How do I cap off an unused refrigerator water line?

The unscrew the adaptor fitting out of the fridge. Reconnect the tube to the adaptor fitting and screw a 3/8″ threaded brass cap onto the end that was connected to the fridge. Use a little pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads. Turn the water back on and inspect the joints for leaks.

Are saddle valves any good?

They’ve proven to be reliable, but they’re far more expensive than traditional copper fittings. The most commonly known push fittings are made by SharkBite®, but there are several other ones available, such as PDQ™ and Blue Hawk.

Can saddle valves be shut off?

A saddle valve is mounted directly on to a pipe which is usually 1/2 inch copper tubing. Saddle valves are self-tapping devices. Turning the handle counter-clockwise opens the valve. These valves can be installed without shutting off the main water supply.

Which way do you turn water shut off valve?

When it comes to which way you should turn the valve, keep in mind the old saying “righty tighty, lefty loosy.” In other words, turning a valve clockwise, or to the right, will restrict the flow of water while turning it counterclockwise, or to the left, will allow water to flow.

Can you turn off a saddle valve?

What is a saddle valve for a refrigerator?

The shut-off water valve (also called a saddle valve) is part of the household plumbing. It controls the flow of water from the plumbing to the refrigerator. This type of water valve (saddle valve) will need to be purchased at a local hardware or plumbing supply store.

Is saddle valve open or closed?

Saddle valves are self-tapping devices. Once mounted on a line, with the included rubber seal in place, all that is required is to turn the valve clockwise until it pierces the water line. Turning the handle counter-clockwise opens the valve. These valves can be installed without shutting off the main water supply.

Are saddle valves legal?

Most state and local codes prohibit the use of a saddle valve, also known as a piercing saddle valve, saddle tap or needle valve, consisting of a clamp that punctures a hole in an existing water intake pipe. It is a shortcut used instead of installing a more permanent and secure connection.

Do saddle valves have a shut-off?

What does a saddle valve look like?

A saddle valve kind of looks like a horse saddle and fits over the water pipe similar to the way a saddle fits on a horse. The saddle valve is clamped on to a water pipe. Also known as a refrigerator water shut-off valve, most saddle valves are self-piercing.