Why a hose connection vacuum breaker is needed?
Under the guidelines of a Cross-Connection Control Program a Vacuum Breaker backflow preventer is required by the International Plumbing Code, …”when a direct or in-direct cross-connection in a public or private water system exists”. The Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker is designed for low hazard installations where backflow siphonage only could occur. Each Studios Bath Units has a vacuum breaker installed to prevent cross contamination of facility water.
