Spears Gate Valve Not Closing Completely

[CDavmd]

Hi, I've scoured the internet and can't seem to find instructions on how to take apart or repair a PVC Spears Gate Valve. I've notice that the one I have on my manifold does not completely arrest the flow of water when closed. Unfortunately I did not use a union when I installed it so it is now permanently part of my manifold. Looking for info on how to service the valve. I was told they are fully serviceable hence why I did not use a union. Dumb in retrospect as a swap out would have been easier.

Thanks for any help or pointing me in the right direction.

 

[Crabs McJones]

Behind the red knob should be able to be unthreaded off to clean out the valve.

 

[CDavmd]

Thanks! You mean this part I circled in orange. Do I need to remove the red knob first?
Thanks again!

 

[Crabs McJones]

Thanks! You mean this part I circled in orange. Do I need to remove the red knob first?
Thanks again!

The larger nut underneath it will remove the knob and the gate mechanism

 

[CDavmd]

The larger nut underneath it will remove the knob and the gate mechanism

great....thank you so much.

 

[Crabs McJones]

great....thank you so much.

You bet I've had to undo mine to remove snails that got a bit to curious lol. Easier than undoing the unions and pulling the whole unit

 

[lapin]

I would call and ask these people if they sell the parts to repair the valve you have and how to do it. I have only taken apart metal ones . I assume its the same, maybe just a cleaning is needed . Large nut takes them apart.

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[CDavmd]

You bet I've had to undo mine to remove snails that got a bit to curious lol. Easier than undoing the unions and pulling the whole unit

LOL! Wow that's a journey for a snai!

At least you had unions....I'm stuck re-doing the manifold if I can't fix this.

 

[CDavmd]

I would call and ask these people if they sell the parts to repair the valve you have and how to do it. I have only taken apart metal ones .

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Thanks...I'm going to give it a try on my own but will reach out for them in case I need an O ring or part. Fingers crossed