), 131 (b), Figure 1-B 118 (d), 150, 151 (a), 151 (e),
Tables 1-P, 1-S Notes on Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16,
Illuminance Category (ies) . . . . . Figure 1-B, 146 (b), Tables 1-P, 1-S 152, 152 (b)
Incandescent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 (b), 150 (k) LPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 102, Table 1-B
Independent Certifying Organization . 10-111 (b), 10-111 (d), 116 (a) Lumen Maintenance . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 119, 199 (f), 119 (h), Table 1-L
Indirectly Conditioned Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Luminaires . . . . . . 101 (b), 119 (h), 130 (b), 131 (b), 131 (c), 132 (a)
132 (b), 146 (b), 150 (k), 151 (f)
Infiltration . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 101 (b), 116 (a), 117 (a), 150 (f),
151 (f), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16,
Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 M
Infiltration Barrier . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (f), 151 (f), Notes to Tables 1-Z1 Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (b)
through 1-Z16 Mall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (d), 101 (b), Table 1-D, 119 (d), 121 (a),
Inlet, Combustion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (m) 121 (c), 122 (e), 131 (d), 144 (a), 146 (a),
Inlet, Directional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 (b) Table 1-N, 146 (b), 150 (j), 150 (m)
Insect Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (e) Mandatory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150, 151 (a)
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (d), 10-111 (b), 10-111 (d), Mandatory Measures . . . . . 150, 151 (a), 10-103 (b), 100 (d), 100 (e)
101 (b), 116 (a), 151 (e) Mandatory Requirements . . . . . . . . 111, 112, 113, 114, 116, 117, 118,
Installation Certificate . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 10-103 (d) 119, Sections 120-129, Sections 130-139
Insulation . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 100 (d), 100 (g), 101 (b), Manufactured Device . . . 10-102, 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 10-103 (c),
110 (b), 113 (b), 118 (a), 118 (b), 118 (d), 118 (e), 10-103 (d), 10-104 (b), 100 (g), 101 (b)
123, 123 (a), Table 1-G, 123 (b), 130 (b), 143 (a), Manufactured Fenestration Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 116 (a),
150 (a), 150 (b), 150 (c), 150 (d), 150 (g), 150 (g), Table 1-D, 151 (e)
150 (j), Table 1-T, 150 (k),150 (l), 150 (m), Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Figure 1-A
Equation 1-N, 151 (f), Table 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 Masonry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 141 (c), 150 (e), Notes to
152 (a), Appendix 1-A Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Insulation Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b) Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Tables 1-H, 1-I, 1-J, 151 (f), Tables 1-U,
Interior Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f), Table 1-U, Equation 1-P 1-P, 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, Notes to
Internal and External Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b) Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16

