Glossary
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Heat Source
A body of air or liquid from which heat is collected. With any heat pump, the air outside the home or business is the source for the heating cycle.
Heat Pump
An air conditioner with a valve that permits alternate heating and cooling.
Heat Loss
As measured in BTUs, the amount of heat lost from a space to be conditioned, at the local summer outdoor design temperature and specified indoor design condition.
Heat Gain
As measured in BTUs, the amount of heat gained from a space to be conditioned, at the local summer outdoor design temperature and specified indoor design condition.
Heat Exchanger
Transfers heat energy from its source to the conveying medium.
