For maximum effectiveness, install the arrestor as close as possible to the fast-acting valve (like those in washing machines or dishwashers) causing the shock.
Unlike some older air chambers, these can be installed at any angle (vertical, horizontal, or even upside down) because they are factory-sealed gas chambers. [5201-5250]
manufactured by Jay R. Smith Mfg. Co. . These devices are essential plumbing components designed to absorb shock and prevent "banging" pipes caused by sudden pressure surges. For maximum effectiveness, install the arrestor as close
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On branch lines with multiple fixtures (up to 20 feet), place the unit between the last two fixtures being served.
These arrestors feature a piston type mechanism that requires no regular servicing once installed.