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2012 International Fuel Gas Code® Design, Installation and Inspection Principles
2012 International Fuel Gas Code® Design, Installation and Inspection Principles
Based on the 2012 International Fuel Gas Code®
OverviewOverview Administration Definitions General regulations Gas piping installations Chimneys and vents Specific appliances
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Seminar GoalSeminar Goal The goal of this is for you to apply the 2012
International Fuel Gas Code to the design, plan review, installation and inspection of all fuel-gas-related construction.
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ObjectivesObjectives Upon completion, participants will be better able
to: Locate general topics in the 2012 IFGC. Locate applicable tables in the 2012 IFGC for specific
situations. Apply code requirements to clear-cut real world
situations. Explain the intent behind a given code requirement. Use judgment to identify borderline scenarios as
compliant or noncompliant.
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Chapter 1Scope and Administration Chapter 1Scope and Administration
Module 1
AdministrationAdministration
“Due Process of Law” The responsibilities of
the various professionals are also established:
The code official reviews the proposed work for code compliance.
As a public servant, the code official enforces the code in an unbiased, proper manner.
The design professional designs a safe, operational fuel gas system.
The contractor installs the system in strict accordance with the plans and/or manufacturer’s installation requirements.
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Applicability - 102Applicability - 102 Codes and standards referenced in
Chapter 8 shall be considered part of the requirements of this code. Provisions of this code shall apply, where
conflicts occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced standards.
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Chapter 2DefinitionsChapter 2Definitions
Module 2
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DefinitionsDefinitions APPLIANCE. Any
apparatus or device that utilizes a fuel or raw material to produce light, heat, power, refrigeration or air conditioning.
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DefinitionsDefinitions
COMBUSTIBLE ASSEMBLY. Wall, floor, ceiling or other assembly constructed of one or more component materials that are not defined as noncombustible.
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. Any material not defined as noncombustible.
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DefinitionsDefinitions
EXCESS FLOW VALVE (EFV). A valve designed to activate when the fuel gas passing through it exceeds a prescribed flow rate.
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DefinitionsDefinitions
FLASHBACK ARRESTOR CHECK VALVE. A device that will prevent the backflow of one gas into the supply system of another gas and prevent the passage of flame into the gas supply system.
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DefinitionsDefinitions NONCOMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. Materials
tested in accordance with ASTM E 136, have at least three of four specimens tested meeting the following criteria:
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1. The recorded temperature of the surface and interior thermocouples shall not at any time during the test rise more than 54ºF (30ºC) above the furnace temperature at the beginning of the test.
2. Shall not be flaming from the specimen after the first 30 seconds.
3. If the weight loss of the specimen during testing exceeds 50 percent, the recorded temperature of the surface and interior thermocouples shall not at any time during the test rise above the furnace air temperature at the beginning of the test, and there shall not be flaming of the specimen.
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DefinitionsDefinitions REGULATOR, PRESSURE. A device placed in
a gas line for reducing, controlling and maintaining the pressure in that portion of the piping system downstream of the device.
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DefinitionsDefinitions REGULATOR, SERVICE PRESSURE. For
natural gas systems, a device installed by the serving gas supplier to reduce and limit the service line pressure to delivery pressure.
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DefinitionsDefinitions THIRD-PARTY
CERTIFICATION AGENCY. An approved agency operating a product or material certification system that incorporates initial product testing, assessment and surveillance of a manufacturer's quality control system.
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DefinitionsDefinitions THIRD-PARTY CERTIFIED. Certification
obtained by the manufacturer indicating that the function and performance characteristics of a product or material have been determined by testing and ongoing surveillance by an approved third-party certification agency.
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DefinitionsDefinitions THIRD-PARTY TESTED.
Procedure by which an approved testing laboratory provides documentation that a product, material or system conforms to specified requirements.
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DefinitionsDefinitions1. ____ Third-Party
Certified
2. ____ Regulator Service Pressure
3. ____ Excess Flow Valve (EFV)
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4. ____ Third-Party Tested
5. ____ Flashback Arrestor Check Valve
6. ____ Third-Party Certification Agency
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Chapter 3General RegulationsChapter 3General Regulations
Module 3
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General Regulations Chapter 3General Regulations Chapter 3 Governs the approval
and installation of equipment and appliances.
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General Regulations/RequirementsGeneral Regulations/Requirements In accordance with other codes Labeling Structural safety Combustion, ventilation, dilution air Clearance reduction for required clearances
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ConsistencyConsistency
International Building Code (IBC) International Mechanical Code (IMC) International Energy Conservation Code
(IECC) International Plumbing Code (IPC) Listed Appliances Manufacturer’s Instructions
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Listed and labeled – 301.3Listed and labeled – 301.3 The code intends that appliances be installed
and used in a manner consistent with the nature of their listing. This will prevent an appliance from being used in an application other than for what it was listed.
