The Watts LF709-QT-FDA-IOT 3 is a 3" lead-free double check valve assembly, approved for low health hazard protection. It features a cast iron body. Rated to 175 psi. This model is certified lead-free for potable-water installations.
This 3 inch lead free double check valve backflow preventer assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of contaminated water of non-potable quality from being pumped or siphoned into the potable water supply due to backsiphonage and or backpressure. Ideal for protection in continuous pressure piping applications and cross-connections identified as non-health hazards. This assembly consists of a fused epoxy coated cast iron body, FDA epoxy coated quarter-turn ball valves, test cocks, and a modular check design for easy maintenance with center stem guide. The captured spring is accessible through a bolted cover plate. This assembly features integrated pressure-sensing test cocks that measure pressure fluctuations at three points when activated with an add-on monitoring connection kit. The kit collects, converts, and transmits the data values for use in a building management system. The coating on this backflow assembly uses ArmorTek®, a patented 3-part advanced epoxy coating system designed to limit both microbial induced (MIC) and exposed metal substrate corrosion.
Features
- Pressure sensors integrated on the backflow preventer to measure pressure fluctuations at three test cock locations when activated
- Add-on kit available for activating sensors and transmitting data values to a building management system
- A solution for monitoring assembly performance between code testing
- Data access to help drive scheduling of maintenance and repair
- Utilizes advanced ArmorTek coating technology to resist corrosion of internals
- Cast iron body construction with patented 3-part advanced epoxy coating system designed to limit both microbial induced (MIC) and exposed metal substrate corrosion
- FDA epoxy coated quarter-turn ball valves
- Includes: Test Cocks
Common Questions
- What hazard level is this Double Check approved for?
- It is rated for low health hazard (non-toxic, "pollutant") cross-connections only. Where the substance downstream could be a health hazard, codes require a reduced pressure zone (RPZ) assembly instead. The assembly is listed to ASSE 1015.
- Is this model legal for potable water?
- Yes. It is certified lead-free to NSF/ANSI 372, which is what state plumbing codes require for any device in a drinking-water line.
- Does this assembly have to be tested every year?
- Yes. This is a field-testable assembly with 4 test cocks. Most water authorities require it to be tested and certified by a licensed backflow tester at installation and annually thereafter. It carries USC FCCCHR approval, which many jurisdictions accept as their sole approval list.
- What shutoff valves are included?
- It is supplied with quarter-turn ball valves on the inlet and outlet.
- Is this listed for fire protection service?
- Yes — it is UL Classified and FM Approved, the listings normally required for a backflow device on a fire sprinkler supply.
Specifications
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Type: Double Check
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Size: 3"
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Inlet Size: 3"
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Outlet Size: 3"
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Body Material: Cast Iron
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Max Pressure (psi): 175
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Application: Domestic Water
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Backflow Protection: Both
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Operation: Continuous
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Country of Origin: United States
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Warranty: 1 Year Limited
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MPN: LF709-QT-FDA-IOT 3
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Certifications: ASSE-1015, CSA-B64, UL, FM, USC, IAPMO
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Lead-Free: Yes
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Assembly Type: Double Check
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Hazard Protection Level: Low Health Hazard
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ASSE Standard: ASSE 1015
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USC FCCCHR Approved: Yes
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Fire Protection Listing: UL Classified;FM Approved
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Field Testable: Yes
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Number of Test Cocks: 4
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Shutoff Valves: Quarter-Turn Ball
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Flood Sensor (SentryPlus Alert): No
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Strainer Included: No
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Air Gap Fitting Included: No
