// CODE SNIPPET
Section M1305 Appliance Access
JUMP TO FULL CODE CHAPTER
Appliances shall be located to allow for access for inspection, service, repair and replacement without removing permanent construction, other appliances, or any other piping or ducts not connected to the appliance being inspected, serviced, repaired or replaced. A level working space not less than 30 inches deep and 30 inches wide (762 mm by 762 mm) shall be provided in front of the control side to service an appliance.
Appliances installed in a compartment, alcove, basement or similar space shall be accessed by an opening or door and an unobstructed passageway measuring not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide and large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance in the space, provided there is a level service space of not less than 30 inches (762 mm) deep and the height of the appliance, but not less than 30 inches (762 mm), at the front or service side of the appliance with the door open.
Attics containing appliances shall be provided with an opening and a clear and unobstructed passageway large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance, but not less than 30 inches (762 mm) high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide and not more than 20 feet (6096 mm) long measured along the centerline of the passageway from the opening to the appliance. The passageway shall have continuous solid flooring in accordance with Chapter 5 not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide. A level service space not less than 30 inches (762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be present along all sides of the appliance where access is required. The clear access opening dimensions shall be not less than of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), and large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance.
Exceptions:
- The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance can be serviced and removed through the required opening.
- Where the passageway is unobstructed and not less than 6 feet (1829 mm) high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide for its entire length, the passageway shall be not more than 50 feet (15 250 mm) long.
A luminaire controlled by a switch located at the required passageway opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or near the appliance location in accordance with Chapter 39. Exposed lamps shall be protected from damage by location or lamp guards.
Underfloor spaces containing appliances shall be provided with an unobstructed passageway large enough to remove the largest appliance, but not less than 30 inches (762 mm) high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide, nor more than 20 feet (6096 mm) long measured along the centerline of the passageway from the opening to the appliance. A level service space not less than 30 inches (762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be present at the front or service side of the appliance. If the depth of the passageway or the service space exceeds 12 inches (305 mm) below the adjoining grade, the walls of the passageway shall be lined with concrete or masonry extending 4 inches (102 mm) above the adjoining grade in accordance with Chapter 4. The rough-framed access opening dimensions shall be not less than 22 inches by 30 inches (559 mm by 762 mm), and large enough to remove the largest appliance.
Exceptions:
- The passageway is not required where the level service space is present when the access is open, and the appliance can be serviced and removed through the required opening.
- Where the passageway is unobstructed and not less than 6 feet high (1829 mm) and 22 inches (559 mm) wide for its entire length, the passageway shall not be limited in length.
Equipment and appliances supported from the ground shall be level and firmly supported on a concrete slab or other approved material extending not less than 3 inches (76 mm) above the adjoining ground. Such support shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Appliances suspended from the floor shall have a clearance of not less than 6 inches (152 mm) from the ground.
Appliances installed in pits or excavations shall not come in direct contact with the surrounding soil and shall be installed not less than 3 inches (76 mm) above the pit floor. The sides of the pit or excavation shall be held back not less than 12 inches (305 mm) from the appliance. Where the depth exceeds 12 inches (305 mm) below adjoining grade, the walls of the pit or excavation shall be lined with concrete or masonry. Such concrete or masonry shall extend not less than 4 inches (102 mm) above adjoining grade and shall have sufficient lateral load-bearing capacity to resist collapse. Excavation on the control side of the appliance shall extend horizontally not less than 30 inches (762 mm). The appliance shall be protected from flooding in an approved manner.
A luminaire controlled by a switch located at the required passageway opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or near the appliance location in accordance with Chapter 39. Exposed lamps shall be protected from damage by location or lamp guards.
Related Code Sections
Section M1305 General Mechanical System Requirements, Appliance Access
Appliances shall be located to allow for access for inspection, service, repair and replacement without removing permanent construction, other ...
Residential Code 2018 of Kansas > 13 General Mechanical System Requirements > M1305 Appliance Access
551.57 Special Occupancies, Appliance Accessibility and Fastening
Every appliance shall be accessible for inspection, service, repair, and replacement without removal of permanent construction. Means shall ...
National Electrical Code 2017 of Kansas > 5 Special Occupancies > 551 Recreational Vehicles and Recreational Vehicle Parks > 551.57 Appliance Accessibility and Fastening
552.58 Special Occupancies, Appliance Accessibility and Fastening
Every appliance shall be accessible for inspection, service, repair, and replacement without removal of permanent construction. Means shall ...
National Electrical Code 2017 of Kansas > 5 Special Occupancies > 552 Park Trailers > 552.58 Appliance Accessibility and Fastening
M1305.1.3.1 General Mechanical System Requirements, Ground Clearance
Equipment and appliances supported from the ground shall be level and firmly supported on a concrete slab or other approved material extending ...
Residential Code 2018 of Kansas > 13 General Mechanical System Requirements > M1305 Appliance Access > M1305.1 Appliance Access for Inspection Service, Repair and Replacement > M1305.1.3 Appliances Under Floors > M1305.1.3.1 Ground Clearance
M1305.1.3.2 General Mechanical System Requirements, Pit Locations
Appliances installed in pits or excavations shall not come in direct contact with the surrounding soil and shall be installed not less than 3 inches ...
Residential Code 2018 of Kansas > 13 General Mechanical System Requirements > M1305 Appliance Access > M1305.1 Appliance Access for Inspection Service, Repair and Replacement > M1305.1.3 Appliances Under Floors > M1305.1.3.2 Pit Locations