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GAS - ROUGH-IN

  • Ensure that Maryland State licensed personnel have installed the gas system.
  • Conventional pressure gas piping (low pressure) - Ensure that all appliances are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions:
    • Ensure that appliances comply with NFPA 54/58 regarding btu load, size, clearances, venting, materials and category type.
    • Ensure that all appliance(s) are labeled specific to gas type delivered. Failure to label a conversion appliance shall result in a failed inspection.
    • Ensure that pipe hangers and supports, specific to pipe size and directional change, are provided.
    • Ensure that underground gas piping is protected by sleeves, millwrapping, or as directed by NFPA 54/58 and that exterior above ground gas piping is protected from the elements as directed by NFPA standards.
    • Ensure that a 20 pound gas test has been provided on 30 minimum-60 maximum pound gauge for at least 12 hours before inspection, indicating a leak free system. Test gauge may not be damaged in any way.
  • Elevated pressure gas piping (2 pound, 5 pound, etc.):
    • Ensure that contractor has in our files, a certificate of attendance at a BGE 2 pound gas system training class.
    • Ensure that all appliance(s) are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and also comply with NFPA 54/58 regarding btu load, size, clearances, materials and category type.
    • Ensure that all appliance(s) are labeled specific to gas type delivered. Failure to label a conversion appliance shall result in a failed inspection.
    • Ensure that piping is supported, protected and installed in accordance with manufacturer’s specific instructions.
    • Ensure that underground gas piping is protected by sleeves, millwrapping, or as directed by NFPA 54/58 and that exterior above ground gas piping is protected from the elements as directed by NFPA standards.
    • Ensure that a 20 pound gas test has been provided on a 30 minimum-60 maximum pound gauge for at least 12 hours before inspection, indicating a leak free system. Test gauge may not be damaged in any way.
    • Corrugated stainless steel tubing must strictly follow the manufacturer's installation instructions for length and capacity.

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