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Appliance Labeling and Listing -301.5Appliance Labeling and Listing -301.5 Required information Manufacturer’s name or
trademark Model number Serial number Hourly rating in Btu/h (W) Type of fuel Seal or mark of testing
agency Minimum clearance
requirements
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Label and ListingLabel and Listing
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Trane Co.
TUE 080 A936KZ
N315TK1ZG
80,000
Natural Gas
AGA
ANSI Z21.47-2003
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Manufacturer: ___________________________ Model number: __________________________ Serial number: __________________________ Hourly rating in Btu/hr (W): ________________ Type of fuel: ____________________________ Testing agency:__________________________ Test Standard: ________________________
Flood Hazard – 301.11Flood Hazard – 301.11 Section 1612 of the IBC for utilities and
attendant equipment. For structures located in flood hazard areas,
the appliance, equipment and system installations shall be located at or above the elevation required.
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Structural Integrity – 302 Structural Integrity – 302 Installation of fuel gas piping systems and
appliances must not affect: Structural integrity of building components Fire-resistive integrity of building components
Cutting, notching and drilling of structural members and penetration of assemblies must be regulated.
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Cutting and Notches in Wood StudsCutting and Notches in Wood Studs
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Bored Hole RequirementsBored Hole Requirements
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Structural IntegrityStructural Integrity
Identify what is wrong
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Structural IntegrityStructural Integrity
Identify what is wrong.
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Structural IntegrityStructural Integrity
Identify what is wrong.
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Appliance Location Appliance Location
Hazardous locations(Section 303.2)
Appliances shall not be located in hazardous locations unless listed and approved for such use.
Closets and alcoves(Sections 303.5)
Furnaces and boilers installed in closets and alcoves must be listed for such installation
Outdoor installations(Section 303.6)
.Appliances installed outdoors must be listed for such installation
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Prohibited Locations – 303.3 Prohibited Locations – 303.3
Fuel-fired appliance shall not be located in: Sleeping rooms Bathrooms Toilet rooms Storage closets Surgical rooms
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Prohibited LocationsProhibited Locations Five exceptions
1. Direct-vent appliances.2. Vented room heaters, wall furnaces, vented
decorative appliances or decorative appliances.
3. A single wall-mounted, unvented room heater with an input rating 6000 Btu/hr installed in a bathroom.
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Prohibited LocationsProhibited Locations
Five exceptions (cont.)4. A single-listed, wall-mounted, unvented room
heater with an input rating 10,000 Btu/hr. 5. Appliances in a dedicated enclosure in which
all combustion air is taken directly from the outdoors.
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Prohibited Locations – 303.3Prohibited Locations – 303.3
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Appliance locations
Protection from Vehicle Impact –303.4Protection from Vehicle Impact –303.4
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Appliance Protected from Vehicle Impact
Appliance LocationAppliance Location1. A water heater is located in a closet that
is accessed through a bathroom. All combustion air is taken from the building interior in full compliance with Section 304.5.
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YES or NO
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Appliance LocationAppliance Location2. A wall-mounted, unvented room heater is
installed in a bedroom with exterior walls. The heater has a oxygen depletion safety shutoff device and the bedroom has the volume required by Section 304.5. The input rating of the heater is 11,000 Btu/hr.
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YES or NO
Combustion, Ventilation, and Dilution Air – 304 Combustion, Ventilation, and Dilution Air – 304 Gas utilization equipment requires air for
combustion, ventilation and dilution of flue gases
Requirements assure: Proper air supply for the combustion and venting
process Ventilation cooling for appliances
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Reliability of Air Supply –304.4Reliability of Air Supply –304.4
Maintenance of appropriate relationships Choice of appliance
location / contaminated atmospheres Advantages of direct-
vent appliances
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Free Area of an Opening –304.10 Free Area of an Opening –
304.10
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Decision Tree for Combustion AirDecision Tree for Combustion Air
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Indoor Combustion Air –304.5Indoor Combustion Air –304.5
To determine if volume of spaces meets combustion air demand of appliances:1. Determine type (s) of appliance (s)2. Determine input rating for appliances3. Determine if air change rate (ACR) is known4. Determine volume calculation method to use5. Calculate the required volume for each
appliance.
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Indoor Combustion Air –304.5Indoor Combustion Air –304.5
To determine if volume of spaces meets combustion air demand:6. Find available volume of room or rooms. 7. Determine if makeup air required for exhaust
systems, clothes dryers, etc.. 8. Add the calculated volumes and compare the
total required volume to the available volume. 9. Determine if available volume is sufficient.
Determine if spaces need to be combined to increase available volume.
