Flexible Connection for Water Heaters

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Hi everyone,

What’s your opinion on flexible gas connectors (stainless steel, brass or others) used for water heaters. Some inspectors in my state always write it up and some don’t. What do you think and are there any written code articles on this subject, either UPC or International Residential Code?

Thanks!

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We require them in my area due to earthquake concerns.

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http://www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/howto/how2014.shtm

http://www.erpud.com/FLEXIBLE%20GAS%20CONNECTOR%20WARNING.pdf

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Good info, thanks david
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