scope:

This standard applies to Thermal Storage Equipment used for cooling which may be charged and discharged with any of a variety of heat transfer fluids. The equipment, as further described in Sections 3 and 4, may be fully factory assembled; assembled on site from factory supplied components; or field erected in accordance with pre-established design criteria.

Exclusions.

This standard does not apply to:

Thermal Storage Equipment with storage capacities of 7 ton-hours or less

Thermal Storage Equipment used solely for heating

Purpose.

The purpose of this standard is to establish for Thermal Storage Equipment used for cooling: definitions; classifications; test requirements; rating requirements; minimum data requirements for Published Ratings; operating requirements; marking and nameplate data; and conformance conditions.

Intent.

This standard is intended for the guidance of the industry, including manufacturers, engineers, installers, contractors, and users.

Review and Amendment.

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