IMC 2021 · Model

Chapter 14: Solar Thermal Systems

21 sections in this chapter of the IMC 2021 model text — not Model's amended edition.

1401.1 Scope This chapter shall govern the design, construction, installation, alteration and repair of solar thermal systems, equipment and appliances intended to utilize solar energy for space heating or cooling, domestic hot water heating, swimming pool heating or process heating.

  1. 1401.1Scope
  2. 1401.2Potable water supply
  3. 1401.3Heat exchangers
  4. 1401.4Solar thermal equipment and appliances
  5. 1402.1General
  6. 1402.2Access
  7. 1402.3Pressure and temperature
  8. 1402.4Protection from freezing
  9. 1402.5Protection of potable water
  10. 1402.6Protection of equipment
  11. 1402.7Protection of structure
  12. 1402.8Equipment
  13. 1403.1Flash point
  14. 1403.2Heat transfer fluids
  15. 1403.3Food-grade additives
  16. 1403.4Toxicity
  17. 1403.5Flammable gases and liquids
  18. 1404.1Collectors
  19. 1404.2Water storage tanks
  20. 1404.3Fluid safety labeling
  21. 1404.4Heat exchangers

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