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What is NYC MC § 1208.1?

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This section outlines the testing requirements for hydronic piping systems, specifying that they must undergo hydrostatic testing at one and one half times the design operating pressure, with a minimum of 100 psi for a duration of at least 2 hours. Applies to building owners with hydronic piping systems.

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1208.1 General.

MC § 1208.1

Hydronic piping systems other than ground-source heat pump loop systems shall be tested hydrostatically at one and one half times the system design operating pressure, but not less than 100 psi (689 kPa). The duration of each test shall be not less than 2 hours. Ground-source heat pump loop systems shall be tested in accordance with Section 1210.10.

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