b. It is very important that the hydrant is operated in a safe and responsible manner, which will prevent damage to the water lines, blockage, and any operation that may cause turbid water to be introduced into the system.
c. Fire hydrants shall only be opened to the FULL ON OR FULL OFF position. The hydrant will be left open during use; the gate valve mounted on the meter will control the flow. Fire hydrant should be turned off when the meter is not being used.
d. Opening and closing the hydrant must be done very slowly to avoid potential water hammer effects. e. Customer must provide protection, enclosures must be built or installed around the meter assembly to protect meter and hydrant from freezing but also granting inspection access. No wrapping of meter will be allowed. f. An air gap separation or backflow preventer must be maintained at all times when filling tanks or attaching to non-approved systems. A backflow preventer shall be used to protect the integrity of existing distribution lines.Mallory Valley will supply fire hydrant meter only. It will be the Customer's responsibility to supply all fittings and connections after the meter, including any required backflow preventer assemblies. Customer must support the temp meter so that the weight is not resting on the hydrant connection. 4. The fire hydrants should be kept visible and clear of any obstructions such as weeds or other debris at all times.