Vents
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Temperatures & Pressures
100

What is the minimum size wet vent?

2"

100

Is a permit required for replacing a wax ring on a water closet (Yes or No)?

Yes. Removal and re-installment of a fixture requires a permit.

100

A sanitary tee can be used in any position in a drainage system (True or False)?

False

100

What is the constant for a 45 degree offset?

1.41

100

According to 248 CMR, what temperature is considered hot water?

120 degrees Fahrenheit

200

What is the minimum size vent through a roof if there is only one vent?

3 inches

200

What are the four methods approved for testing a DWV system?

Peppermint, Water, Air, Smoke

200

Name two (2) scenarios when a Long Sweep fitting is required in a drainage system?

Changes of direction, specifically horizontal to horizontal and vertical to horizontal

200

What is the weight of one gallon of water?

8.33 Pounds

200

If the water pressure in a residential dwelling is over 80 PSI, what must be installed?

Pressure regulating valve

300

How many inches above the flood level rim will allow a vent to offset more than 45 degrees horizontally?

6 inches

300

What pressure is general water piping tested to?

125 PSI

300

What is the required pitch for a drain that is three (3) inches or less?

Quarter inch per foot

300

What is the formula for determining Gauge Pressure?

Height in Feet x 0.434

300

What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

212 degrees Fahrenheit

400

When common venting two fixtures at different levels, what is the maximum distance between each sanitary tee?

10 Inches

400

When testing a DWV system with AIR, what pressure is applied and for how long?

5 PSI for 15 minutes

400

What is the minimum size drain for a lavatory?

1.5 inches

400

What is the (Plumbing) formula for Gallon Capacity for pipes & tanks?

D2"  x  Length/Height"  x  .0034  or

D2"  x  Length/Height'  x  .0408  or

D2'  x  Length/Height'  x  5.87

400

What is the maximum temperature that can be delivered at a kitchen faucet in a residential dwelling?

130 degrees Fahrenheit

500

What is required in the basement to allow fixtures to be added at a later time ?

Future Vent

500

At what height of water would a DWV system be required to be tested at?

10-foot head of water

500

Provide four (4) examples of a floor-mounted fixture?

Toilet, Shower, Tub, Floor Drain

500

How many gallons are in a cubic foot of water

7.5 Gallons

500

What is the maximum temperature that can enter a drainage system?

150 Degrees Fahrenheit