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OMSC, Section 401.5.1, 804.3.4(4) and C503.8(2) appear to have conflicting requirements for the horizontal clearance from an air inlet. Which section prevails?

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OMSC, Section 401.5.1, 804.3.4(4) and C503.8(2) appear to have conflicting requirements for the horizontal clearance from an air inlet. Which section prevails?

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Section 401.5.1 has a general requirement of 10 feet for horizontal clearance and further states: “…except as otherwise specified in this code.” Sections 804.3.4(4) and C503.8(2) have specific requirements that override the general requirements found in Section 401.5.1.