DOE Proposes Simpler Tests for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces
Published Date: 5/16/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Department of Energy wants to simplify how commercial warm air furnaces are tested by getting rid of a complicated test called Appendix B. This change affects manufacturers and testers, who will now only use the easier Appendix A method. The DOE is asking for public feedback before making it official, aiming to save time and hassle without extra costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Appendix B Rescinded; Appendix A Only
If you make or test commercial warm air furnaces, the Department of Energy is proposing to remove Appendix B from the test procedures and require use of Appendix A only. DOE says Appendix B is unduly burdensome to conduct and that the change is meant to save time and hassle without adding extra costs. This proposal is open for public comment while DOE considers making it final.
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