Take apart Generalaire 1042 Solenoid valve...
#1
12-04-17, 05:57 AM
Take apart Generalaire 1042 Solenoid valve...
How do I take apart the solenoid valve shown in the attached picture?
#2
12-04-17, 06:10 AM
Member
I use a face pin spanner because I happen to have one.
Precise 4mm Pin Hole Adjustable Face Spanner Wrench - 7016-0042 - Penn Tool Co., Inc
A flat blade screw driver held at a steep angle and a tap with a hammer will work in a pinch.
Precise 4mm Pin Hole Adjustable Face Spanner Wrench - 7016-0042 - Penn Tool Co., Inc
A flat blade screw driver held at a steep angle and a tap with a hammer will work in a pinch.
#3
12-04-17, 06:39 AM
Thanks, using a screw driver works but I watch another video and didn't realize there is a tiny filter in the orifice & strainer assembly which might be clogged.
Maybe I will soak it in CLR or hot water to unclog it. Do I really need the orifice and strainer assembly?
When I disconnect it from the solenoid and turn on the water, the water doesn't come out the end and instead comes out the fitting instead.
Maybe I will soak it in CLR or hot water to unclog it. Do I really need the orifice and strainer assembly?
When I disconnect it from the solenoid and turn on the water, the water doesn't come out the end and instead comes out the fitting instead.
Last edited by pdub11; 12-04-17 at 08:12 AM.
#4
12-04-17, 09:36 PM
Group Moderator
Welcome to the forums.
I'm sure it made sense when you typed it but it's not clear.
Certainly you need a strainer and orifice. The strainer keeps the orifice from clogging and the orifice meters the proper amount of water onto the media.
I've never taken one of those valves apart.... I just change them.
When I disconnect it from the solenoid and turn on the water, the water doesn't come out the end and instead comes out the fitting instead.
Certainly you need a strainer and orifice. The strainer keeps the orifice from clogging and the orifice meters the proper amount of water onto the media.
I've never taken one of those valves apart.... I just change them.
