EZ-FLO 10789 Self-Closing Shower Valve, Chrome
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You can do it that way, but keep in mind that it will only dispense water if you pull it, so you'll need to keep one hand pulling down to turn the water on. You could also make a foot petal by mounting it lower or extending the chain so it only turns on when you press the petal; this is exactly what I did with it for a sink in my garage where I didn't want to use my oily hands to turn a faucet and instead use my foot petal to only dispense water when I needed it. br>br>I hope this information is useful.
If the connections are the same size, a garden hose can connect; if they aren't, an adaptor can be used.
Yes, the only issue is that unlike a regular indoor shower, which allows you to use both hot and cold water, this only allows you to use one or the other.
Mine is set up in a vertical position. On my dock, I installed it with the valve handle up and to one side. To turn on the shower, I simply pull the chan toward me.
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This is sufficient for our needs (automatic shutoff for an outdoor shower). Liked: Constructed well and with a lot of heft. The chain that came with it was one of the things I didn't care for. br>br>We had another one of these before, but it got concrete splattered all over it during construction, so we replaced it with this one. br>Here were some of the problems we encountered: It was used in the open air and required lubrication after a while: It would get stuck in the on position (which was actually a benefit because it meant we didn't have to hold the chain the entire time), and you'd have to push it back with a stick. We didn't lubricate it to fix it because we liked it "broken. " The chain also broke quickly, and the ring didn't last long after that. The ring went through a small hole on the "handle," and a couple of things I tried to replace it with wouldn't fit. I ended up using a wire keychain like this to replace it: (probably not the best price, but it's a start) and stainless steel chain from the hardware store, which we attached to the new valve when it arrived. It functions as if it were brand new (which it is).
These were purchased for my teenage sons, who were taking 30-minute showers and wasting a lot of water, as well as costing me a lot of money in water and electricity bills. Since having them installed, I've noticed a decrease in both bills. Don't forget to grab the male-only option. You'll need to come out of the wall with a male 3/4" extension. Also, don't try to install this between the shower head and your regular pipe; it'll almost certainly require too much torque, and the angle will be inefficient (the standard shower pipe comes out horizontally and then points down at a 30-degree angle). (angle of 45 degrees).
It's quite effective. However, after only two years, the internal parts began to rust, and it became more difficult to close automatically. I bought a new one and greased the moving joints with plumber's grease and taped the threaded ones with teflon tape. Perhaps next year I'll be able to stretch it out.
After swimming, I bought this to use in an outdoor shower. It's easy to use and has a good seal. It can be used both vertically and horizontally. The construction is made of heavy brass and appears to be of high quality. It runs smoothly and doesn't require a strong hand to operate; my three-year-old can do it without difficulty. The chain is a little short, but I bought a "good vibrations 110 start me up full grip lawn mower replacement handle" to use with the valve, and I think it worked out well for $5.
As a home urinal valve, it performs admirably. There's no need for 3/4" supply pipe, and I'm not sure it could withstand commercial use. br>br>Get a 1/2" short nipple and a threaded reducer adapter for the urinal spud, as well as a flexible supply line. I used this adapter: Attach fittings to valve first, then to spud's threaded tube, then tighten nut on spud which squishes rubber gasket into opening on top of urinal with care and dexterity. Despite the fact that there is probably a better way, I couldn't find any instructions for installing spuds.
This is a well-built water-saving valve that I purchased based on other reviews. It's simple to set up and use, and it works flawlessly. My only criticism is that most shower heads protrude from the wall at an angle, which places the valve handle pull at a lower angle than desired. It still functions properly, but I wish it could be adjusted.
This was purchased as part of a set. The actress needed to wash her hair on stage, so the shower had to be practical. We used it in a gravity-fed shower, and the water came out when the chain was pulled. Because the handle is quite stiff, we had to secure the joint before and after the mechanism to prevent the entire pip assembly from tipping forward and bending. Aside from that, it was a fantastic buy.
It's extremely durable and should last a long time. I've had it yanked on by kids for a few weeks and haven't had any concerns about it breaking.
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