F1915 (2012 04) Page 1 of 6BARD MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.QW2S-QW5S Water-to-Air H/PEngineering Specification Guide1.0 GENERALFurnish and install a self-contained, vertical, floor standing, heat pump tobe manufactured by Bard Manufacturing Company, Inc. The unit shall beapproved and Listed by Intertek ETL Listed (ETL US/C). Unit shall befactory assembled, pre-charged, pre-wired, tested and ready to operate.Unit performance shall be AHRI Certified in accordance with ISO Standard13256-1:1998 “Water to Air and Brine to Air Heat Pumps”, which includeswatt allowance for water pumping. Unit shall include 5 year parts warrantycovering compressor, parts, and heat exchange coils, subject to terms andconditions of Bard Limited Warranty Agreement.Unit efficiency shall be specified in terms of EER and COP.Manufacturers: Capacities shall be as indicated on drawings and unitsshall be manufactured by Bard Manufacturing Company, Inc. or priorapproved equal.2.0 CONSTRUCTION FEATURES2.1 CABINETConstructed of 20 gauge pre-painted or vinyl laminated galvanizedsteel. Choices available are either two-tone (vinyl) finish with “slate”front panels and “platinum” cabinet for designer appearance, (gray)or (beige) painted steel (select one). Vinyl finish is very resistant toscratching and marring and is easy to clean. Tamper resistantfasteners are provided for access panels. Unit includes built-inrollers for each installation into wall sleeve and removal for service,if necessary. Front panel is hinged and lockable for filter service andaccess to primary functional electrical controls.2.2 INSULATIONCabinet is fully insulated with foil covered, high-density fiberglassinsulation with sealed edge treatment and special sound deadeninginsulation material in the compressor section. All insulation isdesigned to resist mold and mildew growth and facilitate ease ofcleaning.