Description
AVG Pressure Reduction Valve Boundary with Isolation Ball Valve 20mm 500KPA
The new compact PRV20-BV20 is a combination 20mm Pressure Reduction and isolation Ball Valve designed to control the incoming water pressure to the property to no more than 500kPa as per AS3500.
The valve is designed to be installed at the wall of the building which allows for convenient water isolation without having to rummage around looking for the water meter at the property boundary.
Features
- Low Profile compact design
- Superior flow capacity, 170 l/min
- Suits inlet pressures up to 1600Kpa
- Operates at up to 80ºC
- Complies with AS1357.2
- Body made of DR Brass
- Stainless Steel Seat
- Metal cap for protection of the valve
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to these instructions, Pressure limiting valves (PLV) must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 National Plumbing and Drainage Code and all Government requirements must be met.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- AVG valves should always be installed by a licensed plumber in accordance with National Plumbing and Drainage Code AS/NZS 3500 and comply with any Local Authority requirements.
- Flush all pipe work before installing valve.
- Install the PLV with the direction of flow, as indicated by the arrow on the valve body.
- Suitable for vertical or horizontal installation.
- Install the PLV downstream from an AVG NRI (non return & Isolating valve).
- Install the PLV downstream of a line strainer.
- The valve should be installed where it is easily accessible.
- The valve must not be buried in the ground or installed in a situation where it could be subject to freezing.
- Do not expose a PLV to a torch flame or heat. Excessive heat will destroy the seals and sealing components.
