ANSI/AHRI Standard 390

2003 Standard for

Performance Rating of
Single Package
Vertical Air-Conditioners
And Heat Pumps

IMPORTANT

SAFETY DISCLAIMER
AHRI does not set safety standards and does not certify or guarantee the safety of any products, components or
systems designed, tested, rated, installed or operated in accordance with this standard/guideline. It is strongly
recommended that products be designed, constructed, assembled, installed and operated in accordance with
nationally recognized safety standards and code requirements appropriate for products covered by this
standard/guideline.
AHRI uses its best efforts to develop standards/guidelines employing state-of-the-art and accepted industry
practices. AHRI does not certify or guarantee that any tests conducted under its standards/guidelines will be nonhazardous or free from risk.

Note:
This standard supersedes ARI 390-2001.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION

PAGE

Section 1.

Purpose ..............................................................................................................................1

Section 2.

Scope..................................................................................................................................1

Section 3.

Definitions .........................................................................................................................1

Section 4.

Classifications ....................................................................................................................3

Section 5.

Test Requirements..............................................................................................................3

Section 6.

Rating Requirements .........................................................................................................5

Section 7.

Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings ........................................................6

Section 8.

Operating Requirements ....................................................................................................8

Section 9.

Marking and Nameplate Data ..........................................................................................10

Section 10.

Conformance Conditions .................................................................................................10

TABLES
Table 1.

Classification of Single Package Vertical Air-Conditioner ................................................3

Table 2.

Classification of Single Package Vertical Heat Pump .......................................................3

Table 3.

Conditions for Standard Rating Tests and Operating Requirements .................................4

Table 4.

External Static Pressure .....................................................................................................4

Table 5.

Values of Standard Capacity Ratings .................................................................................5

FIGURES
Figure 1.

Part-Load Factor Curve .....................................................................................................7

APPENDICES
Appendix A.

References Normative................................................................................................... 11

Appendix B.

References Informative ................................................................................................. 11

Appendix C.

Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV) Calculation Example Normative ..........................12

TABLES FOR APPENDICES

Table C1.

IPLV Calculation Example ..............................................................................................13

FIGURES FOR APPENDICES

Figure C1.

Part-Load Factor Example ...............................................................................................14

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PERFORMANCE RATING OF SINGLE PACKAGE

VERTICAL AIR-CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS
Section 1. Purpose
1.1 Purpose. The purpose of this standard is to establish, for Single Package Vertical Air-Conditioners and Heat Pumps:
definitions; classifications; test requirements; rating requirements; minimum data requirements for Published Ratings;
operating requirements; marking and nameplate data; and conformance conditions.
1.1.1
Intent. This standard is intended for the guidance of the industry, including manufacturers, engineers,
installers, contractors and users.
1.1.2

Review and Amendment. This standard is subject to review and amendment as technology advances.

Section 2. Scope
2.1 Scope. This standard applies to factory-assembled commercial or industrial Single Package Vertical Air-Conditioner and
Heat Pump equipment as defined in Section 3.
2.1.1
Applicability. AHRI Standard 210/240 (formerly ARI Standard 210/240) and AHRI Standard 340/360
(formerly ARI Standard 340/360) shall not apply to commercial or industrial equipment covered by this Standard.
2.1.2

Energy Source. This standard applies to electrically operated, vapor-compression refrigeration systems.

2.1.3 Installation. The Single Package Vertical Air-Conditioner and Heat Pump is intended for ducted or non-ducted
installation with field or factory supplied grilles.

Section 3. Definitions
All terms in this document shall follow the standard industry definitions in the current edition of ASHRAE Terminology of
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration unless otherwise defined in this section.
3.1 Coefficient of Performance (COP). A ratio of Cooling/Heating Capacity in watts [W] to the power input values in watts
[W] at any given set of Rating Conditions expressed in watts/watt [W/W]. For heating COP, supplementary resistance heat
shall be excluded.
3.1.1
Standard Coefficient of Performance. A ratio of the capacity to power input value obtained at Standard Rating
Conditions.
3.2 Cooling Capacity. The capacity associated with the change in air enthalpy which includes both the Latent and Sensible
Capacities expressed in Btu/h [W].
3.2.1

Latent Capacity. Capacity associated with a change in humidity ratio.

