How to adjust an anti-scald valve in a bathtub or shower.
When someone turns on another faucet, or if someone takes a bath and starts the water while someone else is already in the shower, you can get hit with hot water.This can be dangerous for seniors.This problem can be solved with an anti-scald valve.
Everything you need to know about the anti-scald valve will be covered in this article.
There are no sudden changes in temperature with this device built into the shower handle that regulates the pressure from the cold and hot water lines.
If your house is new, you may already have the anti-scald valves in your shower handles.
You should put them in if you don't have them because water temperatures can get so hot that they can use burns.
Installation of an anti-scald pressure-balancing valve in your shower can help prevent burns.You can get a third-degree burn in 5 seconds if the water in the shower spikes.
Keeping your water temperature above 120 degrees is recommended if you want to foster the growth ofbacteria.
If you want to keep your family safe in the shower, set the temperature to 140 degrees and use an anti-scald pressure valve.
To get to the anti-scald valve, you will need a screwdriver or drill.You may need needle nose pliers to turn the valve.
The first step is Step 1.The shower handle needs to be removed to get to the valve.The inner parts of the handle are like rings and washers.To have reference to put them back in place, you need to take a picture of how this looks before you remove them.
You should see the valve now that you have removed the outer components.The numbers printed on the valve are not indicative of what it is currently set at.If it isn't marked, you have to try the water to see if you get the right temperature.
The valve regulates water pressure.Why is this important?The water can cause burns in less than 5 seconds.
The anti-scald valve balances the pressure between hot and cold water.
Anti-scald valves can be placed in individual showers.The water temperature and volume are controlled by this type of valve.These are used in the bathroom with more showers.
The incoming flow of cold and hot water can be balanced with pressure-sensitive anti-scald valves.Did you know that hot water has high pressure?The two are balanced by this valve.
If there is a shortage of cold water, the valve helps to regulate the hot water pressure and prevent overheated water from moving to the showerheads.
If you're not familiar with plumbing, we recommend you call a professional to install an anti-scald valve for you.
If you are a do it yourself type, you can do this job yourself.There are many online guides on how to complete this.
It is important for the safety of you and your loved ones against potential burns from rapid hot water that can happen without much warning.
These valves should be installed in homes with elderly people who live by themselves.It can help avoid accidents.
We hope this guide sheds light on why you should have an anti-scald valve and how to adjust or install one so you or your loved ones can be safer in the shower.
Safe water for a bath?The ideal temperature for a shower or bath is between one and two degrees above the body temperature.