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    Testing concealed shower valve

    Hi all I've finished running the copper for my concealed shower valve and tested both inlets and the outlet with cold mains (full pressure). I just wanted to ask is it considered necessary to test the hot inlet with hot water, or will the cold suffice? Many thanks P
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    microbore valve connection

    Hi all, just removed a radiator while decorating. One side was easy, the other just spun round and is now leaking. Have drained down system but not sure how to fix leak (not seen this connector before) ps was really tight - split the olive? The whole connector is spinning round. Thanks in advance.
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    Double Check Valve with isolator?

    Does anyone know where I can get a DCV with an isolator that is WRAS approved? I need one for an outside tap and have limited space so I could do with a combined item thank you :)
  4. T

    Filling Loop Double Check Valve

    I’ve noticed on my old Bosch boiler the DCV on the filling loop is fitted to the boiler side of the water supply. And there is no isolator valve fitted. The only thing stopping it from leaking is the DCV? IS this ok?
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    Megaflo auto air valve leaking again

    Hi, I noticed some months ago that my Megaflo auto air valve was leaking so I replaced it, the replacement valve has also started to leak with a waxy residue. I recall that the original AAV had a black lid and the replacement has a brass lid, does it matter which version is fitted? Can I...
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    How do I replace a double-check/non-return valve?

    I need to replace the double-check/non-return valve on the pipe that goes out to the back garden tap under the sink. I got the correct replacement part, but I am not sure actually how to remove the original non-return valve on the pipe. When I loosen the two nuts, it can slide a bit back and...
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    morco gb24 seies 11 diverter valve

    hi ned to service a morco gb24 diverter valve in my sons static the valve is passing so when you use the water it creaps down the flow and return so the responce time is slow on water demand morco are very help full wonder if aybody on here has come across this problem and wanted to know if some...
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    Ceramic Valve replacement search

    I need to replace 4 ¼ turn ceramic valves for a second hand kitchen tap set - two taps. The current ones are dripping. These are marked X17C, and have a threaded collar. I've been to two local reputable plumbers merchants with the old valve and the head and cover to assist in fitting. No-one has...
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    15mm isolation valve

    Hi. I have to replace the taps on a small sink. Currently the tails fit onto the hot and cold-water supplies into a female end fitting. I want to add isolation valves to both supplies but all these seem to come with compression ends. My question is - can I just remove the compression bits (the...
  10. M

    installing toilet water valve, hoping for advice

    I have two toilet water valves to install. I'm new to this but have watched enough videos to think I can do it. Both water valves are standard turn off sweat valves that have been soldered on. One has at least two inches of exposed copper pipe extending beyond the wall flange and the other has...
  11. M

    Best way of reducing rad. Valve to 10mm

    Which is the best way of reducing a rad. Valve down from 15mm to 10mm. A soldered reducer or an internal reducer?
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    Problem with service valve connection

    Hi - I've replaced the service valve on the water feed to my toilet. It's screwed on fine on the bottom but the top connection to the nylon fitting doesn't screw on. If I remove the plastic washer it will screw on but it doesn't seal. It won't even fit on with the old washer, which is flattened...
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    Water in main street valve

    Just moved into a house and I was going to install a new shower. I went to turn off the water on the street there was water in the drain, should I be concerned about this
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    Help! Replace kohler diverter valve

    Hello. I have a Kohler Rite-Temp® 1/2 in. Pressure Balancing Valve with Stops. The diverter needs to replaced and I got the replacement part already. Opened the trim easily. But don’t seem to be able to unscrew the silver trim off the stem (red arrow in the photo). Can’t see why it doesn’t...
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    Shower valve advice - which 1/2 adapters should I use?

    Hi all I'm in middle of my bathroom renovation and about to connect up the shower valve. Thus far I've run all copper but would you recommend I use soldered to 1/2 adapters in to the valve or compression fitting to 1/2? Obviously I'd need to pre-solder the adapter before installing the 1/2...
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    How fix new fill valve plastic part?

    Hi, one of the two hooks on my toilet Torbeck fill valve has broken, and so the float can't connect. I've bought a new fill valve, however it's incredibly difficult to access underneath and replace the whole valve. I therefore just want to replace the plastic part that has the two hooks...
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    Dishwater feed valve stuck

    Need to turn off (up) red feed but too stiff. Any advice?
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    Rusty tank valve/connectors replacement?

    Been in property about 10 years and the valve on the (round/bunded) Balmoral tank has always been in pretty rusty state. Tank is 5,000 litres but only got about 300L left at the moment. Please see picture. Looking for opinions on whether to get valve/filter assembly replaced due to rust or if I...
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    safe to leave isolation valve turned off on flexible pipe?

    Hi I have a problem with my flexible pipes on my sink. They need replacing but we are going on holiday so won't be able to get this done till we get back. Is it safe to leave isolation valve turned off on flexible pipe connected taps for a longer period as it will be 2 weeks? Will it cause any...
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    Washing Machine Inlet Valve

    Hi, I’ve recently had my washing machine connected however the chap who installed it said the water inlet pipe connected has a larger head thus resulting in the valve not turning resulting in no water or low pressure water. What can I do to rectify this?
    • Reiss Flemming
    • Thread
    • machine valve washing washing machine
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Plumbers Forums

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