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Intro History: How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head

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Shower headHead and pipeArm
Title
Water Conservation Shower System Shower Replacement
Introduction
When moving into an older home, you may find old appliances that may need some updating. In this guide, we will be replacing an old universal shower adapter and head, for a new universal model.
Time Required Min
15 minutes
20 minutes
Time Required Max
15 minutes
20 minutes
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Once finished installing the new shower head, turn on the water to make sure there are no leaks. If leaks are found, make sure all seals are tight and there is adequate teflon tape on all threading.

Tools

  • Caulk Gun x1 added.
  • Pry Bar x1 added.

Parts

  • Shower Arm x1 added.
  • Caulk x1 added.
  • Teflon tape x1 added.

Steps

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