The water storage tank in our Apt block is ok, and the neighbours supply is fine. I don't know if i should replace the ballcock (which was replaced 18 months ago). Could it be an airlock or faulty valve??.....Thanks guys!!:)
2006-10-17 09:18:22 · 16 answers · asked by Adam E 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
cheers...i've tried that already, still no joy....
2006-10-17 09:25:22 · update #1
the tank is not filling as a result...
2006-10-17 09:26:50 · update #2
mmm, yeah, the valve isn't leaking. it's not actually filling the cold water storage, so the tank's not filling up and i can't shower :)
2006-10-17 09:32:53 · update #3
Really appreciate all the help guys...and gals too! ;)
2006-10-17 09:35:23 · update #4
it's the cold water storage tank valve in my apartment that's causing the problem.....
2006-10-17 09:43:57 · update #5
Lets work backwards up the system.
Is the ballcock hanging down when he tank is empty?
If not, the problem may lie with a jambed hing. Try moving the ballcock up and down to see if you can see a problem jamming the hing.
Is the hanging ballcock pushing in the valve lever (button in centre of valve)?
If not can you adjust the screw/and locking nut to push the lever in when the ballcock is hanging down?
if neither of these two are true, take real care and unscrew the end of the valve slowly and a little at a time. does water start flowing out freely?
If so, you have a valve problem and it should be replaced.
If not there is something blocking the water flow before it reaches the tank and you should call a plumber to investigate further and clear the blockage/lock.
Good luck!
2006-10-17 09:42:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If no rush of water enters the tank when you press down the 'ballcock bar' it could be the small round rubber washer within the unit has become jammed, or there is a blockage of silt or debris in the unit. It you can close off the water supply to the cistern with a stopcock do so. Now dismantle the washer unit and almost certainly the problem will be there. If possible fit a new washer or if you do not have one, refit the original making sure it is seated properly. Good Luck and go careful ! IF POSSIBLE CLOSE WATER SUPPLY AT THE STOP VALVE BEFORE STARTING WORK.
2006-10-17 09:41:49 · answer #2 · answered by Whistler R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First let me say that DR GREEN is incorrect in assuming that tightening a valve will reduce the pressure, it DOES'NT , it reduces the FLOW.
I'm assuming that the ballcock is dribbling into the toilet cistern which is fed from a storage tank on the roof somewhere.
Try to remove the arm by unscrewing the large nut at the end, after having made sure that the water is turned off. ( could be difficult to find ) There might be debris jammed in the oriface.
2006-10-17 09:40:18 · answer #3 · answered by xenon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is difficult for me to get a clear idea of what you mean by the ballcock valve dribbling into the tank. If the flapper is OK, and the O ring seals are not leaking onto the floor, then the flush tower needs to be replaced. Good luck.
2006-10-17 09:27:47 · answer #4 · answered by Clown Knows 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its an easy job just to remove the section of the ballcock inside the tank and replace it. So for the sake of a few quid it's an easy rule out.
Is there a stopcock you can use to reduce the pressure of your incoming supply?
2006-10-17 09:29:55 · answer #5 · answered by 'Dr Greene' 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go out and buy a new ballcock valve and install it. They don't cost more then $10!
2006-10-17 11:11:07 · answer #6 · answered by Jeffrey S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the ballcock apart carefully, watching for irregularities, then put it back together. THere might just be some debris caught in the seal.
2006-10-17 09:30:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turn off water supply and strip down valve, look inside the valve and you will see a low or high pressure jet, look for debris that's the normal problem.
2006-10-17 10:41:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-26 21:45:46 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Highly unlike-ly the valve is bad (but possible) On some ball valves they have a packing gland. Its held on by a washer and nut. Try tightening the nut only slightly. that should stop your leak.
2006-10-17 09:24:28 · answer #10 · answered by Paul B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