1、Designation: C1015 06 (Reapproved 2011)1C1015 17Standard Practice forInstallation of Cellulosic and Mineral Fiber Loose-FillThermal Insulation1This standard is issued under the fixed designation C1015; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the
2、 case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.1 NOTENote 1
3、was editorially revised in December 2011.1. Scope1.1 This practice covers procedures for the installation of cellulosic and mineral fiber loose-fill insulation in ceilings, attics, andfloor and wall cavities of new or existing housing and other framed buildings.1.2 This practice applies only to the
4、installation of dry loose-fill thermal insulation consisting of cellulosic materials or mineralfiber by pneumatic or pouring application.1.3 This practice covers the installation process from pre-installation inspection through post-installation procedure. It does notcover the production of the insu
5、lation materials.1.4 This practice is not intended to replace the manufacturers installation instructions, but shall be used in conjunction withsuch instructions. This practice is not intended to supersede local, state, or federal codes.1.5 This practice assumes that the installer possesses a good w
6、orking knowledge of the applicable codes and regulations, safetypractices, tools, equipment, and methods necessary for the installation of thermal insulation materials. It also assumes that theinstaller understands the fundamentals of residential construction that affect the installation of insulati
7、on.1.6 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any
8、, associated with its use. It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements, see Section 5.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2
9、C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal InsulationC739 Specification for Cellulosic Fiber Loose-Fill Thermal InsulationC755 Practice for Selection of Water Vapor Retarders for Thermal InsulationC764 Specification for Mineral Fiber Loose-Fill Thermal Insulation2.2 NFPANFPA Standards:3NFPA 31 Standard fo
10、r the Installation of Oil Burning EquipmentNFPA 54 National Fuel Gas CodeNFPA 70 National Electrical CodeNFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid-Fuel Burning Appliances2.3 ICCICC Document:4International Residential Code 20031 This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Commit
11、tee C16 on Thermal Insulation and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C16.23 on Blanket and LooseFill Insulation.Current edition approved May 1, 2006March 15, 2017. Published December 2011March 2017. Originally approved in 1984. Last previous edition approved in 20062011as C1015 06.C1015 06
12、 (2011)1. DOI: 10.1520/C1015-06R11E01.10.1520/C1015-17.2 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page on the ASTM website.3 Avai
13、lable from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471, http:/www.nfpa.org.4 Available from International Code Council (ICC), 500 New Jersey Ave., NW, 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20001, http:/www.iccsafe.org.This document is not an ASTM standard and is inten
14、ded only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Becauseit may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the curren
15、t versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States12.4 FederalFederal Standard:5FTC Trade Regulation Rule 16 CRF 460,460 Labeling and Advertising of
16、Home Insulation3. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsFor definitions of terms used in this practice, see Terminology C168.3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.2.1 installerthe person or persons who apply thermal insulation materials in residential buildings whether or not such personor person
17、s have contracted with the owner to perform the work.3.2.2 cellulosic loose-fill thermal insulating materialsthose materials that meet the minimum requirements specified inSpecification C739.3.2.3 conditioned spacea space in a residential building that is served by a heating or cooling system.3.2.4
18、mineral fiber loose-fill thermal insulating materialsthose materials that meet the minimum requirements specified inSpecification C764.3.2.5 ownerthe person, partnership, corporation, agency, or other entity who owns the residential building to be insulatedwhether such ownership is by virtue of deed
19、, contract, or any other instrument for acquiring legal title under the laws of the statein which the building is located.3.2.6 residential buildinga building used for residential occupancy and that has a mechanical or electrical system for heatingor for cooling, or for both.3.2.7 vapor retardera ma
20、terial (membrane or paint) that has a water vapor permeance rating of 1 perm (5.7 1010-88/Pasm2) or less. See Practice C755 for more information on vapor retarders.4. Significance and Use4.1 This practice recognizes that effectiveness, safety, and durability of insulation depend not only on the qual
21、ity of theinsulating materials, but also on their proper installation.4.2 Improper installation of insulation can reduce its thermal effectiveness, cause fire risks and other unsafe conditions, andpromote deterioration for the structure in which it is installed. Specific hazards that can result from
22、 improper installation includefires caused by (1) heat build-up in recessed lighting fixtures; (2) deterioration or failure of electrical wiring components; (3) heatbuild-up resulting from overcurrent protection devices incorrectly matched to wiring; or (4) deterioration in wood structures andpaint
23、failure due to moisture accumulation.4.3 This practice provides general procedures that will help ensure the installation of insulation in a safe and effective manner.It must be noted that actual conditions in existing buildings vary greatly, and in some cases substantial additional care andprecauti
24、on must be taken to ensure effective and safe installation.5. Safety Precautions5.1 All pneumatic equipment shall be operated in accordance with the recommended operating and safety procedures of theequipment manufacturer and the insulation manufacturer.5.2 The installer shall wear proper clothing a
25、nd equipment as recommended by the insulation manufacturer. If in doubt of theeffects of the insulation, wear protective clothing, gloves, eye and breathing protection.NOTE 1For breathing protection use a NIOSH approved N95 or higher disposable or reusable particulate respirator.5.3 In areas where i
