1 1/4 4000BM2-FP - GV

Item Number: 88005692
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Brand - Ames
  • Size: 1 1/4 inch
  • Weight: 21.2 lb
  • Body Material: Bronze
  • Connections: Grooved Inlet/Outlet
  • Isolation Valves: Gear operated, slow close
  • Tamper Switches: Two pre-wired
  • Maximum Operating Pressure: 175 PSI
  • Maximum Water Temperature: 180°F
  • Easy Maintenance: Single access cover, no special tools

Description

The Ames 1 1/4 inch 4000B-FP Reduced Pressure Zone Backflow Preventer Assembly with grooved ends is designed to safeguard potable water supplies from pollution caused by backsiphonage or backpressure. Featuring durable bronze body construction, gear-operated slow-close isolation valves, and two pre-wired tamper switches, it ensures reliable performance. Its compact, modular design allows for easy in-line maintenance without special tools and economical repairs with replaceable seats. This assembly is ideal for continuous pressure piping applications and health hazard cross-connection protection. Item 88005692.

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Connections

  • The assembly features grooved inlet and outlet connections, designed for secure and efficient installation into compatible grooved piping systems.

Installation Context

  • This series can be used in a variety of installations, including the prevention of health hazard cross connections in piping systems or for containment at the service line entrance, in accordance with national plumbing codes.
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Additional Details

This 1 1/4 inch reduced pressure zone backflow preventer assembly is designed to prevent the flow of polluted water from entering into the potable water supply due to backsiphonage and/or backpressure in accordance with national plumbing codes and water authority requirements. Its compact modular design facilitates easy maintenance with a single access cover for in-line repairs and can be used in a variety of installations without the need of any special tools.

Features

  • Bronze body construction for durability
  • Gear operated slow close isolation valves and two pre-wired tamper switches
  • Top mounted test cocks for verification
  • Compact, space saving design with internal relief valve for reduced installation clearances
  • No special tools required for servicing
  • Replaceable seats for economical repair
  • Captured springs for safe maintenance
  • Single access cover and modular check construction for ease of maintenance

Specifications

General

  • Product Type: Reduced Pressure Zone (RPZ) Backflow Preventer Assembly
  • Size: 1 1/4 inch
  • Body Material: Bronze
  • Isolation Valves: Gear operated, slow close, resilient seated bronze ball valve shutoffs
  • Check Valves: Two in-line, independent check modules
  • Relief Valve: Internal pressure differential relief valve
  • Seats: Replaceable polymer check seats, removable relief valve seat
  • Access: Single access cover secured with stainless steel bolts
  • Test Cocks: Four resilient seated, top mounted, screwdriver slotted
  • Drain Fitting: Air gap drain fitting
  • Tamper Switches: Two pre-wired per shutoff
  • Connections: Grooved Inlet/Outlet
  • Maximum Supply Pressure: 175 PSI (12.06 bar)
  • Maximum Water Temperature: 180°F (75°C) continuous

Certificates & Approvals

  • USC Manual 8th Edition
  • ASSE Std. 1013
  • AWWA Std. C511
  • CSA B64.4
  • IAPMO File No. 1563
  • Approved by the Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at the University of Southern California

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of this backflow preventer?

This 1 1/4 inch Ames 4000B-FP Reduced Pressure Zone Assembly is designed to protect potable water supplies from contamination due to back-siphonage or back-pressure, as per national plumbing codes and water authority requirements.

What are the connection types for this assembly?

This backflow preventer assembly features grooved inlet and outlet connections, allowing for secure and straightforward installation into existing piping systems.

What materials are used in its construction?

The assembly features a durable bronze body construction, silicone rubber disc material for the checks and relief valve, and replaceable polymer check seats for economical repair.

What are the maximum operating pressure and temperature?

This assembly is suitable for supply pressures up to 175 PSI (12.06 bar) and water temperatures up to 180°F (75°C) continuously.

Does this backflow preventer require special tools for maintenance?

No, this backflow preventer is designed for easy maintenance with a single access cover and modular check construction, requiring no special tools for servicing.

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