3.2.2

Sensible Capacity. Capacity associated with a change in dry-bulb temperature.

3.3 Defrost Range. Ambient conditions such that a heat pump operating in the heating mode will develop frost on the
outdoor coil to the extent that temperature ranges/tolerances specified in Table 4 of ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 37 will be
exceeded.

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3.4 Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER). A ratio of the Cooling Capacity in Btu/h to the power input values in watts at any given
set of Rating Conditions expressed in Btu/(Wh).
3.4.1
Standard Energy Efficiency Ratio. A ratio of the capacity to power input value obtained at Standard Rating
Conditions.
3.5

Heating Capacity. The capacity associated with the change in dry-bulb temperature expressed in Btu/h [W].

3.6 Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV). A single number part-load efficiency figure of merit calculated per the method
described in this standard.
3.7 Published Rating. A statement of the assigned values of those performance characteristics, under stated Rating
Conditions, by which a unit may be chosen to fit its application. These values apply to all units of like nominal size and type
(identification) produced by the same manufacturer. As used herein, the term Published Rating includes the rating of all
performance characteristics shown on the unit or published in specifications, advertising or other literature controlled by the
manufacturer, at stated Rating Conditions.
3.7.1
Application Rating. A rating based on tests performed at application Rating Conditions (other than Standard
Rating Conditions).
3.7.2

Standard Rating. A rating based on tests performed at Standard Rating Conditions.

3.8 Rating Conditions. Any set of operating conditions under which a single level of performance results and which causes
only that level of performance to occur.
3.8.1
istics.
3.9

Standard Rating Conditions. Rating Conditions used as the basis of comparison for performance character-

"Shall" or "Should". "Shall" or "should" shall be interpreted as follows:

3.9.1
Shall. Where "shall" or "shall not" is used for a provision specified, that provision is mandatory if compliance
with the standard is claimed.
3.9.2
Should. "Should" is used to indicate provisions which are not mandatory but which are desirable as good
practice.

3.10 Single Package Vertical Air-Conditioner (SPVAC). A type of air-cooled small or large commercial package air
conditioning and heating equipment; factory assembled as a single package having its major components arranged vertically,
which is an encased combination of cooling and optional heating components. This equipment is intended for exterior
mounting on, adjacent interior to, or through, an outside wall; and is powered by single or three phase current. It may contain
separate indoor grille(s), outdoor louvers, various ventilation options, indoor free air discharge, ductwork, wall plenum or
sleeve. Heating components may include electrical resistance, steam, hot water, gas or no heat, but may not include reverse
cycle refrigeration as a heating means.
3.10.1 SPVAC Functions. SPVAC, either alone or in combination with a heating plant, shall provide air-circulation,
air-cleaning, cooling with controlled temperature and dehumidification, and may optionally include the function of
heating and possible humidifying and ventilation.
3.11 Single Package Vertical Heat Pump (SPVHP). A SPVAC that utilizes reverse cycle refrigeration as its primary heat
source, with secondary supplemental heating by means of electrical resistance, steam, hot water or gas.
3.12 Standard Air. Air weighing 0.075 lb/ft3 [1.2 kg/m3] which approximates dry air at 70F [21C] and at a barometric
pressure of 29.92 in Hg [101.3 kPa].

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Section 4. Classifications
Equipment covered within the scope of this standard shall be classified as shown in Tables 1 and 2.

Section 5. Test Requirements

5.1 Test Requirements. All Standard Ratings shall be established at the Standard Rating Conditions specified in 5.2 and
shall be verified by tests conducted in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 37.
5.2 Standard Rating Tests. Table 3 indicates the tests and test conditions which are required to determine values of standard
capacity ratings and energy efficiency.
5.2.1
Electrical Conditions. Nameplate voltages are shown in Table 1 of AHRI Standard 110 (formerly ARI
Standard 110). Standard Rating Tests shall be performed at the nameplate rated voltage and frequency unless otherwise
specified in this standard.
For equipment which is rated with 208/230 dual nameplate voltages and less than 65,000 Btu/h [19 000 W] cooling,
Standard Rating Tests shall be performed at 230 V.
For all other dual nameplate voltage equipment covered by this standard, the Standard Rating Tests shall be performed
at both voltages or at the lower voltage if only a single Standard Rating is to be published.
5.2.2
Indoor-Side Airflow Rate. A Standard Rating shall be determined at an indoor-side airflow rate as outlined
below. Airflow rates shall be expressed in cfm [m3/s] of Standard Air.
a.