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Indoor Combustion Air CalculationIndoor Combustion Air Calculation
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Indoor Combustion Air CalculationIndoor Combustion Air Calculation
1. Calculate required volume for each boiler (Equation 3-2).
2. Calculate required volume for each water heater (Equation 3-1).
3. Total volumes required for all appliancesBoiler 1 5,350Boiler 2 5,350Water heater 1 4,500
+ Water heater 2 4,500Total: 19,700 ft.3
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Indoor Combustion Air CalculationIndoor Combustion Air Calculation
4. Determine available (actual) volume in building Basement volume 48ft. X 25ft. X 9ft. = 10,800 ft3
Grade-floor volume 48ft. X 25ft. X 9ft. = 10,800 ft3
5. Louvered door opening area adequate? Determine actual louvered opening. Section 304.10
30 in. x 72 in. = 2,160 in2 x .25 = 540 in2
Determine required area. Section 304.5.2 (400,000 Btu/h / 1,000) x 2 = 800 in.
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Indoor Combustion Air CalculationIndoor Combustion Air Calculation
Combined volume (both stories) > Required Louvered door opening area: Inadequate Possible Solutions?
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Adding outdoor openings in accordance with Section 304.7 or providing metal louvers in
the door instead of wood.
Mechanical Combustion Air CalculationMechanical Combustion Air Calculation
Calculate required airflow rate for combustion air fan (304.9)
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Mechanical Combustion Air CalculationMechanical Combustion Air Calculation
1. Total appliance input rating:
2. Total input Btu/h / 1000 Btu/h x 0.35 CFM
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= 750,000 Btu/h
= 262.5 CFM
Combined Indoor/Outdoor Air – 304.7Combined Indoor/Outdoor Air – 304.7
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Combined Indoor/Outdoor Air – 304.7Combined Indoor/Outdoor Air – 304.7
Required volume of room = 9,000 ft.3
Actual room volume = 8,000 ft.3
Ratio of available to required = 0.89 Outdoor size reduction factor = 0.11 Area of boiler vent connector = 56.5 in2
Actual required size = 6.6 in2
Minimum area must be = 9 in2
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Combustion Air Ducts – 304.11 Combustion Air Ducts – 304.11
In general, combustion air ducts must: Be composed of corrosion-resistant material. Terminate in an unobstructed space. Serve a single appliance enclosure. Not serve both upper / lower combustion
openings.
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Combustion Air Ducts – 304.11 Combustion Air Ducts – 304.11
In general, combustion air ducts must: (cont.) Maintain separation between openings at air
source. Not be screened where terminating in attic. Not be sloped. Duct openings to outdoors are at least 12
inches above grade.
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Contaminated Atmospheres –304.12 Contaminated Atmospheres –304.12 If Indoor combustion air
is contaminated or, Contamination of
occupancy is anticipated
Then Outdoor combustion
air must be provided
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Installation – 305.1 Installation – 305.1 Installation instructions must be available: On site At time of inspection
If the code and manufacturer’s instructions disagree: the most restrictive provision must prevail
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Elevation of Ignition Source –305.3 Elevation of Ignition Source –305.3
Elevate appliances so that the ignition source is no less than 18 inches above floor in:
Hazardous locations. Public garages. Private garages. Repair garages. Motor fuel-dispensing
facilities. Parking garages.
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Installation in Residential Garages – 305.3.1Installation in Residential Garages – 305.3.1
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Elevation of Appliances Not Required
Garage InstallationGarage InstallationPublic Garages(Section 305.4)
Private Garages(Section 305.5)
8 feet (2438 mm) above floor 6 feet (1829 mm) above floor
Where the motor vehicles are capable of passing under an appliance, the
appliance must be installed at the clearance required by the manufacture
and not less than 1 foot (305 mm) higher than the tallest vehicle garage
door opening.If appliances are protected from motor
vehicle impact, are installed in accordance with NFPA 30A, and the
ignition source elevation requirements of this code are met, the 8-foot (2438 mm)
height requirement does not apply.
If appliances are protected from motorvehicle impact and the ignition sourceelevation requirements of this code are
met, the 6-foot (1829 mm) height requirement does not apply.
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Garage InstallationsGarage Installations
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Public Garages
Garage InstallationsGarage Installations
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Garage Space vs. Living Space
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Equipment and appliances on roof or elevated structures – 306.5Equipment and appliances on roof or elevated structures – 306.5
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Guards – 306.6Guards – 306.6
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Guards
Guards – 306.6 Guards – 306.6
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Roof Plan View
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Scope - 308.1 Scope - 308.1 For the purposes of this code, gypsum
board is identified as a combustible material, as it is in the IMC.
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Clearance Reduction - Table 308.2 Clearance Reduction - Table 308.2
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Clearance ReductionClearance Reduction
Rooms considered large in comparison with size of equipment Assemblies listed for such appliances are also
permitted. Linear interpolation is permitted between distances in
Table 308.2. Reduced clearances below range of the table are not
permitted. Clearances shall not be reduced where reduction is
specifically prohibited by the terms of the appliance or equipment listing.
