This harmonized standard applies to all new electrical non-ducted single-split, self-contained air-cooled air conditioners, air-to-air reversible heat pumps, and portable air conditioners, with a rated cooling output of at or below 16 kilo-Watts (kW)1 placed on the market for any application.
Air conditioners with a rated cooling output exceeding 16 (kW)1, water-cooled air conditioners, water-source heat pumps, multi-split air conditioners, multi-split air-to-air heat pumps, variable refrigerant flow systems, and ducted equipment as well as non-electric energy sources are exempt from this standard.
Ventilation and air-conditioning systems (ICS code(s): 91.140.30)