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How Do I Install A Ceramic Disc Cartridge For A Single Handle Tub / Shower Faucet
This article will explain how to install a ceramic disc cartridge for a single handle tub / shower faucet. In order to install a washerless cartridge, you must: 1.     Remo
Multiport Diverter
A Multiport Diverter valve can switch the path of water between several outlets. Multiport Diverters are often found in shower systems with more than one function. A contemporary shower system can co
Chicago Faucets Glossary of Terms and Definitions
Chicago Faucets Glossary of Terms and Definitions; Here you can find the meaning of words/extensions found in the product descriptions and Product Codes on our website. AB1953 California As
Return Policy / Terms and Conditions
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Why can't I get any hot water out of my valve, only lukewarm?
All Symmons pressure-balancing shower valves come equipped with a handle limit stop to set the handle rotation. If you are not having a problem with hot water elsewhere in the house, it is possible
How do I take my TEMPTROL valve apart to repair it? I can't seem to get the TEMPTROL valve apart, the cap won't come off?
How do I replace a Temptrol spindle, washers and/or seats? *Turn off the water to the valve before proceeding! **Before removing the handle, open the valve as if you were going to take
What is a handle limit stop and how do I set or adjust it?
All Symmons pressure-balancing shower valves come equipped with a handle limit stop to set the handle rotation. The limit stop is used to limit the valve handle from being turned to excessively hot
Pressure Balancing
Pressure balancing is the ability to maintain an even amount of hot and cold water supplied to an outlet. Pressure balancing is often used in shower valves to prevent drastic temperature fluxuation w
Metering and Self Closing Faucets
Self-Closing Faucets Self closing faucets have the ability to automatically shut off after the operating handle is release. There are many types of self closing faucets including Single Handle Con
Pressure Balancing Visual Guide
What is Pressure-Balancing? The pressure-balancing principle maintains the pre-selected shower temperature by instantly and continually balancing the hot and cold water pressure as demands are mad
Modifications for Symmons Valves and Faucets
Here is a chart of the many available options offered by Symmons for their shower and faucet products. Many of the options below will depend on the model's capabilities to be modified. The general mo
Compression Vs Ceramic
Ceramic vs. Compression Cartridges Compression: Gerber compression style stems use a rubber washer at the end of the stem, and removable seat inside the valve body. The rubber washer draws open an
Volume Control
A Volume Control is a valve that simply opens and shuts the water. As you open the control valve, the volume of water supplied to the outlet will be increased. There are many types of volume control