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Mastic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (a), 124 (b), 150 (m) Part 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-101 (a), 10-102, 10-103 (a), 10-103 (c),
Mechanical . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-103 (b), 100 (a), Table 1-A, 100 (d), 10-103 (d), 10-104 (a), 10-104 (b), 10-105 (a),
101 (b), 119 (g), 121 (b), 121 (e), 121 (f), 10-105 (b), 10-106 (a), 10-106 (b), 10-107 (a),
122 (e), 124 (a), 144 (a), 144 (c), 144 (d), 144 (e), 10-107 (b), 10-108 (a), 10-109 (b), 10-109 (d),
144 (f), 144 (g), Table 1-N, 150 (e), 150 (m), 151 (f), 10-111, 10-111 (a), 100 (a), 100 (b), 100 (c),
California Mechanical Code, Appendix 1-A 100 (d), 100 (e), 100 (g), 101 (b), 110, 110 (b),
120, 130 (a), 140, 149 (d), 152 (a), 152 (d)
Mechanical Cooling . . . . . . 100 (a), 101 (b), 122 (e), 144 (a), 144 (e),
144 (g) Passive Solar Design . . . . . . . . . Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Mechanical Heating . . . . . . 100 (a), 100 (d), 101 (b), 122 (e), 144 (a), Performance Approach . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-A, 100 (d), 140 (a), 141,
144 (e) 149 (a), 149 (b), 152 (a), 152 (b)
Mechanical Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N Performance Compliance Approach . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-104 (a), 151
Perimeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (g), 101 (b), 122 (a), 141 (a), 143 (a),
Mechanical Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (b), 121 (e), 151 (f) Equation 1-C, 150 (l), 151 (f),
Mechanically Cooled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d) Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Mechanically Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 144 (d) Permanent Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 116 (a)
Medium Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-J Permit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, 10-103, 10-103 (a), 10-103 (d),
Metal Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1101 (b), Tables 1-D, 1-H, 1-I, 141 (c) 10-104 (a), 10-105 (b), 10-106 (a), 10-106 (b),
10-107 (a), 10-107 (a), 10-109 (b), 100 (a), 100 (f),
Mixed Occupancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (e), 146 (b) 101 (b), 119 (g), 121 (f), 131 (a), 141 (a), 141 (b), 146 (b),
Modeling Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) 149 (a), 149 (b), 151 (c), 151 (e), 152 (b)
Mounting Height Multipliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-R Pilot Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 (a), 115, 150 (e)
Multi-scene Dimming System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-L Pipe and Tank Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (j)
Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N Pipe Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, Tables 1-G, 1-T, Appendix 1-A
Plenums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124, 124 (a), 150 (m)
Pool and Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 (b), 114, 115
N Poor Quality Lighting Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Natural Gas . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 102, 115, 144 (g), Notes to Tables Poor Quality Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-P
1-Z1 through 1-Z16, 152, 152 (b) Power Adjustment Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-L
Natural Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (b) Pre-occupancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (c)
New Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (d), 10-105 (a), 100 (d), 150 Prescriptive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-102, Table 1-A, 100 (d), 101 (b), 140,
New Construction in Existing Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d) 140 (b), 142, 143, Tables 1-H, 1-I, 144,
Newly Conditioned Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 101 (b) 144 (c), 145, 146, 149 (a), 149 (b), 151,
151 (a), 151 (f), 152 (a), 152 (b)
NFRC Rating Procedure . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 10-111 (d),
10-112 (a) Prescriptive Approach . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 140, 140 (b), 142, 149 (a),
149 (b), 152 (a), 152 (b)
Nonresidential Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-101, 10-102, 10-103 (a),
10-103 (b), 10-109 (b), Table 1-A, 100 (d), Prescriptive Envelope Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tables 1-H, 1-I
101 (b), 118 (e), 143 (a), Table 1-H, 149 (b) Prescriptive Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143, 144, 145, 146
Nonresidential Manual . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 101 (b), Appendix 1-A Pressure-sensitive Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 (b), 150 (m)
North-facing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 Private Office or Work Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Process . . . . . . . . . . . 10-110 (f), 10-111 (d), 101 (b), 121 (e), 122 (b),
123, 141 (c), 144 (b), 144 (c), 144 (d), 144 (f)
O Process Environment Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b)
Occupancy . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 10-103 (b), 10-103 (d), 100 (a), Process Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 123, 141 (c), 144 (b), 144 (c)
Table 1-A, 100 (d), 100 (e), 101 (b), 121 (c), Public Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 131 (a)
121 (f), 122 (e), 131 (d), 141 (a), 144 (b), Public Domain Computer Programs . . 10-109 (a), 10-109 (b), 101 (b)
146 (b), 149 (b), 151 (e), 152 (b), Public Lavatories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b)
Appendix 1-A
Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (g), 101 (b), Table 1-C, 112 (b),
Occupancy Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 131 (d) 113 (b), 122 (d), 150 (i)
Occupancy Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 (b)
Occupant-sensing Device . 119 (d), 119 (g), 119 (h), 131 (a), 131 (b)
Q
Occupant Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-L
Operating Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (b) NO REQUIREMENTS
Optimal Overhang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f)
Ornamental Chandeliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N, 146 (b) R
Other Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (b) Raised Concrete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-I
Outdoor Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (a), 121 (b), 121 (c), 121 (d), Raised Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-I, 150 (d), 151 (f),
121 (e), 122 (e), 122 (f), 144 (b), 144 (e), 144 (f) Table 1-U, Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16,
Outdoor Design Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (b) Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Outside Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 121 (e), 121 (f), 141 (c), 144 (e) Raised Floor Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (d), 151 (f)
Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-109 (b), 101 (b), 102, Table 1-B, 116 (a),
Overall Envelope Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 (b) Table 1-F, 121 (e), 144 (b), 151 (c)
Overall Heat Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (b), Equation 1-E, Readily Accessible . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (b), 101 (b), 114 (a), 121 (b),
Equation 1-F, 149 (b) 121 (f), 122 (e), 122 (f), 131 (a), 131 (d),
Overall Heat Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (b), Equation 1-C, 150 (e), 150 (k), 150 (m)
Equation 1-D, 149 (b) Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N
Overhead Glazing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 116 (a) Recessed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 (b), 132 (a), 150 (k)
Override . . . . . . 101 (b), 122 (e), 131 (a), 131 (b), 131 (d), Table 1-L Recool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 144 (d)
Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N
Reduced Flicker Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 119 (e), 119 (f)
P
Redundant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (c), 146 (a)
Package A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (f), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 Reheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 144 (d), 149 (a), 149 (b)
Package B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 Relative Solar Heat Gain . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (a), Equation 1-B,
Package C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 Tables 1-H, 1-I, Equation 1-E
Package D . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (b), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, 152 (a) Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 122 (e), 131 (a), 144 (f), 146 (a)

