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Mechanical Room
A mechanical room or a boiler room is a space in a building dedicated to the mechanical equipment and its associated electrical equipment. Total Mechanical & electrical space requirements range between 4 & 9 % of gross building area.
Ventilation
Ventilation is intentional introduction of air from the outdoors in to the building. Types: Natural ventilation Mechanical ventilation
for refrigeration machinery room in case of refrigerant leaks. Ensure Mechanical room temperatures are at workable levels.
like, pump motors, compressor motors, radiated heat from heating equipment etc.
standards
All mechanical rooms must be mechanically
ventilated to maintain room space conditions as indicated in ASHRAE 62, (Ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality) ASHRAE 15.(safety standard for refrigeration systems)
Manufacturer Recommendations
Most boiler and burner manufacturers have
procedures for sizing combustion air supplies included in their installation instructions. These instructions can be followed, however, caution is required as local codes may supersede the manufacturer's instructions
air source or contaminant source to prevent cross contamination. Opening shall be min. 6 above ground level. Close to Mech room
entirelyAbove grade
safety shutoff valve, accumulated fuel may re-ignite when oxygen seeps in through cracks and crevices. A furnace explosion may occur with disastrous effects on personnel and property.
interlocked to the mechanical forced air system so as to prevent the operation of the appliances when the ventilation system is not in operation.
Control system
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