Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.18614 - Laundry
Rule 614.
(1) In
new construction, a laundry shall be located in a room that is constructed of
materials, including the doors and frames, that have a 1-hour-fire-resistant
rating and shall be protected with an approved automatic sprinkler system. In
existing facilities, a laundry shall be located in a substantial enclosure,
including the doors and frames, and may have less than a 1-hour-fire-resistant
rating if acceptable to the inspecting authority.
(2) A steam line shall be insulated with a
noncombustible material and shall have a 1-inch clearance from
combustibles.
(3) A dryer shall be
constructed of metal. A lint trap shall be cleaned frequently.
(4) The use of any flammable liquid for
cleaning, brushing, scouring, or scrubbing is prohibited.
(5) A gas appliance shall have 100% safety
shutoff controls.
(6) Adequate air
for combustion shall be provided in the laundry room.
Notes
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