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In follow-up as promised. The reason this PRV does not adjust to an off condition is because the seal is forced open by inlet pressure until enough outlet pressure builds up to close it via diaphragm assy. This equilibrium occurs at 25psig. Diaphragm controls the closing, not the spring. The...

What is the thread on a zurn/wilkins series 600 plunger and strainer screen caps? Thanks

Thank you for your responses. The handle for my shut off had rusted and broke off, so that wasn't an option until I loosened up the ball valve. It seems to me now after my investigation that its probable the spring is always minimally compressed enough to hold spring assy in place if the...

Its unclear if you have answered my question. I know what they are designed for. I am asking if it is physically possible to remove the adjustment screw and get zero flow.

Can I temporarily adjust my Zurn Wilkins 600 pressure reducing water valve for no house water pressure? Thanks