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Commercial rooftop units
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For rooftop equipment, document the unit inventory, capacity, condition, controls, economizer, ventilation, filters, belts and drives where applicable, coils, drainage, electrical condition, heating section, curb and roof interface, access, and service clearances. A replacement scope should also address load, airflow, outside air, controls integration, structural and rigging needs, permits, downtime, startup, and commissioning.
Questions this topic covers
These are examples of natural wording that map to this maintained topic. They are not separate pages or duplicate answers.
- What should be checked on a rooftop unit?
- How often should commercial RTUs be maintained?
- What belongs in an RTU replacement scope?
- Why is a rooftop unit short cycling?
- How do I compare rooftop HVAC proposals?
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