02-658-14 Me. Code R. § 1

Current through 2024-50, December 11, 2024
Section 658-14-1 - Underground Gas Piping
14.1.1Electrically Insulating Fitting Required

When metallic piping is buried underground, an electrically insulating (dielectric) fitting must be installed before the entrance of the piping into the building. In no case shall the fitting be located after the connection of a bond wire for use with corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) or other piping material.

14.1.2Limitation on Use of Flare Fittings

No flare fittings shall be located underground, unless specifically rated for such use and protected from corrosion in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

14.1.3Protection of Metallic Piping from Corrosion

All underground metallic piping must be protected from corrosion. This may be accomplished by sleeving, using a PVC coated pipe material approved for direct burial, or by other corrosion prevention material listed for such use.

02-658 C.M.R. ch. 14, § 1