Cold Water Supply (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Flashcards
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Mains pipe connection
Mains pipe connection
Chamber beneath pavement outside property; brings water to home
Stop valves function
Stop valves function
Control water flow; used for maintenance & emergency shutoff
Drain valves location & purpose
Drain valves location & purpose
Above stop valves; allow water drainage for maintenance
Materials for pipe fittings
Materials for pipe fittings
Plastic, copper, and cast iron
Two main cold water supply systems
Two main cold water supply systems
Direct and indirect supply systems
Direct system water source for appliances
Direct system water source for appliances
Mains feed directly to all household appliances
Drinking water in direct system
Drinking water in direct system
Available from all taps (all connect to mains)
Kitchen tap in indirect system
Kitchen tap in indirect system
Only tap directly to mains; only drinking water source
Storage tank capacity for 4-bedroom house
Storage tank capacity for 4-bedroom house
340 litres
Storage tank support requirement
Storage tank support requirement
Must be spread across at least four joists