Specification Discussion.ppt

Specification Discussion  Tier I, Tier II, and Other Program Requirements Tier I Specifications Definitions (p.3) Qualifying Products (p.3) Ceiling fans without light kits Ceiling fans with integral or attachable light kits Light kits (sold separately) Hugger Fans (not included in Tier I) Performance data collection Small market Tier I Specifications (cont.) Airflow Efficiency (p.4) Measurements Low: 1,250 CFM 155 CFM/watt Medium: 2,500 110 CFM/watt High: 5,000 75 CFM/watt Must meet both CFM and CFM/watt levels Individual models must be within + 5 percent of these levels Tier I Specifications (cont.) Airflow efficiency (cont.) Model tested must be representative of models that will be sold to the consumer Multiple fan speeds: take measurements for each speed but report only three Fans that are to be sold with lighting (integral or attachable) need to be tested with that light kit mounted Tier I Specifications (cont.) Controls (p.4) Convenient adjustment of fan speed by wall-mounted switch(es), remote control, or readily accessible pull chains (e.g., 80 inches from floor). Lighting and fan: separate controls Tier I Specifications (cont.) Lighting (p.5) Screw-based option: ENERGY STAR qualified – included in box Pin-based option: ENERGY STAR residential light fixture requirements Noise (p.5) No requirements at this time Tier II discussion Tier I Specifications (cont.) Tier I Specifications (cont.) Consumer Information (p.6) Performance table on box List of standardized information Performance Table Additional Requirements Reporting Requirements (p.8) “Families of residential ceiling fan models that are identical in every respect but housing and blade finish may be qualified through submission of test data for a single representative model”. Clarification: housing finish and blade finish Additional Requirements (cont.) Reporting Requirements (cont.) Challenge rule – any manufacturer or EPA has the right to challenge another’s test results Laboratory will