Backflow prevention for auto leveler

Mighty_P

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May 25, 2018
14
California
I just remodeled my pool and added a water auto-leveler, which I need to now connect to a water line. I read in an old post that I need to use a backflow prevention device, such as this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G5HFEN0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

My pool is somewhat up a small hill in our backyard, so the water will be routed upwards. I understand that the backflow device is supposed to be 12" above the water, but does that mean down by my house where the water line starts, or should it be up by the pool & above the pool water line?
 
I just remodeled my pool and added a water auto-leveler, which I need to now connect to a water line. I read in an old post that I need to use a backflow prevention device, such as this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G5HFEN0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

My pool is somewhat up a small hill in our backyard, so the water will be routed upwards. I understand that the backflow device is supposed to be 12" above the water, but does that mean down by my house where the water line starts, or should it be up by the pool & above the pool water line?
All that is needed is an anti-siphon sprinkler valve, nothing so expensive as you listed. If water company pumps failed and the system lost pressure, they stop water being siphoned from the pool (back flow) into the domestic water system.
For an uphill route, put a simple check valve right after the supply valve.
 
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