Why does the valve need a weekly exercise?
Your Flow valve performs a brief, automatic weekly exercise to keep the mechanism healthy and ready to operate when you need it most.
What is a valve exercise?
A valve exercise is a short, controlled movement of the valve—typically a small open/close motion—that happens automatically in the background.
Why is this important?
Over time, valves that remain in the same position can develop issues such as:
- Mineral buildup (especially in hard water environments)
- Stiction (internal parts sticking due to lack of movement)
- Seal degradation
- Increased resistance when actuating
If a valve hasn’t moved in weeks or months, it may:
- React slower
- Require more force to operate
- In extreme cases, fail to fully close during a leak event
How the weekly exercise helps
The weekly exercise prevents these issues by:
- Keeping internal components free-moving
- Breaking up early-stage mineral deposits
- Ensuring seals remain properly seated
- Verifying the valve can still respond quickly
Think of it like moving a door that would otherwise get stuck if left untouched for too long.
Does it affect my water usage?
No. The exercise is designed to be:
- Very short
- Low impact
- Safe during normal operation
The exercise runs automatically every Sunday at 3:00 AM and briefly shuts off water to the house for about 10 seconds. Most users won’t notice it since it runs at night.
Can I disable it?
The exercise is enabled by default because it plays an important role in long-term reliability and safety.
If you have a special use case, contact support.
Bottom line
The weekly valve exercise ensures that when a real leak happens, your valve can:
- Respond immediately
- Fully close
- Protect your home as expected
It’s a small action that helps guarantee big reliability when it matters most.