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Electrical Bonding – 310 Electrical Bonding – 310
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Gas Pipe Bonding by Appliance Branch Circuit
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) – 310.1.1 Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) – 310.1.1
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CSST Bonding
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Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) – 310.1.1 Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) – 310.1.1
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Alternate Location for Bonding Clamp
Chapter 4Gas Piping InstallationsChapter 4Gas Piping Installations
Module 4
Scope IncludesScope Includes
Design Materials Components Installation Fabrication
Assembly Testing Inspection Operation
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Gas Piping InstallationGas Piping Installation Addresses the intent to minimize hazards
associated with the use and distribution of highly flammable fuel gas.
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Identification - 401.9Identification - 401.9 Each length of pipe or
tubing and each pipe fitting must have the manufacturer's identification.
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Third-party testing and certification - 401.10Third-party testing and certification - 401.10 All piping, tubing and fittings shall comply with
the applicable referenced standards, specifications and performance criteria of this code and shall be identified in accordance with Section 401.9.
Piping, tubing and fittings shall either be tested by an approved third-party testing agency or certified by an approved third-party certification agency.
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Plan ReviewPlan Review
Sized to accommodate full utilization of all the gas utilization equipment in the plan simultaneously.
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Five Step Review ProcessFive Step Review Process
1. Determine maximum gas demand2. Determine length to most remote outlet3. Select correct table4. Locate gas demand figures5. Locate nominal size of pipe required
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What You Need to KnowWhat You Need to Know To determine compliance: Allowable loss in pressure from point of
delivery to gas utilization equipment Maximum gas demand Length of piping and number of fittings Labeled pipe sizes Specific gravity of the gas Diversity factor
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Gas Piping System Gas Piping System
• Tables in Chapter 4 determine sizing of gas piping.
• Variables to take into account1. Type of fuel gas2. Specific gravity of gas3. Gas supply pressure4. Pressure drop indicated5. Piping material used
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Gas Piping System Gas Piping System
Table A.2.4 lists multipliers Used with Tables 402.4(1) through
402.4(22) where specific gravity of gas is other than 0.60.
Several tables are used to determine sizing between First- and second-stage regulators Single- or second-stage regulators and
appliances
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Tables 402.4(1) through 402.4(35)Tables 402.4(1) through 402.4(35)
Which table would you use? A gas piping system using Schedule 40
steel piping with an identified pressure drop of 0.5 in wc; with a gas pressure of < 0.5 psi (< 3.4 kPa) and conveying a gas of 0.6 specific gravity.
Table 402.4(2)
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Tables 402.4(1) through 402.4(35)Tables 402.4(1) through 402.4(35)
Which table would you use? A gas piping system using Schedule 40
steel piping with an identified pressure drop of 1.0 psi (6.9 kPa), gas pressure of 2 psi(14 kPa) and conveying a gas of 0.7 specific gravity.
Table 402.4(3) and Appendix Table A.2.4
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Gas System Sizing ProblemGas System Sizing Problem
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Gas System Sizing ProblemGas System Sizing Problem
1. Determine maximum gas demand:Outlet A: 20 cfh (ft3/h)Outlet B: 45 cfh (ft3/h)Outlet C: 73 cfh (ft3/h)Outlet D: 133 cfh (ft3/h)Maximum gas demand: 271 cfh (ft3/h)
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Gas System Sizing ProblemGas System Sizing Problem
2. Determine length to the most remote outlet:Section 1: 15 ft.Section 2: 25 ft.Section 3:Section 4:Section 5:Total pipe length to most remote outlet: 80 ft.
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5 ft.5 ft.30 ft.
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Gas System Sizing ProblemGas System Sizing Problem
3. Select applicable table:Specific gravity:Gas pressure:Pressure drop:Type of material:Special conditions:Table Used:
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0.6010 IN WC0.5 IN WCSteel PipeNA402.4(2)
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Gas System Sizing ProblemGas System Sizing Problem
4. Locate gas demand figures: Horizontal row showing length of piping Indicates length from point of delivery to most
remote outlet If not exact, use next longer distance Use this row for all gas demand figures
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Gas System Sizing ProblemGas System Sizing Problem
5. Locate nominal size of pipe required: Outlet C: 73 ft3/h requires 3/4 inch pipe
Outlet D: 133 ft3/h requires 1 inch pipe
Pipe Section 4 (A,B,C): 138 ft3/h requires 1 inch pipe
Pipe Section 5 (A,B,C,D): 271 ft3/h requires 1 ¼ inch pipe
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Branch Length Method Branch Length Method Determine the size of gas piping sections
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Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method Determine the size of trunkline sections Determine load for each section of pipe A = 230 MBH B = 170 MBH C = 135 MBH D = 95 MBH E = 20 MBH
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= 402.4(2)
Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method Determine the size of trunk line sections Determine size for each section of pipe A = 1 ¼ inch B = 1 inch C = 1 inch D = ¾ inch E = 3/8 inch
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Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method Determine the load for the following
branch sections Section F: Section G: Section H: Section I: Section J:
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20 ft3/h60 ft3/h35 ft3/h40 ft3/h75 ft3/h
Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method Determine the length for each branch Section F: Section G: Section H: Section I: Section J:
Determine the table to use Table 402.4(13)
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85 ft.25 ft.40 ft.60 ft.75 ft.
