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As we often discuss, strange noises coming from any of your plumbing are a cause for concern. Rumbling noises indicate a broken valve or a build-up of sediment. It’s best to get any noises checked quickly before the problem becomes worse.

Not only are tempering valves recommended, it is regulated. If you’re considering having a new hot water system installed, and your new hot water heater doesn’t include the installation of a tempering valve, it unfortunately will not comply with Australian Standards.

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I just took a garden hose into the crawl space to get a better idea of what's going on. I sprayed the hose (out the door), thus reducing the pressure in the tank, until the pump kicked on. It kicked on around 45 psi. I stopped spraying the hose and the guage went up to 85 before the release opened and discharged water. It discharged for about 20 seconds and reduced the pressure in the tank to 75 psi which is when it stopped leaking out. The pressure stabilized around 75. I've seen that I can reduce the water pressure by turning the nut on the large spring in the switch counterclockwise. How many revolutions would you suggest? Do you think that will solve the problem? Also, as the guage was moving downward, it did not do so smoothly. It seemed to momentarily stick at various points. Should I change the guage or is that normal? It doesn't appear to be damaged. Edited 2 times.

Every hour or so, and often when I run my water, I hear a high pitch hum from my well's tank, which last approximately 30 seconds. It appears to be from the area of the pressure guage. When it hums, I see water running out of what appears to be a pressure release valve spigot. My pressure valve reads around 65 psi at the time. I have no working knowledge of wells, pumps or tanks, but from what I've read, 65 seems a little high. I am not a do it yourself person when it comes to plumbing so I will most likely be calling in the experts. What should I expect to hear him say needs to be done, and will it be expensive? If it is just the pressure switch (Square D), can a novice change it out just by watching the proper you tube video or is it something to be left to the pros? I have no problem with water pressure inside the house. Will it be dangerous to wait a few weeks if it's not currently in the budget? The tanks says it has a max pressure of 100 psi. Thanks!

In contrast, a thermostatic mixing valve mixes cold and hot water to maintain a constant temperature for hot water fixtures such as showers and baths. The mixing valve relies on a thermal actuator to monitor the temperature of the water coming from both sources and adjusts the amount to maintain a set temperature.

If you need to locate your tempering valves, they are found outside the hot water system between the cold and hot water lines. The cold and hot water supply travels to the tempering valve to mix together, providing water at a safe temperature to your laundry, kitchen and bathroom taps.

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You can expect us to go the extra mile to ensure your tempering valve works as it should avoid scalding when using hot water. Contact us at (02) 6288 9929.

Aside from being frustrating, low hot water pressure is a sign that your hot water system or tempering valve works less efficiently than they have previously. Tempering valves become clogged with mineral deposits and other contaminants, along with corrosion and wear from age.

When your hot water goes to the opposite extreme and loses its temperature instantly, it’s a sure sign you are experiencing major valve failure. Cold water may seem like a safe temperature, but it can leave severe burns on your body by freezing skin cells and reducing blood flow.

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Tempering valves are also frequently installed in industrial or medical settings where there is a greater risk of scalds or burns due to high temperatures, ensuring safer levels of hot water.

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It is essential to have your tempering valve checked regularly. Ask Canberra Plumbing & Drains for an inspection, and you can rest assured that you are safe. Our team of plumbers have extensive experience and knowledge, and their approach to customer service is second-to-none.

As mentioned, a tempering valve reduces scalding risks by creating a maximum delivery temperature, and lowering hot water temperatures to safe levels before supplying it to faucets or shower heads. They use a flow control mechanism that regulates how much cooler and hot water is mixed together, thus creating an output at a lower but consistent temperature range acceptable for human contact.

