Gas PipingQuestion 251 of 360
An appliance shutoff valve is being installed. Which condition satisfies the accessibility requirement?
a.Behind the appliance where tools are needed to reach it
b.In the same room as the appliance and readily accessible for operation
c.Inside a locked utility closet in another room
d.Buried in the wall behind drywall
Explanation
The appliance shutoff valve must be in the same room as the appliance and readily accessible so it can be operated by hand in an emergency without removing panels or the appliance. A valve hidden behind the unit, locked away, or concealed in a wall does not meet the requirement. Ready access is about being able to reach and turn it quickly.
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