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Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method Determine the size for each section of gas pipe.
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Pipe Section Length (ft.) Load (MBH) Size
A 85 20 18
B 25 60 19
C 40 35 18
D 60 40 23
E 75 75 30
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Hybrid Pressure System Sizing –402.4.3Hybrid Pressure System Sizing –402.4.3
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Parallel System – 6” WCParallel System – 6” WC
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Parallel System – 6” WCParallel System – 6” WC Required Size (CSST) A B C D E F G
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MP RegulatorMP Regulator
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Medium Pressure SystemMedium Pressure System
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Medium Pressure SystemMedium Pressure System Required Size (CSST) A B C D E F G
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Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method
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Branch Length MethodBranch Length Method
Required Size 40” Steel Pipe A B C D E F G
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Required Size (CSST) H I J K L M N
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1 ¼”1 ¼” 1”1”¾”¾”3/8”
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Piping Materials - 403Piping Materials - 403 Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing Plastic Piping Copper Tubing Number and Length of Threads
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Piping Material Piping Material
Identify any code violations apparent in the installation
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Tubing joints – 403.10.2Tubing joints – 403.10.2
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Press Copper Fitting
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Piping System Installation - 404 Piping System Installation - 404
Prohibited locations Piping in concealed locations Underground penetration prohibited Protection against physical damage Piping in solid floors Conduit with both ends terminating indoors Minimum burial depth Individual outdoor appliances
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404.2 CSST Piping Systems404.2 CSST Piping Systems CSST piping systems shall be installed in
accordance with their listing and the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
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Sample installation instructions for CSST gas pipingSample installation instructions for CSST gas piping
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Underground penetration prohibited – 404.6Underground penetration prohibited – 404.6
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Above Grade Entrance/Exit
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Piping in Solid Floors – 404.8Piping in Solid Floors – 404.8
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Conduit with both ends terminating indoors – 404.8.2 & 404.14.2Conduit with both ends terminating indoors – 404.8.2 & 404.14.2
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Piping Under Slab Between Interior Points
Protective coatings and wrapping - 404.11.2Protective coatings and wrapping - 404.11.2 Field application is only permitted where the factory-applied material may
have been damaged during transit or installation where the applied coating was removed
for pipe welding or threading of the pipe; for short sections (nipples) of pipe used
in the installation.
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Minimum burial depth – 404.11.2Minimum burial depth – 404.11.2
To avoid possible harm to the pipe from the use of hand tools a depth of 12 inches is considered sufficient.
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Prohibited devices -404.18Prohibited devices -404.18 Excess flow valves
and other devices are allowed to be installed in gas piping provided that the piping system has been designed for such restrictions.
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Inspection, Testing and Purging -406Inspection, Testing and Purging -406 All piping installation must be inspected and
pressure tested. Includes: Visual inspection Pressure test
Leakage test verifies connection to appliances are gas-tight.
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Appliance isolation – 406.3.4Appliance isolation – 406.3.4 Since the minimum required test pressure
exceeds the maximum inlet pressure for most appliances, the appliance must not be connected to the piping system during pressure testing.
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Purging – 406.7Purging – 406.7
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Combustible Gas Indicator Section 406.7.1.4Combustible Gas Indicator Section 406.7.1.4 Combustible gas
indicator shall be listed and calibrated in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction and display a volume scale from zero to 100 percent in 1 percent or smaller increments.
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GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1
GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.11. Design operating
pressure greater than 2 psig.
2. Pipe being purged contains one or more sections of pipe or tubing meeting the size and length criteria of Table 406.7.1.1.
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GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1
GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1
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GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1
GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1PROCEDURERemoval from ServicePlacing in ServiceAppliance/Equipment Purge
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Piping support design and installation – 407.2 Piping support design and installation – 407.2 All materials and devices used to hang or
support gas piping must be constructed of metal. Piping is allowed to rest upon and be supported
by building structural components.
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GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.2.1
GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.2.11. Design operating pressure is 2 psig or less.2. Piping being purged is constructed entirely of
pipe or tubing not meeting the size and length criteria of Table 406.7.1.1.
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GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1
GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.1
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GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.2.1
GAS LINE PURGING CHECKLISTFOR THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONSBASED ON IFGC SECTION 406.7.2.1PROCEDUREAppliance/Equipment Purge
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Sediment Trap - 408.4Sediment Trap - 408.4
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Shutoff Valves - 409Shutoff Valves - 409
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Appliance shutoff valves located at manifold – 409.5 and 409.5.3Appliance shutoff valves located at manifold – 409.5 and 409.5.3 Appliance shutoff valves are now permitted to be
located within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of the appliance on a remote manifold.