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Residential Heating and Air Space Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . 100 (b), 101 (b), 120, 121 (e),
Conditioning Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (h), Appendix 1-A 121 (f), 122, 122 (e), 122 (g), 123, 140,
141 (b), 142 (b), 144, 144 (d), 144 (e), 144 (f),
Residential Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (a), 101 (b), Equation 1-P, 149 (a), 149 (b), 150 (h), 152 (b), 152 (c)
Appendix 1-A
Space Conditioning Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (a), 144 (d)
Roof/Ceiling Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Equations 1-C, 1-D
Stairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Roofs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 (a)
Standards . . . . . . 10-102, 10-103 (a), 10-103 (d), 10-106, 10-106 (a),
Room Cavity Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-S 10-106 (b), 10-109 (b), 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b),
Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111, 101, 101 (a), 141 (c), 143, 144 (b) 100 (b), 100 (f), 101 (b), 112 (a), 114 (b), 116 (a),
Rules of Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (a) 118 (a), 121 (f), 150 (h), 151 (a), 151 (b), 151 (c),
151 (d), 151 (e), 151 (f), 152, 152 (d)
Runout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-G
State Building Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 (b)
State Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b)
S Static Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
Safety Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (b) Storage Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b), 150 (j)
Sales Feature Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-P Supervisory Entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111, 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b),
10-111 (c), 10-111 (d)
Sales Feature Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Support Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Sales Feature Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 114 (a), 114 (b), 119, 119 (c),
Sconce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-N, 146 (b) 119 (e), 119 (h), 122 (e), 130 (b), 131 (a), 131 (b),
Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-101, 100, 100 (d), 101 (b) 131 (d), 131 (e), 131 (f), 132 (a), 132 (b),
SEER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 146 (a), 146 (b), 150 (k)
Semi-conditioned Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 149 (b) Switching . . . . . . . 119 (e), 131 (a), 131 (b), 131 (d), 132 (b), 146 (a)
Service Water Heating . . . . . . . 101 (b), 110 (b), 113, 113 (a), 113 (b), Systems and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 110, 110 (b), 113, 114, 119 (h),
120, 123, Table 1-G, 140, 141 (a), 141 (b), 120, 130, 130 (a), 130 (b), 149 (a), 149 (b)
141 (c), 142 (c), 145, 145 (a), 145 (b),
149 (a), 149 (b), 151 (e), 152 (b) T
Service Water Heating Tailored Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 (b)
Systems and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 (b), 113, 120 Tandem Wired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Setback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (e), 122 (g), 144 (b), 150 (i), Tank Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (j), 151 (f)
151 (f), Notes to Table 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (a), 113 (b)
Setback Thermostats . . . . . . . . . 150 (i), 151 (f), Notes to Tables 1-Z1 Temperature Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 (b)
through 1-Z16 Temperature Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (f)
Shading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-E, 141 (c), 143 (a), 144 (b), Temporary Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 116 (a)
151 (c), 151 (e), 151 (f) Thermal Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 (b)
Shading Coefficient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Table 1-E, 144 (b) Thermal Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f)
SHGC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 10-111 (e), Thermostatic Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (a), 122 (b)
10-112 (a), 101 (b), 116 (a), Table 1-E,
Equations 1-B, 1-E, 1-F Thermostats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (b), 122 (c), 150 (I), 151 (f)
Throw Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Shower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (k)
Total Fan Power Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
Shut-off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 (b), 122 (g), 131 (d)
Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111 (d), 101 (b), 146 (b)
Site Solar Energy . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 113 (b), 114 (a), 114 (b), 144 (d)
Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (a)
Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (a), 144 (b), 150 (h)
Skylight Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 141 (a), Equations 1-C, 1-D
U
Skylight Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Equations 1-C, 1-D
U-value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-111, 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), 10-111 (c),
Skylights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 141 (a), 141 (b), Equation 1-B, 10-111 (e), 10-112 (a), 101 (b), 116 (a),
Tables 1-H, 1-I, 1-L 116 (b), 141 (c), 143 (a), 150 (a), 150 (c),
Slab Edge . . . . . . 150 (l), 151 (f), Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16 150 (d), 151 (e), 150 (f), 152 (a), 152 (b), 152 (d)
SMACNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (h) UBC . . . . . . . 100 (c), 101 (b), 121 (b), 146 (a), 150 (h)151 (f), 152 (a)
Soffits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (a), 141 (b), 143 (a), Equations 1-C, 1-D UIMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f)
Solar Energy . . . . . . 101 (b), 113 (b), 114 (a), 114 (b), 144 (d), 144 (e) UMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 118 (d), 124 (a), 150 (m), 152 (d)
Solar Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Equations 1-E, 1-F, 1-J Unconditioned Space . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (a), 150 (c), 150 (d)
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient . . . . . . . . . 10-111, 10-111 (a), 10-111 (b), Unit Interior Mass Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Equation 1-P
10-111 (c), 101 (b), Table 1-E, 141 (c), Urea Formaldehyde Foam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 (b)
143 (a), Equation 1-B, Tables 1-H, 1-I,
Equation 1-E, Equation 1-F, 144 (b), 149 (b), V
151 (e), 151 (f), Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16,
Notes to Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16, Appendix 1-A Vane-axial Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
Solar Heating Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 (b) Vapor Barrier . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 118 (b), 150 (d), 150 (f), 150 (g),
150 (m), 151 (f)
Solar Noon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 151 (f)
Variable Air Volume . . . . . . . 101 (b), 144 (c), 144 (d), 149 (a), 149 (b)
Solar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes to Tables 1-Z through 1-Z16
Variable Pitch Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c)
Solar Water Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 (b), 118 (d), 150 (j)
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-103 (b), 101 (b), 121, 121 (a),
Source Energy Conversion Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-B 121 (b), 121 (c), 121 (e), 141 (a), 141 (b),
Source Energy Use . . . . . . . . . 122 (e), 123, 141 (a), 141 (b), 141 (c), 141 (d), 150 (g), 151 (e), 151 (f), 152 (d)
144 (a), 144 (e), 152 (b) Visible Light Transmittance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 141 (c)
South-facing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), Equation 1-B, 151 (f), Vocational Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (b)
Tables 1-Z1 through 1-Z16
Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 114 (a), 114 (b), 115, 115 (d), 116 (b), 118 (b) W
Space Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (c), 151 (b), 151 (e) Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 146 (a), 146 (b)
Space Conditioning Budget 141 (a), 151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (e), 152 (a) Wall Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (c), 150 (d), 151 (f), 152 (a)
Space Conditioning Duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 118 (d) Wall Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (b)
Space Conditioning Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 (b), 112, Table 1-C, Walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 118 (b), 118 (e), 121 (b),
120, 123, 150 (h), 150 (j) 141 (a), 141 (b), 143 (a), 143 (b), 150 (c),
Space Conditioning Source Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (b) 150 (d), 150 (g), 151 (f), 152 (a), 152 (d)

