Just Jim Posted June 25 Share Posted June 25 I have found a leak in the line going to the washing machine in the back of the coach. I never use the washer/dryer so I'm thinking I'll just turn off the water supply and fix it later. However, I don't seem to have a wrench/key for the Manabloc system. The ones I've seen on Amazon are a triangle shape. Any ideas on where to find a key for an older coach? I did try to turn it with a pair of pliers but was afraid I'd just mess up the plastic. Do the valves turn fairly easily? I suspect that mine have never been turned off in 20 plus years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr4Film Posted June 25 Share Posted June 25 (edited) Yes, pliers should do the job. If they haven't been used in many years the certainly will be stiff. https://www.plumbingsupplyandmore.com/pex-manabloc-plastic-t-handle-valve-key-installation-by-non-professional-may-void-viega-s-llc-limited-warranty-214729.html?ff=1&fp=3321&utm_source=google_shopping&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=products&utm_term=free&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw1emzBhB8EiwAHwZZxcDSlRgQlTOayzQ5P3_bkbRb9htw_FJt-P2KXYCrnoSlB7ApxijkTBoC2f4QAvD_BwE Edited June 25 by Dr4Film Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Bergamo Posted June 25 Share Posted June 25 Look around the compartment. Mine is hanging from the manabloc itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradHend Posted June 26 Share Posted June 26 This would be a good 3D print if you have one. Things like that I try to print if possible. Gives me an excuse to justify needing it to the wife. 😂 Otherwise, Amazon or plumbing shop as suggested. Shouldn’t be hard to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jim Posted June 26 Author Share Posted June 26 Thanks everyone, I used a pair of vice grips and was able to shut it off. I see a key on Amazon advertised for "older" manabloc systems, however it is $25 and the reviews say it is cheaply made... looks like a 3D printed type of item. I think the newer ones have a different size key. There is no size listed and there are several other "multi keys" that have 4 sizes and they are $8. Since I've got the water leak taken care of I'm going to try the multi-key. Can't have to many tools, right? Thanks again. It really helps to bounce things off others as that Manabloc does not look to be the most sturdily built thing and I would hate to break it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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