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April 25, 2024

From the 2024 UPC Illustrated Training Manual, Chapter 5 – WATER HEATERS

507.2 Seismic Provisions. Water heaters shall be anchored or strapped to resist horizontal displacement due to earthquake motion. Strapping shall be at points within the upper one-third and lower one-third of its vertical dimensions. At the lower point, a distance of not less than 4 inches (102 mm) shall be maintained from the controls with the strapping.

FIGURE 507.13A
RESIDENTIAL GARAGE WATER HEATER INSTALLATION

From the 2024 UMC Illustrated Training Manual, Chapter 9 – INSTALLATION OF SPECIFIC APPLIANCES

902.10 Solid-Fuel-Burning Appliances. Unless otherwise specified, solid-fuel-burning appliances shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 211 and the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

FIGURE 902.10
FIREPLACE STOVE REDUCTION CLEARANCES
(Courtesy of Code Check)

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