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This steel-framed wall is insulated with rigid insulation on the exterior side of the sheathing

This steel-framed wall is insulated with rigid insulation on the exterior side of the sheathing
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This supply outlet is covered and sealed prior to a duct leakage test at final.

This supply outlet is covered and sealed prior to a duct leakage test at final.
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This take-off collar for a round metal duct is secured to the HVAC plenum using #7 x ½-inch self-piercing/self-drilling sheet metal screws.

This take-off collar for a round metal duct is secured to the HVAC plenum using #7 x ½-inch self-piercing/self-drilling sheet metal screws.
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This traditional centrally ducted heat pump heats and cools the entire home through a network of ducts.

This traditional centrally ducted heat pump heats and cools the entire home through a network of ducts.
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This typical central ductwork system for a multifamily building includes all ductwork sections, such as vertical risers, main trunks, horizontal run outs, branches, and take-offs

This typical central ductwork system for a multifamily building includes all ductwork sections, such as vertical risers, main trunks, horizontal run outs, branches, and take-offs
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This typical dropped ceiling hallway chase shows a complicated air sealing scheme where chase ceiling drywall meets sidewall top plates

This typical dropped ceiling hallway chase shows a complicated air sealing scheme where chase ceiling drywall meets sidewall top plates
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This utility room houses a high-efficiency gas boiler to provide hot water for the radiant floor heating system and faucets. It also has a central air source heat pump and an energy recovery ventilator.

This utility room houses a high-efficiency gas boiler to provide hot water for the radiant floor heating system and faucets. It also has a central air source heat pump and an energy recovery ventilator.
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To attach the flex duct to a main trunk duct or any other connection, the flex duct is pulled over the connecting collar at least 2 inches past the raised bead, then the insulation is pulled back

To attach the flex duct to a main trunk duct or any other connection, the flex duct is pulled over the connecting collar at least 2 inches past the raised bead, then the insulation is pulled back
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To keep chase width to a minimum, use flat sheet metal as opposed to a collar and flex duct for supplies into rooms where the chase is located

To keep chase width to a minimum, use flat sheet metal as opposed to a collar and flex duct for supplies into rooms where the chase is located
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To measure air flow, a hole was made in this flex duct; a more accurate measurement could be taken if the duct material were rigid metal, not flex duct

To measure air flow, a hole was made in this flex duct; a more accurate measurement could be taken if the duct material were rigid metal, not flex duct
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To perform a duct leakage to outside test, the home must be pressurized using a blower door while the duct test is carried out at the same pressure.

To perform a duct leakage to outside test, the home must be pressurized using a blower door while the duct test is carried out at the same pressure.
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To prepare for a total duct test at final, cover all of the supply outlets and return inlets

To prepare for a total duct test at final, cover all of the supply outlets and return inlets
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To prepare for a total duct test at rough-in, cover all of the supply outlets and return inlets

To prepare for a total duct test at rough-in, cover all of the supply outlets and return inlets
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To reduce the risk of condensation on the interior of the roof sheathing in cold weather, the ratio of exterior (above-deck) insulation must be increased as a percent of total attic insulation as outside temperature decreases

To reduce the risk of condensation on the interior of the roof sheathing in cold weather, the ratio of exterior (above-deck) insulation must be increased as a percent of total attic insulation as outside temperature decreases
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Total Duct Leakage Tests

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Total Rater-measured duct leakage ≤ 8 CFM25 per 100 sq. ft. of conditioned area

Total Rater-measured duct leakage ≤ 8 CFM25 per 100 sq. ft. of conditioned area
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Transfer grill sealed with mastic

Transfer grill sealed with mastic
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Transfer grille not sealed

Transfer grille not sealed
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Transfer Grilles (1)

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Transfer grills and jump ducts provide pathways for air to reach the centrally located HVAC return grille, even when bedroom doors are shut.

Transfer grills and jump ducts provide pathways for air to reach the centrally located HVAC return grille, even when bedroom doors are shut.
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Trunk to duct connections are only mechanically fastened and not sealed

Trunk to duct connections are only mechanically fastened and not sealed
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Trunk to duct connections are properly insulated and have been sealed with mastic

Trunk to duct connections are properly insulated and have been sealed with mastic
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Tuck any extra vapor barrier around and under the insulation and pull it tight to the connecting duct or boot to create a firmer surface to apply tape.

Tuck any extra vapor barrier around and under the insulation and pull it tight to the connecting duct or boot to create a firmer surface to apply tape.
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Twisting and compressing flex duct will block air flow

Twisting and compressing flex duct will block air flow