| (a) Dishwasher. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) rust on the interior of the cabinet or components; (3) failure to drain properly; (4) the presence of active water leaks; and (5) deficiencies in the: (A) door gasket; (B) control and control panels; (C) dish racks; (D) rollers; (E) spray arms; (F) operation of the soap dispenser; (G) door springs; (H) dryer element; (I) door latch and door disconnect; (J) rinse cap; (K) secure mounting of the unit; and (L) backflow prevention. (b) Food waste disposer. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) unusual sounds or vibration level; (3) the presence of active water leaks; and (4) deficiencies in the: (A) splash guard; (B) grinding components; (C) exterior casing; and (D) secure mounting of the unit. (c) Range exhaust vent. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) a vent pipe that does not terminate outside the structure, if the unit is not of a re-circulating type or configuration; (3) inadequate vent pipe material; (4) unusual sounds or vibration levels from the blower fan(s); (5) blower(s) that do not operate at all speeds; and (6) deficiencies in the: (A) filter; (B) vent pipe; (C) light and lens; (D) secure mounting of the unit; and (E) switches. (d) Electric or gas ranges, cooktops, and ovens. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) the lack of a gas shut-off valve; (3) gas leaks; and (4) deficiencies in the: (A) controls and control panels; (B) thermostat(s) sensor support; (C) glass panels; (D) door gasket(s), hinges, springs, closure, and handles; (E) door latch; (F) heating elements or burners; (G) thermostat accuracy (within 25 degrees at a setting of 350°F); (H) drip pans; (I) lights and lenses; (J) clearance to combustible material; (K) anti-tip device; (L) gas shut-off valve(s) and location(s); (M) gas connector materials and connections; and (N) secure mounting of the unit. (e) Microwave oven. The inspector shall: (1) inspect built-in units; and (2) report as Deficient: (A) inoperative unit(s); and (B) deficiencies in the: (i) controls and control panels; (ii) handles; (iii) the turn table; (iv) interior surfaces; (v) door and door seal; (vi) glass panels; (vii) lights and lenses; (viii) secure mounting of the unit; and (ix) operation, as determined by heating a container of water or with other means of testing. (f) Trash compactor. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) unusual sounds or vibration levels; and (3) deficiencies in the secure mounting of the unit. (g) Mechanical exhaust vents and bathroom heaters. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) unusual sounds, speed, and vibration levels; (3) vent pipes that do not terminate outside the structure; (4) a gas heater that is not vented to the exterior of the structure; and (5) the lack of an exhaust ventilator in required areas. (h) Garage door operators. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperative unit(s); (2) door locks or side ropes that have not been removed or disabled; and (3) deficiencies in: (A) installation; (B) condition and operation of the garage door operator; (C) automatic reversal during the closing cycle; (D) electronic sensors; (E) the control button; and (F) the emergency release components. (i) Doorbell and chimes. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) inoperable unit(s); and (2) deficiencies in components. (j) Dryer vents. The inspector shall report as Deficient: (1) improper routing and length of vent pipe; (2) inadequate vent pipe material; (3) improper termination; (4) the lack of a dryer vent system when provisions are present for a dryer; and (5) damaged or missing exterior cover. (k) Specific limitations for appliances. The inspector is not required to: (1) operate or determine the condition of other auxiliary components of inspected items; (2) test for microwave oven radiation leaks; (3) inspect self-cleaning functions; (4) test trash compactor ram pressure; or (5) determine the adequacy of venting systems. |
