diff --git a/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ducted.mdx b/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ducted.mdx index 4197b06..4cdf802 100644 --- a/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ducted.mdx +++ b/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ducted.mdx @@ -1,93 +1,131 @@ - + ## Existing Heating and Cooling Equipment + - + Take a photo of the duct test setup showing ring size and how it is attached to the duct system. - + Take a photo of the duct leakage test manometer, CFM at 25 Pa. - - + + | CFM25 per 100 ft2 Calculator | --------------------------------------- - | - | - | CFM25 per 100 ft2 = { props.data.cfm25_calculator?.cfm25 && props.data.cfm25_calculator?.conditioned_floor_area ? ((props.data.cfm25_calculator.cfm25 / props.data.cfm25_calculator.conditioned_floor_area) * 100).toFixed(2) : null } - + | + | + | CFM25 per 100 ft2 = { props.data.cfm25_calculator?.cfm25 && props.data.cfm25_calculator?.conditioned_floor_area ? ((props.data.cfm25_calculator.cfm25 / props.data.cfm25_calculator.conditioned_floor_area) * 100).toFixed(2) : null } + ## Type Of Test - + - + Take a photo of the pressure pan and manometer measuring one supply register. - + Take a photo of the document showing the readings from all the supply registers. - + - + Take a photo of the airflow hood measuring one supply register. - + Take a photo of the document showing the readings from all the supply registers. - + ## Combustion Appliance Safety Testing -

If the home upgrades will result in a barometric draft controlled or Category I appliance equipped with a draft - hood or connected to a natural draft venting system remaining in the conditioned envelope of the home, combustion +

If the home upgrades will result in a barometric draft controlled or Category I appliance equipped with a draft + hood or connected to a natural draft venting system remaining in the conditioned envelope of the home, combustion safety checks are required to be performed at the completion of the project.

