There is nothing worse than a drain backflow. Cleaning and repairing the damage caused by sewer water can be very costly. That's why we offer this inexpensive device to help prevent drain backflow. It is essentially a check valve for your floor drain. The water will excert pressure on a rubber float. When pushed enough, the rubber float will seal your drain, protecting your home or business from flooding. This model is offered in 2", 3", and 3" drain sizes.
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How to install:
- Slightly pre-tighten the screws to expand the outer gasket. If pipe has slightly larger diameter, this will help the unit from falling too far down the drain
- You can also use a string, wire, or hook to lower the Backflow Preventer into place.
- Lower the Backflow Preventer into the pipe, making sure that it's low enough with the float pushed up for the strainer/cover to fit back over the drain, flush, with the floor.
- Once the unit is down deep enough, tighten the screws at the top to create a snug seal within the pipe.
- If you can't get a tight tight fit, try wrapping it with this special rubber tape we offer here.
- Put a few drops or dabs worth of oil or grease on the float rod and the hole at the top of the unit.
- Replace the strainer or cover on the drain
- Periodically check to ensure the pin moves freely when the float is sealed.
Places to use this product: Great for commercial and residential applications. Basements, laundry rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.