Fixtures & Water HeatersQuestion 214 of 360
A water heater's T&P relief valve must be installed so that it is:
a.accessible for inspection, testing, and replacement
b.concealed inside the wall
c.located below the tank base
d.sealed permanently to prevent tampering
Explanation
The relief valve must remain accessible so it can be inspected, manually tested, and replaced when needed. Concealing or sealing it would prevent required maintenance. Its sensing element must reach into the top of the tank where water is hottest.
Law Reference: 2022 California Plumbing Code (CPC) §608.3Practice all 360 questions free — no signup required.
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