- + ## Planned Install Location Take a photo of proposed ODU install location. - + - - + + - + ## Manual J Calculation Correctly sizing the heat pump for the home’s heating and cooling needs is much more @@ -95,43 +133,44 @@ residential load calculation software. It is recommended that the Manual J calculations be performed with the home occupant present that knows the most about the home to help determine the most accurate values to enter. Ask the home occupant whether any rooms - presently get too hot or cold. + presently get too hot or cold. - Attach the Manual J load calculations showing design conditions, conditioned square footage, + Attach the Manual J load calculations showing design conditions, conditioned square footage, and the heating and cooling load calculations. - + ## Equipment Performance Tables - You are encouraged to use the Cold Climate Heat Pump Decision Tool which - can help assist in selecting the right heat pump for this home. The Cold Climate Heat Pump Decision Tool will - make use of the Manual J load values and the duct air flow capability test result data. + You are encouraged to use the Cold Climate Heat Pump Decision Tool which + can help assist in selecting the right heat pump for this home. The Cold Climate Heat Pump Decision Tool will + make use of the Manual J load values and the duct air flow capability test result data. - Select the equipment based on the ASHRAE heating and cooling design conditions, Manual J load calculation or - alternate load sizing method such as sizing the equipment to the air flow capability of the ducts if it is less - than the Manual J loads. The Cold Climate Heat Pump Decision Tool will recommend equipment sized to the capability of the ducts. - - Equipment selection also depends on knowing the equipment’s performance at specific temperatures. Reference - the manufacturer’s extended performance tables and/or the data from the NEEP Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump List. - Factor in auxiliary heat, or dual fuel into the equipment selection as applicable. If the existing ducts can only - accommodate a heat pump below the size that is needed, discuss with the customer the option of upgrading the - ducts versus supplementing the central heat pump with one or more ductless heat pumps. Please add a comment - recording the decisions made. + Select the equipment based on the ASHRAE heating and cooling design conditions, Manual J load calculation or alternate load sizing + method such as sizing the equipment to the air flow capability of the ducts if it is less than the Manual J loads. + The Cold Climate Heat Pump Decision Tool will recommend equipment sized to the capability of the ducts. + + Equipment selection also depends on knowing the equipment’s performance at specific temperatures. + Reference the manufacturer’s extended performance tables and/or the data from the NEEP Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump List. + Factor in decisions such as heat pump + auxiliary heat, or dual fuel into the equipment selection as applicable. + If the existing ducts can only accommodate a heat pump below the size that is needed, discuss with the customer the + options of air sealing and insulating the envelop more to decrease the heating and cooling loads, upgrading the ducts, + or supplementing the central heat pump with one or more ductless heat pumps. ACCA’s Manual S can also be used to help + select the right heat pump. Please add a comment recording the decisions made. Upload a photo of the manufacturer's extended heating performance table. - - - + + + - Upload a photo of the manufacturer's extended cooling performance table showing sensible, latent, or SHR. + Upload a photo of the manufacturer's extended cooling performance table showing sensible, latent, or SHR. - + ## Pre-installation Additional Comments @@ -141,14 +180,14 @@ - Take a photo of the old AC or heat pump nameplate showing the refrigerant charge. - + Take a photo of the old AC or heat pump nameplate showing the refrigerant charge. + - Take a photo of the refrigerant recovery setup. - + Take a photo of the refrigerant recovery setup. + - Take a photo of the scale showing how much refrigerant was recovered out of the system. - + Take a photo of the scale showing how much refrigerant was recovered out of the system. + ## Equipment @@ -164,24 +203,24 @@ Take a photo showing the amperage of the Indoor Unit (IDU) circuit breaker. - + ## Installation Tests Take a photo of the nitrogen pressure test setup. Test to 500 PSI or manufacturer's recommended test pressure. - Take a photo of the pressure gauge showing the temperature-compensated pressure decay after 10 minutes. Please use a digital pressure gauge while the - system is pressurized with nitrogen, check all the field made connections using non-corrosive bubble solution and/or an ultrasonic leak detector. + Take a photo of the pressure gauge showing the temperature-compensated pressure decay after 10 minutes. Please use a digital pressure gauge while the + system is pressurized with nitrogen, check all the field made connections using non-corrosive bubble solution and/or an ultrasonic leak detector. Take a photo of the vacuum/evacuation setup. Use core removal tool and minimize number of fittings. - Valve cores are not to be reused under any circumstances after removal from the valve Body. - The external sealing element of the core will take a “compression set”, conforming to the - mating port surface after installation. This is a common phenomenon for rubber, and contributes - to the robustness of rubber seals. But after the core has been removed and reinstalled the - seal may experience difficulty sealing to another position with different surface conditions. + Valve cores are not to be reused under any circumstances after removal from the valve Body. + The external sealing element of the core will take a “compression set”, conforming to the + mating port surface after installation. This is a common phenomenon for rubber, and contributes + to the robustness of rubber seals. But after the core has been removed and reinstalled the + seal may experience difficulty sealing to another position with different surface conditions. Therefore, it is recommended that service personnel always install a new core when servicing the system. @@ -193,11 +232,14 @@ | Additional Refrigerant Calculator | --------------------------------- - | - | + | + | | Ounces of additional refrigerant = {(props.data?.refrigerant_calculator?.ft_line_set_beyond_factory_charge && props.data?.refrigerant_calculator?.oz_per_ft_refrigerant) ? props.data.refrigerant_calculator.ft_line_set_beyond_factory_charge * props.data.refrigerant_calculator.oz_per_ft_refrigerant : null} ## Protection + + Take a photo of the condensate line. If the condensate line runs through an unconditioned attic or crawlspace the line must be insulated to prevent condensation drips. + Take a photo of the line set and line set wall penetration protection. @@ -228,7 +270,7 @@ Take a photo of the static pressure test setup showing the tap placement. - Take a photo of the manometer readout showing the total external static pressure. + Take a photo of the manometer readout showing the total external static pressure. ## Thermostat Settings @@ -242,11 +284,11 @@ ## Mechanical Ventilation - If the addition of supply based mechanical ventilation is included in the heat pump upgrade. Use the mechanical - ventilation quality installation workflow to document that installation. + If the addition of supply based mechanical ventilation is included in the heat pump upgrade. Use the mechanical + ventilation quality installation workflow to document that installation. - + @@ -255,7 +297,7 @@ ## Photo Report - + ## About the Report: This report is intended to document: 1. The critical tests for evaluating the ductwork in a home to determine what, if any, duct @@ -264,165 +306,197 @@ 2. The home’s heating and cooling loads. 3. The heat pump equipment selection. 4. The heat pump installation. - + A successful central ducted split heat pump installation starts with well-sealed, insulated, and correctly sized ductwork, and careful equipment planning and selection. Proper installation and commissioning are paramount to ensuring maximum equipment efficiency and a long troublefree equipment life. The photo requirements in this document record the key steps to ensure success. It is strongly recommended a printed copy of this report be attached to the air handler as a record to help future home energy raters and HVAC techs. - + ## About Atmospherically Vented Appliances - If there there are atmospherically vented appliances inside the home after the heat pump installation, a combustion safety + If there there are atmospherically vented appliances inside the home after the heat pump installation, a combustion safety test should have been performed to test for backdrafting. Please refer to the combustion safety documentation report if such a test was performed at this house. - + ## Acronyms ODU – Outdoor Unit
IDU – Outdoor Unit ## ATTENTION CUSTOMER: Heat Pump Cleaning and Maintenance - ## Quarterly - ### Air Filter - Check the air filter quarterly and replace as needed. If your system was designed to take a 1" thick - pleated filter, they will get dirty and need to be replaced sooner than if the system was designed to - take a 4" filter. Ask your HVAC installer what filter MERV (minimum efficiency reporting value) rating - your heat pump was designed to take and purchase replacement filters of the same MERV value. Going with a - higher MERV rating can result in many unintended consequences including reduced air flow that results in + ## Quarterly + ### Air Filter + Check the air filter quarterly and replace as needed. If your system was designed to take a 1" thick + pleated filter, they will get dirty and need to be replaced sooner than if the system was designed to + take a 4" filter. Ask your HVAC installer what filter MERV (minimum efficiency reporting value) rating + your heat pump was designed to take and purchase replacement filters of the same MERV value. Going with a + higher MERV rating can result in many unintended consequences including reduced air flow that results in comfort problems and higher energy use. ## Twice a Year - ### Outdoor Unit Condenser Coil - It is a best practice to inspect the outdoor unit at least twice a year for debris build up on the + ### Outdoor Unit Condenser Coil + It is a best practice to inspect the outdoor unit at least twice a year for debris build up on the condenser coil. Leaves, pollen, and fluff from cottonwood trees can build up and block the movement of air - through the condenser coil and cause poor performance. You can carefully clean loose debris off the - condenser coil using a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush. Take care to not bend the fins on the condenser - coil. For more stubborn or stickier dust, it is best practice to call an HVAC service tech. They will - spray down your coil with the correct cleaning detergent to not damage the material and disassemble the - outdoor unit enough to spray water from the inside to push out the dust and debris and rinse the coil + through the condenser coil and cause poor performance. You can carefully clean loose debris off the + condenser coil using a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush. Take care to not bend the fins on the condenser + coil. For more stubborn or stickier dust, it is best practice to call an HVAC service tech. They will + spray down your coil with the correct cleaning detergent to not damage the material and disassemble the + outdoor unit enough to spray water from the inside to push out the dust and debris and rinse the coil free of the cleaning detergent. ### Supply Vents - It is a best practice to vacuum the supply grilles twice a year. If the supply grilles are located on - the floor it is best practice to remove the supply grill and use the vacuum’s crevice tool to vacuum + It is a best practice to vacuum the supply grilles twice a year. If the supply grilles are located on + the floor it is best practice to remove the supply grill and use the vacuum’s crevice tool to vacuum the area of the supply duct that can be reached. ## Yearly ### Condensate Drain - It is a best practice to inspect the end of the condensate drain yearly. If there is a buildup of - goo/slime/mucus/snot at the end of the condensate drain line, it is time to call a HVAC service tech. - They will use the combination of a shop vac, drain snakes, and pressurized water to clean out the - condensate drain line. + It is a best practice to inspect the end of the condensate drain yearly. If there is a buildup of + goo/slime/mucus/snot at the end of the condensate drain line, it is time to call a HVAC service tech. + They will use the combination of a shop vac, drain snakes, and pressurized water to clean out the + condensate drain line. + - ## Pre-Upgrade Tests - +

