This 1 1/2 inch FEBCO Series 860 Reduced Pressure Zone Backflow Preventer Assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of high hazard (toxic) fluids from entering the potable water supply due to backsiphonage and/or backpressure.
It is suitable for non-potable service applications such as irrigation systems, fire lines, boiler feed, industrial processing, hospitals, morgues, mortuaries, and chemical plants, adhering to national plumbing codes and water authority requirements.
Important Safety Information
- It is illegal to use this product in any plumbing system providing water for human consumption, such as drinking or dishwashing, in the United States. Before installing standard material product, consult your local water authority, building and plumbing codes.
Components
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Bronze body with top entry access
- Two independently operating, spring-loaded check valves
- A pressure differential relief valve located between the two checks
- Two threaded quarter turn ball valves with union connections
- Four top mounted test cocks
- Replaceable seats and discs
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Flood sensor on the relief valve to detect excessive water discharges
Features
- Flood alerts feature activated with add-on sensor connection kit, compatible with BMS and cellular communication
- Handles on the shutoff valves can be removed to discourage tampering
- Assembly includes a sensor on the relief valve for flood detection
