Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
658 - MAINE FUEL BOARD
Chapter 8 - INSTALLATION OF OIL BURNING EQUIPMENT
Section 658-8-7 - Piping, Pumps and Valves
Universal Citation: 02 ME Code Rules ยง 658-8-7
Current through 2024-13, March 27, 2024
8.7.1 Supply Connections/Oil Shut-off Valves
8.7.1.1
A listed lever or wheel thermally-operated oil shut-off valve, designed to shut
off the oil supply in case of fire, must be installed at the burner and at the
oil supply tank.
8.7.1.1.1 When outside tanks
are used, a thermally operated shut-off valve must be installed where the
supply line enters (inside) the building and where the oil line enters the room
where the appliance is located.
8.7.1.1.2 When inside tanks are used, and the
oil supply tank is installed in a separate room, a thermally operated shut-off
valve must be installed where the line enters the room where the appliance is
located.
8.7.1.2 Whenever
the oil supply is taken from the top of an oil tank, whether the oil tanks are
outside or inside, a thermally operated wheel or lever type shut-off valve must
be installed at the tank and at the burner for control of the fuel. A check
valve may be used in the supply line.
8.7.2 Thermally-Operated Valves
Thermally Operated Valves over ½ that are not currently listed may be installed upon receipt of written approval of a Board inspector. The written approval must be requested and received prior to installation.
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