1.1This test method covers the heating performance and energy consumption of commercial radiant patio heaters. The food service operator can use this evaluation to select a commercial patio heater and understand its energy performance and effective heated area.

1.2This test method is applicable to commercial gas and electric radiant patio heaters.

1.3The patio heater can be evaluated with respect to the following:

1.3.1Energy input rate (10.2),

1.3.2 Preheat energy consumption and time (10.3),

1.3.3Temperature distribution (10.4), and

1.3.4Effective heated area (10.4).

1.4The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.5This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.