The reference procedures and method described in this manual establish the basis of comparison for all compliance software. The approval process ensures that a minimum level of energy efficiency is achieved regardless of the compliance software used. This level is accomplished by:
•Specifying a series of reference method comparison tests that candidate compliance software passed.
•Specifying input that may vary for credit, and input that is fixed or restricted.
•Defining standard report output requirements.
•Certifying the software vendor requirements in this manual.