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What is NYC FGC § 503.5.7.2?

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This section outlines the requirements for connecting gas appliances and liquid fuel-burning appliances to a chimney flue. It specifies that separate openings or a single opening with a suitable fitting must be used, and that safety shutoff devices are required for automatically controlled appliances. Applies to building owners with such appliances.

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503.5.7.2 Liquid fuel-burning appliances.

FGC § 503.5.7.2

Where one chimney flue serves gas appliances and liquid fuel-burning appliances, the appliances shall be connected through separate openings or shall be connected through a single opening where joined by a suitable fitting located as close as practical to the chimney. Where two or more openings are provided into one chimney flue, they shall be at different levels. Where the appliances are automatically controlled, they shall be equipped with safety shutoff devices.

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