Clunking hot water pipes
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Clunking hot water pipes
Whenever the washing machine solenoid kicks on or off, not sure which, the pipes clunk or knock, which I guess is common due to the sudden shutoff caused by the solenoid.
So, while at HD one day I found these copper tubes that are supposed to stop this from happening. I guess they act as a kind of buffer, or shock asorber, but I'm not quite sure about their installation. They are about 8 inches long, 1/2" copper tube with one end closed off.
I believe I am supposed to sweat them into a tee, but should they be positioned horizontal or vertical, or does it matter, and is there a specific location to install them?
Thanks
So, while at HD one day I found these copper tubes that are supposed to stop this from happening. I guess they act as a kind of buffer, or shock asorber, but I'm not quite sure about their installation. They are about 8 inches long, 1/2" copper tube with one end closed off.
I believe I am supposed to sweat them into a tee, but should they be positioned horizontal or vertical, or does it matter, and is there a specific location to install them?
Thanks