scope:

This guideline applies only to heating systems with oil- and gas-fired heat generators with fan burners and their exhaust systems which have to fulfil certain acoustic requirements. It also applies analogously to exhaust systems located outside buildings.

Note 1: Air-conditioning systems are not dealt with in this guideline; for these systems see VDI 2081.

Note 2: Attic central heating systems are not dealt with in this guideline due to their complex acoustic problems with structure-borne sound. It is advisable to contact a specialist in such cases.

The purpose of this guideline is to provide guidance for

• constructiona noise control,
• the requirements regarding noise emission,
• the installation of the heat generator in the heat generator room,
• the exhaust gas pipe,
• the expected sound emission at the chimney outlet and
• highlighting measures for noise reduction to be recommended in the planning and realisation of heating systems.