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Leaking Hose Bib Vacuum Breaker Hose Test! #helpingothers #diy #plumbers

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What happens here

Turn the water supply back on to test the new installation. First, observe the connection for any leaks without the hose attached. A small spray of water from the breaker's vents upon turning the water on is normal. Next, turn the water off, attach the garden hose to the new vacuum breaker, and then turn the water on again. Test the water flow using the sprayer nozzle and re-inspect the faucet to confirm the leak is completely resolved. The video demonstrates turning the water on and off multiple times to show the seal is holding.

Goal: Confirm Leak is Fixed

Tools and materials

  • Garden Hose Not specified — To perform a final test of the repair under normal use conditions

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Once we got that hooked up, we tested it. Alright, worked out pretty well. Right up until the point where somebody said, hey, you didn't put the hose back on it. So, I hooked the hose back up. That way everybody can see this is an on bias test. Alright, we turned that bad boy on. So, you had a little squirt coming out there in the beginning. Turned over to here. Boom. We got water for days. Alright, it works. On, off, on, off. Look at that. No water. New vacuum breaker.

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