Ames Fire & Waterworks LFC500, LFC500N, LFC500Z Lead Free Stainless Steel Reduced Pressure Detector Assemblies User Manual
Ames Fire & Waterworks Equipment

RP/IS-A-C400/C500
NOTICE
Inquire with governing authorities for local installation
requirements
NOTICE
For Australia and New Zealand, line strainers should be
installed between the upstream shutoff valve and the inlet of
the backflow preventer.
It’s important that this device be tested periodically in
compliance with local codes, but at least once per year
or more as service conditions warrant. If installed on a fire
sprinkler system, all mechanical checks, such as alarm checks
and backflow preventers, should be flow tested and inspected
internally in accordance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.
C400 OSY
NOTICE
Due to shipping, storage, and general handling, the Victaulic Coupling
for the shutoff valves may have loosened and should be retightened
during installation.
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Installation, Maintenance, & Repair
Colt™ Series C400, C500
Reduced Pressure Zone Assemblies
Reduced Pressure Detector Assemblies
Sizes: 2
1
⁄
2
" – 10" (65 – 250mm)
Local building or plumbing codes may require modifications to
the information provided. You are required to consult the local
building and plumbing codes prior to installation. If this informa-
tion is not consistent with local building or plumbing codes, the
local codes should be followed.
Need for Periodic Inspection/Maintenance: This product
must be tested periodically in compliance with local codes, but
at least once per year or more as service conditions warrant.
Corrosive water conditions, and/or unauthorized adjustments
or repair could render the product ineffective for the service in-
tended. Regular checking and cleaning of the product’s internal
components helps assure maximum life and proper product
function.
WARNING
!
Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information
can result in death, serious personal injury, property
damage, or damage to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
Testing
For field testing procedure, refer to Ames installation sheets
IS-A-ATG-1 found on
www.amesfirewater.com.
For other repair kits and service parts, refer to our Backflow
Prevention Products Repair Kits & Service Parts price list
PL-A-RP-BPD found on
www.amesfirewater.com.
For technical assistance, contact your local Ames representative.