Bidet hook up
How to use a bidet?
How to Use a Bidet. The bidet uses a stream of water to perform a similar function to toilet paper. Essentially, there are two types of bidets. The standalone one - its a washbasin that you use to clean your genitals and anal area after using the toilet, which you have to clean after and the add-ons.
Why install a bidet attachment seat?
Installing a bidet attachment seat will allow you to cut the cost of using toilet paper by about 75% or more. It also helps to avoid the detriments to the sewer systems that are associated with using toilet paper and wipes thus helping the local economy as well. Post navigation
How does a bidet connect to a shut off valve?
The T-connector diverts some of the water from the shutoff valve to the bidet seat. When installing the bidet, the connector is threaded onto the fill valve. The shutoff valve supply hose is attached to one inlet on the connector, while the bidet supply hose connects to the other.
How do you hook up cold water to a bidet?
Attach this hose to the cold water inlet of the bidet, on the left hand side. This should match the side marked “Cold” on the temperature dial. Note, if you will not be hooking up the hot water, you can use the closed cap with the rubber O-ring and cap off the hot water inlet.
How to get a bidet with warm water?
When the hot water and cold water come to the attachment, it will mix according to your settings so that you could get a bidet with warm water. Mostly common, you will get the hot water from the pipe under the sink near the toilet. You have to install a T-valve on it and then install another T-valve to divert water to the toilet and bidet.
Are bidets supposed to be cold?
With unheated bidets, the water can feel cold depending on location and time of year. “Dual temp” non-electric bidets exist that spray warm water, but they’re less common. Then there are the standalone kind–the old-style European bidets made of ceramic–which provide warm water.
How do you use a mechanically controlled bidet?
In mechanically controlled add-on bidets, you just turn the lever or pull a string and turn the mains valve. Adjust the temperature and jet strengths for comfort. If the bidet has both hot and cold water controls, start by turning on the hot water. Once its hot, add the cold water until you have a comfortable temperature.
How does a bidet hose work?
It looks like a small side panel to your toilet but comes with a much lower price than an electric bidet seat. Most basic bidet attachments use cold water only. Attach the bidet hose to the pipe to the toilet by using a T-valve, the water will go to the attachment and spray out from the nozzles.
