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Sales and Specifications Sheet • Issue Date July 2008 • Last Revision July 2014
2400 7th Avenue S.W · Cullman · Alabama 35055 · USA · www.cashacme.com
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A Division of Reliance Worldwide Corporation
V-3 and V-3C Hose Bibb
Atmospheric Backflow Preventers
DESCRIPTION
The Cash Acme V-3 Hose Bibb Atmospheric Backflow Preventers are designed to prevent
dangerous back-siphonage and backflow into a potable water supply.
The Cash Acme V-3 Backflow Preventers are for use around homes, schools, commercial
buildings, laboratories and any place involving moveable hoses that are attached to threaded
faucets, indoors or out.
The Cash Acme V-3 attaches to any standard male 3/4" hose-thread sill cock. The valve is
fitted with a male outlet connection to permit garden hose attachment. The V-3 is suitable for
systems with a maximum pressure of 125 psi and a maximum temperature of 180° F.
When backflow conditions occur, due to back pressure or back-siphonage, the seat and
diaphragm close to prevent any water from flowing back through the unit and into the water
supply line. At the same time, the diaphragm lifts off the vent holes to break any vacuum, and
any trapped water under pressure is allowed to escape through the vent holes.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Designed for any place involving moveable hoses attached to threaded faucets:
Use on homes, schools, laboratories or any commercial building.
The V-3 is equipped with a protruding "tip" device for manual draining of faucet (after hose
removal):
Prevents freezing.
Listed by ASSE 1011, CSA and IAPMO:
Inspector friendly, peace of mind!
Polished chrome plating designs are also available:
Modern finishes for a modern application.