This heat pump will: {props.data?.heat_pump_purpose}

+ + + Photo of existing heating appliance + + + + Photo of existing heating appliance’s nameplate + +

Cooling appliance exists: {props.data?.no_cooling_appliance?.length === 0 ? "Yes" : "No"}

+ + + Photo of existing cooling appliance’s nameplate + + + Photo of the existing cooling appliance’s nameplate + + + Photo of existing ductwork condition - + { props.data.comment_ductwork - ?

Ductwork Comments: {props.data.comment_ductwork}

+ ?

Ductwork Comments: {props.data.comment_ductwork}

: null } - + ## Static Pressure Test Results - Total external static pressure measurement: This measurement is akin to taking the blood pressure of a person. - Having high blood pressure is an indicator of poor health. The same is true for a HVAC system. For an HVAC system, - having a total external static pressure value of 0.5 i.w.c or less is good. The ducts can be repaired or upgraded - to bring a high value down to a healthy value. + Total external static pressure measurement: This measurement is akin to taking the blood pressure of a person. + Having high blood pressure is an indicator of poor health. The same is true for a HVAC system. For an HVAC system, + having a total external static pressure value of 0.5 i.w.c or less is good. The ducts can be repaired or upgraded + to bring a high value down to a healthy value. Photo of the manometer readout or screenshot from digital instrument app - + { props.data.comment_pre_upgrade_static_pressure_test - ?

Pre-Upgrade Static Pressure Test Notes: {props.data.comment_pre_upgrade_static_pressure_test}

+ ?

Pre-Upgrade Static Pressure Test Notes: {props.data.comment_pre_upgrade_static_pressure_test}

: null } - + ## Airflow Test Results - In order for a heat pump to efficiently and effectively deliver the conditioned air to the house, - the ducts need to be able to move enough air. This test uses the home's existing air handler to measure how much air the ducts can move. - If they cannot move enough air, the ducts will need to be repaired or upgraded so that they can move enough air. + In order for a heat pump to efficiently and effectively deliver the conditioned air to the house, + the ducts need to be able to move enough air. This test uses the home's existing air handler to measure how much air the ducts can move. + If they cannot move enough air, the ducts will need to be repaired or upgraded so that they can move enough air. Photo of the airflow test setup - + - Photo of the manometer CFM or upload a screenshot of the instrument app - + Photo of the manometer CFM or screenshot of the instrument app or the manometer and fan curve chart/table. + { props.data.comment_pre_upgrade_air_flow_test - ?

