46 C.F.R. § 76.30-10 Location and spacing of tubing.
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(a) The tubing shall be located on the overhead or within 12 inches of the overhead on the bulkheads. Where liable to physical damage, the tubing shall be suitably protected. (b) In each enclosed space or separate room there shall be exposed at least 5 percent of the total length of tubing in that circuit, but in no case shall the amount be less than 25 feet. (c) No spot on the overhead of a protected space shall be more than 12 feet from the nearest point of tubing. Where beams or girders extend below the ceiling, or where the ceiling is installed at more than one level, the tubing shall be so located as to be most effective.
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PART 76—FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
Subpart 76.30—Pneumatic Fire Detecting System, Details
§ 76.30-10 Location and spacing of tubing.