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Shutoff valve for laboratories –409.6Shutoff valve for laboratories –409.6
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Master Shutoff Valve for Laboratories
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Gas Flow Controls Gas Flow Controls Medium Pressure (MP) gas regulators
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Hybrid Pressure System
Gas Flow ControlsGas Flow Controls Medium Pressure (MP) gas regulators
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Low-pressure (Single) System
Venting of regulators – 410.3Venting of regulators – 410.3
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Gas Pressure Regulator
Vent piping – 410.3.1Vent piping – 410.3.1 Regulator relief vents and breather vents must
be connected to vent piping constructed of the same materials as allowed for gas distribution.
The text addresses the practice of joining multiple vents to a manifold piping arrangement.
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Excess Flow Valves - 410.4Excess Flow Valves - 410.4
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Flashback arrestor check valve -410.5Flashback arrestor check valve -410.5
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Appliance Connections - 411Appliance Connections - 411
Choice of connection type to use must take into consideration: Appliance movement Vibration Ambient conditions Susceptibility to physical damage
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Connecting appliances- 411.1Connecting appliances- 411.1
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Commercial cooking appliances – 411.1.1 Commercial cooking appliances – 411.1.1 Connectors listed to ANSI Z21.69 are required
for all commercial cooking appliances that are moved from cleaning/sanitation purposes.
Connectors are designed to tolerate repeated movement to allow for cleaning operations or relocation.
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Connector Installation Connector Installation
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Connector Installation
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Prohibited locations and penetrations – 411.1.3.3Prohibited locations and penetrations – 411.1.3.3
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Connector Piping Downstream of Shutoff Valve
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Suspended low-intensity infrared tube heaters – 411.3Suspended low-intensity infrared tube heaters – 411.3
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Connector Piping Downstream of Shutoff Valve
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Chapter 5Chimneys and VentsChapter 5Chimneys and Vents
Module 5
Chimneys and VentsChimneys and Vents
Code provides requirements for: InstallationMaintenance Repair Approval Of residential and commercial chimney and venting systems.
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Purpose of VentingPurpose of Venting Venting Systems Convey products of combustion to the outdoors
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General RequirementsGeneral Requirements Every fuel-burning appliance is required to be
vented except as allowed by Section 501.8 Venting method must be designed for particular
type of appliance Venting material and method of installation
depend on characteristics of gas utilization equipment
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Operating CharacteristicsOperating Characteristics Positive or non-positive pressure in the venting
system Temperature of vent gases and possibility of
condensation
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Appliance CategoriesAppliance Categories
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Venting SystemsVenting Systems Type B Gas Vent Type BW Gas Vent Type L Vent Chimney Single-Wall Metal Pipe Plastic Pipe and Stainless Steel special vents
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ChimneysChimneys
Masonry chimneys Multiple solid fuel
prohibited Gas-fired appliances Decorative shrouds Existing chimneys
and vents
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Chimney TerminationsChimney Terminations
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Chimney TerminationsChimney Terminations
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Gas-fired appliances – 501.11Gas-fired appliances – 501.11 Manufacturer’s instructions specify very limited
conditions under which the appliance is allowed to vent to a masonry chimney.
Conditions include: size; state or condition; location and construction of a chimney.
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Decorative shrouds Decorative shrouds Decorative shrouds are
intended to conceal chimney and vent terminations to improve the appearance of a building.
Only specific listed/tested assemblies are allowed
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Existing Chimneys and Vents –501.15Existing Chimneys and Vents –501.15
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Sizing Venting SystemsSizing Venting Systems Important to correctly size fuel gas
systems: Minimize condensation Maintain required draft in Category I and II Convey products of combustion to the
outdoors Prevent moisture damage Avoid overheating of equipment and building
materials
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Vent System Performance FactorsVent System Performance Factors
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Length of vent connector –503.10.8Length of vent connector –503.10.8 The connector length limits are applicable in all
cases except where part of an engineered system.
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Evaluation of a common vent system Evaluation of a common vent system
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Common Vent System
Offset
Allsingle wallfittingsandpipe
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Passage through ceilings, floors or walls – 503.10.13Passage through ceilings, floors or walls – 503.10.13
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Passage through ceilings, floors or walls – 503.10.13Passage through ceilings, floors or walls – 503.10.13
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Combined connectors – 504.3.4Combined connectors – 504.3.4
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Connector Length LimitConnector Length Limit
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Connector Length LimitConnector Length LimitA: Actual connector length
Max. allowedB: Actual connector length
Max. allowedC: Actual connector length
Max. allowed
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= 2.5= 4.5= 4.5= 6.0= 9.5= 9.0
Length Alternative Length Alternative
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Length Alternative Length Alternative 1. Determine maximum allowable vent
connector lengthUse Table 504.3.2 5 inch connector diameter
7 ½ feet.
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Length Alternative Length Alternative 2. Determine absolute maximum allowable
vent connector lengthUse Section 503.10.9 5 inch connector diameter
20 feet.
