Gauges

Detail ID 7.0303.4
Topic
Water Heating
Subtopic
Distribution Components
Desired Outcome

Safe and accurate sensor readings of distribution system

SF Single Family Site-Built Housing
MH Manufactured Housing
MF Multifamily Housing

Specifications

  • MF

Verify current plumbing infrastructure is sufficient to support the installation(s) and is leak-free

Verify adequacy of plumbing

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Select gauges:

with an appropriate range for the design specifications

that can be easily read in the available light conditions

Provide accurate and visible measurement

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Install gauges:

so they can be easily read (e.g., not facing the wall, or so high a ladder or stool is needed to access)

so they are not adversely affected by other equipment through heat conduction

Install surface-mount thermometers so that thermocouple for digital gauges is tight to the pipe and wrapped with insulation to exclude ambient temperature

Install wet-mount thermometers so they are not in an air pocket (e.g., install on side of pipe, not on top of side-plumbed tanks)

Install pressure gauges so they are not adversely affected by turbulent flow and vibration

Easily accessible gauges that provide accurate measurements

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Install gauges according to manufacturer specifications and applicable code (e.g., IPC, IRC, NFPA 70)

If conflict exists between code and manufacturer specifications, apply the more restrictive requirement

Safe, compliant installation

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Install a water cut-off valve on both sides of the gauge

Allow isolation and service of gauge

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When connecting non-ferrous metal pump to existing ferrous piping, install a dielectric union or a plastic-lined steel nipple a minimum of 4" long to connect the two piping systems

Minimize corrosion between dissimilar metals

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Provide occupants/owners with user's manual, warranty information, installation instructions, and installer contact information

Manufacturer supplied information available to occupant

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