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What is NYC FGC § 307.6?

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This section outlines requirements for condensate pumps located in uninhabitable spaces, mandating that they be connected to appliances to prevent operation upon pump failure. Exceptions include scenarios involving auxiliary drain pans and freezing conditions. Applies to building owners managing equipment with condensate pumps.

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307.6 Condensate pumps.

FGC § 307.6

Condensate pumps located in uninhabitable spaces, such as attics and crawl spaces, shall be connected to the appliance or equipment served such that when the pump fails, the appliance or equipment will be prevented from operating. Pumps shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Exceptions: 1. Equipment shutdown shall not be required when the condensate pump resides within the auxiliary drain pan provided under Section 307.5 and an alternate means for unit shutdown due to condensate overflow or leakage, such as a leak detector, is provided.

2.Equipment shutdown shall not be required when the potential for freezing of interior piping systems exists and the auxiliary drain pan provided under Section 307.5 is equipped with a secondary overflow drain that shall discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of a stoppage of the primary drain.

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