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What is NYC AC § 20-717?

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This section provides definitions related to room air conditioners, including terms such as 'room air conditioner,' 'cooling capacity rating,' and 'wattage rating.' It clarifies the components and specifications of these appliances. Applies to individuals and organizations involved in the sale of room air conditioners.

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§ 20-717 Definitions.

AC § 20-717

(a)"Room air conditioner" shall be defined as any electrical appliance which has a compressor, a condenser, an evaporator and a fan to cool and dehumidify the surrounding air and which is capable in ordinary usage of being mounted in a window or through a wall.

(b)"Cooling capacity rating" shall be defined as the quantity of heat in British thermal units which a room air conditioner is capable of removing in one hour.

(c)"Wattage rating" shall be defined as the number of watts of electricity necessary to obtain the cooling capacity rating of a room air conditioner.

(d)"Person" shall be defined as any individual, firm, company, partnership, corporation, association or other organization who is ordinarily engaged in the business of selling or offering for sale room air conditioners.

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