Gator bite water shutoff

08-13-2012, 03:20 PM	#1
maudedc Newbie   Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 1	Gator bite water shutoff Installed gator bite water shut off valves and the water flow has been reduced significantly. Is this normal? What can be done to increase flow?

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08-13-2012, 05:02 PM	#2
TheEplumber call me E     Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Idaho Posts: 3,873	Gator bite water shutoff Quote: Originally Posted by maudedc Installed gator bite water shut off valves and the water flow has been reduced significantly. Is this normal? What can be done to increase flow? No, If these valves were installed on supplies to a single fixture, you've probably dislodged some debris inside the lines. Clean the aerator first. __________________ When posting in forums, letting us know your location will help others give better feedback/advice/solutions to your questions

08-13-2012, 10:01 PM	#3
Alan Doing it myself     Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Crescent City, CA Posts: 3,425	Gator bite water shutoff Did you by chance install the shutoff valve in the ground? __________________ Journeyman Plumber