Ducted equipment shall be tested at the airflow rate delivered when operating against the minimum
external static pressure specified in Table 4 or at a lower airflow rate if so specified by the manufacturer.
Non-filtered ducted equipment shall be tested at the airflow rate delivered when operating against the
minimum external static pressure specified in Table 4 with an additional 0.08 in H2O [19.9 Pa] of external
static pressure.

Table 1. Classification of Single Package Vertical Air-Conditioner

Designation
Single Package

Types of SPVAC Equipment

AHRI Type
Heat Rejection
SPV-A

Air

Arrangement
FAN
EVAP

COMP
COND

A suffix of "-O" indicates equipment not intended for use with field-installed duct systems (See 5.2).
Table 2. Classification of Single Package Vertical Heat Pump

Designation

Single Package

Types of SPVHP Equipment

AHRI Type
Heating and Cooling

HSPV-A

Arrangement
FAN
INDOOR
COIL

COMP
OUTDOOR
COIL

A suffix of "-O" indicates equipment not intended for use with field-installed duct systems (See 5.2).

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Table 3. Conditions for Standard Rating Tests and Operating Requirements

Test

COOLING

HEATING

Indoor Side
Air Entering
Dry-Bulb F
[C]
80.0
[26.7]
67.0
[19.4]
80.0
[26.7]
80.0
[26.7]
80.0
[26.7]
80.0
[26.7]
70.0
[21.1]

Standard Rating Conditions, Cooling1

Low Temperature Operation, Cooling
Maximum High Temperature Operation
Insulation Effectiveness
Condensate Disposal
Part-Load Conditions3
Standard Rating Conditions, HighTemperature Heat Pump, Heating
Standard Rating Conditions, LowTemperature Heat Pump, Heating2
Maximum High-Temperature Operation
Part-Load Conditions3

70.0

[21.1]

80.0
70.0

[26.7]
[21.1]

Wet-Bulb F
[C]
67.0
[19.4]
57.0
[13.9]
67.0
[19.4]
75.0
[23.9]
75.0
[23.9]
67.0
[19.4]
60.0
[15.6]
(max)
60.0
[15.6]
(max)
60.0
[15.6]
(max)

Outdoor Side
Air Entering
Dry-Bulb F
[C]
95.0
[35.0]
67.0
[19.4]
115.0
[46.1]
80.0
[26.7]
80.0
[26.7]
80.0
[26.7]
47.0
[8.3]

Wet-Bulb F
[C]
75.04 [23.9]
57.04 [13.9]
75.04 [23.9]
75.0 4 [23.9]
75.0 4 [23.9]
67.0 4 [19.4]
43.0 [6.1]

17.0

[-8.3]

15.0

[-9.4]

75.0
62.0

[23.9]
[16.7]

65.0
56.5

[18.3]
[13.6]

NOTES:
1 Same conditions used for voltage tolerance tests.
2 Only required if the manufacturers Published Rating includes low-temperature specification.
3 For multiple compressor units or units with compressor capacity modulation.
4 Required when condensate is rejected to the condenser air stream.

Table 4. External Static Pressure

Capacity Ratings1
MBtu/h
~28
>28and~42
>42and~70
>70 and ~ 105
> 105 and ~ 134
>134and~210
>210and~280
>280and~350
>350and~400
>400and~500
> 500

kW
~8.2
>8.2 and 12.4
>12.4and~20.5
>20.5 and ~ 30.8
> 30.8 and ~ 39.3
>39.3and~61.5
>61.5and~82.1
>82.1 and~ 102.6
>102.6and~117.2
>117.2and~146.5
> 146.5

Minimum External Static Pressure

in H2O
Pa
0.10
25
0.15
37
0.20
50
0.25
62
0.30
75
0.35
87
0.40
100
0.45
112
0.55
137
0.65
162
0.75
187

Cooling Capacity for units with cooling function.

b.

