Interpretation #7535

Published August 03, 2015

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Code Version
2014
Code
MECHANIC
Code Description
Chapter
Section
507.16.1
Topic
Type II Hood capture system

Question

Is it the intent of this section to require a capture and containment test to be performed on a Type II hood system?

Answer Published 08/03/2015 at 8:16 AM

Yes

Commentary

507.16 states �the test shall verify the rate of exhaust airflow required by Section 507.13�. Section 507.13 covers type I and type II hoods