ASSE 1053
Performance Requirements for Dual Check Backflow Preventer Wall Hydrants - Freeze Resistant Type
| Organization: | ASSE |
| Publication Date: | 1 May 2004 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 25 |
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Performance Requirements for Dual Check Backflow Preventer Wall Hydrants - Freeze Resistant Type
These devices provide protection of the potable water supply from contamination due to backsiphonage or backpressure without damage to the device due to freezing, and is field testable to verify protection under the high hazard conditions present at a hose threaded outlet. This device shall only be used on systems where the low-head backpressure does not exceed that generated by an elevated hose equal to or less than 10 feet (3 m) in height, and are not subjected to continuous water pressure.
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