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What is NYC FC § 314.4?

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This section outlines safety requirements for displaying fueled and electric vehicles and watercraft indoors. It mandates that engines not be operated during public display, restricts fuel levels, and prohibits indoor fueling or repairs. Applies to building owners displaying vehicles and watercraft in public areas.

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314.4 Vehicles and watercraft.

FC § 314.4

Fueled and electric vehicles (including motor vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds) and watercraft that are displayed indoors shall comply with the following requirements: 1. Vehicle and watercraft engines shall not be operated at any time when the display is open to the public. Liquid-fueled vehicle and watercraft engine batteries shall be disconnected or the engine otherwise disabled from starting by installation of an ignition lock, "kill switch" (relay) or other approved means. Battery or other electrical connections that are disconnected shall be adequately taped to prevent arcing. For electric and gaseous-fueled vehicles: 1.1. Battery power necessary to preserve vehicle safety features shall be maintained. 1.2. Appropriate safety measures shall be implemented to prevent the engine from being started and/or the vehicle from moving or other approved means, including securing the engine start key or fob and preventing remote engine start.

2.Fuel in fuel tanks shall not exceed one-eighth tank or 2.5 gallons (9.5 L) (whichever is less). Gaseous-fueled vehicles or watercraft shall contain no more fuel than the energy equivalent of 2.5 gallons (9.5 L) of gasoline.

3.Fuel tanks and fill openings shall be closed and secured with a locking gas cap.

4.Fueling or defueling shall not be conducted indoors.

5.No repairs or other work shall be conducted on a motor vehicle or watercraft in the display area.

6.Where indoor display of motor vehicles and watercraft is in Group A occupancies and other public gathering places, aisles with an unobstructed minimum width of 3 feet (914 mm) shall be maintained.

7.Such other requirements as the department may promulgate by rule.

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