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Length Alternative Length Alternative 3. Evaluate steps 1 and 2 Apply the more restrictive criteria, or Apply connector length alternative provisions
of Section 504.3.3
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Maximum Allowable Vent Connector Length Maximum Allowable Vent Connector Length
4. Apply provisions of Section 504.3.3 Use Tables 504.3(2) and 504.3(1) Extend vent connector maximum length to 15 feet Apply 10 percent capacity reduction Maximum input capacity of 176,000 Btu/h
[176,000 x .90] = 158,400 Btu/h 158,400 Btu > 135,000 Btu/h Boiler exceeds minimum required input of
59,000 Btu/h in Table 504.2(1)
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(A/B × C) + D(2.5/5 × 30) + 195(1/2 × 30) + 19515 + 195 = 210
Common Vent offsets – 504.3.5Common Vent offsets – 504.3.5
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Offset in Attic to Avoid Streetside Roof Penetration
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Common vertical vent offset –504.3.5 Common vertical vent offset –504.3.5
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Seven Times Rule – 504.2.8 & 504.3.17 Seven Times Rule – 504.2.8 & 504.3.17 Flow area of vertical vent must not be larger
than seven times the area of the smallest appliance vent connection.
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Category I AppliancesCategory I Appliances Central furnaces
(forced air types) Low pressure boilers Water heaters Duct furnaces Unit heaters Vented room heaters Floor furnaces Conversion burners
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Vent offsets – 504.2.3Vent offsets – 504.2.3 To create a lateral (horizontal) run of vent or a
vent connector, one or two elbows are necessary.
Tables account for two 90-degree changes in direction.
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Height entries - 504.2.17 and 504.3.28Height entries - 504.2.17 and 504.3.28 Tables 504.2(1) through 504.2(6) Actual height of a vent falls between entries in the
height column Either interpolation shall be used or the lower
appliance input rating FAN MAX and NAT MAX column values and the
higher appliance input rating shall be used for the FAN MIN column values.
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Height entries - 504.2.17 and 504.3.28Height entries - 504.2.17 and 504.3.28
Consider a single, Category I appliance with an 8 inch B-vent height of 18 feet. The lateral offset is 5 feet and the B-vent
is directly connected to the appliance. What are the values for FAN MAX, NAT
MAX and FAN MIN?
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Table InterpolationTable Interpolation
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Table InterpolationTable Interpolation
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Table InterpolationTable Interpolation Step 1: Find the maximum vent capacity
(MAX) at the first height entry greater than 121/2 feet, [i.e., 15 feet ].
Step 2: Find the maximum vent capacity (MAX) at the next height entry lower than 121/2 feet, [i.e., 10 feet ].
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Table InterpolationTable Interpolation Step 3: Determine the difference between
the two maximum vent capacities. Step 4: Determine the maximum vent
capacity for a 121/2-foot-high (3810 mm) vent.
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Sizing Venting System: Two or More Appliances – 504.3Sizing Venting System: Two or More Appliances – 504.3 A common vent is a vent for two or more
appliances on the same floor level Must be designed to vent products of
combustion when: Any one Any combination, and All of the connected appliances operate
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Sizing Venting System: Two or More AppliancesSizing Venting System: Two or More Appliances Connector, for purposes of designing a common
vent Is that part of the vent piping between the
appliance outlet and its junction with the rest of the system For each connector the correct size must be
found
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Vent fitting – 504.3.9 Vent fitting – 504.3.9
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Common Vent Fittings
Tee and wye fittings – 504.3.9.1Tee and wye fittings – 504.3.9.1
This code section requires tees and wyes used in common vent systems to be constructed of the same materials as the common vent.
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Height and Rise Measurements –504.3.11 & 504.3.12Height and Rise Measurements –504.3.11 & 504.3.12 Least total height Vertical distance from highest appliance outlet
to lowest discharge opening of vent cap Least total height is used for vent sizing for all
connected appliances on one floor level.
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Size B vent systemSize B vent system
Rise Measurement - Rise (R) Vertical distance from the draft hood outlet or
flue collar to the level where the vent gas streams merge
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Size B vent systemSize B vent system
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FANNAT
Size B vent systemSize B vent system
Find each connector size Correct Table: Least total height and vent rise Vent height: Water heater rise: Furnace rise:
Vent connector size Water heater: Furnace:
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Table 504.3(1)
15 feet1 foot3 feet
4 inch 5 inch
Size B vent systemSize B vent system
Find common vent size Total Btu/h input: Combined input rating: Size of common vent:
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164,000 Btu/h5 inch
Flue gases must leave the structure – 503.6.4Flue gases must leave the structure – 503.6.4
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Top Location Rules
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Gas Vent TerminationGas Vent Termination
Determine which diagram shows correct vent termination requirement
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Venting SystemVenting System Given the following
information, size the entire venting system. Water heater 40,000 Btu/h Natural draft 3-inch draft hood Furnace 80,000 Btu/h Fan assisted 4 inch flue collar
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
A. Diameter for the water heater connector.4 inches
B. Diameter for the furnace connector.4 inches
C. Percent capacity reduction for common vent.20 percent, Sections 504.3.5 and 505.3.6
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
D. Diameter of common vent.5 inches, (159,000 Btu/h ´ 0.80 =
127,200 Btu/h)E. Maximum allowable horizontal connector
length.6 feet or in accordance with Sections 504.3.2 and 503.10.9 the MAX Length allowed is 12.75' (75% ´ 17' = 12.75)
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
F. Maximum allowable length of common vent offset.
7.5
G. Is interpolation necessary?No
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
Determine the venting system sizing for the two appliances.
