Z240 MH SERIES-09

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Preface

This is the third edition of the CSA Z240 MH Series of Standards, Manufactured homes. It supersedes the previous editions, published in 1992 and 1986 under the title Mobile Homes.

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Z240.0.1-09 General requirements for manufactured homes

1. Scope

1.1 This Standard specifies general requirements for manufactured homes, including quality requirements and requirements on equivalency of performance, interior markings, and provision of printed instructions.

1.2 In CSA Standards, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

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Z240.1.1-09 Vehicular requirements for manufactured homes

1. Scope

1.1 This Standard specifies minimum vehicular requirements for manufactured homes and covers couplings, tongues, A-frames, and limited-use or returnable running gear (see also Clause 5.1).

1.2 This Standard does not apply to manufactured homes transported on dollies or flat-decks.

1.3 In CSA Standards, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.





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Z240.2.1-09 Structural requirements for manufactured homes

1. Scope

1.1 This Standard specifies the minimum requirements for materials, products, equipment, and quality of work needed to ensure that manufactured homes will provide adequate (a) structural strength and rigidity; (b) protection against corrosion, decay, insects, and other similar destructive forces; (c) protection against the hazards of fire; (d) resistance to the elements; and (e) durability and economy of maintenance.

1.2 In CSA Standards, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.





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Z240.4.1-09 Installation requirements for gas-burning appliances in manufactured homes

1. Scope

1.1 This Standard applies to the factory installation of gas-burning appliances and equipment in manufactured homes. Note: CAN/CSA-B149.1 and CAN/CSA-B149.2 should be consulted for installations not covered by this Standard.

1.2 In CSA Standards, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

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Z240.5.1-09 Installation requirements for oil-fired appliances in manufactured homes

1. Scope

1.1 This Standard applies to the factory installation of oil-fired appliances, accessories, and equipment on or within manufactured homes, including specially designed or modified units, e.g., industrial or commercial trailers.

1.2 This Standard is in general agreement with CSA B139, which should be consulted for installations not covered by this Standard.

1.3 In CSA Standards, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

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Z240.9.1-09 Load calculation and duct design requirements for heating and cooling of manufactured homes

1. Scope

1.1 This Standard specifies requirements for (a) calculating heat loss and heat gain in manufactured homes; and (b) the design of supply and return air duct systems in manufactured homes.

1.2 In CSA Standards, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard; and "can" is used to express possibility or capability. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.