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9. HEATING SYSTEMS
9.1
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The Inspector shall:
A.
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inspect:
- readily
accessible
components
of
installed
heating
equipment.
- vent
systems,
flues,
and
chimneys.
- fuel
storage
and
fuel
distribution
systems.
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B.
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describe:
- energy
source(s).
- heating
method(s)
by
distinguishing
characteristics.
- chimney(s)
and/or
venting
material(s).
- combustion
air
sources.
- exhaust
venting
methods
(naturally
aspiring,
induced
draft,
direct
vent,
direct
vent
sealed
combustion).
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9.2
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The inspector is NOT required to:
A.
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inspect:
- interiors
of
flues
or
chimneys.
- heat
exchangers.
- auxiliary
equipment.
- electronic
air
filters.
- solar
heating
systems.
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B.
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determine:
- system adequacy or distribution balance.
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