The Hudson Valve should be routinely cleaned to maintain optimal performance. Depending on your water source, cleaning should take place between 2-6 times per year. The more silt, rust, debris, etcetera in your water, the more often you need to clean the valve. Moss, algae and other debris can clog the small holes that run through the valve causing it to stop working properly.
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Turn your water source off and remove the valve. |
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Unthread the cap from the body of the valve. |
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Remove diaphragm and retainer ring. |
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Turn valve over and, using a screwdriver, remove screw to drop float out of the valve body. |
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Wash all parts with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. |
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Hold the silicone diaphragm up to the light to make sure that the hole running through the stem is open and clear. |
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If the stem is not clear, try to run water or compressed air through it. Do Not try to stick a needle or pin through the hole as this could alter the size of the diaphragm hole causing the valve to fail. If you are unable to clear the debris, contact Hudson Valve. |
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Hold the body of the valve up to the light to make sure that the stainless steel insert running through the body of the valve is open and clear. |
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If the insert is not clear, try to run water or compressed air through it. Do Not try to stick a needle or pin through the hole as this could alter the size of the insert hole causing the valve to fail. If you are unable to clear the debris, contact Hudson Valve. |
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Check the shut-off pad on the float. Look for any tears or indentations on the shut-off pad. The valve will not be able to shut off if the shut-off pad is damaged in any way. |
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If the shut-off pad is damaged, contact Hudson Valve. |
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Reassemble the valve. |
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