28 Engi neer ed Syst ems August 2011

BY AMANDA MCKEW
Date: August 2011
Building: Hospital
Floor: Roof
Year installed: 2000
Inspected by: AEM
Serial number: 111010293
Equipment Type: Constant volume AHU
Manufacturer: X-Y-Z
Model: DT-111
Size: 15,400 cfm
Hp: 40
Volts: 460/3/60
EXISTING CONDITIONS AND DEFICIENCIES
STANDARDS AND CODE ISSUES
ENERGY CONSERVATION
NOTES
AHU ASSESSMENT: CAHU-1
TheFacilityFiles
Y N NA Y N NA

Does unit meet current codes?

Does unit/system meet current energy code?

Is emergency power a requirement?
Y N NA Y N NA

End of USL, replace with higher efficient unit/fill?

Consider occupied/unoccupied modes?

Can unit/system be retrofitted to meet latest energy code?
1. Can unit be readily removed/replaced/renovated? 4. Are unit controls interactive with building ATC/computer?
2. Does unit operate 24/7 year-round, occupied/unoccupied, or seasonally? 5. Are there energy meters for gpm, electrical, and/or airflow consumption?
McKew is a senior project engineer
with InterPro Solutions. Reach her
at amckew@interprosoft.com.
CARBON FOOTPRINT
Carbon Neutral

Y N NA Y N NA
HVAC HVAC (continued)

Are the unit enclosure and ductwork in good condition?

Is there access around equipment?

Are there signs of air leaks in ductwork/insulation?

Overall, is the unit clean, and without vibration or noise?

Are there pre-filters, final filters, and after-filters in place?

All ATC devices appear in good condition?

Are the filters clean and are there magnehelic gages at filter bank(s)?

Are there sufficient working pressure gauges? ELECTRICAL

Are there sufficient temperature sensors?

Is it a high-efficiency motor?

Are temperature sensors reading accurately?

Is there a localized disconnect?

Are there signs of water leaks in piping/insulation?

Does the unit have VSD fans?

Are valves around unit in good condition?

Are there high-efficiency motors on the fans? PLUMBING

Is there energy recovery in place?

Are there localized drains to serve the unit?

Are there VFDs installed on the unit fans?

Are there valve tags and a valve chart? MAINTENANCE

Are drain lines piped directly to drains?

System flow diagram mounted by unit?

Is duct and piping insulation in good condition?

O&M manual secured at unit or on file?

Is there vibration isolation on the unit?

Workorder last completed?

Is there freeze protection in place?

Is there a service contract for the pump?

Are all of the dampers functioning?

Predictive maintenance (vibration analysis, etc.) last completed?
END OF EQUIPMENT USEFUL SERVICE LIFE (USL)
USL (YRS) USL (YRS)
12 Motor is x years old 20 USL benchmark is _
12 Controls are x years old 16 USL benchmark is _
12 Condenser fans are x years old 20 USL benchmark is _
12 Unit is x years old 20 USL benchmark is _