Non-ducted equipment shall be tested at the airflow rates obtained at zero external static pressure. All
power consumed by the fan(s) shall be included in the power input to the unit.

c.

The manufacturer shall specify a single airflow rate for all tests required in this part of the standard unless
the equipment provides automatic adjustment of airflow rate. A separate control signal output for each step
of airflow rate shall be considered as an automatic adjustment.

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5.2.3
Outdoor-Side Airflow Rate. A Standard Rating shall be determined at the outdoor-side airflow rate specified by
the manufacturer where the fan drive is adjustable. Where the fan drive is non-adjustable, Standard Ratings shall be
determined at the outdoor-side airflow rate inherent in the equipment when operated with all of the resistance elements
associated with inlets, louvers, and any ductwork and attachments considered by the manufacturer as normal installation
practice. Once established, the outdoor-side air circuit of the equipment shall remain unchanged throughout all tests
prescribed herein.
5.2.4

Part-Load Rating Conditions. The conditions of test for part-load ratings shall be per Table 3.

The capacity reduction means may be adjusted to obtain the specified step of unloading. No manual adjustment of
indoor and outdoor airflow rates from those of the Standard Rating Conditions shall be made. However, automatic
adjustment of airflow rates by system function is permissible.
5.2.5 Moisture Removal Determination. Indoor air moisture removed shall be determined at Standard Rating
Conditions, Cooling.

Section 6. Rating Requirements

6.1 Rating Requirements. Standard Ratings shall be expressed in Cooling Capacity or Heating Capacity. Power input ratings
shall be expressed in increments or multiples of 5 W. Airflow rates shall be expressed in increments of 10 cfm [5 m3/s].
6.1.1
Values of Standard Capacity Ratings. These ratings shall be expressed only in terms of Btu/h [W] as specified
in Table 5.
6.1.2
Values of Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER). Standard measure of Energy Efficiency Ratio, whenever published,
shall be expressed in multiples of the nearest 0.05 Btu/W h for EER. Coefficient of Performance (COP) for heating or
cooling, whenever published, shall be expressed in multiples of the nearest 0.02.

Table 5. Values of Standard Capacity Ratings

Capacity Ratings*
MBtu/h
<20

20

kW
<5.9

and < 38

5.9

and < 11

Multiples
Btu/h

100

30

200

60

500

150

38and<65

11and<19

~65and<135

~19and<39.6

1000

300

~135and<400

~39.6and<117.0

2000

600

~400

~117.0

5000

1500

* Cooling Capacity for units with cooling function, high

temperature Heating Capacity for heating-only units.

6.2 Part-Load Rating. Systems which are capable of capacity reduction shall be rated at 100% and at each step of capacity
reduction provided by the refrigeration system(s) as published by the manufacturer. These rating points shall be used to
calculate the IPL V (see 6.2.1).

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6.2.1
Integrated Part-Load Value (IPLV). For equipment covered by this standard, the IPL V (in EER) shall be
calculated as follows:
a.
b.
c.

Determine the capacity and EER at the conditions specified in 5.2.

Determine the part-load factor (PLF) from Figure 1 at each rating point (see example Appendix C).
Use the following equation to calculate IPLV:

IPLV = PLF -PLF

1
2

EER 1 + EER 2
2

- PLF n
n -1

+ PLF

- PLF

EER 2+ EER 3

+ PLF

+ PLF n EER n

2
EER

+ EER n
n -1

where:
PLF

= Part-Load Factor determined from Figure C1

= Total number of capacity steps

Subscript 1

= 100% capacity and EER at part-load Rating Conditions

Subscript 2, 3, etc. = Specific capacity and EER at part-load steps per 6.2 of this standard
6.3 Application Ratings. Ratings at conditions other than those specified in 5.2 and 5.2.4 may be published as Application
Ratings, and shall be based on data determined by the methods prescribed in 5.1. Application Ratings in the Defrost Region
shall include Heating Capacity and COP based upon a complete defrost cycle (from defrost termination to defrost
termination).
6.4 Tolerances. To comply with this standard, measured test results shall not be less than 95% of the Published Rating for
performance ratios and capacities.

