COMMERCIAL TOUCHLESS FAUCET
Commercial touchless faucet or also called commercial sensor faucet, touchless or touch-free commercial tap, is widely used in public washroom and home bathrooms. Kege commercial touchless faucet with infrared sensor underneath the bottom of the faucet, when people getting close to the faucet, put the hand in the sensor detects area will activate the water flow, and the water will stop when you take your hand away. Water flows no more than 6 seconds.
Uses of commercial touchless faucet
The uses of commercial touchless faucets came into existence with the development of technology and were widely popular across public washrooms, such as shopping malls, hospitals, schools, airports, railway stations, cinemas and so on. Normally a commercial touchless faucet is for cold water only without the temperature mix valve. There is also little evidence that the use of such faucets helped in the reduction of the spread of disease-causing microbes, it can prevent the spread of bacteria and germs. Besides, commercial touchless faucet reduces overall water usage without sacrificing water. It can prevent people especially the kids forget to turn off the faucet and cause wast of water.
How do touchless commercial faucets work?
Touchless commercial faucets use infrared sensor technology that allows you to start the flow of water without touching the faucet. Instead, just placing your hand under the spout sensor, the sensor emits infrared beams and receives the reflection beams from the hand. Then it will give the solenoid valve a signal to open and the water will start flow; When you take your hand away, the sensor will indicate the solenoid valve to close, then water flow will stop.
Why my commercial touchless faucet not working?
There are many reasons that can cause a commercial sensor faucet not working, no water flow, leakage and so on. Because of the electricity influence, the reason mainly caused by the sensor, solenoid valve and batteries.
Commercial touchless faucet troubleshooting |
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| Problem | Possible Reason | Suggested Solution |
| No water flow | Batteries run out | Replace batteries |
| Dirt on sensor surface | Clean the sensor surface | |
| Main water supply is shut off | Turn main water supply on | |
| Dirt on water filter net | Clean the water filter net | |
| Water pressure is not applicable | Refer to technical specification | |
| Have a continuous water flow problem | Batteries run out | Replace batteries |
| Low water pressure | Refer to technical specification | |
| Having leakage after turning off the faucet | Low water pressure | Refer to technical specification |
| Dirt on water filter net | Clean the water filter net | |
Do commercial sensor faucets require maintenance?
Maintenance is similar to that of the regular faucet. However, there are a few additional steps that one should take part in due to the presence of electrical components. The primary aspect is to keep away from the use of harsh chemicals. The second is not to store any chemicals or other stuff near the battery pack. The third is not to put the control box and battery box near any electronic products because EMC can influence the function of the sensor working. It is preferable to arrange a few of the household goods stored underneath the sink to elsewhere to ensure that there is no disturbance. The reason is to prevent an explosion, which only occurs in the worst scenarios. It is likewise essential to dispose of the used battery with care and replace them properly to ensure a protective environment. Reading the installation manual will help one understand the replacement procedure of the battery. They also provide information on troubleshooting.
Advantages of touchless faucets
The significant advantage of a commercial automatic faucet is cleanliness. The reason is that they are mess-free and solve the majority of the issue that one would have to deal with a regular tap. It helps in the elimination of cross-contamination.
The second factor is water saving. As water shuts off automatically, there is a considerable decrease in the use of water and a reduction in wastage. Additional benefits in such cases help in removing the overflow of a sink, which sometimes occurs due to unclosed facet by accident. They are also a great help for people suffering from mobility limitations.
The third factor is hygienic, bacteria and germs free. Especially during the epidemic outbreak of COV-19.People cared more and more on hygienic sanitary ware. A touchless or touch free commercial faucet can efficiently prevent the spread of bacteria and germs, not only in a public washroom but also in the home bathroom.
