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(1) Distribute IWEC data in a converted format that is only suitable for use with Carrier Hourly Analysis Program (HAP) and Chiller System Optimizer software (.HW1 format).

(2) Make Carrier versions of IWEC data available to users at no cost via this Carrier web site.

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