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Emergency Valve Hot Water Requirements

Hot Water Flow Rate Needed for use with Emergency TMVs*
*Tool only applicable for Bradley Emergency Valves and Fixture Products.
Results are intended to estimate hot water consumption only, based on system parameters entered.

Application Parameters	Quantity
Mixed Flow Requirement Total flow required to supply emergency fixtures fed by this valve.	GPM
Set Temperature Bradley TMVs are pre-set to 85°F and can be adjusted to desired setting (65°F - 95°F)	°F
Hot Temperature Set at the water heater by the user. Maximum inlet temperature to valve is 180°F.	°F
Cold Temperature City water temperature, consult local utility for seasonal range	°F

Hot Flow Amount required to provide set temperature.	GPM
15 Min Hot Flow Total amount of hot water required to provide 15 minutes of flow at set temperature to your eye wash and/or drench shower application.	gallons

It is typical to experience seasonal variations in cold water temperatures. A seasonal range should be available from your local utility. The chart to the left provides information on how variations will affect your system, allowing you to design a system that accommodates these fluctuations.

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