Plumbing Fixtures and Appliances Flashcards
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What minimum clearance is required in front of a water closet per the IPC?
Answer: 30 inches
The IPC requires at least 30 inches of clear space in front of a water closet for user access and usability.
A trap seal must be maintained at a minimum depth of:
Answer: 2 inches
The IPC requires a minimum 2-inch water seal depth in fixture traps to prevent sewer gases from entering the building.
Which showerhead flow rate does the current federal Energy Policy Act limit residential showerheads to?
Answer: 2.5 gpm
The federal Energy Policy Act limits residential showerheads to a maximum flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute at 80 psi.
A dual-flush toilet typically uses how much water for a full flush versus a reduced flush?
Answer: 1.6 gpf full / 0.8 gpf reduced
Standard dual-flush toilets use 1.6 gpf for solid waste and 0.8 gpf for liquid waste, cutting average water use significantly.
A urinal's flush volume per the IPC must not exceed:
Answer: 1.0 gpf
The IPC limits urinal flush volume to a maximum of 1.0 gallon per flush to conserve water.
Which type of fixture trap is prohibited by the IPC in most applications?
Answer: S-trap
S-traps are prohibited because their configuration causes self-siphoning, which empties the water seal and allows sewer gases to enter.
A kitchen sink strainer basket must have a minimum opening size of:
Answer: 3/8 inch
Kitchen sink strainer baskets must have openings no smaller than 3/8 inch to allow adequate drainage while catching food particles.