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According to the procedure for preparing the building or dwelling unit for testing, what should be done with the exterior doors and windows?

  • They should be closed and latched (correct)
  • They should be removed
  • They should be opened
  • They should be left partially open

    • What should be done with the exterior garage doors and windows if the Blower Door is installed between the Conditioned Space Volume and the garage?

  • They should be opened (correct)
  • They should be closed and latched
  • They should be left partially open
  • They should be removed

    • What should be done with the access doors and hatches between the Conditioned Space Volume and the crawlspace if the crawlspace is not vented to the exterior?

  • They should be closed
  • They should be removed
  • They should be left partially open
  • They should be opened (correct)

    • Which test method can be used to measure the leakage of the enclosure?

    <p>Both One-Point and Multi-Point Airtightness Tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pressure difference across the enclosure recorded as in the One-Point Airtightness Test?

    <p>Pre-Test Baseline Dwelling Unit Pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What value of induced enclosure pressure difference is required for the test to be valid in the One-Point Airtightness Test?

    <p>15 Pa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should be done with the Air-Moving Fan?

    <p>It should be turned off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, how should the airflow at each pressure station be corrected?

    <p>It should be corrected for altitude and temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what equation is used to calculate C and n?

    <p>Q = C(dP)n</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of opening is permitted for the installation of the Blower Door when a doorway leading to an enclosed space is not available?

    <p>Exterior door</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the door between the subject Dwelling Unit and its mechanical closet be open during the test?

    <p>Open if the mechanical closet is Conditioned Space Volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be recorded with an accuracy of 500 feet (150 m) during the test?

    <p>Altitude of the building site above sea level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should be done with non-dampered ventilation openings of continuously operating Dwelling Unit ventilation systems that connect the Conditioned Space Volume to the exterior or to Unconditioned Space Volume?

    <p>They should be sealed at the exterior of the enclosure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with whole-house fan louvers and shutters according to the text?

    <p>They should be closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should be done with operable window trickle-vents and through-the-wall vents?

    <p>They should be closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with plumbing drains with p-traps according to the text?

    <p>They should be sealed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about attics?

    <p>Attics are excluded from Infiltration Volume and Conditioned Space Volume when access doors and hatches are closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with doors between the basement and Conditioned Space Volume?

    <p>Doors between the basement and Conditioned Space Volume should be opened if the floor above the basement is air sealed and insulated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with interior doors between rooms inside the Conditioned Space Volume?

    <p>Interior doors between rooms inside the Conditioned Space Volume should be opened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with chimney dampers and combustion-air inlets on solid fuel appliances?

    <p>Chimney dampers and combustion-air inlets on solid fuel appliances should be closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is used to measure pressure difference in the duct system with an accuracy of ± 1% of reading or 0.25 Pa (0.0010 in. H2O), whichever is greater?

    <p>Manometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum error allowed for a device used to measure volumetric airflow in the duct system?

    <p>5% of the measured flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device combines an Air-Moving Fan and a Flow Meter for testing the airtightness of duct systems?

    <p>Duct Leakage Tester</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the procedure for preparing the building or dwelling unit for testing, what should be done with the exterior doors and windows?

    <p>They should be closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test method can be used to measure the leakage of the enclosure?

    <p>Blower Door test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with plumbing drains with p-traps according to the text?

    <p>They should be opened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what pressure difference should be created by the Duct Leakage Tester in the Total Duct Leakage Test?

    <p>25 ± 3 Pa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with vents, access panels, doors, or windows between Unconditioned Space Volume and the outside, if ducts run through that space?

    <p>They should be opened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the second static pressure probe be located in the duct system during the measurement of airtightness?

    <p>In the return plenum or in the closest return grill to the air handler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the procedure for measuring airtightness of duct systems, what is the defined value for the induced enclosure pressure difference?

    <p>25 Pa (0.10 in. H2O)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the procedure for measuring airtightness of duct systems, what is the defined value for the induced duct system pressure difference?

    <p>0.0 Pa (0.0 in. H2O)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the procedure for measuring airtightness of duct systems, what should be recorded if a 25 Pa (0.10 in. H2O) induced enclosure pressure difference is not achieved?

    <p>The average value of the highest induced enclosure pressure difference, the induced duct system pressure difference, and the airflow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of thermostat is ideal for those who are rarely away from home?

    <p>Non-programmable thermostat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main disadvantage of a non-programmable thermostat?

    <p>It cannot be pre-programmed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information should be collected during the mechanical equipment inspection?

    <p>Serial numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the contact email for questions about ENERGY STAR Homes?

    <p><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find past ENERGY STAR Homes Technical Bulletins?

    <p><a href="https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm">https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find videos demonstrating how to measure ventilation airflow?

    <p><a href="https://energystar.gov/newhomeshvacvideos">https://energystar.gov/newhomeshvacvideos</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ventilation system is most appropriate for colder climates?

    <p>Exhaust ventilation system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of supply ventilation systems?

    <p>To introduce fresh air into the building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ventilation system allows for better control of the air that enters the house?

    <p>Supply ventilation system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of energy recovery ventilation systems?

    <p>They reduce heating and cooling costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of a programmable thermostat?

    <p>It can adjust the temperature during the day or nighttime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of a Wi-Fi thermostat?

    <p>It allows for remote temperature adjustment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of a smart thermostat?

    <p>It can learn your living habits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a balanced ventilation system?

    <p>It introduces and exhausts equal quantities of fresh outside air and polluted inside air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization provides the AHRI Certification Directory?

    <p>ahridirectory.org</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What appliances are listed in the Product Finder?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find the MAEDBS Quick Search?

    <p>ca.gov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of light bulb is the most energy efficient and versatile?

    <p>Light Emitting Diode Bulbs (LEDs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of light bulb is the least energy efficient?

    <p>Incandescent bulbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of light bulb contains mercury?

    <p>Compact Fluorescent Bulbs (CFLs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ceiling fan is certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and meets their energy-efficiency criteria?

    <p>ENERGY STAR ceiling fans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average lifespan of halogen bulbs?

    <p>1 to 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ceiling fans are up to 60% more efficient than conventional fans?

    <p>ENERGY STAR ceiling fans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for solar energy system ratings and certifications?

    <p>Solar Rating &amp; Certification Corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are examples of renewable energy systems?

    <p>Solar energy systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of renewable energy systems?

    <p>Systems that rely on naturally occurring, on-site resources that are not depleted as a result of their use</p> Signup and view all the answers

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