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What is NYC BC § 409.3.2?

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This section outlines the requirements for exhaust air systems in projection rooms, specifying that the lamp exhaust system must be interconnected with the lamp to ensure proper airflow. It mandates that exhaust air ducts terminate outside the building to prevent recirculation into air supply systems. Applies to building owners operating projection rooms.

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409.3.2 Exhaust air.

BC § 409.3.2

Projection rooms are permitted to be exhausted through the lamp exhaust system. The lamp exhaust system shall be positively interconnected with the lamp so that the lamp will not operate unless there is the required airflow. Exhaust air ducts shall terminate at the exterior of the building in such a location that the exhaust air cannot be readily recirculated into any air supply system. The projection room ventilation system is permitted to also serve appurtenant rooms, such as the generator and rewind rooms.

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