The switch is Square D 30/50. I rotated the nut on the large spring 5 complete revolutions counter clockwise and that solved the problem with the pressure release. It now starts the pump around 30 psi and stops the pump at 70 psi instead of going past 75 thus activating the pressure release as it did previously. Question is, my 30/50 switch is acting as 30/70 now. I think I read something about the small spring changing the difference between high and low. I still need to reduce the 70 psi kick off even more to get it closer to 50, but once I get 70 to 50, it looks like my kick on will also change from 30 to, what, 10??? I need to reduce the diffence between kick on and kick off. Is that clockwise on the small spring, or counter clockwise? Will reducing the difference raise the kick on number, or lower the kick off number? Should it have gotten this far out of whack on it's own? I'll guess it's about 10 years old. Thank you to everyone for your advice.. In case it matters, it's attached to a Well-x-trol bladder tank by Amtrol Edited 1 times.

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It’s not usual for your warm shower to suddenly blast cool and hot water before returning to a steady temperature. The temperature-sensitive element of your hot water tempering valves no longer retain the constant outlet temperature and requires a new TMV installed.

Which pressure switch do you have 30/50, 40/60, 50/70? The large nut adjusts cut-in and cut-out together. The small nut adjusts differential, or the difference between the two.

A tempering valve prevents accidental scalding by allowing adjustments to the heat flow from a hot water tap, showers and other fixtures. These valves are ideal in areas where young children and high-risk persons may be present, such as bathrooms, kitchens, swimming pools, or nursing homes for the elderly.

Ay Yi Yi. Call a well pro. On most well systems I ignore the pressure gauge at the tank. They often get out of whack. There could be mineral build up in the the piping that can cause a gauge and pressure switch to do funny things. Use a new pressure gauge on a hose bib to see what your actual pressure is. I never set a pressure switch above 60 psi on a well system. You have to discern if the pressure is too high, vs. a failing pressure relief valve. Edited 1 times.

A tempering valve is essential to hot water systems, as it regulates the water temperature to ensure safety and comfort. Installing a tempering valve ensures mixing hot water with cold flows at an optimum temperature, usually between 45°C and 50°C.

Like many other plumbing issues, we offer services to ensure problems like those associated with your hot water system do not worsen. We recommend a regular, yearly inspection to avoid any serious issues from occurring and prolong the lifespan of your tempering valves.

While it could mean you simply need a washer change, it can also be the tempering valve for your hot and cold water. When there is a dripping issue related to the valve, it usually indicates that the ball-type mechanism has become unseated or completely dislodged and needs repairing by a team offering services that meet the plumbing codes of Australia.

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If you’ve noticed that your hot tap is dripping, don’t ignore it; you’re likely to experience more damage the longer you wait to fix it.

Over time, your tempering valve will age, compromising its precision, especially if you need a hot water system replacement. A sure sign you need a new tempering valve installed is when the temperature fluctuates when showering, e.g. it’s warm one minute and cold the next.

In this blog post, we will look further into what a tempering valve is, explain what happens when a valve fails, and discuss possible solutions that don’t always involve a whole new hot water system.

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As an essential component of your hot water unit, knowing the signs that may indicate your tempering valve needs repair or wider hot water system replacements can help prevent further damage or harm. Here are some common signs you have hot water tempering valve failure:

A thermostatic mixing valve and a tempering valve are often mistaken for each other. Each combines hot and cold for an optimum water temperature; however, they differ considerably.

While cooled water could be a sign of other plumbing concerns, such as replacing the gas bottle or a fuse that has tripped, often it’s related to the hot water tempering valve and needs repair or replacement.

As a result, tempered water is no longer being delivered throughout the home, creating an uncomfortable and potentially dangerous situation for both occupants and your equipment.

Not only does it waste water and drive up your utility bills, but it can also lead to water damage within your walls or floors if the droplets penetrate through them. Additionally, the dripping noise from a leaking tap can be distracting and stress your plumbing system over time due to increased wear and tear.

A tempering valve regulates the temperature of heated water, but when it fails, it can cause drastic temperature changes that lead to a range of issues.