The minimum size of all fuel-oil tank piping connecting outside tanks to the appliances shall be no smaller than three-eighths ( ⅜ ) inch outside diameter copper tubing or one-fourth ( ¼ ) inch iron pipe size. In those cases where No. 1 fuel oil is used with an automatic pump (fuel lifter), one-fourth ( ¼ ) inch outside diameter copper tubing may be used if specified by the pump manufacturer.

Note: Authority cited: Section 18015, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 18025, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New section filed 9-19-2011; operative 10-19-2011 (Register 2011, No. 38).