The Watts LF009-LF-FS 3 is a 3" lead-free reduced pressure zone (RPZ) backflow preventer with NPT connections, approved for high health hazard protection. It features a cast iron body and a silicone seat. Rated to 175 psi. This model is certified lead-free for potable-water installations.
This 3 inch lead free reduced pressure zone backflow preventer assembly is designed to prevent the flow of polluted water from entering into the potable water supply due to backsiphonage and or backpressure. Ideal for protection in continuous pressure piping applications and at cross-connections identified as health hazards and for contaminants at the service line entrance. This assembly without shutoff valves consists of a cast iron body, NPT end connections, top mounted test cocks, two in-line independent check valves, captured springs and replaceable check seats with an internal relief valve for reduced space requirements. 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. This backflow assembly includes flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert® technology to detect excessive water discharges from the relief valve. When activated through an add-on sensor connection kit, the flood sensor can send an alert to notify the user of potential flooding. Add-on sensor connection kits are available for both BMS and cellular communications.
Features
- Features flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert technology to detect excessive water discharges from the relief valve
- Alert features available with add-on sensor connection kit
- 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
- Compact design
- No special tools required for servicing
- Includes: Test Cocks
- Includes: Flood Sensor
Common Questions
- What hazard level is this RPZ approved for?
- It is rated for high health hazard (toxic) cross-connections, so it may be used on either high or low hazard service. The assembly is listed to ASSE 1013.
- 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.
- Does this ship with inlet and outlet shutoff valves?
- No. This is the "less valves" (LF) configuration — the assembly ships without inlet and outlet shutoffs. Most jurisdictions require approved shutoffs on both sides, so order them separately or choose a QT, NRS, OSY or BFG variant of this model.
- 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.
- Does the relief valve need a drain?
- Yes. An RPZ relief valve is designed to discharge, and it can dump a large volume of water, so it must never be installed in a pit or below grade and the discharge must be piped to an adequate drain through an air gap. The air gap fitting is not included with this model and is ordered separately. This model includes the SentryPlus Alert flood sensor, which signals a relief-valve discharge before it becomes a flood.
Specifications
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Type: RPZ
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Size: 3"
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Inlet Size: 3"
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Outlet Size: 3"
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Connection: NPT
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Body Material: Cast Iron
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Seat / Seal Material: Silicone
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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: LF009-LF-FS 3
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Certifications: ASSE-1013, CSA-B64, UL, FM, USC, IAPMO
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Lead-Free: Yes
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Assembly Type: RPZ
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Hazard Protection Level: High Health Hazard
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ASSE Standard: ASSE 1013
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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: None
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Flood Sensor (SentryPlus Alert): Yes
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Strainer Included: No
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Air Gap Fitting Included: No
