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Question 1
What is the annual leak rate threshold that triggers repair requirements for comfort cooling appliances containing 50 or more pounds of refrigerant under EPA Section 608?
Answer: 10% annual leak rate. If a comfort cooling appliance with 50+ lbs of refrigerant leaks at or above 10% per year, the owner must repair the leak within 30 days.
Question 2
What is the annual leak rate threshold that triggers repair requirements for industrial process refrigeration systems containing 50 or more pounds of refrigerant?
Answer: 35% annual leak rate. Industrial process refrigeration systems with 50+ lbs of refrigerant must be repaired if the leak rate reaches or exceeds 35% per year.
Question 3
What is the annual leak rate threshold that triggers repair requirements for commercial refrigeration systems containing 50 or more pounds of refrigerant?
Answer: 20% annual leak rate. Commercial refrigeration systems with 50+ lbs of refrigerant must be repaired if leaks reach or exceed 20% per year.
Question 4
Within how many days must a refrigerant leak be repaired in a comfort cooling system containing 50 or more pounds of refrigerant after the leak is discovered?
Answer: 30 days. The EPA requires that leaks exceeding the threshold in comfort cooling appliances with 50+ lbs of refrigerant be repaired within 30 days of discovery.
Question 5
If a leak cannot be repaired within the standard timeframe, how long of an extension can be granted, and what is required to obtain it?
Answer: A 60-day extension may be granted if a contractor is unable to complete repairs due to the need for a part that must be ordered. Written documentation must be kept on file.