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Chapter 4 — PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS

415.1 Application.

California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-12 · California

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Drinking fountains shall be self-closing and comply with ASME A112.19.1/CSA B45.2, ASME A112.19.2/CSA B45.1, or ASME A112.19.3/CSA B45.4. Drinking fountains shall also comply with NSF 61. Permanently installed electric water coolers shall also comply with UL 399. [HCD 1] Drinking fountains shall be installed and so regulated that a jet of water extending at least 2 inches (51 mm) in height from the water orifice shall be constantly avail- able. The orifice shall not be accessible to the mouth of the drinker nor subject to immersion.

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