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TROUBLESHOOTING: ELKAY WATER STREAM IS TOO LOW

Dec 20, 2021 | Elkay

Troubleshooting: Water Stream is Too Low
Article Details
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Stream is too low after initial installation of the product. Water pressure is lower then factor test conditions. Remove sealant & use Teflon tape or compression fitting.
Press bar adjustment screw has not been adjusted for EHF, WC, HAC, or EMABF series water coolers. Refer to manual & adjust press bar adjustment screw.
Solenoid will not open up all of the way on EZ, HTV or electronic eye models. Replace solenoid.
Strainer screen is plugged with debris. Clean or replace strainer screen.
Water cooler has an added filter that is restricted. Replace filter.

 

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Regulator screw is turned all of
the way clockwise and the flow
is still too low.
Water shut off valve is not open all of the way. Open shut off valve all of the way.
Regulator valve is defective or restricted with debris. Replace regulator.
A flexible water line is kinked within the water cooler. Remove insulation from the line & remove the kink.
Strainer screen is plugged with debris. Clean or replace strainer screen.
Water cooler has an added filter that is restricted. Replace filter.