Interpretation #7463

Published March 23, 2015

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Original Request

Code Version
2007
Code
MECHANIC
Code Description
Mechanical
Chapter
5
Section
501.2.1
Topic
Diesel exhaust as explosive

Question

Is it the intent of 501.2.1.1 to include diesel generator

exhausts as a "duct conveying explosive or flammable

vapors, fumes or dusts" thus requiring discharge 30 feet

from property lines and 6 feet from exterior walls, among

other things?

Answer Published 03/23/2015 at 3:36 PM

No

Commentary

Clearances and setbacks provided under FMC 501.2.1, # 2 would be the applicable code section for compliance of odors and fumes exhausted by a diesel generator.