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// CODE SNIPPET

609.2.1.2 Power Conversion System

Green Construction Code 2012 > 6 ENERGY CONSERVATION, EFFICIENCY AND CO2e EMISSION REDUCTION > 609 Specific Appliances and Equipment > 609.2 Permanent Appliances and Equipment > 609.2.1 Elevators > 609.2.1.2 Power Conversion System
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Power conversion systems for traction elevators shall comply with Sections 609.2.1.2.1 through 609.2.1.2.3.

609.2.1.2.1 Motor

Induction motors with a Class IE2 efficiency rating, as defined by IEC EN 60034-30, or alternative technologies, such as permanent magnet synchronous motors that have equal or better efficiency, shall be used.

609.2.1.2.2 Transmission

Transmissions shall not reduce the efficiency of the combined motor/transmission below that shown for the Class IE2 motor. Gearless machines shall be assumed to have a 100-percent transmission efficiency.

609.2.1.2.3 Drive

Potential energy released during motion shall be recovered.

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609.2.1.2 Energy Conservation, Efficiency and Co2e Emission Reduction, Power Conversion System
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