ASHRAE Technical Specifications 3

Question 1

What is the main purpose of the air-side economizer that ASHRAE 90.1 requires in many climate zones?

Accepted Answer

Using cool outdoor air for cooling instead of mechanical refrigeration

Answer

An air-side economizer brings in more outdoor air when conditions allow, which cuts compressor energy.

Question 2

Which ASHRAE standard covers ventilation of health care facilities, such as operating rooms and isolation rooms?

Accepted Answer

Standard 170

Answer

ASHRAE/ASHE 170 sets ventilation rates, pressure relationships and filtration for health care spaces.

Question 3

Which ASHRAE document describes the commissioning process from pre-design through occupancy and operation?

Accepted Answer

Guideline 0

Answer

ASHRAE Guideline 0 defines the general commissioning process that verifies the Owner's Project Requirements are met.

Question 4

A TAB specification references ASHRAE Standard 111. What does it cover?

Accepted Answer

Measuring, testing, adjusting and balancing building HVAC systems

Answer

ASHRAE 111 sets procedures and instrumentation for testing, adjusting and balancing HVAC systems.

Question 5

Which ASHRAE standard covers ventilation and acceptable indoor air quality in residential buildings?

Accepted Answer

Standard 62.2

Answer

ASHRAE 62.2 covers dwelling units, while 62.1 covers commercial and institutional buildings.

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