GATE VALVE
Description: This is a ridged circular handle connected to a vertical pipe assembly inside of which is a metal plate that rides up and down into a seat. Buying information: The great asset of a gate valve is that it allows almost unrestricted water flow -- more than other types of valves. It is commonly used as the main valve in the house, and therefore must be of high quality. How-to hints: Every now and then, turn the handle on and off. Valves that are never turned deteriorate more quickly than ones that are occasionally turned. |
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