During my work, I experience it in more and more places, even for new residential buildings, that the craftsmen forget to install the air intake valve, or they forget to ventilate the duct.
The air intake valve, a plastic part worth a few thousand forints. Its weight, its size is negligible, on the other hand, its function is a huge help in preserving home hygiene and maintaining a sense of comfort.
On the one hand, the air intake valve is for compensating the vacuum created in the drain line, on the other hand, sewer gases, serves to prevent sewer odors from escaping. Upstairs WC when you pull it off, the vacuum can suck the water out of the built-in odor barriers, which until then is the stench and sewer smells, prevented its backflow, thus giving a free way to unpleasant odors.
Where should air intake valves be used??
Air intake valve in all buildings higher than ground floor, where there is also a wet area on the upper level, must be incorporated. It is also recommended for ground-floor buildings, although it does not play a big role in the case of perfect execution. On the downpipe, the uppermost one should be placed above the last drain branch WC in the branch above. If it is possible, definitely worth the attic, place in an easily accessible place. For retrofitting a siphon and the wall connection, the smaller type of air intake valve can also be placed. A neat one specialist you can place the air intake valve in such a way, that it can take its place in any apartment. You should always think carefully before installation, where it functions most effectively, so it is worth using the help of a suitable specialist.
How the air intake valve works?
The operation of the air intake valve is very simple! During operation, a small rubber membrane rises due to the vacuum, with the help of which air gets into the sewer network, thus preventing the built-in odor traps from emptying. It closes immediately after the vacuum is equalized, that the sewer smell not be able to escape from the system.
The air intake valve needs to be serviced?
Yes, sometimes it's worth it, although at first glance it cannot be disassembled without damage, but it is a simple task for those who have already repaired something like this. After disassembly, the small rubber membrane must be wiped with a soft, dry cloth, to avoid possible deposits.
- Do not use any additives or chemicals for cleaning!
- Do not strain when disassembling, because it can be damaged!
- Do not use grease or other lubricants when cleaning, which attracts dust!
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