Replacing Bathroom Taps

anotheruser

Do I turn this screw valve and I can dis-connect any pipes above it?



I think my screw valve just turns round and round forever, so I guess that means turning the water off?

southcoastrgi

If the screw is in line with the pipe then it's on as in your pic, turn it so it's across the pipe 1/4 turn & its off

adonis

If you look at the arrows on the isolating valves they should point in the way the the water flows,it looks as if at least one has been fitted the wrong way round.
this may or may not cause a problem when you disconnect the pipes.

flashg67

They will just keep turning, as above, screw head horizontal is closed, vertical is open

anotheruser

Thanks for the pointers.

I find it strange to believe a small screw can stop the pressure of the water! I'll give it a turn and see what happens. I suppose leave the tap on, then twist the screw and see what happens will confirm what is which way

Ruski

FYI: It's not the screw that's stopping the water, the screw head turns a cylindrical valve inside the body of the fitting which stops the flow of water.

Please also be aware that the pipework and taps above the valve will hold a certain amount of water, which you should prepare for then undoing any connections - i.e. have cloths at the ready

HTH

Russ

southcoastrgi

adonis wrote: »

If you look at the arrows on the isolating valves they should point in the way the the water flows,it looks as if at least one has been fitted the wrong way round.
this may or may not cause a problem when you disconnect the pipes.

It makes no difference providing you undo the correct side of the valve

27cool

If you actually have to ask this question then I would have serious doubts about your ability to do the job.

anotheruser

There's no harm in making sure...
That's how people learn...

Wassa123

Turn them so the lines are perpendicular to the flow.

Also run the taps to make sure they are fully off before dismantling it.