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    Dec 18, 2012, 09:50 PM
    Help! Shower cuts off after loud noise.
    When I am taking a shower, the water sometimes cuts off. There is a noise, (honestly kind of like a loud fart, sorry), and then the water cuts out. I turn the middle selector back to the tub, water flows freely. Wait a minute, turn it back to shower, and usually cuts off after the noise. How can I repair this?
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    Dec 19, 2012, 06:23 AM
    Could be loose washer in diverter valve (middle selector).
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    Dec 19, 2012, 07:39 AM
    The Widget Maker's on to something, The problem sounds like it's in the diverter,(see image).
    Remove the knob and open up the diverter . Check and replace worn or torn washer and check the seats for nicks or rough spots. Now, while the valve's open turn on the hot and cold water for a few seconds to flush out any debris that remains, reassemble and test. Better now? Good luck, Tom
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