1) The flow rates of fittings that supply water to plumbing fixtures must not exceed the maximum flow rate at the test pressures listed for that fitting in Table 10.3.1.1.
| Table 10.3.1.1.A Maximum Flow Rates for Supply Fittings Forming Part of Sentence 10.3.1.1. (1) | |||
| Fittings | Maximum Flow (L/min) | Test Pressure (kPa) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavatory Faucet | 8.3 | 415 | |
| Kitchen Faucet | 8.3 | 415 | |
| Shower Head | 9.5 | 550 | |
[Rev. 2, B.C. Reg. 73/2008.]
1) Except as required by Sentence (2), the flush cycle for the installation of a water closet or urinal must not exceed the flush cycle listed for that fixture in Table 10.3.1.2.(1)
| Table 10.3.1.2. Maximum Flush Cycle Forming Part of Sentence 10.3.1.2. (1) | |
| Fixture | Litres |
|---|---|
| Water Closet (Tank Type) | 6.0 |
| Water Closet (Direct Flush) | 6.0 |
| Urinal (Tank Type) | 1.9 |
| Urinal (Direct Flush) | 1.9 |
2) The flush cycle for the installation of a water closet or urinal in buildings classified as Group C must not exceed the flush cycle listed for that fixture in Table 10.3.1.2.(2).
| Table 10.3.1.2. Maximum Flush Cycle Forming Part of Sentence 10.3.1.2. (2) | |
| Fixture | Litres |
|---|---|
| Water Closet (Tank Type) | 4.8(1) |
| Water Closet (Direct Flush) | 4.8 |
| Urinal (Tank Type) | 1.9 |
| Urinal (Direct Flush) | 1.9 |
| Notes to Table 10.3.1.2. | |
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| (1) | A water closet which provides a dual flush cycle option of both 4.1 L or less and 6.0 L shall be deemed to comply. |
3) The water supply to urinal flush tanks equipped for automatic flushing shall be controlled with a timing device in order to limit operation to the period during which the building is normally occupied.
[Rev. 13, B.C. Reg. 95/2010.]