(A) Any approved backflow prevention device required by § 51.073 of this chapter shall be installed at a location and in a manner approved by the Superintendent. The consumer, at his or her sole expense, shall obtain and install said approved backflow prevention device within 90 days of notice and as directed by the Superintendent.
(B) Existing backflow prevention devices approved by the Superintendent prior to the effective date of this rule and which are properly maintained shall, except for inspection, testing and maintenance requirements, be excluded from the requirements of division (A) above, but only if the Superintendent determines that the devices will satisfactorily protect the public water supply system. If deemed necessary for proper testing by the Superintendent, 100% closing shutoff ball valves for testing shall be provided on existing backflow prevention devices. If the Superintendent determines that an existing backflow prevention device requires replacement, it shall be replaced with an approved backflow prevention device.
(Prior Code, § 6-130) Penalty, see § 51.999