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CPVC water pipes may be used for hot and cold water distribution systems within a building.
Threaded plastic pipe shall have a minimum wall thickness of Schedule 80.
Asbestos is specifically not listed in the plumbing code for use in water piping.
The maximum lead content allowed in pipes used to convey potable water is 8%.
A pipe that makes an angle of more than 45 degrees from the vertical axis is considered a horizontal pipe.
The minimum head of water in conducting a hydrostatic test is 3 meters.
A control gate valve is required ahead of each water supplied appliance, slip joints, or supply piping for non-metallic fixtures and appliances.
A plumbing code is a set of regulations adapted by an administrative agency with jurisdiction over materials and design specifications in plumbing.
The term 'insanitary' refers to conditions that are contrary to sanitary principles or injurious to health.
In case of renewal of a plumbing permit, half of the original amount shall be paid.
The maximum distance between manholes should not exceed 91 meters.
All listed options (dishwashers, washing machines, etc.) are considered sud-producing fixtures or appliances.
Atmospheric vacuum breakers for water closets and urinal flushometer valves shall be installed at least 152 mm above the overflow rim.
Water closets should be computed as 6 fixture units when used in determining septic tank size.
Each outlet on a non-potable water line that could be used for drinking or domestic purposes must be posted with a 'DANGER: UNSAFE WATER' sign.
No water closet or bidet shall be set closer than 0.375 meters from its center to any sidewall or obstruction.
A public sewer may be considered unavailable if it is more than 61 meters from the proposed building.
Where practicable, all plumbing fixtures shall be drained into the public sewer or private sewage disposal system by gravity.
Yoke vents should connect at every fifth floor level.
The diameter of an individual vent shall not be less than 32 mm nor less than half the diameter of the drain it connects to.