Interpretation #7305

Published February 07, 2014

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Original Request

Code Version
2010
Code
PLUMBING
Code Description
Plumbing
Chapter
10
Section
1002.4 Trap Seal
Topic
Floor Drain Evaporation Prevention

Question

Is it the intent of Section 1002.4 Trap Seal to require only liquid supplied trap seal devices meeting ASSE 1018 & 1044 to serve floor drains subject to evaporation or are trap seal insert devices acceptable for installation in floor drains to prevent trap evaporation?

Answer Published 02/07/2014 at 6:52 PM

Yes, that is the intent.

Commentary

However, alternate methods or materials may be submitted to the Building Official for consideration in their jurisdiction.