Outside Air Intake Clearance From Exhaust
Outside air intakes need separation from exhaust, plumbing vents, flues, loading docks, and contamination sources. This is not a guess field layout item.
Stop if This outside air intake is near [exhaust/vent/loading area]. Who verifies required separation before we install/connect? Watch out Do not relocate intakes/exhausts in the field without approval. Do not assume distance is okay because it 'looks far enough.' Check Mechanical/site plan, code/AHJ requirements, equipment manufacturer, wind/weather exposure, and architectural louver location. Steps Mechanical/site plan, code/AHJ requirements, equipment manufacturer, wind/weather exposure, and architectural louver location. Say this to your foreman This outside air intake is near [exhaust/vent/loading area]. Who verifies required separation before we install/connect?
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