Chapters 5 & 6 (Applications) provide a series of short discussions on how to use HAP to design common types of HVAC systems and how to run energy analyses for common equipment types. Chapters 3 & 4 (Example Problems) contain two simple example problems illustrating how the software is used to design an HVAC system and how it is used to run an energy analysis. These tutorials are designed for readers who are already familiar with HAP terminology and concepts, as well as operating principles for Windows software. Chapter 2 (HAP Tutorials) provides step-by-step instructions for using the program to design systems and run energy analyses. WHAT THIS REFERENCE GUIDE CONTAINSThe HAP Quick Reference Guide is divided into six chapters and four appendices:Ĭhapter 1 (Getting Started) discusses basic program concepts - how to use HAP to design systems and run energy analyses, how to operate the program, how to work with projects and perform common tasks.
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Throughout, those features that apply only to the full HAP program will be noted. This Quick Reference Guide deals with both programs.
The full HAP program provides the same system design capabilities plus energy analysis features. The HAP System Design Load program provides system design and load estimating features.
This program is released as two separate, but similar products. HAP uses the ASHRAE-endorsed transfer function method for load calculations and detailed 8,760 hourby-hour simulation techniques for the energy analysis. Second, it is a tool for simulating building energy use and calculating energy costs. First it is a tool for estimating loads and designing systems. The Guide serves as a supplement to the program's on-line help system which provides additional information including descriptions of all input items, program reports and program calculation procedures.ĪBOUT HAPCarriers Hourly Analysis Program (HAP) is a computer tool which assists engineers in designing HVAC systems for commercial buildings. This Guide also contains program tutorials, example problems and discussions of common applications. It describes how to use key features of the user interface, and how to use the program to design HVAC systems and estimate annual energy costs. PrefaceABOUT THIS REFERENCE GUIDEThe HAP Quick Reference Guide provides instructional information for users of Carriers Hourly Analysis Program (HAP). Carrier Corporation Software Systems Network