Section 7. Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings

7.1 Minimum Data Requirements for Published Ratings. Published Ratings shall include all Standard Ratings. All claims to
ratings within the scope of this standard shall include the verbiage Rated in accordance with AHRI Standard 390 (formerly
ARI Standard 390). All claims to ratings outside the scope of this standard shall include the verbiage Outside the scope of
AHRI Standard 390 (formerly ARI Standard 390). Wherever Application Ratings are published or printed, they shall include
a statement of the conditions at which the ratings apply.
7.1.1
Capacity Designations. Capacities used in published specifications, literature or advertising, controlled by the
manufacturer, for equipment rated under this standard, shall be expressed in Btu/h [W] at the Standard Rating
Conditions specified in 5.2 and Part-Load Rating Conditions specified in 5.2.4 and expressed in terms described in
6.1.1 and 6.1.2.
7.1.2
Moisture Removal Designation. The moisture removal designation shall be published in the manufacturer's
specifications and literature or a statement, in such publications, shall be made to advise the user that this information is
available upon request. The value shall be expressed in one or more of the following forms:
a.
b.

Sensible Capacity/total capacity ratio and total capacity

Latent Capacity and total capacity c. Sensible Capacity and total capacity

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Section 8. Operating Requirements

8.1

Operating Requirements. To comply with this standard, any production unit shall meet the requirements detailed herein.

8.2 Maximum High-Temperature Operation Test. SPVAC/SPVHP equipment shall pass the appropriate high-temperature
operation tests required with an indoor-side air flow rate as determined under 5.2.2 and an outdoor-side airflow rate as
determined under 5.2.3.
8.2.1

Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 3.

8.2.2
Voltages. The test shall be run at the Range A minimum utilization voltage from AHRI Standard 110 (formerly
ARI Standard 110), Table 1, based upon the unit's nameplate rated published voltage(s). This voltage shall be supplied
at the unit's service connection and at rated frequency.
8.2.3

Procedure. The unit shall be operated for one hour at the temperature conditions and voltage specified.

8.2.4

Requirements. The unit shall operate continuously without interruption for one hour.

8.3 Voltage Tolerance Test. SPVAC/SPVHP equipment shall pass the following voltage tolerance test with an indoor-side
coil air- flow rate as determined under 5.2.2 and an outdoor-side air -flow rate as determined under 5.2.3.
8.3.1
Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained at the standard cooling (and/or standard
heating, as required) steady state conditions as shown in Table 3.
8.3.2

Voltages.
8.3.2.1 Tests shall be run at the Range B minimum and maximum utilization voltages from AHRI Standard
110 (formerly ARI Standard 110), Table 1, based upon the unit's nameplate rated voltage(s). These voltages
shall be supplied at the unit's service connection and at rated frequency. A lower minimum or a higher
maximum voltage shall be used, if listed, on the nameplate.
8.3.2.2 The power supplied to single phase equipment shall be adjusted just prior to the shut-down period
(see 8.3.3.2) so that the resulting voltage at the unit's service connection is 86% of nameplate rated voltage
when the compressor motor is in locked-rotor. (For 200V or 208V nameplate rated equipment, the restart
voltage shall be set at 180V when the compressor motor is in locked-rotor).
Open circuit voltage for three-phase equipment shall not be greater than 90% of nameplate rated voltage.
8.3.2.3 Within one minute after the equipment has resumed continuous operation (see 8.3.4.3), the voltage
shall be restored to the values specified in 8.3.2.1.

8.3.3

Procedure.
8.3.3.1 The equipment shall be operated for one hour at the temperature conditions and voltage(s) specified.
8.3.3.2 All power to the equipment shall be interrupted for a period sufficient to cause the compressor to stop
(not to exceed five seconds) and then be restored.

8.3.4

Requirements.
8.3.4.1 During both tests, the equipment shall operate without failure of any of its parts.
8.3.4.2 The equipment shall operate continuously without interruption for the one hour period preceding the
power interruption.
8.3.4.3 The unit shall resume continuous operation within two hours of restoration of power and shall then
operate continuously for one half hour. Operation and resetting of safety devices prior to establishment of
continuous operation is permitted.

