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Section 203.1
BACKFLOW – the flow of water or other liquids, mixtures or
substances into the distributing pipes of a potable supply of
water from any source other than from its intended source.
Section 203.5
BACK-SIPHONAGE – the flowing back
of used, contaminated or polluted
water from a plumbing fixture or
vessel into a water supply due to a
negative pressure in such pipe.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES, ASSEMBLIES and METHODS
202.6
AIRGAP, WATER DISTRIBUTION – an unobstructed vertical distance
through the free atmosphere between the lowest opening from any pipe or
faucet conveying potable water to the flood level rim of any tank, vat or fixture.
Fixtures When not affected When affected by
by side walls side walls
Effective openings greater than 25mm in diameter 2 x the diameter 3 x the diameter
of effective of effective
opening opening
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES, ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS
FLOW FLOW
FIXTURE FITTING PRESSURE
kPa PSI GPM LPS
501.2.2
Testing Media – the piping of the plumbing, drainage and venting system shall
be tested with water or air.
501.2.3
WATER TEST – the water test shall be applied to the drainage and vent system
either in its entirety or in sections. The water shall be kept for at least 15
minutes before inspection starts.
501.2.4
AIR TEST – the air test shall be made by attaching an air compressor testing
apparatus to any suitable opening, and after closing all other inlets and outlets of
the system, air is forced into the pipe system until there is a uniform gauge
pressure of 34.5 kPa (5 psi) or sufficient to balance a column of mercury 254
mm in height. The pressure shall be held without introduction of additional air
for a period of at least 15 minutes.
Principle 13 KEYWORD:
501.2.6
WATER PIPING – upon completion of a section or of the entire hot and cold
water supply systems, it shall be tested and proved tight under a water
pressure not less than the working pressure under which it is to be used
plus 50%. The water for test shall be obtained from a potable source of
supply. A 344.5 kPa (50 psi) air pressure may be substituted for the water
test. In either method of test, the piping shall withstand the test without
leaking for a period of not less than 15 minutes.
Principle No. 14:
• No substance which will
clog the pipes, produce
explosive
mixtures ,destroy the
pipes or their joints or
interfere unduly with
the sewage disposal
process shall be allowed
to enter the building
drainage system.
Principle No. 15:
• Proper protection shall be
provided to prevent
contamination of food,
water, sterile goods & similar
materials by backflow of
sewage. When necessary,
the fixture, device or
appliance shall be connected
indirectly with the building
drainage system.
Principle No. 16: