19 CRR-NY 197-5.11NY-CRR
19 CRR-NY 197-5.11
19 CRR-NY 197-5.11
197-5.11 Air conditioning systems.
(a) Home inspectors shall:
(1) observe, describe and report on the type of air conditioning equipment and air conditioning distribution system;
(2) operate the system using the thermostat;
(3) open a representative number of readily accessible and operable access panels provided by the manufacturer for routine homeowner maintenance;
(4) observe and report on the condition of normally operated controls and components of the system.
(b) Home inspectors are not required to:
(1) activate or operate air conditioning systems that have been shut down;
(2) observe and report on gas-fired refrigeration systems, evaporative coolers, or wall or window-mounted air conditioning units;
(3) check the pressure of the system coolant or determine the presence of leakage;
(4) evaluate the capacity, efficiency or adequacy of the system;
(5) operate equipment or systems if exterior temperature is below 65°F or when other circumstances are not conducive to safe operation or may damage equipment;
(6) remove covers or panels that are not readily accessible or that are not part of routine homeowner maintenance;
(7) dismantle any equipment, controls or gauges;
(8) check the electrical current drawn by the unit;
(9) observe and report on electronic air filters.
19 CRR-NY 197-5.11
Current through October 15, 2021
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