Install the New Vacuum Breaker

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With the hose bib threads clean and the new vacuum breaker inspected, proceed with the installation. Carefully align the new vacuum breaker with the cleaned external threads of the frost-free hose bib. Begin turning the vacuum breaker clockwise by hand until it is snug. The internal washer within the vacuum breaker will provide the necessary watertight seal, making it unnecessary to use additional tools for tightening. Ensure it feels firm but avoid overtightening, as this can potentially damage the threads or deform the washer.

Goal: Securely attach the new vacuum breaker to the hose bib.

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This is a replacement for this Comes with this little set screw. I don't ever actually put this on if you put this on and break it off It's gonna be really hard to take this off It actually comes with a washer that's gonna allow this to seal can just go hand tight with this And now we're good to go fast easy replacement in my neighbor's back in business

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