How to connect an expandable watering hose to a faucet
Garden hoses allow you to conveniently and efficiently water the plantings on your property. One of the types of equipment is stretchable model Xhose. Lightness and compactness allowed it to become popular among gardeners. For effective watering, the product must be properly connected to the tap.
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How to connect an expandable hose to a faucet
When connecting the product to a threaded tap, it is recommended to proceed as follows:
- Make sure that the rubber washer located inside the coupling is firmly fixed. This will prevent leaks in the future.
- The screw-on end of the equipment is connected to a water tap. To do this, you can use the internal threaded coupling included in the Xhose kit. Or you can choose a suitable connecting element yourself if the threaded adapter is not suitable.
- The spray nozzle included in the kit is connected to the free end of the tool. This action is performed at the request of the owner. The hose works effectively even without the specified nozzle. But it allows you to get the maximum result from watering.
After all the elements are installed, all that remains is to turn on the water. Her pressure should increase gradually. Xhose will begin to increase in size and will become several times longer as a result. After this, set the desired position of the sprayer and press the handle.
Once use hose finished, make sure that the tap is closed and no more water flows. Only after this do they begin further manipulations.
Attention! An adapter is required to connect. A modern hose uses a ¾-inch European connector. In standard pipes this figure is half an inch. When connecting to a faucet, a special adapter will be required due to the lack of threads.
Features of the operation of a stretchable hose
In order for equipment to last longer and maintain its performance at the proper level, it must be used correctly and keep. After using the product, you must allow time for the water to completely drain from it. During this process, Xhose will return to its compact state. It is prohibited to leave equipment under liquid pressure.
In summer, it is recommended to place the product in the shade. It may deteriorate if exposed to sunlight. Before sending for long-term storage, you must carefully check that there is no water left inside. Otherwise in winter it will freeze and damage Xhose.
