Contents

Introduction - How to Use This Book, 5

Part One: Plumbing Systems

1. Plumbing Systems - General Regulations, 12
2. Plumbing Definitions, 27
3. Materials: Quality and Weights, 44
4. Joints and Connections, 51
5. Traps and Cleanouts, 58
6. Sanitary Drainage Systems, 69
7. Vents and Venting, 82
8. Special Traps, Interceptors and Separators, 96
9. Indirect and Special Waste Piping, 109
10. Private Sewage Disposal Systems, 122
11. Water Distribution Systems, 136
12. Storm Water Drainage Systems, 148
13. Plumbing Fixtures and Special Plumbing Fixtures, 157

Part Two: Gas Systems

14. Gas Regulations and Definitions, 172
15. Gas Piping - Materials and Installation, 185
16. Gas Appliances, Vents and Flues, 200

Part Three: Specialized Plumbing Systems

17. Fire Protection Systems, 219
18. Nonflammable Medical Gas Systems, 233

Part Four: Plumbing Isometrics, Piping Diagrams and Plumbers’ Math

19. Isometric Drawings, 241
20. Basic Plumbing Mathematics, 254

Part Five: Sample Examination

21. Examination Day, 267
    
First Day (Morning Portion), 268
First Day (Afternoon Portion), 279
Second Day, 298
Answers, 315

Index, 317