9
Remote LP Tank System Enclosure Requirements - If Applicable
Locate the hose out of pathways to avoid
accidental damage and prevent it from
becoming a trip hazard.
For an enclosure using an LP tank system, follow these
recommended
specifications:
•
You must follow local codes.
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One side of the enclosure shall be completely open; OR
•
For an enclosure having four sides,
a top, and a
bottom:
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At least two ventilation openings shall
be provided
in the side walls of the
enclosure, located within 5 inches
(127mm) of the top of the enclosure,
equally
sized, spaced at a minimum of
180 degrees, and
unobstructed. The
opening(s) shall have a total free
area
of not less than 1 in
2
lb (14.2 cm
2
kg) of
stored
fuel capacity. See Figure 6.1.
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Ventilation opening(s) shall be provided at the
floor
level of the enclosure and shall have a
total free area
of not less than 1/2 in
2
lb (7.1
cm
2
kg) of stored fuel
capacity. If ventilation
openings at floor level are in a
side wall, there
shall be at least two openings. The
bottom of
the openings shall be 1 inch (25.4mm) or
less
from the floor level and the upper edge no
more
than 5 inches (127mm) above the floor
level. The
openings shall be equally sized,
spaced at a minimum
of 180 degrees and
unobstructed. See Figure 6 1.
•
Every opening shall have minimum dimensions so
as to permit the entrance of an 1/8 inch (3.2mm)
diameter rod.
Figure 6.1 – Top and bottom side ventilation
openings
for LP tank enclosure.
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