Pre-Upgrade Airflow Test Notes: {props.data.comment_pre_upgrade_air_flow_test}

+ ?

Pre-Upgrade Airflow Test Notes: {props.data.comment_pre_upgrade_air_flow_test}

: null } - + ## Duck Leakage Test Results - Leaky ducts mean the conditioned air doesn't make it to the rooms where the conditioned air is needed. - The worse kind of duct leakage is leakage to outside because that means the air you paid to conditioned - is leaking outside the house. The duct leakage test measures how leaky - the ducts are. Newly constructed homes have a duct leakage limit of 4 CFM25 per 100 ft2 of conditioned floor area. - In existing construction it is highly recommended that action be taken to reduce duct leakage if - the duct leakage test finds the leakage rate to be greater than 12 CFM25 per 100 ft2 of conditioned floor area. - -

Test method used: {props.data?.duct_leakage_test_method}

- + Leaky ducts mean the conditioned air doesn't make it to the rooms where the conditioned air is needed. + The worse kind of duct leakage is leakage to outside because that means the air you paid to conditioned + is leaking outside the house. The duct leakage test measures how leaky + the ducts are. Newly constructed homes have a duct leakage limit of 4 CFM25 per 100 ft2 of conditioned floor area. + In existing construction it is highly recommended that action be taken to reduce duct leakage if + the duct leakage test finds the leakage rate to be greater than 12 CFM25 per 100 ft2 of conditioned floor area. + +

Test method used: {props.data?.duct_leakage_test_method}

+ Photo of duct test setup showing ring size and how it is attached to the duct system - + Photo of duct leakage test manometer, CFM at 25 Pa - + { props.data.type_of_duct_leakage_radio - ?

Type Of Duct Leakage Test Performed: {props.data.type_of_duct_leakage_radio}

+ ?

Type Of Duct Leakage Test Performed: {props.data.type_of_duct_leakage_radio}

: null - } - + } +

CFM25 ={props.data.cfm25_calculator?.cfm25 ? props.data.cfm25_calculator.cfm25 : null}

Conditioned Floor Area (ft2) = {props.data.cfm25_calculator?.conditioned_floor_area ? props.data.cfm25_calculator.conditioned_floor_area : null}

Duct CFM25 per 100 per ft2 = { props.data.cfm25_calculator?.cfm25 && props.data.cfm25_calculator?.conditioned_floor_area ? ((props.data.cfm25_calculator.cfm25 / props.data.cfm25_calculator.conditioned_floor_area) * 100).toFixed(2) : null }

- - + + Photo of the pressure pan and manometer measuring one supply register - + Photo of the document showing the readings from all the supply registers - + - - + + Photo of the airflow hood measuring one supply register - + Photo of the document showing the readings from all the supply registers - + - + ## Planning Photo of proposed ODU install location - + { props.data?.outdoor_unit?.odu_mounting_style - ?

ODU Mounting Style: {props.data.outdoor_unit.odu_mounting_style}

+ ?

ODU Mounting Style: {props.data.outdoor_unit.odu_mounting_style}

: null } { props.data.outdoor_unit?.odu_inches_above_ground - ?

ODU Inches Above The Ground (elevated above the snow): {props.data.outdoor_unit.odu_inches_above_ground}

+ ?

ODU Inches Above The Ground (elevated above the snow): {props.data.outdoor_unit.odu_inches_above_ground}

: null } { props.data.outdoor_unit?.snow_ice_protection - ?

Overhead Snow & Ice Protection: {props.data.outdoor_unit.snow_ice_protection}

+ ?

Overhead Snow & Ice Protection: {props.data.outdoor_unit.snow_ice_protection}

: null } - + { props.metadata.attachments?.manual_j_file && ( <> @@ -432,62 +506,62 @@ } - - + + { props.data.comment_manual_j - && (

Manual J Notes or Comments: {props.data.comment_manual_j}

+ && (

Manual J Notes or Comments: {props.data.comment_manual_j}

) } ## Equipment Selection - The selected heat pump's extended heating and cooling performance tables are shown below. These tables were used in concert with the ASHRAE heating + The selected heat pump's extended heating and cooling performance tables are shown below. These tables were used in concert with the ASHRAE heating and cooling design conditions, and Manual J load calculations to select the best equipment to fit the home's heating and cooling needs. Please see comment below if decisions needed to be made regarding whether to size the heat pump to the existing duct capacity or the ducts were replaced to accommodate the heat pump’s air flow requirements. - The selected heat pump's extended heating performance table + The selected heat pump's extended heating performance table - + { props.data.aux_heat_lockout_temperature - ?

