Hey everyone. I am replacing a stop and waste valve, one with the little drain cap, on my cold water supply line. Supply lines are copper and valve is sweat on. Quick question I have before I do it and realize it is backwards. Does the arrow on the stop and waste valve indicate the direction of the water flow? I know the little drain cap allows draining of the non-pressureized side when the valve is closed, but if I get it backwards, it will be draining the wrong side. Just want to be double sure. Thanks. Eric
replacing a stop and waste valve
May 06, 2005
2 Replies
Yes, this applies to any fittings for gas, water, steam, etc. No arrow is bi-directional.
"Eric and Megan Swope"
Yes, the arrow should match the water flow.
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