Manufacturer Requirements
In order to join the program, manufacturers must certify the following product characteristics based on testing at an approved laboratory using the American National Standard, ANSI/AHAM RAC-1 test method.
- cooling/heating capacity
- energy efficiency ratio (EER)
- electrical input in amperes
AHAM verifies these ratings through regular testing at a third party independent laboratory using the ANSI/AHAM RAC-1 test method.
- If a unit does not meet the stated performance rating, the manufacturer must re-rate the product or withdraw the product from the market
- The manufacturer must place the AHAM Certification Seal directly on each certified room air conditioner and/or its box/packaging