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Chapter 6 — WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION

609.8 Pumps — 2025 California Plumbing Code

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

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Cite as: 2025 California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) § 609.8 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission

Pumps shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

609.8.1 Access. Pumps shall be accessible for repairs. 609.8.2 Potable Water Pumps. Pumps intended to supply drinking water shall be in accordance with NSF/ANSI/CAN 61.

609.8.3 Hot-Water Recirculating Pumps. For healthcare facilities, long term care facilities, hotels, or motels, devices that automatically turn off the recirculation pump(s) shall not be required.

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