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When the water flows out of the hydrant, into the NO-DES system via the hoses; is the water considered waste because it left the distribution system?

April 26, 2017distribution flows Hoses hydrant Left no-des system waste water

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When the water flows out of the hydrant, into the NO-DES system via the hoses; is the water considered waste because it left the distribution system?

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(A) No. Once the NO-DES unit is connected to the hydrants or blow-off’s, and is pressurized by opening the hydrants or blow-off’s (full open); the NO-DES unit becomes a temporary part of the distribution system, just as a booster pump system does when used to transfer water or boost pressures. The distribution system water does not leave the distribution system; it is circulated through the connected “temporary loop” created by the NO-DES system. The water is not pumped anywhere (out or back in), it is only moved in a circle (circulated).