eQUEST Training Module 1

Basic Energy Modeling and Comparative Runs
SD Wizard: Step 2
DAYLIT ZONES SCREENS:
The Daylit Zones Screens are similar to the Skylights Screen. They will appear if you have Yes
selected in the Daylight box on Screen 1. They allow you to adjust the settings for each type of
floor (ground, middle / typical, and top). Selecting daylighting zones is important and should
be done carefully and accurately so that eQUEST can correctly calculate the amount of
energy that will be saved through the use of natural light and photo sensors that regulate when
the electric lights are being used in a building. As with any of the other screens, if you do not
understand all of the settings or are unsure as to what your building will exactly use or need,
then accept the eQUEST defaults. You will be able to return to the wizard and change these
options later, as well as use other wizards to modify the settings and create comparative runs.
If you do not want daylighting to be incorporated into your base energy model, you can return
to Screen 1 and select No in the Daylighting box before continuing through the wizard. There is
another feature in eQUEST (the EEM Wizard) that will allow you to compare daylit vs. non-daylit
energy models. We will be discussing this wizard later in this module.
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HVAC AND DHW SCREENS:
eQUEST contains much information about the type and specifications of many HVAC systems
or combinations of systems. Based on earlier input information, eQUEST will display certain
screens giving you the opportunity to adjust the HVAC and DHW systems you have selected for
your energy model. Most architects will not need to make many changes at this stage. At a
later point, consulting a mechanical engineer about refining these settings to more accurately
match your building design might be a good idea. Remember to record the changes that you
make on your SD Wizard Form to assist yourself and others that may return to the model at a
later date.
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