Title 10: Energy
PART 440—WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS
Appendix A to Part 440—Standards for Weatherization Materials
The following Government standards are produced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and are published in title 16, Code of Federal Regulations:
Thermal Insulating Materials for Building Elements Including Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Attics, and Roofs Insulation—organic fiber—conformance to Interim Safety Standard in 16 CFR part 1209;
Fire Safety Requirements for Thermal Insulating Materials According to Insulation Use—Attic Floor—insulation materials intended for exposed use in attic floors shall be capable of meeting the same flammability requirements given for cellulose insulation in 16 CFR part 1209;
Enclosed spaces—insulation materials intended for use within enclosed stud or joist spaces shall be capable of meeting the smoldering combustion requirements in 16 CFR part 1209.
The following standards which are not otherwise set forth in part 440 are incorporated by reference and made a part of part 440. The following standards have been approved for incorporation by reference by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. These materials are incorporated as they exist on April 5, 1993 and a notice of any change in these materials will be published in the Federal Register. The standards incorporated by reference are available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.php.
The standards incorporated by reference in part 440 can be obtained from the following sources:
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute, 1501 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 524–8800.
American Gas Association, 1515 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 841–8400.
American National Standards Institute, Inc., 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018; (212) 642–4900.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers, United Engineering Center, 345 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017; (212) 705–7800.
American Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103; (215) 299–5400.
American Architectural Manufacturers Association, 1540 East Dundee Road, Palatine, IL 60067; (708) 202–1350.
Federal Specifications, General Services Administration, Specifications Section, Room 6654, 7th and D Streets, SW, Washington, DC 20407; (202) 708–5082.
Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association, 1901 Moore St., Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 525–9565.
National Electrical Manufacturers Association, 2101 L Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20037; (202) 457–8400.
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269; (617) 770–3000.
National Standards Association, 1200 Quince Orchard Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878; (301) 590–2300. (NSA is a local contact for materials from ASTM).
National Wood Window and Door Association, 1400 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018; (708) 299–5200.
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association, P.O. Box 221230, Chantilly, VA 22022–1230; (703) 803–2980.
Steel Door Institute, 712 Lakewood Center North, 14600 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44107; (216) 899–0100.
Steel Window Institute, 1230 Keith Building, Cleveland, OH 44115; (216) 241–7333.
Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association, 25 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591; (914) 332–0040.
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., P.O. Box 75530, Chicago, IL 60675–5330; (708) 272–8800.
More information regarding the standards in this reference can be obtained from the following sources:
Environmental Protection Agency, 401 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006; (202) 554–1080.
National Institute of Standards and Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, (301) 975–2000
Weatherization Assistance Programs Division, Conservation and Renewable Energy, Mail Stop 5G–023, Forrestal Bldg, 1000 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20585; (202) 586–2207.
Thermal Insulating Materials for Building Elements Including Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Attics, and Roofs [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Insulation_minera l fiber: Blanket ASTM\1\ C665-88. insulation. Roof insulation ASTM C726-88. board. Loose-fill ASTM C764-88. insulation.Insulation_minera l cellular: Vermiculite ASTM C516-80 (1990). loose-fill insulation. Perlite loose- ASTM C549-81 (1986). fill insulation. Cellular glass ASTM C552-88. insulation block. Perlite ASTM C728-89a. insulation board.Insulation_organi c fiber: Cellulosic ASTM C208-72 (1982). fiber insulating board. Cellulose loose- ASTM C739-88. fill insulation.Insulation- organic cellular: Preformed block- ASTM C578-87a. type polystyrene insulation. Rigid preformed ASTM C591-85. polyurethane insulation board. Polyurethane or FS \2\ HH-I-1972/1 (1981). polyisocyanura te insulation board faced with aluminum foil on both sides. Polyurethane or FS HH-I-1972/2 (1981). And polyisocyanura Amendment 1, October 3, 1985. te insulation board faced with felt on both sides.Insulation_compos ite boards: Mineral fiber ASTM C726-88. and rigid cellular polyurethane composite roof insulation board. Perlite board ASTM C984-83. and rigid cellular polyurethane composite roof insulation. Gypsum board FS HH-I-1972/4 (1981). and polyurethane or polisocyanurat e composite board.Materials used as Commercially available. a patch to reduce infiltration through the building envelope------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.\2\ FS indicates Federal Specifications.
