Daikin VRV - Codes & Standards

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Codes & Standards
Some Key Considerations
Category
Key Codes/
Standards
Situation for VRV
Safety and
Electrical
UL 1995
Nat’l Electric Code
NFPA 90A, 90B
ASHRAE Std 15
Canada: B52
Daikin systems are UL 1995 certified.
Install per NEC guidelines.
Daikin systems comply via UL 1995.
Std is applicable for APPLICATION,
Not equipment.
RcL not to exceed 26lbs/1000cuft (13lbs
in restricted/institutional occupancies).
Efficiency &
Performance
AHRI Std 1230
ASHRAE Std 90.1
ASHRAE Std 62
Daikin VRV is tested and rated to AHRI
Std 1230.
Daikin VRV performance ratings exceed
ASHRAE Std 90.1 2010.
Daikin VRV systems can be configured
to satisfy ASHRAE Std 62 (Ventilation,
IAQ) requirements.
Federal Trade
Commission
Buy American
Act Trade
Agreements Act
U.S. DOE has issued waiver for Ductless
and VRV products.
All projects need to be confirmed through
the Daikin legal dept. who can formally
issue waiver notice and explanation for
compliance purposes
Installation &
Application
Int’l Building Code
Int’l Energy
Conservation Code
Int’l Mechanical
Code
Wind Loads – Use tie down drawings
Seismic – Use OSHPD certification
Economizer – Use optional accessory
Insulation – Use ¾” thick Armaflex
Condensate – Units with Pump & Float
Switch are OK. Ductless units no need
for secondary pan if level sensor used.
Ventilation – similar to ASHRAE Std 62.
Refrigeration – fittings used must be
UL 1995 which Daikin’s are.
Local Code
Code Adoption
Varies
Local Code can introduce additional
considerations on top of the national
codes so always confirm requirements.