Technical Specifications

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2.02 Installation 3.07 Multi Size Capability
A. Install in compliance with manufacturers Fits most universal Ceiling, Wall and Floor boots and duct sizes.
instructions and good workmanship so that the multiple sizes for most common sizes utilized for both Supply
performance requirements are met. and Return Air Boots and Ducts.
2.03 Safety Precautions 3.08 Improved Indoor Air Quality
A. Conduct all job site operations in compliance Sealed gasket prevents unwanted air infiltration from unwanted
with applicable provisions of the Occupational areas such as crawl spaces, attics and unfinished basements which
Safety and Health Act and/or Safety and Health may harbor unwanted Molds, Mildews, Allergenic or Toxilogical
Codes and Regulations. Sources.
COMPLIANCE
Part 1- General
1.01 ASHRAE Compliance
A. Compliance with the following ASHRAE Standards
Are met with the test results of an independent testing
Agency which evaluated the Speedi-Boots Air Seal and
Dust and Debris Cover performance.
Part 2 – Duct Sealing
2.01 ASHRAE 90.1-2001 – Recessed Equipment
A: Section 5.5.1.3 states. In all cases, air leakage through
Or around Recessed Equipment to the Conditioned Space shall
Be limited in accordance with 5.2.3.1.
B: Section 5.2.3.1 Building Envelope Sealing. Building Envelope
Sealing shall comply with 5.5.3.1 paragraph E, Building Assemblies
used as Ducts or Plenums.
2.02 Ducts and Plenum Leakage
A: Section 6.2.4.2.1 Duct sealing. Ductwork and Plenums shall be
Sealed in accordance with Table 6.2.4.2.1A ( Table 6.2.4.2.1B provides
Definitions of Seal Levels) as required to meet the requirements of
6.2.4.2.2 and with Standard Industry Practice. ( See appendix E )
Table 6.2.4.2.1A
Minimum Duct Seal Level.
Duct Type
Duct Location
< 2 IN W.C. b
> 2 IN W.C. b
Exhaust
Return
Outdoors
A
A
C
A
Unconditioned Spaces
B
A
C
B
Conditioned Spaces
C
B
B
C
A:
See table 6.2.4.2.1B Definition of Seal Level.
B:
Duct design static pressure classification.
C:
Includes indirectly Conditioned Spaces such as Return Plenums
Table 6.2.4.2.1B
Duct Seal Levels
Seal Level
Sealing Requirements a
All transverse joints longitudinal seams, and duct wall
penetrations. Pressure sensitive tape shall not be used
A
as the primary sealant.
All transverse joints and longitudinal seams. Pressure
B
sensitive tape shall not be used as the primary sealant.
C
Transverse joints only.