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According to the code, which of the following statements is true about capping outlets?
According to the code, which of the following statements is true about capping outlets?
- Capping outlets is only required for certain types of appliances.
- All outlets, including valves, must be capped immediately after installation. (correct)
- Outlets do not need to be capped if they are connected to an appliance.
- Outlets only need to be capped if they will not be used for an extended period.
What is the exception for laboratory appliances regarding capping outlets?
What is the exception for laboratory appliances regarding capping outlets?
- There is no exception for laboratory appliances regarding capping outlets.
- Laboratory appliances require special explosion-proof caps.
- Laboratory appliances must have double-capped outlets.
- Laboratory appliances do not require capped outlets. (correct)
Which of the following is permitted as an alternative to capping outlets?
Which of the following is permitted as an alternative to capping outlets?
- Capping the outlet with a non-threaded cap.
- Leaving the outlet uncapped if it will be used within a week.
- Using a standard ball valve to cap the outlet.
- Using a listed quick-disconnect device with integral shutoff. (correct)
What is required for appliance shutoff valves installed in fireplaces used for solid fuel burning?
What is required for appliance shutoff valves installed in fireplaces used for solid fuel burning?
Where must an accessible gas shutoff valve be provided according to the code?
Where must an accessible gas shutoff valve be provided according to the code?
What requirement is given for main gas shutoff valves controlling multiple gas piping systems?
What requirement is given for main gas shutoff valves controlling multiple gas piping systems?
What is required for gas piping systems to be readily identified?
What is required for gas piping systems to be readily identified?
In multiple-tenant buildings supplied through a master meter or without readily accessible meters/regulators, what is required?
In multiple-tenant buildings supplied through a master meter or without readily accessible meters/regulators, what is required?
What is required for each building in a common gas system serving multiple buildings?
What is required for each building in a common gas system serving multiple buildings?
How should emergency shutoff valves be identified?
How should emergency shutoff valves be identified?
What is required for laboratory spaces containing multiple gas outlets?
What is required for laboratory spaces containing multiple gas outlets?
What is prohibited within the interior of gas piping or fittings?
What is prohibited within the interior of gas piping or fittings?
