Minnesota Administrative Rules

4715.5200 CONNECTION WITH WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.

Any water conditioning equipment may be installed only in connection with a water distribution system which has already been constructed. Such connection may be made either by cutting into a cold water line or by connecting to a joint specifically installed for the purpose. In connecting the equipment the contractor or installer may use only the type of pipe material which is permitted in the Minnesota Plumbing Code (parts 4715.0100 to 4715.2860).

Every installation shall include the installation of a bypass valve which would allow the equipment to be serviced or removed without the need for shutting off the water service completely.

If the homeowner so requests, the installer or contractor is permitted to install a line which bypasses the water conditioning equipment and to connect this raw water line to any existing service outlet.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 326.60; 326B.55

History:

L 2007 c 140 art 7 s 13; art 13 s 4

Published Electronically:

May 14, 2012