Aux Heat Lockout Above This Temperature (°F): {props.data.aux_heat_lockout_temperature}

+ ?

Aux Heat Lockout Above This Temperature (°F): {props.data.aux_heat_lockout_temperature}

: null } { props.data.compresser_lockout_temperature - ?

Compresser Lockout Below This Temperature (°F): {props.data.compresser_lockout_temperature}

+ ?

Compresser Lockout Below This Temperature (°F): {props.data.compresser_lockout_temperature}

: null } { props.data.dual_fuel_switch_over_temperature - ?

Dual Fuel Switch Over Temperature (°F): {props.data.dual_fuel_switch_over_temperature}

+ ?

Dual Fuel Switch Over Temperature (°F): {props.data.dual_fuel_switch_over_temperature}

: null } - + The selected heat pump's extended cooling performance table - + { props.data.comment_ductwork_concluding_summary - ?

Pre-Installation Comments: {props.data.comment_ductwork_concluding_summary}

+ ?

Pre-Installation Comments: {props.data.comment_ductwork_concluding_summary}

: null } - + ## Installation {props.data?.replacting_old_ac_or_heatpump && (

Is this heat pump installation replacing an old AC or heat pump? {props.data?.replacting_old_ac_or_heatpump}

)} - + {props.data?.replacting_old_ac_or_heatpump && props.data?.replacting_old_ac_or_heatpump === "Yes" && ( <> - Take a photo of the old AC or heat pump nameplate showing the refrigerant charge. - + Take a photo of the old AC or heat pump nameplate showing the refrigerant charge. + - Take a photo of the refrigerant recovery setup. - + Take a photo of the refrigerant recovery setup. + - Take a photo of the scale showing how much refrigerant was recovered out of the system. + Take a photo of the scale showing how much refrigerant was recovered out of the system. )} - + ## Equipment @@ -495,24 +569,24 @@ { props.data.comment_circuit_breaker_notes - ?

Circuit Breaker Notes: {props.data.comment_circuit_breaker_notes}

+ ?

Circuit Breaker Notes: {props.data.comment_circuit_breaker_notes}

: null } - + ## Installation Tests - The test is conducted at 500 PSI or the manufacturer's recommended test pressure. + The test is conducted at 500 PSI or the manufacturer's recommended test pressure. - A passing temperature-compensated nitrogen pressure decay test will show zero or almost zero pressure decay after 10 minutes. - This means the system's connections have been tested to withstand the maximum operating pressures and there are no leaks in the system. + A passing temperature-compensated nitrogen pressure decay test will show zero or almost zero pressure decay after 10 minutes. + This means the system's connections have been tested to withstand the maximum operating pressures and there are no leaks in the system. A good vacuum decay test setup will have the micron gauge located as close to the equipment as possible. It will have an isolation - valve in the setup so that the vacuum pump and vacuum hose can be isolated from the system during the decay measurement period. + valve in the setup so that the vacuum pump and vacuum hose can be isolated from the system during the decay measurement period. - A passing vacuum decay test is one where the system's vacuum does not rise above 500 microns in 10 minutes with the vacuum pump and + A passing vacuum decay test is one where the system's vacuum does not rise above 500 microns in 10 minutes with the vacuum pump and vacuum hose isolated from the system. This indicates the system contains no moisture and is leak free. ## Refrigerant Adjustments @@ -526,11 +600,15 @@ | Ounces of additional refrigerant = {(props.data?.refrigerant_calculator?.ft_line_set_beyond_factory_charge && props.data?.refrigerant_calculator?.oz_per_ft_refrigerant) ? props.data.refrigerant_calculator.ft_line_set_beyond_factory_charge * props.data.refrigerant_calculator.oz_per_ft_refrigerant : null} { props.data.comment_refrigerant_quantity_adjustments_or_weigh_in - ?

Notes About Refrigerant Quantity Adjustments Or Weigh In: {props.data.comment_refrigerant_quantity_adjustments_or_weigh_in}

+ ?

Notes About Refrigerant Quantity Adjustments Or Weigh In: {props.data.comment_refrigerant_quantity_adjustments_or_weigh_in}

