Why would they do this? IT is called a toe tester. It is installed at height that you can operate the diverter without bending over too far. It lets you turn on the water, without getting a shot of cold water in your face, and then set the proper temperature before turning on the shower head.
Can you add a tub spout to a shower system?
Adding a tub spout to any of our Shower Systems with Showerhead and Hand Shower Sprayer is easy! Keep in mind, you cannot add a tub spout via a port off the diverter. Due to water pressure issues, Delta does not recommend this. Rather, the tub spout must to be plumbed off the mixing valve directly.
How do you remove the tub spout from the shower?
Step 1: Remove any caulking around the wall end of the tub spout with a putty knife or razor. Step 2: Unscrew the tub spout in a counterclockwise rotation until the tub spout is removed off of the brass adapter. Step 3: Use a 1/8 hex/Allen wrench and un tighten the Allen screw counterclockwise.
How far should the tub spout be from the tub?
4 inches Location of Shower Faucet and Head If placing the faucet in a combination tub and shower unit the faucet is generally placed low, 12 to 18 inches above the rim of the bath tub. The tub spout will generally be located 4 inches above the rim of the tub.
Can you plug a bathtub spout?
A plastic bag filled with water and sealed makes a quick drain plug. Use a storage or sandwich bag and fill it with water, closing the seal. You can also tie a plastic bag that doesnt seal by wrapping a rubber band around the ends to keep it closed. Set the water-filled bag directly over the drain and fill the tub.
How do you stabilize a bathtub faucet?
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How do you anchor a tub spout?
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What can I use if I dont have a bathtub plug?
A plastic bag filled with water and sealed makes a quick drain plug. Use a storage or sandwich bag and fill it with water, closing the seal. You can also tie a plastic bag that doesnt seal by wrapping a rubber band around the ends to keep it closed. Set the water-filled bag directly over the drain and fill the tub.
How do you replace a tub spout?
Replacing a slip-on spout is easy: Just loosen the setscrew (usually with a hex wrench) and pull the spout off the copper pipe that protrudes from the wall. Twist the spout as you pull and be gentle so you dont loosen any pipe connections inside the wall. Then slide on the new spout and tighten the setscrew.
What is a 2 way shower diverter?
A two-valve diverter uses a rotating control for hot and cold, and a second control to divert water between the tub and the shower. A three-valve diverter allows individual adjustments of cold and hot water, plus a central knob to divert water between the tub and the shower.