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  2. Tap (valve) - Wikipedia

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    This is called a "globe valve" in engineering and, while it gives a leak-proof seal and good fine adjustment of flow, both the rubber washer and the valve seat are subject to wear (and for the seat, also corrosion) over time, so that eventually no tight seal is formed in the closed position, resulting in a leaking tap. The washer can be ...

  3. Low-flow fixtures - Wikipedia

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    A low-flow fixture is a water saving plumbing fixture designed to achieve water savings by having a lower flow rate of water or a smaller quantity per flush. Some of these low-flow fixtures are faucets, showerheads, and toilets. In the United States a maximum water usage of conventional plumbing fixtures was federally mandated by the Energy ...

  4. Plumbing fixture - Wikipedia

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    Each fixture usually has a characteristic means of connection. Normal plumbing practice is to install a valve on each water supply line before the fixture, and this is most commonly termed a stop or "service valve". The water supply to some fixtures is cold water only (such as water closets and urinals). Most fixtures also have a hot water supply.

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    To prevent that, disconnect garden hoses and, if the faucet has an indoor valve, turn it off and open the faucet to drain any trapped water. Cover the faucet with a foam protector. Reduce your ...

  6. Valve leakage - Wikipedia

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    Valve leakage. Valve leakage refers to flow through a valve which is set in the 'off' state. The importance of valve leakage depends on what the valve is controlling. For example, a dripping tap is less significant than a leak from a six-inch pipe carrying high-pressure radioactive steam. In the United States, the American National Standards ...

  7. Water conservation tips as much of Maryland continues to face ...

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    Turn the water off when shaving or brushing teeth. Run full loads of laundry rather than many small loads. Use a broom rather than a hose to clean decks, sidewalks and other paved areas.

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