How to Make Foot Taps to Conserve Water
The tap is a modified flush tank cistern float valve (PREFERABLY PLASTIC)., Make a 'L' bracket out of 16# sheet metal., Make a foot pad out of sheet metal and fix it to the lever as shown. , Disconnect existing inlet pipe to the sink at the tap...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: The tap is a modified flush tank cistern float valve (PREFERABLY PLASTIC).
These can be bought at most hardware or plumbing supply stores.
Any make will do as long as the inlet and outlet are suitably located. , Drill appropriate holes to mount the float valve.
Cut or unscrew the float ball. ,,, Purchase an additional length of connecting pipe and use this to connect the outlet of the foot-tap to the tap of the sink. , Press on the foot-tap with your feet to control the water.
See how much water is saved. -
Step 2: Make a 'L' bracket out of 16# sheet metal.
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Step 3: Make a foot pad out of sheet metal and fix it to the lever as shown.
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Step 4: Disconnect existing inlet pipe to the sink at the tap.
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Step 5: Connect this to the inlet valve of the foot-tap.
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Step 6: Keep the sink tap open always.
Detailed Guide
These can be bought at most hardware or plumbing supply stores.
Any make will do as long as the inlet and outlet are suitably located. , Drill appropriate holes to mount the float valve.
Cut or unscrew the float ball. ,,, Purchase an additional length of connecting pipe and use this to connect the outlet of the foot-tap to the tap of the sink. , Press on the foot-tap with your feet to control the water.
See how much water is saved.
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