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Water Heaters . . . . . . . . . . 100 (d), 100 (g), 113 (b), 118 (d), 150 (j), Wood Framed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (c), 150 (c)
151 (b), 152 (a) Wood Framing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 (a), 150 (c), 150 (d), 151 (f)
Water Heating . . . . . . . . . . 100 (b), 100 (d), 100 (g), 101 (b), 110 (b), Wood Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (a), 100 (d), 101 (b), 150 (m)
112 (a), 113, 113 (a), 113 (b), 118 (d), 120,
123, 123 (a), 140, 141 (a), 141 (b), 141 (c), Wood Stove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 150 (I), 151 (f)
142, 145, 145 (a), 145 (b), 149 (a), 149 (b),
150 (j), 151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (d), 151 (e)
151 (f), 152 (a), 152 (b), 152 (c) X
Water Heating Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (a), 151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (d), NO REQUIREMENTS
151 (f), 152 (a)
Water Heating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 (b), 110 (b), 113, 113 (a),
113 (b), 118 (d), 120, 123, 123 (a), 140, Y
145, 149 (b), 150 (j), 151 (b), 151 (f),
152 (a), 152 (b) NO REQUIREMENTS
Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 (b), 144 (c), 146 (a), 146 (b)
Well Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b) Z
West-facing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 (f) Zonal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 (d), 122 (b)
Window Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (b) Zone . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 112 (a), 122 (a), 122 (b), 122 (g), 141 (a)
Window Wall Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 143 (b), 146 (a) 141 (c), 143 (a), 143 (b), 144 (d), 144 (f),
Windows . . . . . . . . 101 (b), 110 (b), 116 (b), 141 (a), 141 (b), 141 (c), 144 (g), 151 (a), 151 (b), 151 (c), 151 (e), 151 (f)
143 (a), 143 (b), 146 (a), 152 (d) Zone Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 (d)

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HISTORY NOTE APPENDIX

CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
(Title 24, Part 6, California Code of Regulations)

For prior history, see History Note Appendix to the California 2. (CEC 03/02) Approval of energy efficiency standards,
Energy Code, 1998 Triennial Edition, effective July 1, 1999. which adopt by reference the National Fenestration Rating Coun-
cil’s (NFRC) 2002 window rating and labeling procedures; CCR,
1. The 2001 Triennial Edition, California Energy Code, was Title 24, Parts 1 and 6. Approved by the California Building Stan-
published May 1, 2002. The California Building Standards Com- dards Commission on May 14, 2003, and filed with the Secretary
mision established November 1, 2002 as the effective date. of State on May 16, 2003. Effective June 14, 2003.

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