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8.4 Low-Temperature Operation Test (Cooling). SPVAC/SPVHP equipment shall pass the following low-temperature
operation test when operating with initial airflow rates as determined in 5.2.2 and 5.2.3 and with controls, fans, dampers, and
grilles set to produce the maximum tendency to frost or ice the evaporator, provided such settings are not contrary to the
manufacturer's instructions to the user.
8.4.1

Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 3.

8.4.2
Procedure. The test shall be continuous with the unit in the cooling cycle, for not less than four hours after
establishment of the specified temperature conditions. The unit will be permitted to start and stop under control of an
automatic limit device, if provided.
8.4.3

Requirements.
8.4.3.1 During the entire test, the equipment shall operate without damage or failure of any of its parts.
8.4.3.2 During the entire test, the airflow rate shall not drop more than 25% from that determined under the
Standard Rating test.
8.4.3.3 During the test, and during the defrosting period after the completion of the test, all ice or meltage
shall be caught and removed by the drain provisions.

8.5 Insulation Effectiveness Test (Cooling). SPVAC/SPVHP equipment shall pass the following insulation effectiveness test
when operating with airflow rates as determined in 5.2.2 and 5.2.3 with controls, fans, dampers, and grilles set to produce the
maximum tendency to sweat, provided such settings are not contrary to the manufacturer's instructions to the user.
8.5.1

Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 3.

8.5.2
Procedure. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the unit shall be operated continuously
for a period of four hours.
8.5.3

Requirements. During the test, no condensed water shall drip, run, or blow off from the units casing.

8.6 Condensate Disposal Test (Cooling). SPVAC/SPVHP equipment which rejects condensate to the condenser air shall pass
the following condensate disposal test when operating with airflow rates as determined in 5.2.2 and 5.2.3. Controls, fans,
dampers, and grilles shall be set to produce condensate at the maximum rate, provided such settings are not contrary to the
manufacturer's instructions to the user.
Note: This test may be run concurrently with the insulation effectiveness test (See 8.5).
8.6.1

Temperature Conditions. Temperature conditions shall be maintained as shown in Table 3.

8.6.2
Procedure. After establishment of the specified temperature conditions, the equipment shall be started with its
condensate collection pan filled to the overflowing point and shall be operated continuously for four hours after the
condensate level has reached equilibrium.
8.6.3
Requirements. During the test and after the unit is turned off, there shall be no dripping, running-off, or
blowing-off of moisture from the unit casing.
8.7 Tolerances. The conditions for the tests outlined in Section 8 are average values subject to tolerances of 1.0oF
[ 0.6oC] for air wet-bulb and dry-bulb temperatures, and 1.0% of the reading for voltages.

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Section 9. Marking and Nameplate Data

9.1 Marking and Nameplate Data. As a minimum, the nameplate shall display the manufacturer's name, model designation,
and electrical characteristics.
Nameplate voltages for 60 Hertz systems shall include one or more of the equipment nameplate voltage ratings shown in
Table 1 of AHRI Standard 110 (formerly ARI Standard 110). Nameplate voltages for 50 Hertz systems shall include one or
more of the utilization voltages shown in Table 1 of IEC Standard Publication 60038.

Section 10. Conformance Conditions

10.1 Conformance. While conformance with this standard is voluntary, conformance shall not be claimed or implied for
products or equipment within the standards Purpose (Section 1) and Scope (Section 2) unless such product claims meet all the
requirements of the standard and all of the testing and rating requirements are measured and reported in complete compliance
with the standard. Any product that has not met all the requirements of the standard cannot reference, state, or acknowledge
the standard in any written, oral, or electronic communication.

