4 C400Z-NRS-FS

Item Number: F0191302
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Brand - Ames

  • Size: 4 inch
  • Weight: 252.0 lb
  • Model: C400Z-NRS-FS
  • Housing & Sleeve: Type 304 Stainless Steel (Schedule 40)
  • Shutoff Valves: Non-Rising Stem (NRS) resilient seated gate valves
  • Flood Sensor: SentryPlus Alert® technology included
  • Installation Pattern: Horizontal Z-Pattern
  • Design: Extremely compact and 70% lighter
  • Couplings: Groove fittings for easy installation

Description

The Colt 4 inch C400Z-NRS-FS Reduced Pressure Zone Backflow Preventer Assembly provides critical protection against contamination of potable water systems. Designed for health hazard applications, it prevents reverse flow due to backsiphonage and backpressure in continuous pressure piping. Featuring a durable Type 304 stainless steel body and non-rising stem gate valves, this assembly is approved for horizontal Z pattern installation. It includes a SentryPlus Alert® flood sensor for relief valve discharge detection, which activates alerts with an add-on connection kit. Item number F0191302.
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Additional Details

This Colt™ 4 inch reduced pressure zone backflow preventer assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of fire protection substances and non-potable water into the potable water supply due to backsiphonage and/or backpressure.

It is ideal for protection in continuous pressure piping applications and at cross-connections identified as health hazards, approved for horizontal Z pattern installation when installed in accordance with the direction of the flow arrow.

Construction & Design

  • Features an extremely compact design that is approximately 70% lighter than traditional designs, allowing for smaller enclosures.
  • Constructed with a Type 304 (Schedule 40) stainless steel body and quick access sleeve for durability.
  • Utilizes torsion spring check modules with a patented link check design for the lowest pressure loss and unmatched ease of serviceability.
  • Includes resilient seated gate valves with non-rising stems (NRS), test cocks, and a bottom-mounted pressure relief valve.
  • Groove couplings facilitate easy installation and pipe alignment.

Flood Sensor & Alerts

  • Equipped with a flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert® technology to detect continuous or excessive water discharges from the relief valve.
  • When paired with an add-on connection kit (sold separately), the sensor is activated to relay alerts for potential flooding events.
  • Connectivity options for the sensor include BMS, cellular communication, and the Sensor Control Monitor which integrates with BAS via RS-485 Modbus or the Nexa® platform through Wi-Fi.
  • Without an add-on connection kit, the flood sensor is a passive component and will not communicate with other devices.

Specifications

  • Size: 4 inch
  • Model: C400Z-NRS-FS
  • Shutoff Valves: Non-Rising Stem (NRS), resilient seated gate valves
  • Installation Pattern: Horizontal Z Pattern
  • Flood Sensor: SentryPlus Alert® Technology

Materials

  • Housing & Sleeve: Type 304 (Schedule 40) Stainless Steel
  • Elastomers: EPDM, Silicone, Buna 'N'
  • Link Checks: Noryl®
  • Check Discs: Reversible Silicone or EPDM
  • Test Cocks: Lead Free* Bronze Body
  • Pins & Fasteners: 300 Series Stainless Steel
  • Springs: Stainless Steel

Certificates & Approvals

  • Approved By: Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at The University of Southern California (FCCCHR-USC)
  • Standard: AWWA C511-97
  • Standard: CSA B64.4
  • Certified To: NSF/ANSI 61, Annex G
  • Approval: UL Classified
  • Approval: FM Approved

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Colt C400Z-NRS-FS backflow preventer?

Its primary purpose is to protect potable water systems from contamination by preventing the reverse flow of non-potable water or substances due to backsiphonage and/or backpressure in continuous pressure piping applications.

Does this backflow preventer include a flood sensor?

Yes, it includes a flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert® technology. This sensor detects excessive water discharges from the relief valve.

Is an additional kit required to activate the flood sensor's alert features?

Yes, an add-on connection kit (sold separately) is required to activate the flood sensor and enable it to relay alerts. Without this kit, the sensor remains a passive component.

What type of installation pattern is this model approved for?

This model is approved for horizontal Z pattern installation. It must be installed in accordance with the direction of the flow arrow.

What materials are primarily used for the housing and sleeve of this assembly?

The housing and sleeve are constructed from durable Type 304 (Schedule 40) stainless steel, contributing to its compact and lighter design.