Backflow Prevention:- Asset or Liability? OR Use air gaps at hazardous locations 1992 New Rules:- Either keep a register of all devices, and test annually

Cheaper to replace a valve.... than to repair ? FAQ2: “The first check failed, didn’t test anything else. Give me a rubber kit” FAQ1: “The valve has failed. Give me a new valve”

Valve Configurations Triple Entry Double Entry Single Entry

Expected Maintenance Year 3 to Renew Basic Rubber parts Year 6 to Renew Basic Rubber parts Year 9 to Renew working internals Year 12 to Renew Basic Rubber parts Year 15 to Renew Basic Rubber parts Year 18 to Renew working internals Year 21 to Renew Basic Rubber parts Year 24 to Renew Basic Rubber parts Year 27 to Replace Valve

Valve Triage First Aid Surgery Terminal Condition Always fully diagnose before acting

Valve Triage First Aid Surgery Terminal Condition Flush and clean. Grease and lube Replace parts Modify installation Replace Valve Change & Update Installation

Repair Options Minor parts kits Vessels Modules

Reasons for Failure :- contamination

Reasons for Failure:- Internal issues

Reasons for Failure:- Hydraulic issues