Section 675IAC15-2-68. Waste and vent system tests

   The waste and vent system shall be tested by one (1) of the three (3) following alternate methods for evidence or indication of leakage.

  (1) Water Test. Before plumbing fixtures are connected, all of the openings into the piping shall be plugged and the entire piping system subjected to a static water test for fifteen (15) minutes by filling it with water to the top of the highest vent opening. There shall be no evidence of leakage.

  (2) Air Test. After all fixtures have been installed, the traps filled with water and the remaining openings securely plugged, the entire system shall be subjected to a two inch (2") (manometer) water column air pressure test. If the system loses pressure, leaks may be located with smoke pumped into the system, or with soap suds spread on the exterior of the piping (Bubble Test).

  (3) Flood Level Test. The mobile structure shall be in a level position, all fixtures shall be connected, and the entire system shall be filled with water to the rim of the toilet bowl. (Tub and shower drains shall be plugged.) After all trapped air has been released, the test shall be sustained for not less than fifteen (15) minutes without evidence of leaks. Then the system shall be unplugged and emptied. The waste piping above the level of the toilet bowl shall then be tested and show no indication of leakage when the high fixtures are filled with water and emptied simultaneously to obtain the maximum possible flow in the drain piping. (Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 15-2-68; filed Mar 25, 1986, 1:44 pm: 9 IR 2001, eff Jun 15, 1986; readopted filed Nov 29, 2001, 12:21 p.m.: 25 IR 1306; readopted filed Sep 21, 2007, 9:20 a.m.: 20071010-IR-675070388RFA; readopted filed Oct 10, 2007, 9:16 a.m: 20071031-IR-675070388RFA; readopted filed Aug 4, 2011, 8:35 a.m.: 20110831-IR-675110254RFA)