Section 0400-45-09-.11 - INSTALLATION OF PUMPS, FILTERS, AND WATER TREATMENT UNITSPrimary responsibility for compliance with the provisions set forth herein for the installation of water well pumps, filters and water treatment units rests with the installer of these devices.
(1) The capacity of the pump shall be consistent with the intended use and yield characteristics of the well.(2) The pump and related equipment for the well shall be conveniently located to permit easy access and removal for repair and maintenance.(3) The base plate of a pump placed directly over the well shall be designed to form a watertight seal with the well casing or pump foundation.(4) In installations where the pump is not located directly over the well, the annular space between the casing and pump intake or discharge piping shall be closed with a watertight seal designed specifically for this purpose.(5) The well shall be properly vented at the wellhead to allow for pressure changes within the well. The vent shall be screened to prevent entry of insects.(6) Any suction line installed underground between the well and pump shall be surrounded by six (6) inches of impervious material such as cement, or encased in a larger pipe that is sealed at each end.(7) All conduits, valves and other plumbing fixtures used to convey water from a water-supply well to any building or other outlet shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.(8) All pressure tanks shall be installed above ground unless the tank is specifically designated by the manufacturer for below ground burial.(9) The electrical wiring and equipment used in connection with the installation of a water well pump shall: (a) Meet underwriters specifications;(b) Be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code or local codes and ordinances if the latter are more restrictive;(c) Be equipped with a fused or circuit breaker disconnect switch.(d) Be served by an entirely separate circuit from other equipment.(10) Water filters and water treatment units shall be installed and serviced to accommodate water quality problems as determined by physical, chemical or bacteriological evaluation or field test; and the function of the equipment shall achieve the results specified by the manufacturer. In servicing and installing treatment units the sanitation of the water supply shall be protected.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-45-09-.11
Original rule filed October 16, 2012; effective January 14, 2013. Rule renumbered from 1200-04-09.Authority: T.C.A. §§ 69-10-101 et seq. and 4-5-201 et seq.