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There shall be a shutoff valve no further than _____ from each appliance.
There shall be a shutoff valve no further than _____ from each appliance.
6 feet
If the system serves more than one building, what should be installed?
If the system serves more than one building, what should be installed?
A shutoff shall be installed outside at each building.
What is the maximum distance for a 1/2" pipe shutoff?
What is the maximum distance for a 1/2" pipe shutoff?
- 4 feet
- 8 feet
- 6 feet (correct)
- 10 feet
What is the maximum distance for a 3/4" or 1" pipe shutoff?
What is the maximum distance for a 3/4" or 1" pipe shutoff?
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For a pipe that is 1 1/4" or larger, the maximum horizontal distance is _____ feet.
For a pipe that is 1 1/4" or larger, the maximum horizontal distance is _____ feet.
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For a pipe that is 1 1/4" or larger, the shutoff must be available at _____ floor level.
For a pipe that is 1 1/4" or larger, the shutoff must be available at _____ floor level.
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Study Notes
Shutoff Valve Regulations
- A shutoff valve must be located within 6 feet of each appliance for quick access.
- Valves should be readily accessible and situated in the same room as the appliance.
Building Considerations
- For systems servicing multiple buildings, an exterior shutoff valve is required at each building.
Pipe Size Guidelines
- For 1/2" pipe, the maximum distance for a shutoff is 6 feet.
- For 3/4" or 1" pipe, the shutoff distance increases to 8 feet.
- For pipes measuring 1 1/4" or larger, a horizontal shutoff can be up to 10 feet away.
- Vertical shutoff valves must be installed at every floor level for pipes 1 1/4" or larger.
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