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What is NYC MC § 1305.5?

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This section mandates that the system be designed to accommodate the maximum pressure needed by fuel-oil-burning appliances. It prohibits the use of air or other gases to pressurize tanks and disallows pressure in storage tanks for discharging oil. Applies to operators of fuel-oil-burning appliances.

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1305.5 System pressure.

MC § 1305.5

The system shall be designed for the maximum pressure required by the fuel-oil-burning appliance. Air or other gases shall not be used to pressurize tanks. Pressure in a storage tank for the purpose of discharging oil shall be prohibited.

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