5.3188.1 Water Drainage in the Boiler Room

Topic:

Hydronic Heating (Hot Water and Steam)

Subtopic:

Special Considerations

Desired Outcome:

No standing water in the boiler room

Multifamily Homes

	Title	Specification(s)	Objective(s)
	5.3188.1a Assessment of existing conditions	Evidence of chronic standing water in boiler room will be addressed before installation of any new equipment	Ensure occupant safety Protect equipment
	5.3188.1b Blow-down piping	Maintenance blow-down piping will be routed to the nearest drain	Ensure standing water is not on the mechanical room floor
	5.3188.1c Drain condition	Entire drain system will be free of debris and will work properly Drain system will be capable of handling maximum volume of water Draining issues will be communicated to property manager/occupant	Ensure proper drainage and discharge
	5.3188.1d Blow-down pit	If present, blow-down pit will be cleaned to handle the volume of water required to sufficiently reduce blow-down temperature for safe discharge Blow-down pit connection to the drain system will be free and clear	Ensure blow-down temperature is within acceptable temperatures
	5.3188.1e Sump pump/sump pit	If present, sump pit will be sized to handle the volume of water required to sufficiently reduce water temperature for safe discharge Sump pump will be rated for high-temperature application, if applicable Sump pump will be checked for proper operation Check valve will be installed on piping between discharge side of the sump pump and termination point	Collect and properly discharge water