: null } + + + Photo of the condensate line. If the condensate line runs through an unconditioned attic or crawlspace the line must be insulated to prevent condensation drips. + - The line set and line set to wall penetration should be protected from damage by UV, rain, and pests. + The line set and line set to wall penetration should be protected from damage by UV, rain, and pests. Photo of the electrical surge protection device installed @@ -539,32 +617,32 @@ Your jurisdiction may require the service port caps to be locking refrigerant caps. - The supply and return plenum connections to the air handler cabinet should be sealed, insulated, and have a vapor barrier. + The supply and return plenum connections to the air handler cabinet should be sealed, insulated, and have a vapor barrier. - + ## Post-Installation - + - Generally, a heat pump should move approximately 400 CFM per ton of heating/cooling capacity +/- 15%. + Generally, a heat pump should move approximately 400 CFM per ton of heating/cooling capacity +/- 15%. - Generally, an efficiently running system will have a total external static pressure of 0.5 i.w.c or less. - i.w.c stands of inches of water column which is the standard unit of measurement for this test. + Generally, an efficiently running system will have a total external static pressure of 0.5 i.w.c or less. + i.w.c stands of inches of water column which is the standard unit of measurement for this test. - + - Photo of thermostat setting for auxiliary heat lockout or dual fuel switch over temperature. + Photo of thermostat setting for auxiliary heat lockout or dual fuel switch over temperature. Compare these values to the planned values in the equipment selection section of the report. { props.data.comment_about_thermostat_settings - ?

Post-Installation Notes About Thermostat Settings: {props.data.comment_about_thermostat_settings}

+ ?

Post-Installation Notes About Thermostat Settings: {props.data.comment_about_thermostat_settings}

: null } @@ -580,4 +658,5 @@ - \ No newline at end of file + + diff --git a/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ductless.mdx b/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ductless.mdx index 6962f2b..5cba9da 100644 --- a/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ductless.mdx +++ b/src/templates/doe_workflow_heat_pump_ductless.mdx @@ -3,10 +3,26 @@ The data for this tab should be collected during the initial site visit. + ## Existing Heating and Cooling Equipment + + - + ## General Safety Some homes have existing mold or moisture issues. For the contractor’s protection and the safety of the customer, it is important to inspect for pre-existing mold or moisture issues. Some common causes of mold or moisture issues include a leaky roof, leaky ducts and clogged gutter or drainage systems. - + * Look for water stains, mold, or signs of pest entry. Water and moisture issues from a leaky roof can be made worse once the attic has been air sealed and insulated because afterwards there is less heat escaping to dry the roof/attic. - * Pest entry can rapidly damage air sealing and insulation materials thus it is important to check and remediate prior to work. + * Pest entry can rapidly damage air sealing and insulation materials thus it is important to check and remediate prior to work. - - Contractors should perform this inspection prior to work as protection against being blamed for a pre-existing - mold or moisture problem. Air sealing and insulation can make a pre-existing mold or moisture problem worse, + + Contractors should perform this inspection prior to work as protection against being blamed for a pre-existing + mold or moisture problem. Air sealing and insulation can make a pre-existing mold or moisture problem worse, thus it is important to check for the safety of the customer. - + * The pre-retrofit ventilation calculation can help estimate whether mechanical ventilation will be needed post air sealing and insulation work. * Consider using RED Calc ASHRAE 62.2 tools to do the mechanical ventilation calculation. https://basc.pnnl.gov/redcalc - * Consider infiltration credits. A very leaky home may still be leaky enough after the scoped air sealing and insulation work is completed. + * Consider infiltration credits. A very leaky home may still be leaky enough after the scoped air sealing and insulation work is completed. * The ASHRAE 62.2 standard does not require the installation of a system smaller than 15 CFM (7 L/s) + @@ -136,7 +149,7 @@ - Photo of insulation bag R-value per inch table + Photo of insulation bag R-value per inch table @@ -144,11 +157,11 @@ - Photo of knee wall insulation detail + Photo of knee wall insulation detail - Photo of stairwell wall insulation detail + Photo of stairwell wall insulation detail @@ -156,7 +169,7 @@ - Wide angle photo showing the installed insulation + Wide angle photo showing the installed insulation @@ -165,19 +178,42 @@ + ## Final Conditions - - - - - Photo of the manometer showing CFM50 of air leakage after air sealing and insulation work was performed - + + + + | | + | ---------------------------- + | + |

Conditioned Volume (ft3): {props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3}

+ |

ACH50: {!isNaN(props?.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50) && !isNaN(props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3) ? (props?.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50 * 60) / props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3: 'N/A'}

+ + + Take a photo of the manometer showing CFM50 of air leakage before air sealing and insulation work was performed. + + - - + +{' '} + + + @@ -209,16 +245,28 @@

What part of the home are you air sealing? { props.data?.airsealing_location}

What is the starting air leakage rate for the home before modification? { props.data?.attic_air_leakage_rate == 'CFM at 50Pa' ? props.data?.air_leakage_cfm50 + " " : null } { props.data?.attic_air_leakage_rate}

- - { - props.data.attic_air_leakage_rate == 'CFM at 50Pa' && - ( + + + +

Conditioned Volume (ft3): {props.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3}

+

ACH50: {String((props?.data?.air_leakage_cfm50 * 60)/props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3) }

+ Photo of the manometer showing CFM50 of air leakage before air sealing and insulation work was performed - )} + + Photo of the math used to determine the conditioned floor area and + volume, label the rooms/sections and the corresponding length, width, + and height. + + + +