26、nsulation will be installed, components of the electrical system shall be in good condition. If the electricalsystem is faulty, proper inspection and repair must be none.NOTE 2The Consumer Product Safety Commission6 has identified the following signs of potential electrical deficiencies: Lights dimm
27、ing, fusesblowing, circuit breakers tripping frequently, electrical sparks and glowing from receptacles, lights flickering, and coverplates on switches and outlets thatare warm or hot to the touch.6. Pre-Installation Preparation6.1 In the areas where insulation will be installed, the installer shall
28、 locate and plan for subsequent blocking around recessedlighting fixtures, motors, fans, blowers, heaters, flues, chimneys, and other heat-producing electrical or mechanical devices.6.1.1 Install blocking, such as wood, metal, or unfaced mineral wool batts, securely fastened in place around all heat
29、-producingdevices to exclude loose fill insulation and permanently maintain the clearances specified in 6.1.2 and 6.1.3, or the exception in5 Federal RegisterVol 70, No 103, May 31, 2005.Available from NationalArchives and RecordsAdministration, 8601Adelphi Road, College Park Maryland, 207406001.6 C
30、PSC Product Safety Fact Sheet No. 518, “Guide to Home Electric Wiring,” available from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 4330 East West HighwayBethesda, MD 20814.C1015 1726.1.46.1.5. Install all required blocking at least as high as the height of the finished insulation and in a manner that en
31、sures thatall devices that require maintenance or servicing remain accessible after the insulation is installed.6.1.2 Install blocking to provide a 3-in. (75-mm) minimum clearance around all sides of recessed lighting fixtures, unless suchfixtures are approved for installation in direct contact with
32、 insulation (IC rated), including fixture wiring compartments andballasts, and other heat-producing devices not covered in 6.1.3. The open area above these devices must not be covered, in orderto allow free air circulation unless they are specifically approved devices for operation when covered with
33、 thermal insulation (see410-66, NFPA 70, National Electric Code).6.1.3 Do not place insulation in air spaces surrounding metal flues, chimneys or fireplaces. Provide the minimum clearancesspecified in NFPA 31, NFPA 54 or NFPA 211 or as required by local building codes.6.1.4 Install depth markers to
34、measure the insulation depth. The markers shall have lines labeled in inches (millimetres). Thenumbers shall not be less than 1 in. (25 mm) in height. The markers shall be installed at a minimum rate of one marker for every300 ft2 (28 m2) throughout the attic space. The markers shall be attached to
35、the trusses or joists and marked with a minimum initialinstalled thickness and the markers shall face the attic access opening.6.1.5 Inspect the roof, walls, ceilings, and attic floors to identify areas where previous or existing moisture problem has causedpaint peeling, warpage, stain, visible fung
36、us growth, rotting, or other structural damage. Notify the owner to correct theseconditions before installing insulation.6.1.6 The installer shall block all openings in ceilings, floors, and sidewalls through which it is possible for the insulatingmaterial to escape. Block all wall cavities that ope
37、n into a basement or crawl space before wall insulation is installed.6.1.7 Proper attic ventilation and the use of ventilation, air sealing and vapor retarders shall be provided before installation inaccordance with building requirements or practices, local building codes and the International Resid
38、ence Code.requirements,designers specifications, and applicable codes.NOTE 3The International Residence Code, Section R806.2 states the following attic ventilation requirements: The total net free ventilating area shallnot be less than 1 to 150 of the area of the space ventilated except that the tot
39、al area is permitted to be reduced to 1 300, provided at least 50 % and notmore than 80% 80 % of the required ventilating area is provided by ventilators located in the upper portion of the space to be ventilated at least 3 ft.ft(914 mm) above the eave or cornice vents with the balance of the requir
40、ed ventilation provided by eave or cornice vents. As an alternative, the net freecross-ventalation area may be reduced to 1 to 300 when a vapor barrier having a transmission rate not exceeding 1 perm (57.4 mg/s m2PaPa) is installedon the warm side of the ceiling.When the attic has soffit vents at th
41、e eaves, install rigid blocking to restrain loose-fill insulation from clogging the vents, thusrestricting attic ventilation. Blocking shall be installed to ensure free movement of air through soffit vents into the attic.7. Procedure7.1 Installation:7.1.1 The insulation material shall be handled in
42、accordance with manufacturers instructions and should be kept free ofextraneous materials. Keep the materials dry and do not place in contact with the ground or other sources of water.7.1.2 Apply the insulation uniformly covering all areas. To attain the required R-value, install at least the minimu
43、m thicknessand minimum square-foot weight in acordance with the coverage chart supplied by the manufacturer.7.1.3 Fill enclosed cavities to rejection of the material to ensure that cavity is free of voids and that the proper amount isinstalled in accordance with the manufacturers coverage chart.7.1.
44、4 For pneumatic installation, use only equipment compatible with the insulation material, and operate the equipment inaccordance with the manufacturers instructions.7.1.5 In pouring applications, install insulation in accordance with the manufacturers recommended coverage.7.2 Post-Installation:7.2.1
45、 Inspect the coverage and depth of the insulation. Fill all pockets and voids in the insulation. Level insulation in a mannerthat will not damage wiring or any other items. Turn off the electric power and clear all electric wall outlet boxes and switch boxesof any insulation material. Check all baff
46、les and vents for insulation accumulation. Remove all temporary blockings that wereinstalled over vent openings in attics.7.2.2 The installer must provide a signed and dated statement describing the insulation installed, stating thickness, coveragearea, R-value, and number of bags used or pounds ins
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