HVAC operation of PNNL models

asked 2020-11-29 10:09:16 -0500

Mostafa Meimand
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updated 2020-12-22 10:24:52 -0500

Aaron Boranian

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Hello All,

I have a question regarding the operation of HVAC systems in the PNNL models. In these models, the HVAC system works based on the predefined schedule:

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Although there is a dual setpoint definition in the model, the HVAC system only works at specific times. How can I change it to only work to keep the temperature between certain range? When I make these lines command or remove them, I got an error.

Thank you in advance

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answered 2020-12-30 12:03:09 -0500

Yunyang Ye
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You need to modify the schedule for HVAC Operation (HVACOperationSchd) as well as the heating and cooling setpoint temperature schedules. Did you modify the setpoint temperature schedules into a certain range?

In PNNL Prototype building models, there may be multiple schedules for heating and cooling temperature setpoint. Some of them may not be used. So you need to modify the schedules that are used.

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Yes, I found the solution and it is solved now. Thanks, Yunyang!

Mostafa Meimand ( 2020-12-30 14:25:19 -0500 )edit

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answered 2020-12-22 09:32:07 -0500

Mostafa Meimand
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The answer to this question is the HVACOperationSchd variable is not the operation schedule, it is the availability of the HVAC system.

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answered 2020-11-29 17:10:31 -0500

Mehrdad Vojdani
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updated 2020-11-29 17:14:36 -0500

Obviously, this schedule is referenced by some objects in your HVAC systems. If you are working with a text editor try to search the schedule name and find objects that use this schedule. You cannot just remove or comment this schedule! If you want your HVAC systems to work all the time based on your ThermostatSetpoint:DualSetpoint change this schedule for all day types:

Schedule:Compact,
    HVACOperationSchd,   !- Name
    on/off,                !- Schedule Type Limits Name
    Through: 12/31,           !- Field 1
    For: Weekdays SummerDesignDay,            !- Field 2
    Until: 24:00, 1,       !- Field 4
    ...

But that's not very common. You can consider AvailabilityManager:NightCycle to turn on HVAC systems during unoccupied hours.

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Thanks for your comment Mehrdad. When I change it to what you said, The HVAC system is always ON. However, I want this system to work based on the setpoints.

Also, when the HVAC system is ON, Zone Mean Air Temperature does not change significantly. I do not know why!

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