While taking a shower, the amount of water suddenly decreases and seeps out along the outside of the showerhead... Have you ever encountered such a frustrating scene while taking a shower? The small water output of the showerhead may be due to water pressure, blockage, or the quality of the showerhead itself. Regardless of the cause, we must find a solution to ensure smooth water output. Below, the editor has compiled the following solutions to the problem of low water output and leakage in showerheads, hoping to make your showerhead smoother.

Problem 1: The water output of the showerhead is small

1、 The reason for the low water output of the showerhead

1. Has the water pressure at the user's home decreased compared to before? If so, it is necessary to check the water supply pipeline and pressure with the water company.

2. The pipeline valve connected to the water heater should be opened relatively small: open the inlet valve wider.

3. Due to the high floor and low water pressure of the water source, the water output becomes significantly smaller through the pressure reduction of the mixing valve. At this time, it is recommended to connect a booster pump in series between the water supply valve and the inlet of the water heater.

4. The mixing valve is inherently insufficient and has a small diameter, which leads to a decrease in water output due to throttling. The inlet end of the mixing valve can be disassembled and connected to the water supply valve of the water heater with a hose, or the nozzle hose can be directly connected to the hot water outlet end of the water heater to test the quality of the mixing valve based on the water output of the nozzle; On the premise that the water pressure of the water source is met, it is sufficient to replace the genuine brand of mixing valve.

5. Improper installation, deformation of rubber rings, uneven or thin outlet pipe joints, mismatch between hoses and showerheads, etc.: Select suitable hoses and showerheads according to specifications, replace rubber rings, and reinstall.

6. The nozzle is inherently inadequate and has high internal resistance, resulting in low water output: replace the nozzle.

7. The shower pipe is broken and blocked, preventing water from flowing out: Protecting the water pipe during use not only affects its appearance, but also repeatedly shows signs of water leakage.

8. The nozzle is blocked, causing poor water flow. If the water at home is too alkaline and contains some impurities, it is easy to block the small hole of the showerhead; Other air sediments and dust can also enter the interior of the showerhead through the small holes, and long-term accumulation can also block the showerhead; Improper adjustment of the showerhead may also lead to an increase in foreign objects and scale.

2、 Solution to low water output caused by nozzle blockage

1. Rotate and adjust the showerhead;

2. After disassembling the nozzle, place the nozzle with the spray hole facing upwards and gently tap a soft object to shake off any clogged sand or gravel. Then, use the nozzle to clean each hole one by one, then rinse repeatedly with clean water, and then reinstall the device.

3. Go to the supermarket to buy a bottle of dirt remover and remove the showerhead. Put it in water and clean it well with a descaling agent, and generally it will be faster to clean with warm water. After rinsing, clean the descaling agent left on the showerhead and then install the showerhead in its original position. How to enjoy bathing without solving the problem of showerhead water discharge!

4. Take out a small amount of vinegar (rice vinegar), immerse the showerhead in the vinegar, and be sure to immerse all the small holes in the vinegar. Wait for about ten minutes to remove, then rinse with clean water to remove any remaining vinegar from the showerhead, and then install the showerhead back onto the shower column. If the blockage is severe, vinegar can also be boiled before soaking, but it should be noted that boiling vinegar should only be used with metal shower heads, and plastic shower heads should be soaked with cold vinegar.

Also, if your showerhead is fixed on the wall and cannot be removed to soak in vinegar. You can wrap the nozzle in a plastic bag filled with vinegar, stick it with tape, and let it sit overnight. Remove the bag containing the vinegar in the morning. But be careful not to stick the tape to the wire board or paint. Together, be careful not to use strong acid when removing scale to prevent corrosion on the surface of the showerhead.

Problem 2: Water leakage from the showerhead

1、 Analysis of the causes of water leakage in showerheads

1. The problem of clogged showerheads is that if the shower nozzle is used for a long time, the water output will decrease. Due to poor water quality, there is a lot of alkali in the water, and scale accumulates at the outlet hole, leading to clogged showerheads. At this time, the brand's after-sales service comes into play. When choosing shower showerheads, do not choose brands, but choose brands that we all recognize.

2. The problem of showerhead coating peeling off paint is very ugly. If you have just bought a showerhead and this problem occurs, it can greatly affect its appearance. And some poor quality showerheads may also form blockages due to paint peeling. So we need to carefully check if there are any issues with the appearance of the selected showerhead. When choosing a showerhead, it is important to carefully observe whether the surface of the showerhead is electroplated smoothly. If it feels rough to the touch, it is definitely a secondary processed showerhead, let alone quality.

3. Raw material issues

Some showerheads are made of plastic or cast iron. Plastic raw materials may contain a lot of waste, and their service life may not be very long. Of course, some handheld showerheads still have the quality of materials such as organic glass ABS. But it is not recommended that we choose showerheads made of cast iron materials, as they simply rust. Many customers feel regretful after choosing this type of showerhead. Because it didn't take long to start rusting. Even if the posture is ugly, it's okay. The water outlet is blocked, and the entire shower is broken. At present, the information is still about showerheads made of pure copper raw materials. If they are excellent in the market, most of them are made of pure copper.

Water leakage occurred at the connection between the nozzle and the handle

1. Use binding pliers to loosen the nozzle handle from the hose. If using other pliers, tie the hose with tape to prevent it from being scratched.

2. Clean the threads on the handle and apply the adhesive used by the plumber or tie the tape used by the plumber around it.

3. Turn the nozzle back and tighten it by hand. Excess adhesive and tape.

Leakage at the turning ball of the shower nozzle

1. Unscrew the nozzle from the steering ball ring;

2. Find the O-ring inside (which can prevent water leakage) or similar sealing material. Replace it and then rotate the nozzle back to its original position; 3. The problem with the nozzle may also be caused by the accumulation of sand or debris inside the nozzle, or the accumulation of dander and mineral deposits.

The solution is to unscrew the nozzle from the turning ball and then organize it.

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