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Old 04-24-2025, 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by frayedends View Post
I just tighten the hose to the bib properly and make sure I have good gaskets. Never had a problem. Of course, now that I say that I'm sure I will get sprayed next time I turn it off.
It’s the backflow prevention device that makes this happen. No other device needed. Just keep the hose ON when turning the spigot OFF. If anyone is worries about a lil water spraying about.