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Plumbing Tool - Water Stopper
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"Why do you caution against pressure buildup if water is just trickling out of the pipe?"
When the trickle is flowing free, there is no pressure. When it is plugged off,
pressure will increase until it's equal to the supply pressure. The smaller the pipe, the faster the pressure will increase. Have everything ready
to solder before you close the plug.
"Why does the expansion seal (plug) need to be at least 6 inches from the solder joint?"
The plug should be at least 6 inches from the solder joint in order to prevent it from melting.
"My water is flowing more than a trickle. Will the Wassi water stopper halt the flowing water?"
It will for only a brief period of time. Pressure will build against the plug and eventually
push it out with great force.
"How can I reduce the chance of pressure buildup against the plug?"
If there is a faucet, hose bibb, or any other way to release water/pressure
between the seeping shut off valve and the plug, you can open it to keep pressure from building. If not, extreme caution should be
taken.
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