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  2. Plumbing - Wikipedia

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    Earlier, the waste disposal system had consisted of collecting waste and dumping it on the ground or into a river. Eventually the development of separate, underground water and sewage systems eliminated open sewage ditches and cesspools. In post-classical Kilwa the wealthy enjoyed indoor plumbing in their stone homes. [16] [17]

  3. Tap (valve) - Wikipedia

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    Faucet is the most common term in the US, similar in use to "tap" in British English, e.g. "water faucet" (although the term "tap" is also used in the US). Spigot is used by professionals in the trade (such as plumbers), and typically refers to an outdoor fixture.

  4. Reduced pressure zone device - Wikipedia

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    Discharge from the relief device is an indication that either of the two check valves is 'passing' (leaking past their shutoff seats) or the relief valve itself is faulty. Some normal water use conditions may cause short episodes of discharge (this is why check one has a minimum passing value of relief +3.

  5. Your sink is a breeding ground for bacteria that cause ... - AOL

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    The slimy substance that builds up on sink drains, bowl edges, and faucet bases is far from harmless gunk. It’s a fine layer of bacteria called biofilm, which can pose a public health risk.

  6. Hydrostatic test - Wikipedia

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    A hydrostatic test is a way in which pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. The test involves filling the vessel or pipe system with a liquid, usually water, which may be dyed to aid in visual leak detection , and pressurization of the vessel to the specified ...

  7. Drain-waste-vent system - Wikipedia

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    The key to a functional island fixture vent is that the top elbow must be at least as high as the "flood level" (the peak possible drain water level in the sink), allowing it to serve as a de facto vacuum breaker preventing the loop from becoming a siphon for an overfilled sink, as from a clogged drain (rather than vent) line.

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