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Keywords: Scalding, Cold, Outlet, Mix, Hot
A device that ensures delivery of hot water at a specified temperature to an outlet by mixing two different streams of hot and cold water to provide a cooling effect in the situation that the hot water from the water heater exceeds the desired outlet temperature. These are a common method of ensuring that an installation meets the 50(0)C maximum outlet temperature regulation applying to all new buildings as per the National Plumbing Code, AS3500.4.2
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a safety device designed to protect against scalding at outlets primarily used for personal hygiene
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A in-line hot/cold mixing valve
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mixes cold water with hot, preventing scalding hot water from reaching faucets.
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An in-line hot / cold mixing valve.
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A valve used to mix heated water with cold in a heating system to provide a desired water temperature for end use.
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