Backflow Sydney Water

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Click the Systems/Feature dropdown arrow and scroll to SS7. Select SS7 and click Search the Name, Suburb Address or other options to see a list of IQPs who can install or test your device.

HEAVY DUTY LONG LASTING V-BELTTRUE BLUE BELT 5/8 X 140(B137)Section Type: B V-BeltInside length: 137 InchesOutside Length: 140 Inches

We conduct regular surveys to find high and medium-risk properties that require backflow devices. If we identify your property, we will send you a letter advising you about surveying your property. We will send you the survey results and, if you need a backflow device, explain what you need to do.

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Backflow occurs when water flows backwards into the public water network. An unwanted reverse flow can cause contaminants – such as harmful bacteria or chemicals – to enter the water supply. This can seriously affect the quality and safety of drinking water.

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If you don’t repair and retest the device within 2 weeks of receiving this message, we will revisit the device, make repairs, and invoice you for this work.

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The building owner is responsible for arranging an IQP to inspect and test these in accordance with the building’s compliance schedule (contact Auckland Council for further information)

This is placed at your property boundary. Watercare oversees testing of it to ensure it fully complies with the Water Services Act.

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TrueBlue belts are heavy duty high quality aftermarket belts that replace a range of OEM belts and are made featuring multiple layers that increase its strength and durability. These belts are aramid cord belts that have the greatest strength to weight ratio which are two to three times higher than other organic fibre belts.

When required, we reserve the right to fix or upgrade a faulty device to reduce risks to the water network. We will recover reasonable costs for this work from you.

We ensure that water flows to your property under the correct pressure, but if this pressure changes there is a chance that water could be drawn back into our network.

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Examples: Hospitals, mortuaries, chemical plants, cooling towers, air conditioners, hairdressing salons, commercial laundries.

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The lower elongation of the belts eliminates the resetting/ retensioning of the aramid cord belts and the outer layer adds to the strength of the product as it is cut resistant, oil resistant and heat resistant.

2. If the water supply is directly connected to equipment, such as a boiler or a private bore which is at a higher pressure, water is forced back into the network.

As the owner of a boundary backflow device you must pay for the tests. Independent testers will have their own fee schedule for this work.

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If your device fails the test or you do not repair it on time, we will contact you stating that it is a high priority to repair it.

When you apply to us for a water connection that requires a backflow device, you must include scale plans showing all existing or proposed backflow prevention devices. The plans must be stamped ‘approved’ by Auckland Council for building or resource consent.

When your device passes the test, the tester issues a certificate. They may use their own certificate, or download our boundary backflow device test certificate.

Watercare installs all backflow devices except for fire supplies. As the property owner, you are responsible for maintaining and annually testing the correct backflow device at your boundary.