What is the existing insulation in the ceiling? { props.data?.existing_insulation_type}

-

What is the existing insulation R-value in the ceiling? { props?.data.airsealing_r_value}

+

What is the existing insulation R-value in the ceiling? { props?.data.airsealing_r_value}

## General Safety

What is the roof condition? { props.data?.roof_condition}

@@ -235,8 +283,8 @@ Photo of soffit air baffles installed blocked with batt insulation and/or air sealed with spray foam - Photo of a leaky recessed light fixture treatment. - The photo below could be showing a recessed light fixture sealed from the attic suing a recessed light cover or sealed from below using an airtight LED retrofit fixture. + Photo of a leaky recessed light fixture treatment. + The photo below could be showing a recessed light fixture sealed from the attic suing a recessed light cover or sealed from below using an airtight LED retrofit fixture. Photo of fire caulking and sheet metal dam around chimney @@ -292,12 +340,12 @@ ## Installation - Insulation Details - Overview of insulation measuring rulers, one installed every 300 sq. ft. visible - from attic entrance (photo taken from attic entrance). + Overview of insulation measuring rulers, one installed every 300 sq. ft. visible + from attic entrance (photo taken from attic entrance). - Photo of insulation bag R-value per inch table + Photo of insulation bag R-value per inch table @@ -305,19 +353,19 @@ - Photo of knee wall insulation detail + Photo of knee wall insulation detail - Photo of stairwell wall insulation detail + Photo of stairwell wall insulation detail - Photo of storage platform insulation detail + Photo of storage platform insulation detail - Wide angle photo showing the installed insulation + Wide angle photo showing the installed insulation @@ -326,10 +374,17 @@ ## Final Conditions

What is the air sealing level you have achieved? {props.data?.postinstall_attic_air_leakage_rate === "CFM at 50Pa" ? props.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50 : null } {' '} {props.data?.postinstall_attic_air_leakage_rate }

- {props.data?.postinstall_attic_air_leakage_rate === "CFM at 50Pa" && ( - + + + + Photo of the manometer showing CFM50 of air leakage after air sealing and insulation work was performed - )} + + +

Conditioned Volume (ft3): {props.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3}

+

ACH50 : {!isNaN(props?.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50) && !isNaN(props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3) ? (props?.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50 * 60) / props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3: 'N/A'}

+ +

Is the homeowner aware that combustion safety tests are highly recommended for homes with any gas appliances after air sealing projects are completed? {props.data?.postinstall_safety_briefing_to_homeowner}

What R-value was added to the ceiling? {props.data?.postinstall_ceiling_r_value}

What percentage of ceiling area received additional insulation? {props.data?.postinstall_insulated_ceiling_area}

@@ -346,7 +401,7 @@ )} - + - \ No newline at end of file + diff --git a/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_duct_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx b/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_duct_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx index 5b5f16f..158a364 100644 --- a/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_duct_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx +++ b/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_duct_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx @@ -13,12 +13,20 @@ - Look for kinked/crushed ductwork, undersized ducts or returns, or a dirty air filter if the static pressure is above 0.5 i.w.c. + Look for kinked/crushed ductwork, undersized ducts or returns, or a dirty air filter if the static pressure is above 0.5 i.w.c. - - + + + + Take a photo of the math used to determine the conditioned floor area, label the rooms/sections and the corresponding length, width. + + | | + | ---------------------------- + | + | + |

Cubic feet per minute (CFM) per 100 sq. ft. of conditioned floor area when the air handler is present: {!isNaN(props.data?.duct_leakage_cfm25) && !isNaN(props.data?.conditioned_floor_area_ft2) ? (props.data.duct_leakage_cfm25 / props.data.conditioned_floor_area_ft2 * 100).toString() : 'N/A'}

