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Section 314 Return and Suction Fittings
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314.1 General
The provisions of this section apply to return and suction fittings for pools and spas
314.2 Entrapment Avoidance
Entrapment avoidance means shall be provided in accordance with Section 310.
314.3 Flow Distribution
The suction outlet fitting assemblies, where installed, and the skimming systems shall each be designed to accommodate 100 percent of the circulation turnover rate.
314.3.1 Multiple Systems
Where multiple systems are used in a single pool to meet this requirement, each subsystem shall proportionately be designed such that the maximum design flow rates cannot be exceeded during normal operation.
314.4 Return Inlets
One return inlet shall be provided for every 300 square feet (27.9 m2) of pool surface area, or fraction thereof.
Exception: Onground storable pools.
314.4.1 Design
Return and suction fittings for the circulation system shall be designed so as not to constitute a hazard to the bather.
314.5 Vacuum Fittings
Where installed, submerged vacuum fittings shall be accessible and shall be located not greater than 12 inches (305 mm) below the water level.
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