Backflow

4 Inch Wilkins 375A

Question: I am working on a 4” Wilkins reduced pressure principle assembly. The model number is 375A. Can you tell me how this model is...

Prevention Rather Than Cure

With things moving toward a new normal and the COVID situation becoming more under control in many areas, we are again on the road...

1 Inch FEBCO 860

Question: I have a 1” Febco model 860 reduced pressure principal assembly that is dripping from the relief valve and needs to be repaired. Can...

The Ever-changing Backflow Industry

The focus of this issue of Working Pressure is “New Technology." In the backflow industry, changes occur all the time. Existing product standards are...

4” Ames Model C400

Question: I am servicing a 4” Ames Model C400. Can you tell me about this assembly and how to change the rubber parts for the...

2″ Watts Model 909M1

Question: I am working on a 2” Watts Model 909M1 assembly. The unit has failed the test and I want to replace the rubber parts....

Understanding Hydrants and Backflow Protection

You may know them by one of their various names: sill cock, wall hydrant, spigot, garden hose faucet, lawn faucet, wall tap,...

4” Apollo Model RP4AN

Question: I am servicing a 4” Apollo Model RP4AN. Can you tell me about this assembly, and how to replace the check valve discs and...

Fire Protection Backflow Testing

Is the testing of backflow prevention assemblies on fire systems different than testing the backflow prevention assemblies on domestic water systems?...

3” Watts Model 007DCDA

Question: I have a 3” Watts Model 007DCDA that needs to be serviced. I want to replace the check valve discs. Can you go over...