The vacuum breaker's purpose is to prevent backflow.
Backflow is the reverse flow of liquid. A vacuum breaker prevents water from being siphoned backward into the system.
A vacuum breaker is a r...
How-To
Is Your Home’s Water Pressure Too High?
26
Oct
Enjoying a strong shower in the morning may sounds like a plus for those with high water pressure but the resulting plumbing headaches down the road are not worth it. High water pressure puts enormous...
How to: Remove the Aquor Hose Connector Check Valve
31
Aug
The Aquor hose connector has a one-way check valve inside. This valve provides several benefits:
Backflow prevention. In the rare event of backflow, the check valve stops water flow from re-enter...