This European Standard describes the common methodology for inspection of air conditioning
systems in buildings for space cooling and or heating from an energy consumption standpoint. The
inspection can consider for instance the following points to assess the energy performance and
proper sizing of the system:
System conformity to the original and subsequent design modifications, actual requirements and
the present state of the building.
Correct system functioning.
Function and settings of various controls.
Function and fitting of the various components.
Power input and the resulting energy output.
It is not intended that a full audit of the air conditioning system is carried out, but a correct assessment
of its functioning and main impacts on energy consumption, and as a result determine any
recommendations on improvement of the system or use of alternative solutions. National regulations
and guidelines targeting energy efficiency and in line with the main objectives of this standard are also
applicable.
NOTE Provision of adequate ventilation and system balancing are dealt with in EN 15239.
The qualification of the persons or organisation responsible for inspections is not covered by this
standard, but the requirements for inspections are covered.
The frequency of the mandatory inspection is defined on national level. Features affecting the
frequency and duration of inspection are introduced in Annex C.
BS EN 15240:2007 Referenced Document
EN 12792:2003 Ventilation for buildings - Symbols, terminology and graphical symbols
EN 14511-1:2004 Air conditioners@ liquid chilling packages and heat pumps with electrically driven compressors for space heating and cooling - Part 1: Terms and definitions
BS EN 15240:2007 history
0000 BS EN 15240:2007(2008)
2008BS EN 15240:2007 Ventilation for buildings - Energy performance of buildings - Guidelines for inspection of air-conditioning systems