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ASSE 1014

Performance Requirements for Backflow Prevention Devices for Hand-Held Showers

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Organization: ASSE
Publication Date: 1 January 2005
Status: inactive
Page Count: 16
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Description

These devices provide backflow protection against backsiphonage and backpressure in handheld showers. These are separate devices or are integral with wall-mounted or deck-mounted tub fillers, flexible hoses, or components that are attached to shower arms.

General Requirements

The device(s) and associated components shall comply with the requirements of this standard and the applicable requirements of ASME A112.18.1 unless stated otherwise herein.

Minimum Working Pressure

The device shall be designed to withstand an inlet working pressure of a minimum of 125.0 psi (861.9 kPa).

Temperature

Temperature Range

The device shall be designed to function at temperatures from 40.0 °F to 120.0 °F (4.4 °C to 48.9 °C).

Maximum Temperature Spike

The device shall withstand temperature spikes up to 150 °F (65.6 °C).

Document History

ASSE 1014
January 1, 2020
Performance Requirements for Backflow Prevention Devices for Hand-held Showers
Scope and Purpose Description These devices provide backflow protection against backsiphonage and backpressure in handheld showers. These are separate devices or are integral with handheld showers,...
ASSE 1014
January 1, 2005
Performance Requirements for Backflow Prevention Devices for Hand-Held Showers
Description These devices provide backflow protection against backsiphonage and backpressure in handheld showers. These are separate devices or are integral with wall-mounted or deck-mounted tub...
ASSE 1014
August 1, 1989
Performance Requirements for Hand-Held Showers
A description is not available for this item.
1014
January 1, 1989
Performance Requirements for Hand-Held Showers
A description is not available for this item.

References

This document is referenced by:
IAPMO USPSHTC - UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE
Published by IAPMO on January 1, 2018
The provisions of this code shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, repair, relocation, replacement, addition to, use, and maintenance of swimming pools, spas, or hot tub systems...
This document is referenced by:
ASSE SERIES 16000 - Professional Qualifications Standard for Inspectors and Plans Examiners
Published by ASSE on June 1, 2019
This standard applies to an individual who inspects plumbing systems, both residential and commercial, as per the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
This document is referenced by:
NYPC - 2020 Plumbing Code of New York State
Published by NYBC on November 1, 2019
The provisions of this code shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, repairs, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing systems within this jurisdiction. This...
This document is referenced by:
ASME A112.18.3 - Performance Requirements for Backflow Protection Devices and Systems in Plumbing Fixture Fittings
Published by ASME on January 1, 2002
This Standard addresses functional performance and requires physical characteristics of devices and systems which provide backflow protection consistent with the level of risk associated with the...
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