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APPENDIX A. REFERENCES NORMATIVE

A1 Listed here are all standards, handbooks and other publications essential to the formation and implementation of the
standards. All references in this appendix are considered as part of the standard.
A1.1
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 37-1988, Methods of Testing for Rating Unitary Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump
Equipment, 1988, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc., 1791 Tullie Circle
N.E., Atlanta, GA 30329, U.S.A.
A1.2
AHRI Standard 110-2002 (formerly AHRI Standard 110-2002), Air-Conditioning and Refrigerating Equipment
Nameplate Voltages, Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute, 2002, 2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 500,
Arlington, VA 22201, U.S.A.
A1.3
AHRI Standard 210/240-2003 (formerly ARI Standard 210/240-2003), Unitary Air-Conditioning and AirSource Heat Pump Equipment, Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute, 2002, 2111 Wilson Boulevard,
Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22201, U.S.A.
A1.4
AHRI Standard 340/360-2000 (formerly ARI Standard 340/360-2000), Commercial and Industrial Unitary
Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump Equipment, Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute, 2002, 2111 Wilson
Boulevard, Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22201, U.S.A.
A1.5
ASHRAE Terminology of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Second Edition, 1991,
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc., 1791 Tullie Circle NE, Atlanta, GA
30329, U.S.A.
A1.6
IEC Standard Publication 60038, IEC Standard Voltages, 1983, International Electrotechnical Commission,
3, rue de Varembe, P.O. Box 131, 1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland.

APPENDIX B. REFERENCES INFORMATIVE

None.

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APPENDIX C. INTEGRATED PART-LOAD VALUE (IPLV)

CALCULATION EXAMPLE NORMATIVE
C1

C2

Purpose and Scope.

C1.1

Purpose. This appendix shows example calculations for determining Integrated Part-Load Values (IPLV).

C1.2

Scope. This appendix is for equipment covered by this standard.

General Equation and Definitions of Terms.

IPLV = PLF -PLF

1
2

+ PLF

+ PLF

- PLF

n -1

EER 1 + EER 2
2

EER 2+ EER 3

2
EER

- PLF n

+ EER n
n -1

+ PLF n EER n

where:

C3

PLF

= Part-Load Factor determined from Figure C1

= Total number of capacity steps

Subscript 1

= 100% capacity and EER at part-load Rating Conditions

Subscript 2, 3, etc.

= Specific capacity and EER at part-load steps per 6.2 of this standard

Calculation Example for a Four Capacity Step System.

C3.1

Assume equipment has four capacity steps as follows:

1
2
3
4

100% (full load)

75% of full load
50% of full load
25% of full load

C3.2

Obtain Part-Load Factors from Figure C1.

C3.3

Obtain EER at each capacity step per 6.2 of this standard.

C3.4

Calculate IPLV using the general equation with:

n = 4
PLF1 =
PLF2 =
PLF3 =
PLF4 =

1.0
0.9
0.4
0.1

EER1
EER2
EER3
EER4

=
=
=
=

8.9
7.7
7.1
5.0

Enter the above values in Equation C1:

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8.9 + 7.7

IPLV = (1.0 - 0.9)

7.7 + 7.1

+ (0.9 - 0.4)

7.1 + 5.0

+ (0.4 - 0.1)
+ 0.1 x 5.0
= (0.1 x 8.3) + (0.5 x 7.4)
+ (0.3 x 6.0) + 0.5
= 0.83 + 3.70 + 1.80 + 0.5
IPLV = 6.8 Btu/(Wh)
To further illustrate the calculation process, see the example in Table C1.
I-P Units

Using information from C3:

Table C1. Example IPLV Calculation

Capacity
Step

% Full
Load
Cap. 2

PLF 3

100%

1.0

2
3
4

75%
50%
25%

0.9
0.4
0.1

Mfrs.
PartLoad
EER

Avg.
PartLoad
EER

8.9 2
=

8.3

7.4

6.0

0.0

(1.0 - 0.9) =
0.1

7.7
7.1
5.0
=

0%

PLF Diff.

5.0
-----

(0.9 - 0.4) =
0.5
(0.4 - 0.1) =
0.3
(0.1 - 0.0) =
0.1

Avg. EER x
PLF Diff. =

Weighted
Avg.

8.3 x 0.1

0.83

7.4 x 0.5

3.70

6.0 x 0.3

1.80

5.0 1 x 0.1 =

0.50

Single number
IPLV

6.83 4

Notes:
1
2
3
4

For the range between 0% capacity and the last capacity step, use EER of the last capacity step for
the average EER.
The 100% capacity and EER are to be determined at the part-load Rating Conditions.
Part-Load Factor from Figure C1.
Rounded to 6.8 Btu/(Wh).

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