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What is NYC FGC § 503.10.3.4?

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This section outlines the requirements for the installation of common vent connectors or vent manifolds for multiple appliances. It specifies that these systems must be positioned at the highest level feasible and sized according to relevant standards. Applies to building owners managing venting systems for appliances.

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503.10.3.4 Common connector/manifold.

FGC § 503.10.3.4

Where two or more appliances are vented through a common vent connector or vent manifold, the common vent connector or vent manifold shall be located at the highest level consistent with available headroom and the required clearance to combustible materials and shall be sized in accordance with Section 504 or other approved engineering methods. As an alternate method applicable only where there are two draft hood-equipped appliances, the effective area of the common vent connector or vent manifold and all junction fittings shall be not less than the area of the larger vent connector plus 50 percent of the area of the smaller flue collar outlet.

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