Pressure regulator questions
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Pressure regulator questions
Hey, I have a pressure regulator I think is acting up. The one I have was replaced 3 years ago with the exact unit that was on it. I bought it at a plumbing supply house here in the inland empire.
Recently, if someone is taking a shower and the toilet if flushed, the shower water is significantly reduced, way more than I remember. My question is, is it possible the unit has debree in it or could be somehow plugged up? I know these units use a spring and an adjustable piston. Since they are mechanical, and I assume the problem is the regulator, is there anyway to remove the plugs and clean them or inspect the parts? Do they build rebuild kits with new parts, etc?
I know a pic will help resolve some of your questions; I will try and post tomorrow. Steve
Recently, if someone is taking a shower and the toilet if flushed, the shower water is significantly reduced, way more than I remember. My question is, is it possible the unit has debree in it or could be somehow plugged up? I know these units use a spring and an adjustable piston. Since they are mechanical, and I assume the problem is the regulator, is there anyway to remove the plugs and clean them or inspect the parts? Do they build rebuild kits with new parts, etc?
I know a pic will help resolve some of your questions; I will try and post tomorrow. Steve
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Yes, it is possible that there is a restriction in the PRV. It also could be elsewhere such as a main shutoff valve or a corroded supply pipe leading to the house.
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Just taking a different road, it could be in the pressure balance of the shower unit itself, since it only occurs in the shower. May be time for a cartridge cleaning/replacement.
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I didn't think the whole house filter could do that, but I will change it and the retest the conditions. The low flow condition isn't unique with the shower; the condition can be seen at the kitchen sink, the flow o the washing machine, and the two showers.
Thanks - and Chandler, you get around a lot; this is the third question on three forums I have asked and you have answered all 3.
Thanks - and Chandler, you get around a lot; this is the third question on three forums I have asked and you have answered all 3.
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He (Chandler) was referring to the cartridge in your shower faucet. You previously did not say you had a water filter. In that case you certainly need to start there.
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Thanks, mcmahst, I try. Keeps me off the streets.
I thought initially it was only happening at the shower, but since it is universal, as Dane said, go for the filtration system.
I thought initially it was only happening at the shower, but since it is universal, as Dane said, go for the filtration system.