Find the size of the common vent based on least total height and the combination of connected appliances
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
A. Furnace Connector Material: Size:
B. Water Heater Connector Material:Size:
C. Common Vent Size:
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Type B 4 inches, [Table 504.3(1)]
Single-wall 4 inches, [Table 504.3(2)]
4 inches (10% reduction for offset, 132,000 Btu/h ´0.9 = 118,800 Btu/h)
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Sizing of Venting Systems for Two or More AppliancesSizing of Venting Systems for Two or More Appliances
D. Interpolation Necessary? E. Any Noted Violations?
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No
Direct-vent terminationsDirect-vent terminations
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Direct Vent AppliancesDirect Vent Appliances
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Commercial cooking appliance vented by exhaust hoodsCommercial cooking appliance vented by exhaust hoods
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Solenoid Valve Interlock Method
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Mechanical Draft Venting System TerminationsMechanical Draft Venting System Terminations
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Chapter 6Specific AppliancesChapter 6Specific Appliances
Module 6
Specific AppliancesSpecific Appliances Provides requirements for all aspects of specific
appliances Special requirements for installation and location Assures for installation in accordance with
manufacturer’s installation instructions
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ScopeScope Approval Design Installation Construction Maintenance Alteration Repair
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AppliancesAppliances Standards Typical Application Prohibited Installations Major code enforcement issues
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AppliancesAppliances Decorative Gas-Fired Appliances for Installation
in Vented Fireplaces (Section 602) Gas Fireplaces (Section 604) Gas Fireplace Heaters (Section 605) Vented Wall Furnaces (Section 608)
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AppliancesAppliances Floor Furnaces (Section 609) Non-recirculating Direct-Fired Industrial Air
Heaters (Section 611) Recirculating Direct-Fired Industrial Air Heaters
(Section 612) Cloths Dryers (Section 613) Clothes Dryer exhaust (Section 614)
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Projection required – 614.6.3Projection required – 614.6.3 Section 614.6.3
requires clothes dryer exhaust ducts to be protected from penetration by fasteners such as drywall screws and trim nails
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Length identification – 614.6.6Length identification – 614.6.6 Requires a label or
tag to be placed by the point of connection to a concealed clothes dryer exhaust duct system.
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Common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structuresCommon exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structures
Provides 11 provisions for the construction of a multistory common exhaust shaft to serve clothes dryers on multiple floors. The shaft in which the duct is installed shall be
constructed and fire-resistant rated as required by the IBC.
Dampers shall be prohibited in the exhaust duct. Rigid metal ductwork shall be installed within the shaft
to convey the exhaust.
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Common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structuresCommon exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structures
Provides 11 provisions for the construction of a multistory common exhaust shaft to serve clothes dryers on multiple floors. The ductwork within the shaft shall be designed and
installed without offsets. The exhaust fan motor design shall be in accordance
with Section 503.2 of the IMC. The exhaust fan motor shall be located outside of the
airstream.
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Common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structuresCommon exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structures
Provides 11 provisions for the construction of a multistory common exhaust shaft to serve clothes dryers on multiple floors. The exhaust fan shall run continuously, and shall be
connected to a standby power source. The exhaust fan operation shall be monitored in an
approved location and shall initiate an audible or visual signal when the fan is not in operation.
Makeup air shall be provided for the exhaust system.
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Common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structuresCommon exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structures
Provides 11 provisions for the construction of a multistory common exhaust shaft to serve clothes dryers on multiple floors. A cleanout opening shall be located at the base of the
shaft to provide access to the duct to allow for cleaning and inspection.
Screens shall not be installed at the termination.
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AppliancesAppliances Forced-Air Warm-Air Furnaces (Section 618) Unit Heaters (Section 620) Unvented Room Heaters (Section 621) Cooking Appliances (Section 623)
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AppliancesAppliances Water Heaters
(Section 624) Air Conditioning
Equipment (Section 627)
Illuminating Appliances (Section 628)
Boilers (Section 631)
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Outdoor Decorative Appliances–636.1Outdoor Decorative Appliances–636.1 Permanently, fixed-in-
place outdoor decorative appliances must be tested in accordance with ANSI Z21.97 and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Review and Final QuestionsReview and Final Questions
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