Back pressure definition
Back pressure means a pressure greater than the supply pressure that may cause backflow.
Back pressure means the flow of water or other liquids, mixtures, or substances under pressure into the distribution pipes of potable water supply system from any source(s) other than the intended source.
Back pressure means backflow caused by a pump, elevated tank, boiler, or other means that could create pressure within the system greater than the potable water supply system.
More Definitions of Back pressure
Back pressure means pressure created by mechanical means or other means causing water, liquids or other substance to flow or move in a direction opposite to what is intended.
Back pressure means pressure created by mechanical or other means that creates resistance which, if such pressure rises to a particular level, may cause water or other liquids or substances to flow or move in a direction opposite to that which is intended.
Back pressure means pressure higher than the supply pressure;
Back pressure means a pressure greater than the supply pressure which may
Back pressure means pressure that is higher than the ambient pressure in the water distribution system of the Corporation;
Back pressure means back flow caused by a pump, elevated tank, boiler, or other means that could create pressure within the system greater than the supply pressure.
Back pressure means a condition in which the pressure in a non-potable system is greater than the pressure in the potable distribution system and can cause contaminants to backflow into the potable system.