Thermal Insulating Materials for Pipes, Ducts, and Equipment Such as Boilers and Furnaces [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Insulation_minera l fiber: Preformed pipe ASTM \1\ C547-77. insulation. Blanket and ASTM C553-70 (1977). felt insulation (industrial type). Blanket ASTM C592-80. insulation and blanket type pipe insulation (metal-mesh covered) (industrial type). Block and board ASTM C612-83. insulation. Spray applied ASTM C720-89. fibrous insulation for elevated temperature. High- ASTM C892-89. temperature fiber blanket insulation. Duct work Selected and applied according to insulation. ASTM C971-82.Insulation_minera l cellular: Diatomaceous ASTM C517-71 (1979) earth block and pipe insulation. Calcium ASTM C533-85 (1990). silicate block and pipe insulation. Cellular glass ASTM C552-88. insulation. Expanded ASTM C610-85. perlite block and pipe insulation.Insulation_Organi c Cellular: Preformed ASTM C534-88. flexible elastomeric cellular insulation in sheet and tubular form. Unfaced ASTM C591-85. preformed rigid cellular polyurethane insulation.Insulation Commercially available. skirting------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.
Fire Safety Requirements for Insulating Materials According to Insulation Use [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Attic floor Insulation materials intended for exposed use in attic floors shall be capable of meeting the same smoldering combustion requirements given for cellulose insulation in ASTM \1\ C739-88.Enclosed space Insulation materials intended for use within enclosed stud or joist spaces shall be capable of meeting the smoldering combustion requirements in ASTM C739-88.Exposed interior Insulation materials, including walls and those with combustible facings, ceilings which remain exposed and serve as wall or ceiling interior finish, shall have a flame spread classification not to exceed 150 (per ASTM E84-89a).Exterior envelope Exterior envelope walls and roofs walls and roofs containing thermal insulations shall meet applicable local government building code requirements for the complete wall or roof assembly.Pipes, ducts, and Insulation materials intended for equipment use on pipes, ducts and equipment shall be capable of meeting a flame spread classification not to exceed 150 (per ASTM E84-89a).------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.
Storm Windows [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Storm windows: Aluminum ANSI/AAMA \1\1002.10-83. insulating storm windows. Aluminum frame ANSI/AAMA 1002.10-83. storm windows. Wood frame ANSI/NWWDA \2\ I.S. 2-87. storm windows. (Section 3) Rigid vinyl ASTM \3\ D4099-89. frame storm windows. Frameless Required minimum thickness plastic windows is 6 mil (.006 inches). glazing storm. Movable Commercially available. insulation systems for windows------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ANSI/AAMA indicates American National Standards Institute/American Architectural Manufacturers Association.\2\ ANSI/NWWDA indicates American National Standards Institute/National Wood Window & Door Association.\3\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.
Storm Doors [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Storm doors_Aluminum: Storm Doors.... ANSI/AAMA \1\ 1102.7-89. Sliding glass ANSI/AAMA 1002.10-83. storm doors.Wood storm doors ANSI/NWWDA \2\ I.S. 6-86.Rigid vinyl storm ASTM \3\ D3678-88. doorsVestibules: Materials to Commercially available. construct vestibules.Replacement windows: Aluminum frame ANSI/AAMA 101-88. windows. Steel frame Steel Window Institute windows. recommended specifications for steel windows, 1990. Wood frame ANSI/NWWDA I.S. 2-87. windows. Rigid vinyl ASTM D4099-89. frame windows.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ANSI/AAMA indicates American National Standards Institute/American Architectural Manufacturers Association.\2\ ANSI/NWWDA indicates American National Standards Institute/National Wood Window & Door Association.\3\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.
Replacement Doors [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Replacement doors_Hinged doors: Steel doors.... ANSI/SDI \1\ 100-1985.Wood doors: Flush doors.... ANSI/NWWDA \2\ I.S. 1-87. (exterior door provisions) Pine, fir, ANSI/NWWDA I.S. 6-86. hemlock and spruce doors.Sliding patio doors: Aluminum doors. ANSI/AAMA \3\ 101-88. Wood doors..... NWWDA I.S. 3-83.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ANSI/SDI indicates American National Standards Institute/Steel Door Institute.\2\ ANSI/NWWDA indicates American National Standards Institute/National Wood Window & Door Association.\3\ ANSI/AAMA indicates American National Standards Institute/American Architectural Manufacturers Association.
