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Chapter 1 — GENERAL CODE PROVISIONS

105.3 Testing of Systems. Mechanical systems shall be

California Mechanical Code (Title 24, Part 4) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California

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tested and approved in accordance with this code or the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Tests shall be conducted in the presence of the Authority Having Jurisdiction or the Authority Having Jurisdiction’s duly appointed representative.

No test or inspection shall be required where a mechanical system, or part thereof, is set up for exhibition purposes and has no connection with water or an energy fuel supply. In cases where it would be impractical to provide the required water or air tests, or for minor installations and repairs, the Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be permitted to make such inspection as deemed advisable in order to be assured that the work has been performed in accordance with the intent of this code. Joints and connections in the mechanical system shall be airtight, gastight, or watertight for the pressures required by the test.

105.3.1 Defective Systems. In buildings or premises condemned by the Authority Having Jurisdiction because of an insanitary condition of the mechanical system, or part thereof, the alterations in such system shall be in accordance with the requirements of this code. 105.3.2 Retesting. Where the Authority Having Jurisdiction finds that the work will not pass the test, necessary corrections shall be made, and the work shall be resubmitted for test or inspection. 105.3.3 Approval. Where prescribed tests and inspections indicate that the work is in accordance with this code, a certificate of approval shall be issued by the Authority Having Jurisdiction to the permittee on demand.

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▸Contents — California Mechanical Code (Title 24, Part 4)
California Mechanical Code (Title 24, Part 4)
  1. ▸Chapter 1 — GENERAL CODE PROVISIONS
    Overview
    1. 101.1 Title. This document shall be known as the “Uniform
    2. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the
    3. 101.3 Purpose. This code is an ordinance providing minimum req…
    4. 101.4 Unconstitutional. Where a section, subsection, sentence,…
    5. 101.5 Validity. Where a provision of this code, or the applica…
    6. 102.1 Conflicts Between Codes. Where the requirements
    7. 102.2 Existing Installations. Mechanical systems lawfully in e…
    8. 102.3 Maintenance. Mechanical systems, materials, and
    9. 102.4 Additions, Alterations, Renovations, or
    10. 102.5 Health and Safety. Where compliance with the provisions …
    11. 102.6 Changes in Building Occupancy. Mechanical
    12. 102.7 Moved Structures. Parts of the mechanical system of
    13. 102.8 Appendices. The provisions in the appendices are
    14. 103.1 General. The Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be
    15. 103.2 Liability. The Authority Having Jurisdiction charged
    16. 103.3 Applications and Permits. The Authority Having
    17. 103.4 Right of Entry. Where it is necessary to make an
    18. 104.1 Permits Required. It shall be unlawful for a person,
    19. 104.2 Exempt Work. A permit shall not be required for the
    20. 104.3 Application for Permit. To obtain a permit, the
    21. 104.4 Permit Issuance. The application, construction documents…
    22. 104.5 Fees. Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the
    23. 105.1 General. Mechanical systems for which a permit is
    24. 105.2 Required Inspections. New mechanical system
    25. 105.3 Testing of Systems. Mechanical systems shall be
    26. 105.4 Connection to Service Utilities. No person shall
    27. 106.1 General. It shall be unlawful for a person, firm, or
    28. 106.2 Notices of Correction or Violation. Notices of
    29. 106.3 Penalties. A person, firm, or corporation violating a
    30. 106.4 Stop Orders. Where work is being done contrary to
    31. 106.5 Authority to Disconnect Utilities in Emergen-
    32. 106.6 Authority to Condemn. Where the Authority Having Jurisdi…
    33. 107.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders,
    34. 107.2 Limitations of Authority. The Board of Appeals
  2. Chapter 2 — DEFINITIONS
  3. Chapter 3 — GENERAL REGULATIONS
  4. Chapter 4 — VENTILATION AIR
  5. Chapter 5 — EXHAUST SYSTEMS
  6. Chapter 6 — DUCT SYSTEMS
  7. Chapter 7 — COMBUSTION AIR
  8. Chapter 8 — CHIMNEYS AND VENTS
  9. Chapter 9 — INSTALLATION OF SPECIFIC APPLIANCES
  10. Chapter 10 — BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS
  11. Chapter 11 — REFRIGERATION
  12. Chapter 12 — HYDRONICS
  13. Chapter 13 — FUEL GAS PIPING
  14. Chapter 14 — PROCESS PIPING
  15. Chapter 15 — SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
  16. Chapter 16 — STATIONARY POWER PLANTS
  17. Chapter 17 — REFERENCED STANDARDS
  18. Appendix A — RESIDENTIAL PLAN EXAMINER REVIEW FORM FOR HVAC SY…
  19. Appendix B — PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED TO PLACE GAS EQUIPMENT …
  20. Appendix C — INSTALLATION AND TESTING OF OIL (LIQUID) FUEL-FIR…
  21. Appendix D — FUEL SUPPLY: MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARKS AND R…
  22. Appendix E — SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
  23. Appendix F — GEOTHERMAL ENERGY SYSTEMS
  24. Appendix G — SIZING OF VENTING SYSTEMS AND OUTDOOR COMBUSTION …
  25. Appendix H — EXAMPLE CALCULATION OF OUTDOOR AIR RATE

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