Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about CBECC-Res 2013 Updated March 6, 2015 After the General Administrative FAQs, the remaining questions and answe
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 10 2. My CF1R is reporting slab edge insulation when I did not model any. Can I fix this? Yes. Check the slab has ed
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 11 FAQS POSTED ON NOVEMBER 21, 2014 1. There is still a watermark on my Existing+Addition CF1R, but no HERS measures.
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 12 We have added a HERS Features Summary to the CF1R (following Required Special Features). This will help you determin
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 13 Using notepad, create a file that will be saved in the root directory containing CBECC (e.g., c:) named something.ba
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 14 building meeting the criteria. The requirements for this credit (from Residential Appendix RA3.5 apply to all ceilin
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 15 6. Can you explain the 2-story ventilation change in more detail? Is this related to whole house fans? Yes, it is r
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 16 apply to existing systems. It is the labels in the fields that contain an overview of the system (HVAC – DISTRIBUTIO
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 17 7. When modeling a mini-split heat pump, the compliance results are not as expected. Am I doing something wrong? N
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 18 12. Does the compiler support multi-core processor cores or hyper-threading? “CBECC-Res” includes two relevant compo
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 19 Starting with the existing zone (zone status “existing” not “altered”), the status of the HVAC system will be either
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 2 FAQs Posted on December 30, 2014 1. With the latest release (bug fix 3b1 (694)), should I start using Example 18 fi
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 20 always requires HERS verification of the mandatory indoor air quality requirements and typically has mandatory duct
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 21 to check how the file was modified to get it to run. You might need to redefine one or more components. 2. When a n
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 22 Yes. However, as of this writing, if you have a garage, you will need to model the garage with a cathedral ceiling a
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 23 The value is the number of stories in the zone. If the building is one zone for a two-story building, then the value
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 24 Alternatively, start with a new file, choose the appropriate climate zone and proceed. Once a file is saved, all fie
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 25 3. Will we be able to model other shading devices soon? Not any time soon. ASHRAE Window Attachment (used in CBECC-
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 26 4. Is the file needed for uploading a project to HERS generated any time I run an input file? If not, what do I nee
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 27 Enter the values as they appear in the directory. Energy Factor is 0.60, Recovery Efficiency, Thermal Efficiency, an
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 28 FAQS POSTED ON OCTOBER 11, 2013 1. How do I use the field Window Type? There are two new 1-story sample files that
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 29 FAQS POSTED ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 1. Where are my input files? They are in a folder similar to this (set up during
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 3 FAQs Posted on August 29, 2014 1. Will results change from Version 2c to Version 3? 2. A HERS requirement for retur
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 30 No. You can model each dwelling unit as a zone, or the simplest approach is to model each floor as a zone. Each zon
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 31
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 32 HEAT PUMPS If the systems are heat pumps first define the individual heat pump, including the capacity at 47 and 17
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 33 If the units have different capacities, change the # of unique heat pump types to whatever # is correct, e.g., 2 and
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 34 DHW The DHW “system” consists of 8 individual water heaters: If it had central water heating, the field labeled “
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 4 FAQs Posted on May 7, 2014 1. When I opened an existing input file, I am getting a message that indicates my file mi
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 5 2. There are no U-factors for the opaque assemblies on the CF1R. Why not? 3. In multi-family, how do I determine th
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 6 5. How do I know I’m using the latest version of CBECC-Res? Open the software on your computer and click on the icon
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 7 • The Residential Alternative Calculation Method (RACM) Reference Manual, which can be downloaded from www.bwilcox.c
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 8 11. Where can I find updates to the CBECC-Res software? Updates to CBECC-Res are posted on the project website: www.
FAQ for CBECC-Res 2013 9 4. If I have 2 air conditioners and 1 furnace (i.e., an inconsistent number of systems), the program will not run. S
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