Caulks and sealants: [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Caulks and sealants: Putty.......... FS\1\ TT-P-00791B, October 16, 1969 and Amendment 2, March 23, 1971. Glazing ASTM\2\ C669-75 (1989). compounds for metal sash. Oil and resin ASTM C570-72 (1989). base caulks. Acrylic FS TT-S-00230C, February 2, 1970 (solvent and Amendment 2, October 9, types) 1970. sealants. Butyl rubber FS TT-S-001657, October 8, 1970. sealants. Chlorosulfonate FS TT-S-00230C, February 2, 1970 d polyethylene and Amendment 2, October 9, sealants. 1970. Latex sealing ASTM C834-76 (1986). compounds. Elastomeric ASTM C920-87. joint sealants (normally considered to include polysulfide, polyurethane, and silicone). Preformed ASTM C509-84. gaskets and sealing materials.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ FS indicates Federal Specifications.\2\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.
Weatherstripping [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Weatherstripping Commercially available.Vapor retarders Selected according to the provisions cited in ASTM \1\ C755-85 (1990). Permeance not greater than 1 perm when determined according to the desiccant method de- scribed in ASTM E96-90.Items to improve Commercially available. attic ventilationClock thermostats NEMA \2\ DC 3-1989.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials.\2\ NEMA indicates National Electrical Manufacturers Association.
Heat Exchangers [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Heat exchangers, ASME \1\ Boiler and Pressure water-to-water Vessel Code, 1992, Sections II, and steam-to- V, VIII, IX, and X, as water applicable to pressure vessels. Standards of Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association, Seventh Edition, 1988.Heat exchangers Conformance to AGA \3\ with gas-fired Requirements for Heat Reclaimer appliances \2\ Devices for Use with Gas-Fired Appliances No. 1-80, June 1, 1980. AGA Laboratories Certification Seal.Heat pump water Electrical components to be heating heat listed by UL .\4\ recovery systems------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ASME indicates American Society of Mechanical Engineers.\2\ The heat reclaimer is for installation in a section of the vent connector from appliances equipped with draft hoods or appliances equipped with powered burners or induced draft and not equipped with a draft hood.\3\ AGA indicates American Gas Association.\4\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.
Boiler/Furnace Control Systems [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Automatic set Listed by UL.\1\ Conformance to back thermostats NEMA \2\ DC 3-1989.Line voltage or NEMA DC 3-1989. low voltage room thermostatsAutomatic gas ANSI \3\ Z21.21-1987 and Z21.21a- ignition systems 1989. AGA \4\ Laboratories Certification Seal.Energy management Listed by UL. systemsHydronic boiler Listed by UL. controlsOther burner Listed by UL. controls------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.\2\ NEMA indicates National Electrical Manufacturers Association.\3\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute.\4\ AGA indicates American Gas Association.
Water Heater Modifications [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Insulate tank and (See insulation section of this distribution appendix). pipingInstall heat Applicable local plumbing code. traps on inlet and outlet piping Install/replace Listed by UL\1\. water heater heating elementsElectric, freeze- Listed by UL. prevention tape for pipesReduce thermostat State or local recommendations. settingsInstall stack ANS1 \2\ Z21.66-1988, including damper, gas- Exhibits A&B, and ANSI fueled Z223.1-1988.Install stack UL 17, November 28, 1988, and damper, oil- NFPA \3\ 31-1987. fueledInstall water Commercially available. flow modifiers------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.\2\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute.\3\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association.
Waste Heat Recovery Devices [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Desuperheater/ ARI \1\ 470-1987. water heatersCondensing heat Commercially available components exchangers and in new heating furnace systems to manufacturers' specifications.Condensing heat Commercially available exchangers (Commercial, multi-story building, with teflon-lined tubes institutional) to manufacturers' specifications.Energy recovery Energy Recovery Equipment and equipment Systems Air-to-Air (1978) Sheet Metal and Air-Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA).\2\------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ARI indicates Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute.\2\ SMACNA denotes Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association.
