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Section P3303 Sumps and Pumping Systems

Residential Code 2018 of Kansas > 33 Storm Drainage > P3303 Sumps and Pumping Systems
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P3303.1 Pumping System

The sump pump, sump and discharge piping shall conform to Sections P3303.1.1 through P3303.1.4.

P3303.1.1 Pump Capacity and Head

The sump pump shall be of a capacity and head appropriate to anticipated use requirements.

P3303.1.2 Sump Pit

The sump shall be not less than 18 inches (457 mm) in diameter and 24 inches (610 mm) deep, unless otherwise approved. The sump shall be accessible and located so that all drainage flows into the sump by gravity. The sump shall be constructed of tile, steel, plastic, cast iron, concrete or other approved material, with a removable cover adequate to support anticipated loads in the area of use. The sump floor shall be solid and provide permanent support for the pump.

P3303.1.3 Electrical

Electrical outlets shall meet the requirements of Chapters 34 through 43.

P3303.1.4 Piping

Discharge piping shall meet the requirements of Sections P3002.1, P3002.2, P3002.3 and P3003. Discharge piping shall include an accessible full flow check valve. Pipe and fittings shall be the same size as, or larger than, the pump discharge tapping.

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Section 1113 Storm Drainage, Sumps and Pumping Systems
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Residential Code 2018 of Kansas > 33 Storm Drainage > P3303 Sumps and Pumping Systems
P3303.1.1 Storm Drainage, Pump Capacity and Head
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1113.1.3 Storm Drainage, Electrical
Electrical service outlets, where required, shall meet the requirements of NFPA 70 ...
Plumbing Code 2018 of Kansas > 11 Storm Drainage > 1113 Sumps and Pumping Systems > 1113.1 Pumping System > 1113.1.3 Electrical
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and fittings shall be the same size as, or larger than, the pump discharge tapping. Exception: In one- and two-family dwellings, only a check valve ...
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