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Bathroom Water Efficiency

No Water Use Urinals
No water use urinals were introduced into the U.S. in 1991 as demand for water efficient fixtures grew.  The fixtures have many advantages.  A water- free urinal may save as much as 40,000 gallons of water each year, with locked in savings.  The fixtures are simple and inexpensive to maintain, requiring the periodic change of an insert or cartridge that acts as a one-way barrier to the sanitary sewer, eliminating the need for periodic plumbing repairs and, as was shown in a recent study by UCLA, producing less odor and better sanitation than conventionally plumbed fixtures. 

Water Savings

●  Up to 40,000 gallons each year
●  100 gallons save each day
●  $200 in water and sewer savings

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Calculate your savings  

Qualified Models & Availability

Falcon Waterfree Technologies
(310) 309-9138
Models: F1000 and F2000*
*Both models fit the existing Kohler and American Standard urinal footprints.

Waterless Co. 
Models: Sierra #2102, Sonora and Kalahari
(800) 458-2377

Hirsch Pipe & Supply (wholesale only)
Carries the qualified Sloan no water use urinals
1717 19th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-0077

 
Rebate

Receive a $490 rebate for qualified models installed in Santa Monica businesses.  Rebate program is subject to change and is available on a first come first served basis.  Call SAVE A BUCK at 1-877-728-2282 or visit www.mwdsaveabuck.com

 
Maintenance
Typically, cartridges will need to be changed every 7,000 uses or 3-4 months.  Signs indicating cartridge replacement include slow urine flow or stopped flow.  Removal of the cartridge is easy. A key is used to unlock the cartridge. The cartridge is lifted out and excess urine flows directly into the sewer. The cartridge is then removed and disposed of in the trash. A bucket of water is poured directly into the outlet to flush the line. A new cartridge is locked into place and 32 oz. of water is poured into cartridge followed by the sealant liquid.  Daily cleaning is recommended by wiping the urinal clean with a non-toxic, non-abrasive cleaner.
 

Additional Information
 

 

●  Santa Monica Municipal Code 8.32.060 No-Water-Using Urinals As Plumbing Fixtures effective September 8, 2005.
 
●  CA State Architecture DSA

 

This page was last modified on 08/06/2008

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