Technically, backflow is defined as the unintentional reversal of the normal direction of flow in a potable water system that may result in the pollution or contamination of the system by a liquid, gas, solids or mixtures. Simply put, backflow is anywhere “bad water” has the chance to mix with “good water”.
3. Why does the Backflow Device have to be tested yearly?
A Backflow Preventer is a mechanical device, and like any mechanical device, it will fail. Ohio Plumbing Code
specifies that every backflow prevention device must be tested at least
yearly to verify its operation. Failure to do so could allow a backflow
event to harm people and/or property.
4. What does the Backflow Test involve?
The backflow test is fairly simple. Every testable backflow device has
test ports built into it to allow yearly testing. A backflow technician
will connect a test kit to the device and verify proper operation. All
water downstream of the backflow device must be shut off to perform the
test.
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