Air Exchange Rate Flashcards
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Heating Systems
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The appliance (furance and boiler), its distribution (ducts and pipes), any associated controls (thermostat)
2
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Classification of heating systems
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type, fuel, vent
3
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Types of Heating Systems
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Forced Air and Boiler
4
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Boiler
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Boiler heats water to produce steam or hot water for heating. Steam is distributed through pipes to steam radiators; hot water can be distributed through baseboard radiators or radiant floor systems, or can heat air via a coil.
5
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Forced Air System
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Furance heats air distributes through ducts using either fan or forced convection
6
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Hear Pumps
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alternative to furna and boilers. Use electricity to provide heating and cooling for a house. Heat pumps work by moving heat rather than generating it. More energy efficient
