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Cleaning the Pressure Reducing Valve Strainer Screen

a. Turn water to the PRV off by turning off the main waterline leading to the PRV - this valve is usually located where the waterline enters the home. Leaving the water on during cleaning may cause flooding.

b. Ensure no one is using water during this procedure.

c. Have a bucket handy to catch the water in the household pipes, which drains back.

d. Unscrew the Strainer Plug which is a large cap screw on the upstream side.

e. Remove and clean the stainless steel Strainer Screen.

f. Reinstall Strainer Screen, and Strainer Plug.

g. Carefully turn water back on, and examine the system for leaks.

Note; If the main line water pressure is too low, there is no valve that can increase the pressure. Only a pump could do this.

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