 @@ -30,7 +38,7 @@ * This could be a photo of an undersized supply, undersized return, undersized return filter grille. * The purpose of looking and evaluating is to reduce the incidents of air sealing and insulating ducts or return(s) that will need to be taken apart and upgraded. It is better to include in the scope of work the duct upgrades and air seal and insulate the new duct work. - + @@ -74,6 +82,7 @@ + - + ## General Safety - Some homes have existing mold or moisture issues. For the contractor’s protection and the safety of the customer, + Some homes have existing mold or moisture issues. For the contractor’s protection and the safety of the customer, it is important to inspect for pre-existing mold or moisture issues. Some common causes of mold or moisture issues in the crawlspace include: missing or leaking gutters or downspouts, inadequate or reversed grading around the home, or missing or poor condition vapor barrier. - - Check the grade around the home is sloped away from the house, check for standing water in the crawlspace or + + Check the grade around the home is sloped away from the house, check for standing water in the crawlspace or basement floor, check the gutters and downspouts are in good condition. - - Contractors should perform this inspection prior to work as protection against being blamed for a pre-existing - mold or moisture problem. Air sealing and insulation can make a pre-existing mold or moisture problem worse, + + Contractors should perform this inspection prior to work as protection against being blamed for a pre-existing + mold or moisture problem. Air sealing and insulation can make a pre-existing mold or moisture problem worse, thus it is important to check for the safety of the customer. - + * The pre-retrofit ventilation calculation can help estimate whether mechanical ventilation will be needed post air sealing and insulation work. - * Consider infiltration credits. A very leaky home may still be leaky enough after the scoped air sealing and insulation work is completed. + * Consider infiltration credits. A very leaky home may still be leaky enough after the scoped air sealing and insulation work is completed. * The ASHRAE 62.2 standard does not require the installation of a system smaller than 15 CFM (7 L/s) @@ -80,18 +87,18 @@ Please provide a representative photo of plumbing, electrical, and/or duct penetrations through the subfloor air sealed. - - + + Please provide a photo of floor joists air sealed and insulated using one of the three methods below 1. Rigid foam under the floor joists with joist cavities uninsulated, the joints of the rigid foam should be taped 2. Rigid foam under the floor joists with joist cavities insulated, - 3. Joist cavities and joists insulated with close-cell spray foam encapsulating joist tips also. + 3. Joist cavities and joists insulated with close-cell spray foam encapsulating joist tips also. Insulated to climate zone requirements. - If the air sealing and insulation of the floor uses rigid foam board insulation, please provide a photo showing pipe penetrations through the foam board have been air sealed with spray foam. + If the air sealing and insulation of the floor uses rigid foam board insulation, please provide a photo showing pipe penetrations through the foam board have been air sealed with spray foam. @@ -105,9 +112,9 @@ * If the door/access is between the outside and the unconditioned space it must have weatherstripping and a secure lock. - * If the door/access is between conditioned space and the unconditioned space it must have weatherstripping and insulation. + * If the door/access is between conditioned space and the unconditioned space it must have weatherstripping and insulation. - + ## Final Conditions @@ -148,19 +155,32 @@

What is the foundation type? { props.data?.floor_airsealing_foundation_type}

What part of the home are you air sealing? { props.data?.floor_airsealing_location ? ( Array.isArray(props.data.floor_airsealing_location) > 0 ? props.data.floor_airsealing_location.join(',') : props.data.floor_airsealing_location) : null }

- +

What is the starting air leakage rate for the home before modification? { props.data?.floor_air_leakage_rate == 'CFM at 50Pa' ? props.data?.air_leakage_cfm50 : null }{' '}{ props.data?.floor_air_leakage_rate}

- + + | | | + | -----------|---------------- + | Conditioned Volume (ft3) | {props.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3} + | ACH50 | {!isNaN(props?.data?.air_leakage_cfm50) && !isNaN(props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3) ? (props?.data?.air_leakage_cfm50 * 60) / props?.data?.conditioned_volume_ft3 : 'N/A'} + - Photo of the manometer showing CFM50 of air leakage before air sealing and insulation work was performed - + Photo of the manometer showing CFM50 of air leakage before air sealing and insulation work was performed + + + Photo of the math used to determine the conditioned floor area and + volume, label the rooms/sections and the corresponding length, width, + and height. + - +

Is the home located in a flood plain? { props.data?.floor_air_sealing_flood_plan}

Is the home located in an area with a risk of high radon levels? { props.data?.floor_air_sealing_risk_of_radon}

- +

What percent of floor area is above unconditioned space? { props.data?.floor_area_unconditioned_space_percent}

@@ -173,8 +193,8 @@ ## Installation - - + + Photo of the Floor Joists Air Sealed and Insulated using one of three methods @@ -199,7 +219,7 @@

What R-value was added to the floor? {props.data?.postinstall_floor_r_value}

What is the air sealing level you have achieved? {props.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50 && props.data?.postinstall_floor_air_leakage_level === 'CFM at 50Pa' ? props.data?.postinstall_air_leakage_cfm50 +" " : null} {props.data?.postinstall_floor_air_leakage_level}

- + @@ -213,14 +233,17 @@ ## Ventilation

Has an ASHRAE 62.2 calculation been performed post-retrofit to ensure proper indoor air quality? { props.data?.post_retrofit_ashrae_62_2_calculation}

- {props.metadata?.attachments?.project_invoice_photo && ( - <>

Project Invoice

- - Photo of the project invoice - - )} +{props.metadata?.attachments?.project_invoice_photo && ( +<> +

Project Invoice

+ + Photo of the project invoice + {' '} + +)} + - \ No newline at end of file + diff --git a/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_foundation_wall_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx b/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_foundation_wall_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx index 0366465..ec94b2f 100644 --- a/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_foundation_wall_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx +++ b/src/templates/ira_doe_workflow_foundation_wall_air_sealing_and_insulation.mdx @@ -18,57 +18,66 @@