As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 455C.020 to 455C.085, inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1048; A 2021, 1960)
“Boiler” means a closed vessel in which water is heated, steam is generated, steam is superheated, or any combination thereof, under pressure or vacuum, for use external to the boiler by the direct application of heat. The term includes a fired unit for heating or vaporizing liquids other than water if the unit is separate […]
“Boiler inspector” means a person who inspects boilers and pressure vessels. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1049)
“Certificate” means a certificate issued pursuant to the provisions of NRS 455C.110. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1049)
“Division” means the Division of Industrial Relations of the Department of Business and Industry. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1049)
“Elevator” includes, without limitation, an elevator, dumbwaiter, escalator, moving walk, wheelchair lift or related equipment. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1049)
“Elevator mechanic” means a person who installs, maintains, relocates, improves, alters or repairs elevators. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1049)
“Pressure vessel” means a vessel in which pressure is obtained from an external source or by the application of heat from a direct or indirect source. (Added to NRS by 2001, 1049)
“Water heater” means an appliance that is: 1. Designed primarily to supply hot water for domestic or commercial purposes; and 2. Equipped with automatic controls which limit water temperature to a maximum of 210 degrees Fahrenheit (99 degrees Centigrade). (Added to NRS by 2021, 1959)
The provisions of this chapter and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto do not apply to a water heater if, with regard to the water heater, none of the following limitations is exceeded: 1. An input of heat of 199,999 British thermal units per hour (58,600 watts). 2. A water temperature of 210 degrees Fahrenheit (99 […]