Boiler Repair and Modifications/Efficiency Improvements [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Install gas ANSI \1\ Z21.8-1984, (for gas or conversion oil-fired systems) ANSI Z21.17- burners 1984, ANSI Z21.17a-1990, and ANSI Z223.1-1988. AGA \2\ Laboratories Certification seal.Replace oil UL \3\ 296, February 28, 1989 burner Revision and NFPA \4\ 31-1987.Install burners ANSI Z223.1-1988 for gas (oil/gas) equipment and NFPA 31-1987 for oil equipment.Re-adjust boiler ASME \5\ CSD-1-1988, ASME CSD-1a- water 1989, ANSI Z223.1-1988, and NFPA temperature or 31-1987. install automatic boiler temperature reset controlReplace/modify ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel boilers Code, 1992, Sections II, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and X. Boilers must be Institute of Boilers and Radiation Manufacturers (IBR) equipment.Clean heat Per manufacturers' instructions. exchanger, adjust burner air shutter(s), check smoke no. on oil-fueled equipment. Check operation of pump(s) and replacement filtersRepair combustion Refractory linings may be chambers required for conversions.Replace heat Protection from flame contact exchangers, with conversion burners by tubes refractory shield. Install/replace Commercially available. One pipe thermostatic steam systems require air vents radiator valves on each radiator; see manufacturers' requirements.Install boiler Commercially available. NFPA 70, duty cycle National Electrical Code (NEC) control system 1993 and local electrical codes provisions for wiring.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute.\2\ AGA indicates American Gas Association.\3\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.\4\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association.\5\ ANSI/ASME indicates American National Standards Institute/American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Heating and Cooling System Repairs and Tune-ups/Efficiency Improvements [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Install duct FS \1\ HH-I-558C, January 7, 1992 insulation (see insulation sections of this appendix).Reduce input of Local utility company and burner; derate procedures if applicable for gas- gas-fueled fueled furnaces and ANSI \2\ equipment Z223.1-1988 (NFPA \3\ 54-1988) including Appendix H. Repair/replace NFPA 31-1987. oil-fired equipment Replace NFPA 31-1987. combustion chamber in oil- fired furnaces or boilersClean heat ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54-1988) exchanger and including Appendix H. adjust burner: adjust air shutter and check CO2 and stack temperature. Clean or replace air filter on forced air furnaceInstall vent Applicable sections of ANSI dampers for gas- Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54-1988) fueled heating including Appendices H, I, J, systems and K. ANSI Z21.66-1988 and Exhibits A & B for electrically operated dampers.Install vent Applicable sections of NFPA 31- dampers for oil- 1987 for installation and in fueled heating conformance with UL \4\ 17, systems November 28, 1988.Reduce excess combustion air: A: Reduce vent ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54-1988) connector size Part 9 and Appendices G & H. of gas-fueled appliances. B: Adjust NFPA 31-1987 and per barometric manufacturers' (furnace or draft boiler) instructions. regulator for oil fuels.Replace constant ANSI Z21.71-1981, Z21.71a-1985, burning pilot and Z21.71b-1989. with electric ignition device on gas-fueled furnaces or boilersReadjust fan Applicable sections and Appendix switch on forced H of ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54- air gas or oil- 1988) for gas furnaces and NFPA fueled furnaces 31-1987 for oil furnaces.Replace burners See power burners (oil/gas). Install/replace ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54-1988). duct furnaces (gas) Install/replace Listed by UL. heat pumpsReplace air Commercially available. diffusers, intakes, registers, and grilles Install/replace Commercially available. warm air heating metal ductsFilter alarm Commercially available. units------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ FS indicates Federal Specifications.\2\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute.\3\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association.\4\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.
Replacement Furnaces, Boilers, and Wood Stoves [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Chimneys, NFPA\1\ 211-1988. fireplaces, vents and solid fuel burning appliancesGas-fired ANS1\2\ Z21.47-1987, Z21.47a- furnaces 1988, and Z21.47b-1989. ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54-1988).Oil-fired UL\3\ 727, August 27, 1991 furnaces Revision and NFPA 31-1987.Liquified NFPA 58-1989. petroleum gas storageVentilation fans: Including UL 507, August 23, 1990 Revision. electric attic, ceiling, and whole house fans.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association.\2\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute.\3\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.
Air Conditioners and Cooling Equipment [Standards for conformance] ----------------------------------------------------Air conditioners: Central air ARI\1\ 210/240-1989. conditioners. Room size units ANSI/AHAM \2\ RAC-1-1982.Other cooling equipment: Including UL \3\ 1995, November 30, evaporative 1990.\4\ coolers, heat pumps and other equipment.------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ ARI indicates Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute.\2\ AHAM/ANSI indicates American Home Appliance Manufacturers/American National Standards Institute.\3\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories.\4\ This standard is a general standard covering many different types of heating and cooling equipment.
Screens, Window Films, and Reflective Materials [Standards for conformance] ------------------------------------------------------------------------Insect screens............................ Commercially available.Window films.............................. Commercially available.Shade screens: Fiberglass shade screens................ Commercially available. Polyester shade screens................. Commercially available.Rigid awnings: Wood rigid awnings...................... Commercially available. Metal rigid awnings..................... Commercially available.Louver systems: Wood louver systems..................... Commercially available. Metal louver systems.................... Commercially available.Industrial-grade white paint used as a Commercially available. heat-reflective measure on awnings, window louvers, doors, and exterior duct work (exposed).------------------------------------------------------------------------
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[58 FR 12529, Mar. 4, 1993, as amended at 69 FR 18803, Apr. 9, 2004]
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