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501.3 Drain Valves
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Drain valves for emptying shall be installed at the bottom of each tank-type water heater and hot water storage tank. The drain valve inlet shall be not less than 3/4-inch (19 mm) nominal iron pipe size and the outlet shall be provided with male garden hose threads.
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