59Codes & StandardsSome Key ConsiderationsCategory Key Codes/Standards Situation for VRVSafety andElectricalUL 1995Nat’l Electric CodeNFPA 90A, 90BASHRAE Std 15Canada: B52Daikin systems are UL 1995 certified.Install per NEC guidelines.Daikin systems comply via UL 1995. Std isapplicable for APPLICATION, Not equipment.RcL not to exceed 26lbs/1000cuft(13lbs in restricted/institutional occupancies).Efficiency&PerformanceAHRI Std 1230ASHRAE Std 90.1ASHRAE Std 62Daikin VRV is tested and rated to AHRI Std 1230.Daikin VRV performance ratings exceedASHRAE Std 90.1 2010.Daikin VRV systems can be configured tosatisfy ASHRAE Std 62 (Ventilation, IAQ)requirements.Federal TradeCommissionBuy AmericanAct TradeAgreements ActU.S. DOE has issued waiver for Ductlessand VRV products.All projects need to be confirmed throughthe Daikin legal dept. who can formallyissue waiver notice and explanation forcompliance purposesInstallation &ApplicationInt’l Building CodeInt’l EnergyConservationCodeInt’l MechanicalCodeWind Loads – Use tie down drawingsSeismic – Use OSHPD certificationEconomizer – Use optional accessoryInsulation – Use ¾” thick ArmaflexCondensate – Units with Pump & Float Switchare OK. Ductless units no need for secondarypan if level sensor used.Ventilation – similar to ASHRAE Std 62.Refrigeration – fittings used must beUL 1995 which Daikin’s are.Local Code Code AdoptionVariesLocal Code can introduce additionalconsiderations on top of the nationalcodes so always confirm requirements.SPECIFICATIONS& ACCESSORIESSYSTEM OVERVIEW SYSTEM SELECTION DESIGN OPTIMIZATION CONTROLS ANDSTANDARDS