Regulation 50 - Details of construction
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Regulation 50 - Details of construction

50.3.1 Meaning of "cold service systems"

 Cold service is understood to mean refrigeration systems and chilled water piping for air-conditioning systems. (See also interpretations of regulation II-2/34.2).

50.3.2 Application to surfaces of furniture

 The requirements of this paragraph are not applicable to the surfaces of furniture fixed to the wall.

50.3.3 Application to furniture

 Furniture fixed to linings or walls should not be included in the calculation of the maximum values for combustible material and calorific values.

50.3.4 Construction and location of draught stops

 With respect to the construction of draught stops, reference is made to the interpretations of regulations II-2/35.1.1 and 35.1.2.


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