7.3.6.5.Air Pressure Tests

(1) Air pressure tests shall be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the piping materials,
  and,
  (a) air shall be forced into the system until a gauge pressure of 35 kPa is created, and
  (b) this pressure shall be maintained for at least 15 min without a drop in pressure.
  (See Note A-7.3.6.5.(1))

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