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Chapter 12 — FUEL GAS PIPING

1212.3 Use of Nonmetallic Gas Hose Connectors — 2025 California Plumbing Code

California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-10-19 · California

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Italicized text is a California amendment to the model code, as printed in the official publication.

Cite as: 2025 California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) § 1212.3 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission

Listed gas hose connectors shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and in accordance with Section 1212.3.1 and Section 1212.3.2. [NFPA 54:9.6.2]

1212.3.1 Indoor. Indoor gas hose connectors shall be used only to connect laboratory, shop, and ironing appliances requiring mobility during operation and installed in accordance with the following:

(1) An appliance shutoff valve shall be installed where the connector is attached to the building piping.

(2) The connector shall be of minimum length and shall not exceed 6 feet (1829 mm).

(3) The connector shall not be concealed and shall not extend from one room to another or pass through wall partitions, ceilings, or floors. [NFPA 54:9.6.2(1)] 1212.3.2 Outdoor. Where outdoor gas hose connectors are used to connect portable outdoor appliances, the connector shall be listed in accordance with CSA/ANSI

Z21.54/CSA 8.4 and installed in accordance with the following:

(1) An appliance shutoff valve, a listed quick-disconnect device, or a listed gas convenience outlet shall be installed where the connector is attached to the supply piping and in such a manner so as to prevent the accumulation of water or foreign matter.

(2) This connection shall be made only in the outdoor area where the appliance is to be used. [NFPA 54:9.6.2(2)]

(3) The connector length shall not exceed 15 feet (4572 mm).

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