
ASHRAE 62.2 Ban on Vent-Free Appliances Moves out of Committee
The ASHRAE 62.2 Committee convened in January for the group’s Winter Conference. The Committee discussed Addendum ‘j,’ which would prohibit all vent-free heaters in ASHRAE 62.2-compliant homes. Commenters opposing Addendum ‘j’ addressed the committee in hopes of either modifying or overturning the addendum. Despite a lively discussion and industry opposition, the 62.2 Committee is moving forward with Addendum ‘j’ and will soon send official responses to commenters. Before t