(a) A home inspector shall observe and describe the condition of all of the following:
Cooling and air handling equipment, including type and energy source.
Normal operating controls.
The presence of an installed cooling source in each room.
(b) A home inspector shall operate the systems, using normal operating controls, and open readily accessible access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance.
(c) A home inspector is NOT Required to do any of the following:
Operate cooling systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage.
Observe non−central air conditioners.
Observe the uniformity or adequacy of cool−air supply to the various rooms.
Operate electronic air filters.
Observe the pressure of the system coolant or determine the presence of leakage.