7.8104.2 Crossover Due to a Single Lever Valve or a Failed Valve

Topic: 
Water Heating
Subtopic: 
Distribution
Desired Outcome: 
Minimize energy and water waste to the lowest possible life cycle cost
TitleSpecification(s)Objective(s)
7.8104.2a
Hazardous material removal

Health concerns in the removal and replacement of equipment (e.g., asbestos, other hazardous materials) will be identified

Written notification will be provided to occupants of the discovery of hazardous material, including contact information for regional EPA EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov asbestos coordinator

Occupant will be asked to contract with an EPA EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov -certified asbestos contractor to conduct abatement before decommissioning and replacement (occupant is responsible for abatement or remediation)

Remediate health hazards using EPA EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov -certified contractors
7.8104.2b
Installation

Check valves will be installed on the hot and cold water supply lines upstream of the valve

Eliminate crossover
7.8104.2c
Commissioning

Water pressure at the fixture will be verified

Ensure proper operation