Valve questions: How easy is it to adjust the valve setting? How sturdy is the valve? Seems like this part would be the first to break.
1877576
Thought never occurred to me to adjust the valve. It only controls how fast the water leaves the cone. Have had mine for over a year with no problems.
1877577
There is no adjusting the valve. You brew your coffee in the dripper, set it over your cup which depresses the valve, and the coffee runs into your cup. The valve is, indeed, the first part to break. But I used mine for a couple of years and the valve did not break until the dripper was dropped on the floor. So, it was user error, not a problem with the design of the dripper.
1877578
There is no valve, at least not in the sense of something you turn to allow for coffee to pour through it. When you place the device onto the top of a coffee cup there is a "valve" that is activated by the mass of the device and allows coffee to pour through. When it's just sitting on your counter or on the little plate that comes with it, this valve is not activated, and so coffee does NOT pour through. Point being it's a binary switch, it's off or it's on. There is no "adjusting" it. I haven't used it A LOT, but it seems pretty sturdy, I haven't had any issues with it leaking anyway. There is no valve, at least not in the sense of something you turn to allow for coffee to pour through it. When you place the device onto the top of a coffee cup there is a "valve" that is activated by the mass of the device and allows coffee to pour through. When it's just sitting on your counter or on the little plate that comes with it, this valve is not activated, and so coffee does NOT pour through. Point being it's a binary switch, it's off or it's on. There is no "adjusting" it. I haven't used it A LOT, but it seems pretty sturdy, I haven't had any issues with it... » Read More There is no valve, at least not in the sense of something you turn to allow for coffee to pour through it. When you place the device onto the top of a coffee cup there is a "valve" that is activated by the mass of the device and allows coffee to pour through. When it's just sitting on your counter or on the little plate that comes with it, this valve is not activated, and so coffee does NOT pour through. Point being it's a binary switch, it's off or it's on. There is no "adjusting" it. I haven't used it A LOT, but it seems pretty sturdy, I haven't had any issues with it leaking anyway. « Show Less
1877579
no adjustments can be made (unless you're talking about hacks/mods of your own. in which case I have no experience) However, the plunger mechanism is straightforward and simple which leaves very little for failures. the plastic/rubber is pretty good and I've had no leaks or accidents yet after a few years of use.
443542
I love mine as well and have had mine for quite some time (over a year) and haven't had any problems. The only time it seems that the air pressure is less is when I've inadvertently failed to tighten the valve cap enough. Other than that being your possible problem I'm not sure what to offer as a solution. I use it along with adding a couple tablespoons of Alkalol and the results are just fantastic at stoping a cold in its tracks! Sorry I couldn't be of more help!
276750
Mine was just REALLY tight. I believe it is a ball valve. I wonder if you put a tiny bit of oil on the ball in the inside and make sure it soaks in the crevices. I have no idea if this will work but since it is currently NOT working, what have you got to loose? Then if it loosens up you can work it a bit and you shouldn't have any more trouble....
157729
If you leave the valve open, then it wouldn't matter what way you put it on. If you have any other questions we would be happy to help.CodyCamping Connection866-576-8171
124380
Definitely. I assume you have a problem with the black valve. This is the best, easiest, cheapest fix I have found. It's great!
1430029
Not sure. I turnrd on snd off three times to assess pressure and the valve broke off in my hand. I wasn't forcing it either.
1460398
Oh no! I hope it was empty when it failed! I'm sorry to hear that, ugh is right! This product would probably work but I see that a lot of folks have had the same issue as you and the T58 is working great for them. It seems like they have a similar footprint. I might go with the T58 simply because it was made to rectify the broken valve issue - this one seems to me to be more of an accessory to use occasionally. Anyone out there using this instead if the T58? Good luck, Cyndi!
889696
Mine was so tight and I couldn't squeeze open that I'm pretty sure they never cut open the valve at the factory. So I just poked a hole through with a car key (be careful not to go through the other side of the ring).Now I just have to stick my tongue over the hole when taking another breath.
336586
This is just the rough in. The valve itself comes with the trim and you can set how much hot comes out when it is fully on and hot.
395866
Weird. Is the hot water valve all the way open after installation? Do you have good pressure with cold water? If not is something under the sink pinching the hose? Never heard of anything like this. BTW I'm just a consumer not a plumber.
2057797
Make sure you flip the valve to the hoses and remove them 1st I havent had any trouble with mine.
943872
I had the same issue. After days of research you have to buy a whole new burner. That part is easy to break and they dont make spares sold separately nor do any hardware store sell valves that match. Its custom made.
428392
The tire valve is NOT easily removable. It is crimped on. If you're creative and handy you could cut the hose and add your own needle assembly. It is a well made tool also.
1860241
There is no valve. The bittle is sturdy, and nicely made.However, it is very large. I didnt see that until actually using it. It makes it hard to handle.
613248
I have had no problem with the valve. It inflated with no problems and stayed inflated. I used it at work on my chair for more support on my back.
1373139
I tried two of them and both broke at the on off area. Knowing this happened, I was super careful and both still broke. Works great the first couple times then..... Water enters, motor gets wet, housing cracks, etc. I did not biy a third one. I hope this helps. Great idea, if they'd fix it.
1165001
I really don't know, but I found out that it had way too much air in it and if you use the valve you can let some of it out. I felt like I was going to fall off of it. Don't do what I did before I knew about the valve and punch a hole in it to let the air out.