N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.20.35

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 8.370.20.35 - WATER HEATERS

A. All fuel-fired water heaters must be separated from other parts of the facility by partitions having a fire-resistive rating of one hour. Doors to the enclosure must be 1 3/4" solid core. Exception: Adult day care homes.

B. All water heaters must be equipped with a pressure relief valve (pop-off-valve) complete with relief drain line to the outside of the facility.

C. Water heaters must not be located in participant areas used for activity or sleeping.

D. Temperature of hot water for lavatories must not be above 110 degrees farenheit.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.20.35

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024