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7.6.1.13 — Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems

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(1) Except as provided in Sentence (2), a system for solar heating of potable water shall be installed in accordance with good engineering practice.

(2) Packaged systems for solar heating of potable water in residential occupancies shall be installed in conformance with CAN/CSA-F383, “Installation of Packaged Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems”.

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occupancy

means the use or intended use of a building or part of a building for the shelter or support of persons, animals or property.

potable

means fit for human consumption.

residential occupancy

means an occupancy in which sleeping accommodation is provided to residents who are not harboured for the purpose of receiving special care or treatment and are not involuntarily detained and includes an occupancy in which sleeping accommodation is provided to residents of a retirement home.

water system

means a water service pipe, a private water supply, a water distribution system, a fire service main or any part of any of them.

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