A float valve is a small device that is used not only in toilet flush tanks, but also in other containers. For example, it can be used to water a plot. In this case, the device is inserted into the water tank, which will be installed outdoors. A feature of this design is that the water in the tank will be heated by sunlight and will become more beneficial for plants. Thanks to the valve, the required water level is maintained in the tank .
It should be noted that this device can be used in different conditions: in closed and open containers, pipelines. As for the correct choice of apparatus, then here should be guided by some criteria. First of all, determine the size of your container. An electric type float valve can be used in small tanks, from where water intake will be frequent. In this case, topping up the liquid will be optimal. The design of the device does not leak moisture, as it has a high-quality and very dense assembly. Therefore, its advantage is its long working life.
A
water float
valve can also be used to protect the
pumping station from dry running. Such a function is especially useful if the summer cottage is poorly supplied with water or a weak pressure is observed in the pipeline. Naturally, such an electrical device will not work without power. Although this drawback should not be considered significant.
A great option is to install a mechanical device. Its main advantage is independence from electricity. This design is made mainly of plastic. However, for its effective operation, such tanks should be used in which an air adjustable float is located. However, the water pressure in this case should not be very high.
The mechanical float valve has a fairly simple design, which allows you to mount it yourself. And the simultaneous installation of two types of devices will ensure the absence of overflow capacity.
Very often, a mechanical type float valve is installed in the toilet flush tanks. If it has already worn out, then it must be replaced to prevent leakage of fluid. However, you should determine the water pressure that exists in your system. If it is too large, the valve will not stop the leak. In the case of low pressure in the system, an incorrectly selected device will lead to too slow water intake.
Replacing the float valve for the toilet is very simple: you need to shut off the fluid supply, lower it from the tank, unscrew the nut connecting the shank of the element to the pipe. Now you can pull out the device by removing the handle and unscrewing the fasteners. Then you can make a replacement and fix it all well.
That's all the features of choosing and replacing a float valve. Good luck