Equipped with Outside Stem and Yoke (OSY) shutoff valves
Features gallons per minute meter for leak detection
Modular check design for easy maintenance
UL Listed and FM Approved
Prevents backflow of non-potable fire protection system substances
Description
The Watts Series 709DCDA 10 inch Double Check Detector Assembly is a backflow preventer designed for fire protection systems. It prevents non-health hazard substances, such as glycerin or stagnant water, from entering potable water lines. Featuring a cast iron body with patented ArmorTek® epoxy coating, it provides superior corrosion resistance. This assembly includes OSY shutoff valves and a gallons per minute meter to detect leaks and unauthorized water use, helping to reduce water costs. Its modular check design ensures simple maintenance and assembly. It is UL Listed, FM Approved, and meets AWWA C510 and ASSE 1048 standards. Item number 0387092.
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Installation & Compatibility
This double check detector assembly is specifically designed for installation on fire protection systems.
It connects to a potable water supply to prevent the backflow of non-health hazard substances.
The unit is approved for both horizontal and vertical "flow up" installations.
This 10 inch Watts 709DCDA Double Check Detector Assembly Backflow Preventer is designed to prevent the reverse flow of non-health hazard fire protection system substances into the potable water supply. It is mandatory for use in accordance with water authority containment requirements.
The assembly incorporates a gallons per minute meter to detect leaks underground and identify unauthorized water use, helping to reduce unaccountable water costs.
Construction & Design
Body constructed from fused epoxy coated cast iron.
Features Watts' patented ArmorTek® coating technology for integrated protection against microbial-induced corrosion (MIC) and electrochemical corrosion.
Equipped with Outside Stem and Yoke (OSY) shutoff valves.
Modular check design facilitates easy maintenance and assembly access.
Approved by the Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at the University of Southern California
FAQs
What is the primary function of this backflow preventer?
This backflow preventer is designed to prevent the reverse flow of non-health hazard fire protection system substances, such as glycerin, stagnant water, or non-potable water, from entering the potable water supply.
What does the integrated gallons per minute meter do?
The gallons per minute meter helps detect underground leaks that can lead to unaccountable water costs and identifies unauthorized water usage or illegal taps.
What is ArmorTek® coating technology?
ArmorTek® is a patented three-part advanced epoxy system applied to the cast iron components. It is engineered to reduce microbial-induced corrosion (MIC) and protect exposed metal substrates, enhancing durability.
What shutoff valves are included with this assembly?
The assembly comes standard with UL Classified and FM Approved resilient seated Outside Stem and Yoke (OSY) shutoff valves.
What are the key approvals and standards this product meets?
This backflow preventer is UL Listed, FM Approved, and meets AWWA Standard C510 and ASSE 1048 requirements. It is also approved by the Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research.
