This is necessary when the appliance or fixture in question is malfunctioning. But when the problem is fixed, it is necessary to turn the water back on by opening the closed water valve.
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Locate the handle on the closed water valve by examining the exposed length of plumbing pipe connected to the appliance or fixture to which the water is turned off.
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Grasp the handle and turn clockwise, or to the right, slowly. Stop if moderate torque, or pressure, does not start the handle turning and call a plumber as the valve handle may need replacing.
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Turn the valve handle all the way clockwise, or to the right, until it won't turn any more to completely open the water valve.
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Test whether the water valve is open and functioning properly by turning on the water at the fixture the valve controls. As soon as it is determined that the water is flowing normally, shut off the fixture or appliance.
The Drip Cap
- Open a closed water valve to restart water flow to the appliance or fixture controlled by that valve.
- Turn the valve handle all the way clockwise, or to the right, until it won't turn any more to completely open the water valve.