scope:

This standard applies to the indoor portions of factory-made non-ducted air-conditioning equipment as defined in ARI Standards 210/240, 340/360, 310/380 and 440.

Purpose. The purpose of this standard is to establish a method to determine the Sound Rating of indoor portions of non-ducted air-conditioning equipment. The Sound Rating is comprised of a set of Sound Power Levels that include Octave Band Sound Power Levels; an A-Weighted Sound Power Level; and a Tone-Adjusted A- Weighted Sound Power Level.

Established are definitions; test requirements; rating requirements; minimum data requirements for Published Ratings; 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 technology advances.