02-041-13 Me. Code R. § 1

Current through 2025-03, January 15, 2025
Section 041-13-1 - Exceptions to this Chapter
A. Hot water heating boilers and hot water supply boilers are exempt from the certificate inspection process provided the following conditions are met:
(1) The boilers are constructed and installed in accordance with the Board rules and pass an initial installation inspection;
(2) The heat input to any one object is less than 200,000 Btu/hour; and
(3) The aggregate heat input of the plant is less than 300,000 Btu/hour.
B. Water heaters are exempt from the provisions of this Chapter provided the following conditions are met.
(1) The water heater is built and installed to a nationally recognized code;
(2) The heat input is less than 200,000 Btu/hour;
(3) A properly sized ASME/NB rated pressure relief device is installed and functional;
(4) The object has proper controls to ensure water temperature does not exceed 210 degrees Fahrenheit;
(5) The water capacity is less than 120 gallons; and
(6) The aggregate heat input of the plant is less than 300,000 Btu/hour.

02-041 C.M.R. ch. 13, § 1