[Code of Federal Regulations] [Title 10, Volume 3] [Revised as of January 1, 2005] From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access [CITE: 10CFR440.30] [Page 461-467] TITLE 10--ENERGY CHAPTER II--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY PART 440_WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS--Table of Contents Sec. 440.30 Administrative review. (a) An applicant shall have 20 days from the date of receipt of a decision under Sec. 440.12 or Sec. 440.13 to file a notice requesting administrative review. If an applicant does not timely file such a notice, the decision under Sec. 440.12 or Sec. 440.13 shall become final for DOE. (b) A notice requesting administrative review shall be filed with the Support Office Director and shall be accompanied by a written statement containing supporting arguments and requesting, if desired, the opportunity for a public hearing. (c) A notice or any other document shall be deemed filed under this section upon receipt. (d) On or before 15 days from receipt of a notice requesting administrative review which is timely filed, the Support Office Director shall forward to the Deputy Assistant Secretary, the notice requesting administrative review, the decision under Sec. 440.12 or Sec. 440.13 as to which administrative review is sought, a draft recommended final decision for the concurrence of the Deputy Assistant Secretary, and any other relevant material. (e) If the applicant requests a public hearing, the Deputy Assistant Secretary, within 15 days, shall give actual notice to the State and Federal Register notice of the date, place, time, and procedures which shall apply to the public hearing. Any public hearing under this section shall be informal and legislative in nature. (f) On or before 45 days from receipt of documents under paragraph (d) of this section or the conclusion of the public hearing, whichever is later, the Deputy Assistant Secretary shall concur in, concur in as modified, or issue a substitute for the recommended decision of the Support Office Director. (g) On or before 15 days from the date of receipt of the determination under paragraph (f) of this section, the Governor may file an application, with a supporting statement of reasons, for discretionary review by the Assistant Secretary. On or before 15 days from filing, the Assistant Secretary shall send a notice to the Governor stating whether the Deputy Assistant Secretary's determination will be reviewed. If the Assistant Secretary grants review, a decision shall be issued no later than 60 days from the date review is granted. The Assistant Secretary may not issue a notice or decision under this paragraph without the concurrence of the DOE Office of General Counsel. (h) A decision under paragraph (f) of this section shall be final for DOE if there is no review under paragraph (g) of this section. If there is review under paragraph (g) of this section, the decision thereunder shall be final for DOE, and no appeal shall lie elsewhere in DOE. (i) Prior to the effective date of the termination of eligibility for further participation in the program because of failure to comply substantially with the requirements of the Act or of this part, a grantee shall have the right to written notice of the basis for the enforcement action and the opportunity for a public hearing notwithstanding any provisions to contrary of 10 CFR 600.26, 600.28(b), 600.29, 600.121(c), and 600.443. A notice under this paragraph shall be mailed by the Support Office Director by registered mail, return-receipt requested, to the State, local grantee, and other interested parties. To obtain a public hearing, the grantee must request an evidentiary hearing, with prior Federal Register notice, in the election letter submitted under Rule 2 of 10 CFR 1024.4 and the request shall be granted notwithstanding any provisions of Rule 2 to the contrary. [55 FR 41326, Oct. 10, 1990, as amended at 58 FR 12529, Mar. 4, 1993] [[Page 462]] Appendix A to Part 440--Standards for Weatherization Materials The following Government standards are produced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and are published in title 16, Code of Federal Regulations: Thermal Insulating Materials for Building Elements Including Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Attics, and Roofs Insulation--organic fiber-- conformance to Interim Safety Standard in 16 CFR part 1209; Fire Safety Requirements for Thermal Insulating Materials According to Insulation Use--Attic Floor--insulation materials intended for exposed use in attic floors shall be capable of meeting the same flammability requirements given for cellulose insulation in 16 CFR part 1209; Enclosed spaces--insulation materials intended for use within enclosed stud or joist spaces shall be capable of meeting the smoldering combustion requirements in 16 CFR part 1209. The following standards which are not otherwise set forth in part 440 are incorporated by reference and made a part of part 440. The following standards have been approved for incorporation by reference by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. These materials are incorporated as they exist on April 5, 1993 and a notice of any change in these materials will be published in the Federal Register. The standards incorporated by reference are available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http:// www.archives.gov/federal--register/code--of--federal--regulations/ibr-- locations.html. The standards incorporated by reference in part 440 can be obtained from the following sources: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute, 1501 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 524-8800. American Gas Association, 1515 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 841-8400. American National Standards Institute, Inc., 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018; (212) 642-4900. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, United Engineering Center, 345 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017; (212) 705-7800. American Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103; (215) 299-5400. American Architectural Manufacturers Association, 1540 East Dundee Road, Palatine, IL 60067; (708) 202-1350. Federal Specifications, General Services Administration, Specifications Section, Room 6654, 7th and D Streets, SW, Washington, DC 20407; (202) 708-5082. Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association, 1901 Moore St., Arlington, VA 22209; (703) 525-9565. National Electrical Manufacturers Association, 2101 L Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20037; (202) 457-8400. National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269; (617) 770-3000. National Standards Association, 1200 Quince Orchard Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878; (301) 590-2300. (NSA is a local contact for materials from ASTM). National Wood Window and Door Association, 1400 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018; (708) 299-5200. Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association, P.O. Box 221230, Chantilly, VA 22022-1230; (703) 803-2980. Steel Door Institute, 712 Lakewood Center North, 14600 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44107; (216) 899-0100. Steel Window Institute, 1230 Keith Building, Cleveland, OH 44115; (216) 241-7333. Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association, 25 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591; (914) 332-0040. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., P.O. Box 75530, Chicago, IL 60675-5330; (708) 272-8800. More information regarding the standards in this reference can be obtained from the following sources: Environmental Protection Agency, 401 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006; (202) 554-1080. National Institute of Standards and Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, (301) 975-2000 Weatherization Assistance Programs Division, Conservation and Renewable Energy, Mail Stop 5G-023, Forrestal Bldg, 1000 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20585; (202) 586-2207. Thermal Insulating Materials for Building Elements Including Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Attics, and Roofs [Standards for conformance] Insulation--mineral fiber: Blanket insulation...................... ASTM\1\ C665-88. Roof insulation board................... ASTM C726-88. Loose-fill insulation................... ASTM C764-88. Insulation--mineral cellular: Vermiculite loose-fill insulation....... ASTM C516-80 (1990). Perlite loose-fill insulation........... ASTM C549-81 (1986). Cellular glass insulation block......... ASTM C552-88. Perlite insulation board................ ASTM C728-89a. Insulation--organic fiber: Cellulosic fiber insulating board....... ASTM C208-72 (1982). Cellulose loose-fill insulation......... ASTM C739-88. [[Page 463]] Insulation-organic cellular: Preformed block-type polystyrene ASTM C578-87a. insulation. Rigid preformed polyurethane insulation ASTM C591-85. board. Polyurethane or polyisocyanurate FS \2\ HH-I-1972/1 (1981). insulation board faced with aluminum foil on both sides. Polyurethane or polyisocyanurate FS HH-I-1972/2 (1981). And insulation board faced with felt on Amendment 1, October 3, both sides. 1985. Insulation--composite boards: Mineral fiber and rigid cellular ASTM C726-88. polyurethane composite roof insulation board. Perlite board and rigid cellular ASTM C984-83. polyurethane composite roof insulation. Gypsum board and polyurethane or FS HH-I-1972/4 (1981). polisocyanurate composite board. Materials used as a patch to reduce Commercially available. infiltration through the building envelope. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. \2\ FS indicates Federal Specifications. Thermal Insulating Materials for Pipes, Ducts, and Equipment Such as Boilers and Furnaces [Standards for conformance] Insulation--mineral fiber: Preformed pipe insulation............... ASTM \1\ C547-77. Blanket and felt insulation (industrial ASTM C553-70 (1977). type). Blanket insulation and blanket type pipe ASTM C592-80. insulation (metal-mesh covered) (industrial type). Block and board insulation.............. ASTM C612-83. Spray applied fibrous insulation for ASTM C720-89. elevated temperature. High-temperature fiber blanket ASTM C892-89. insulation. Duct work insulation.................... Selected and applied according to ASTM C971-82. Insulation--mineral cellular: Diatomaceous earth block and pipe ASTM C517-71 (1979) insulation. Calcium silicate block and pipe ASTM C533-85 (1990). insulation. Cellular glass insulation............... ASTM C552-88. Expanded perlite block and pipe ASTM C610-85. insulation. Insulation--Organic Cellular: Preformed flexible elastomeric cellular ASTM C534-88. insulation in sheet and tubular form. Unfaced preformed rigid cellular ASTM C591-85. polyurethane insulation. Insulation skirting....................... Commercially available. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. Fire Safety Requirements for Insulating Materials According to Insulation Use [Standards for conformance] Attic floor............................... Insulation materials intended for exposed use in attic floors shall be capable of meeting the same smoldering combustion requirements given for cellulose insulation in ASTM \1\ C739-88. Enclosed space............................ Insulation materials intended for use within enclosed stud or joist spaces shall be capable of meeting the smoldering combustion requirements in ASTM C739-88. Exposed interior walls and ceilings....... Insulation materials, including those with combustible facings, which remain exposed and serve as wall or ceiling interior finish, shall have a flame spread classification not to exceed 150 (per ASTM E84- 89a). Exterior envelope walls and roofs......... Exterior envelope walls and roofs containing thermal insulations shall meet applicable local government building code requirements for the complete wall or roof assembly. Pipes, ducts, and equipment............... Insulation materials intended for use on pipes, ducts and equipment shall be capable of meeting a flame spread classification not to exceed 150 (per ASTM E84-89a). ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. Storm Windows [Standards for conformance] Storm windows: Aluminum insulating storm windows....... ANSI/AAMA 11002.10-83. Aluminum frame storm windows............ ANSI/AAMA 1002.10-83. [[Page 464]] Wood frame storm windows................ ANSI/NWWDA 2 I.S. 2-87. (Section 3) Rigid vinyl frame storm windows......... ASTM 3 D4099-89. Frameless plastic glazing storm......... Required minimum thickness windows is 6 mil (.006 inches). Movable insulation systems for windows.... Commercially available. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 ANSI/AAMA indicates American National Standards Institute/American Architectural Manufacturers Association. 2 ANSI/NWWDA indicates American National Standards Institute/National Wood Window & Door Association. 3 ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. Storm Doors [Standards for conformance] Storm doors--Aluminum: Storm Doors............................. ANSI/AAMA 1 1102.7-89. Sliding glass storm doors............... ANSI/AAMA 1002.10-83. Wood storm doors.......................... ANSI/NWWDA 2 I.S. 6-86. Rigid vinyl storm doors................... ASTM 3 D3678-88. Vestibules: Materials to construct vestibules....... Commercially available. Replacement windows: Aluminum frame windows.................. ANSI/AAMA 101-88. Steel frame windows..................... Steel Window Institute recommended specifications for steel windows, 1990. Wood frame windows...................... ANSI/NWWDA I.S. 2-87. Rigid vinyl frame windows............... ASTM D4099-89. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 ANSI/AAMA indicates American National Standards Institute/American Architectural Manufacturers Association. 2 ANSI/NWWDA indicates American National Standards Institute/National Wood Window & Door Association. 3 ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. Replacement Doors [Standards for conformance] Replacement doors--Hinged doors: Steel doors............................. ANSI/SDI 1 100-1985. Wood doors: Flush doors............................. ANSI/NWWDA 2 I.S. 1-87. (exterior door provisions) Pine, fir, hemlock and spruce doors..... ANSI/NWWDA I.S. 6-86. Sliding patio doors: Aluminum doors.......................... ANSI/AAMA 3 101-88. Wood doors.............................. NWWDA I.S. 3-83. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 ANSI/SDI indicates American National Standards Institute/Steel Door Institute. 2 ANSI/NWWDA indicates American National Standards Institute/National Wood Window & Door Association. 3 ANSI/AAMA indicates American National Standards Institute/American Architectural Manufacturers Association. Caulks and sealants: [Standards for conformance] Caulks and sealants: Putty................................... FS\1\ TT-P-00791B, October 16, 1969 and Amendment 2, March 23, 1971. Glazing compounds for metal sash........ ASTM\2\ C669-75 (1989). Oil and resin base caulks............... ASTM C570-72 (1989). Acrylic (solvent types) sealants........ FS TT-S-00230C, February 2, 1970 and Amendment 2, October 9, 1970. Butyl rubber sealants................... FS TT-S-001657, October 8, 1970. Chlorosulfonated polyethylene sealants.. FS TT-S-00230C, February 2, 1970 and Amendment 2, October 9, 1970. Latex sealing compounds................. ASTM C834-76 (1986). Elastomeric joint sealants (normally ASTM C920-87. considered to include polysulfide, polyurethane, and silicone). Preformed gaskets and sealing materials. ASTM C509-84. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ FS indicates Federal Specifications. \2\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. Weatherstripping [Standards for conformance] Weatherstripping.......................... Commercially available. Vapor retarders........................... Selected according to the provisions cited in ASTM \1\ C755-85 (1990). Permeance not greater than 1 perm when determined according to the desiccant method de- scribed in ASTM E96-90. Items to improve attic ventilation........ Commercially available. Clock thermostats......................... NEMA \2\ DC 3-1989. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ASTM indicates American Society for Testing and Materials. \2\ NEMA indicates National Electrical Manufacturers Association. [[Page 465]] Heat Exchangers [Standards for conformance] Heat exchangers, water-to-water and steam- ASME \1\ Boiler and Pressure to-water. Vessel Code, 1992, Sections II, V, VIII, IX, and X, as applicable to pressure vessels. Standards of Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association, Seventh Edition, 1988. Heat exchangers with gas-fired appliances Conformance to AGA \3\ \2\. Requirements for Heat Reclaimer Devices for Use with Gas-Fired Appliances No. 1-80, June 1, 1980. AGA Laboratories Certification Seal. Heat pump water heating heat recovery Electrical components to be systems. listed by UL .\4\ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ASME indicates American Society of Mechanical Engineers. \2\ The heat reclaimer is for installation in a section of the vent connector from appliances equipped with draft hoods or appliances equipped with powered burners or induced draft and not equipped with a draft hood. \3\ AGA indicates American Gas Association. \4\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. Boiler/Furnace Control Systems [Standards for conformance] Automatic set back thermostats............ Listed by UL.\1\ Conformance to NEMA \2\ DC 3-1989. Line voltage or low voltage room NEMA DC 3-1989. thermostats. Automatic gas ignition systems............ ANSI \3\ Z21.21-1987 and Z21.21a-1989. AGA \4\ Laboratories Certification Seal. Energy management systems................. Listed by UL. Hydronic boiler controls.................. Listed by UL. Other burner controls..................... Listed by UL. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. \2\ NEMA indicates National Electrical Manufacturers Association. \3\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute. \4\ AGA indicates American Gas Association. Water Heater Modifications [Standards for conformance] Insulate tank and distribution piping..... (See insulation section of this appendix). Install heat traps on inlet and outlet Applicable local plumbing piping. code. Install/replace water heater heating Listed by UL\1\. elements. Electric, freeze-prevention tape for pipes Listed by UL. Reduce thermostat settings................ State or local recommendations. Install stack damper, gas-fueled.......... ANS1 \2\ Z21.66-1988, including Exhibits A&B, and ANSI Z223.1-1988. Install stack damper, oil-fueled.......... UL 17, November 28, 1988, and NFPA \3\ 31-1987. Install water flow modifiers.............. Commercially available. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. \2\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute. \3\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association. Waste Heat Recovery Devices [Standards for conformance] Desuperheater/water heaters............... ARI \1\ 470-1987. Condensing heat exchangers................ Commercially available components and in new heating furnace systems to manufacturers' specifications. Condensing heat exchangers................ Commercially available (Commercial, multi-story building, with teflon-lined tubes institutional) to manufacturers' specifications. Energy recovery equipment................. Energy Recovery Equipment and Systems Air-to-Air (1978) Sheet Metal and Air- Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA).\2\ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ARI indicates Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute. \2\ SMACNA denotes Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association. Boiler Repair and Modifications/Efficiency Improvements [Standards for conformance] Install gas conversion burners............ ANSI \1\ Z21.8-1984, (for gas or oil-fired systems) ANSI Z21.17-1984, ANSI Z21.17a-1990, and ANSI Z223.1-1988. AGA \2\ Laboratories Certification seal. Replace oil burner UL \3\ 296, February 28, 1989 Revision and NFPA \4\ 31-1987. Install burners (oil/gas) ANSI Z223.1-1988 for gas equipment and NFPA 31-1987 for oil equipment. Re-adjust boiler water temperature or ASME \5\ CSD-1-1988, ASME install automatic boiler temperature CSD-1a-1989, ANSI Z223.1- reset control. 1988, and NFPA 31-1987. [[Page 466]] Replace/modify boilers ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, 1992, Sections II, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and X. Boilers must be Institute of Boilers and Radiation Manufacturers (IBR) equipment. Clean heat exchanger, adjust burner air Per manufacturers' shutter(s), check smoke no. on oil-fueled instructions. equipment. Check operation of pump(s) and replacement filters. Repair combustion chambers................ Refractory linings may be required for conversions. Replace heat exchangers, tubes............ Protection from flame contact with conversion burners by refractory shield. Install/replace thermostatic radiator Commercially available. One valves. pipe steam systems require air vents on each radiator; see manufacturers' requirements. Install boiler duty cycle control system.. Commercially available. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC) 1993 and local electrical codes provisions for wiring. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute. \2\ AGA indicates American Gas Association. \3\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. \4\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association. \5\ ANSI/ASME indicates American National Standards Institute/American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Heating and Cooling System Repairs and Tune-ups/Efficiency Improvements [Standards for conformance] Install duct insulation................... FS \1\ HH-I-558C, January 7, 1992 (see insulation sections of this appendix). Reduce input of burner; derate gas-fueled Local utility company and equipment. procedures if applicable for gas-fueled furnaces and ANSI \2\ Z223.1-1988 (NFPA \3\ 54-1988) including Appendix H. Repair/replace oil-fired equipment........ NFPA 31-1987. Replace combustion chamber in oil-fired NFPA 31-1987. furnaces or boilers. Clean heat exchanger and adjust burner: ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54- adjust air shutter and check CO2 and 1988) including Appendix H. stack temperature. Clean or replace air filter on forced air furnace. Install vent dampers for gas-fueled Applicable sections of ANSI heating systems. Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54-1988) including Appendices H, I, J, and K. ANSI Z21.66-1988 and Exhibits A & B for electrically operated dampers. Install vent dampers for oil-fueled Applicable sections of NFPA heating systems. 31-1987 for installation and in conformance with UL \4\ 17, November 28, 1988. Reduce excess combustion air: A: Reduce vent connector size of gas- ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54- fueled appliances. 1988) Part 9 and Appendices G & H. B: Adjust barometric draft regulator for NFPA 31-1987 and per oil fuels. manufacturers' (furnace or boiler) instructions. Replace constant burning pilot with ANSI Z21.71-1981, Z21.71a- electric ignition device on gas-fueled 1985, and Z21.71b-1989. furnaces or boilers. Readjust fan switch on forced air gas or Applicable sections and oil-fueled furnaces. Appendix H of ANSI Z223.1- 1988 (NFPA 54-1988) for gas furnaces and NFPA 31-1987 for oil furnaces. Replace burners........................... See power burners (oil/gas). Install/replace duct furnaces (gas)....... ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54- 1988). Install/replace heat pumps................ Listed by UL. Replace air diffusers, intakes, registers, Commercially available. and grilles. Install/replace warm air heating metal Commercially available. ducts. Filter alarm units........................ Commercially available. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ FS indicates Federal Specifications. \2\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute. \3\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association. \4\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. [[Page 467]] Replacement Furnaces, Boilers, and Wood Stoves [Standards for conformance] Chimneys, fireplaces, vents and solid fuel NFPA\1\ 211-1988. burning appliances. Gas-fired furnaces........................ ANS1\2\ Z21.47-1987, Z21.47a- 1988, and Z21.47b-1989. ANSI Z223.1-1988 (NFPA 54- 1988). Oil-fired furnaces........................ UL\3\ 727, August 27, 1991 Revision and NFPA 31-1987. Liquified petroleum gas storage........... NFPA 58-1989. Ventilation fans: Including electric attic, ceiling, and UL 507, August 23, 1990 whole house fans. Revision. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ NFPA indicates National Fire Prevention Association. \2\ ANSI indicates American National Standards Institute. \3\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. Air Conditioners and Cooling Equipment [Standards for conformance] Air conditioners: Central air conditioners................ ARI\1\ 210/240-1989. Room size units......................... ANSI/AHAM \2\ RAC-1-1982. Other cooling equipment: Including evaporative coolers, heat UL \3\ 1995, November 30, pumps and other equipment. 1990.\4\ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ \1\ ARI indicates Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute. \2\ AHAM/ANSI indicates American Home Appliance Manufacturers/American National Standards Institute. \3\ UL indicates Underwriters Laboratories. \4\ This standard is a general standard covering many different types of heating and cooling equipment. Screens, Window Films, and Reflective Materials [Standards for conformance] ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Insect screens............................ Commercially available. Window films.............................. Commercially available. Shade screens: Fiberglass shade screens................ Commercially available. Polyester shade screens................. Commercially available. Rigid awnings: Wood rigid awnings...................... Commercially available. Metal rigid awnings..................... Commercially available. Louver systems: Wood louver systems..................... Commercially available. Metal louver systems.................... Commercially available. Industrial-grade white paint used as a Commercially available. heat-reflective measure on awnings, window louvers, doors, and exterior duct work (exposed). ------------------------------------------------------------------------ [58 FR 12529, Mar. 4, 1993, as amended at 69 FR 18803, Apr. 9, 2004] PART 445 [RESERVED]