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Old 7/3/09, 12:04 PM
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This is an incorrect setup, right? Just double checking. This looks like a double trap setup.

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Old 7/3/09, 12:08 PM
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that configuration would have been best served with an end outlet single trap..imo...jim



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Old 7/3/09, 12:15 PM
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I agree.



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Yes. It's improper. . .



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Thanks for the answers. I know double traps affect drainage. What are the other issues involved with them?

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Thanks for the answers. I know double traps affect drainage. What are the other issues involved with them?
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Thanks for the answers. I know double traps affect drainage. What are the other issues involved with them?

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Maybe since they didn't put the nut on the second trap they were shooting for a double vented double trap.

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