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The flow of velocity of the water distribution system shall be controlled to reduce the possibility of water hammer. An air chamber or water-hammer arrestor shall be installed where quick-closing valves are utilized. Water-hammer arrestors shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Water-hammer arrestors shall conform to ASSE 1010. Air chambers shall comply with Section 18-29-604.9.1.
(Amend Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. VI, § 12; Amend Coun. J. 12-14-22, p. 58278, Art. VI, § 9; Amend Coun. J. 4-19-23, p. 62477, § 1)
An air chamber that is installed in a fixture supply shall be 12 inches (304.8 mm) in length and the same diameter as the fixture supply, or an air chamber with an equivalent volume may be used. An air chamber that is installed in a riser shall be 12 inches (304.8 mm) in length and at least the same diameter as the riser.
(Added Coun. J. 12-14-22, p. 58278, Art. VI, § 9)
The water supply system shall be designed on the basis of the minimum available pressure at the water main or other source of water supply. The minimum available pressure will be given by the department of water management for each location.
(Amend Coun. J. 11-8-12, p. 38872, § 350)
In determining the available pressure to overcome friction in the piping system, head meter and other losses shall be deducted from the minimum available pressure source. When the pressure exceeds 100 psi (690 kPa) at any plumbing fixture, the pressure shall be reduced by an approved type reducing valve. The minimum size of fixture supply pipes are shown in Table 18-29-604.5.
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