once it reaches the temp and you pull the string to open the flow, can a 2nd pull stop/restrict the flow??
185658
Nope. I believe you would have to turn the water off and then on again. I can't recall b/c I haven't used it in a long time -- it stopped working a few months in, and there are no returns!
185659
No, once you pull the cord, it stays on until you turn the water off at the faucet.
185660
No, 2nd pulls won't do anything. Once the water heats up to a certain level, the 'Ladybug' - the company name for the item - kicks in and almost shuts the water flow off. Then when you pull the Ladybug, it lets the water flow and keeps working until the shower is completely turned off. Then if you turn the shower on again, the Ladybug activates. Incidentally, the company offers great service. Mine stopped working after about a year and even though I didn't buy directly from them (bought at Amazon), they very promptly fixed mine and sent it back. So great customer service. You're right that a 2nd pull to restrict the flow would be a great thing. Very happy with it. Our 2nd in 5 years.
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No, 2nd pulls won't do anything. Once the water heats up to a certain level, the 'Ladybug' - the company name for the item - kicks in and almost shuts the water flow off. Then when you pull the Ladybug, it lets the water flow and keeps working until the shower is completely turned off. Then if you turn the shower on again, the Ladybug activates. Incidentally, the company offers great service. Mine stopped working after about a year and even though I didn't buy directly from them (bought at Amazon), they very promptly fixed mine and sent it back. So great customer service. You're right that a 2nd pull to restrict the flow would be a great thing. Very happy with it. Our 2nd in 5 years. No, 2nd pulls won't do anything. Once the water heats up to a certain level, the 'Ladybug' - the company name for the item - kicks in and almost shuts the water flow off. Then when you pull the Ladybug, it lets the water flow and keeps working until the shower is completely turned off. Then if you turn the shower on again, the Ladybug activates. Incidentally, the company offers great service. Mine stopped working after about a year and even though I didn't buy directly from them (bought at Amazon), they very promptly fixed mine and sent it back. So great customer service. You're right that... » Read More No, 2nd pulls won't do anything. Once the water heats up to a certain level, the 'Ladybug' - the company name for the item - kicks in and almost shuts the water flow off. Then when you pull the Ladybug, it lets the water flow and keeps working until the shower is completely turned off. Then if you turn the shower on again, the Ladybug activates. Incidentally, the company offers great service. Mine stopped working after about a year and even though I didn't buy directly from them (bought at Amazon), they very promptly fixed mine and sent it back. So great customer service. You're right that a 2nd pull to restrict the flow would be a great thing. Very happy with it. Our 2nd in 5 years. « Show Less
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You can also get a splitter to divert the flow in 2 directions to lessen the flow in one direction
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I've owned this product for a full year, used it a LOT. You absolutely CAN get variable flow using the trigger. It's not a finely tuned variable flow mechanism, but you definitely can control the flow with the trigger.
1472147
Not that I know of. Check the air flow for the heater if there is an obstruction.
2060548
It does not restrict flow. It works really well to turn off water when hot then pull the chain and full flow begins. It was simple to install and I have used for a few months with great results.
1856944
No. You control flow by limiting the outflow. I have a valve on the output and the pump can run even when it's completely closed.
2017998
Yes. It shuts off the water flow until it cools down, then the water will come back on.
761162
This unit produces a mildly warm water source from a cold water source. The water is not hot and will slow down your flow.
27238
You would need a separate fixture. This only regulates temperature and flow.
700282
Hi, Im not sure that i understanding the question... But, here at home, we always have problem with the pull out handle (where the water comes out) . Every time we shut down the water, the pull out fall down from its place, it's not tight enough. It's absolutely annoying...
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A simple answer is yes.It maintains its form very well, so if you pull it to extend a lot it will pull back and coil once you release your pressure. But it is also a long hose, so you may need to sort of help it along by shaking it a bit as it coils back. This also helps it from getting tangled on itself if you moved it around at all.
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Once you lower the unit, you would simply pull it open. I don't bother closing mine as it is used so frequently. The string would hang freely at one end. I put a hook on a nearby wall & hook the string there to make it safer as we have young children who might reach up and pull the string. I'm very pleased with this product overall.
716994
You can control the flow rate for each line, independently, yes. Orbit and DIG, and possibly Rain Birds make a pressure reduction unit. Its just a black piece of plastic about the size of a PVC joint. I havent used one in a while so I dont know what you'd need to do to install it before this manifold, but it shouldnt be difficult. Seems like they were less than 10 dollars. I'd try it if you were worried about the pressure being too much in the manifold.
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I agree with JEB. if your concern is the strength of the flow, there is a valve to regulate it.
81723
I suspect that it depends upon (a) how often you use the string to switch modes on the heater and (b) how careful you are in pulling the string. I leave the heater set on high output and have it plugged into a separate thermostat unit that controls power to the heater, so I rarely use the pull string. It seems to work well enough, but it appears to be exactly the same sort of switch as is used in old style, pull string light fixtures -- functional enough for occasional use but not durable enough to stand up to a high rate of usage (or overly strong pulls). If you plan to use this heater occasionally (e.g., for heating a shop that you use once or twice a week, while it's in use) then the string should be OK. If you expect to switch the heater on/off (or change the setting) frequently, I'd recommend using an external switch of some type. With that said, I've found it to be an excellent heater.
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Pull cover as tight as possible with bungees, making extra twists if possible. Also make sure corners are down and a tight as possible. However, once it has been stretched from the pooled water, it may not be able to be pulled tight. One fix, if you can accept it, is to put small holes in the areas of pooling to let water drip through.
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I found when you 90 split one side and straight line another it will affect the flow pressure on one side. I am converting all emitters over to orbit adj sprayers and direct line connectors. Much better flow less deviation with water pressure and NO stop flows. You wont like emitters and will love the sprayerss