Full Description

1 Scope

1.1 These requirements cover unit coolers intended for use in refrigerators, freezers, refrigerated warehouses, walk-in coolers, and the like. They are designed for connection to alternating current (ac) circuits rated not more than 600 volts.

1.2 These requirements do not apply to fan-coil units intended for comfort cooling, heating, or both, or to other air-conditioning equipment or components covered by individual requirements.

1.3 Requirements for installation of unit coolers are included in the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, and the Safety Code for Mechanical Refrigeration, ASHRAE 15.

1.4 A product that contains features, characteristics, components, materials, or systems new or different from those in use when the standard was developed, and that involves a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, shall be evaluated using the appropriate additional component and end-product requirements as determined necessary to maintain the level of safety for the user of the product as originally anticipated by the intent of this standard.