Section R. 408.30547f - SystemsRule 547e.
Sections N1103.2.1, N1103.2.2, and N1103.4.2 of the code are amended to read as follows:
N1103.2.1. Insulation (prescriptive). All portions of the air distribution system shall be installed in accordance with Section M1601 and be insulated to an installed R-6 when system components are located within the building but outside the conditioned space, and R-8 when located outside to the building thermal envelope. When located within a building envelope assembly, at least R-8 shall be applied between the duct and that portion of the assembly farthest from conditioned space. Exception: Portions of the air distribution system within appliances or equipment.
N1103.2.2. Sealing (mandatory). Ducts, air handlers, and filter boxes shall be sealed. Joints and seams shall comply with either the international mechanical code or international residential code, as applicable. Exceptions:
1. Air-impermeable spray foam products may be applied without additional joint seals.2. Where a duct connection is made that is partially inaccessible, 3 screws or rivets shall be equally spaced on the exposed portion of the joint so as to prevent a hinge effect.3. Continuously welded and locking-type longitudinal joints and seams in ducts operating at static pressures less than 2 inches (51 mm) of water column (500 Pa) pressure classification shall not require additional closure systems. Duct tightness shall be verified by either of the following:
1. Postconstruction test: Total leakage to the outside of a conditioned space or total leakage shall be less than or equal to 4 cfm (113.3 L/min) per 100 square feet (9.29 m2) of conditioned floor area when tested at a pressure differential of 0.1 inches (2.54 mm) w. g. (25 Pa) across the entire system, including the manufacturers air handler enclosure. All register boots shall be taped or otherwise sealed during the test.2. Rough-in test: Total leakage shall be less than or equal to 4 cfm (113.3 L/min) per 100 square feet (9.29 m2) of conditioned floor area when tested at a pressure differential of 0.1 inches (2.54 mm) w.g. (25 Pa) across the system, including the manufacturers air handler enclosure. All registers shall be taped or otherwise sealed during the test. If the air handler is not installed at the time of the test, total leakage shall be less than or equal to 3 cfm (85 L/min) per 100 square feet (9.29 m2) of conditioned floor area. Exception: The total leakage test is not required for ducts and air handlers located entirely within the building thermal envelope.
N1103.4.2. Hot water pipe insulation (prescriptive). Insulation for hot water pipe with a minimum thermal resistance (R-value) of R-3 shall be applied to the following: 1. Piping larger than 3/4 inch nominal diameter.2. Piping serving more than 1 dwelling unit.3. Piping located outside the conditioned space.4. Piping from the water heater to a distribution manifold.5. Piping located under a floor slab.7. Supply and return piping in recirculation systems other than demand recirculation systems.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.30547f