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This is a replacement of a large animal water nipple, this will provide them access to water without them making a huge mess. This guide has ten easy to follow steps to ensure the replacement is done properly.
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Empty the container of all water.
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With an adjustable wrench, unscrew the nut on the inside located near the base on the backside of the nipple.
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Pull the mechanism out from the front.
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Ensure there is no damage to the hole that needs to be patched.
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Use Teflon tape to line the threads of the new nipple.
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Place the new nipple in the hole with the peg on top.
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Fill the container slightly to ensure that there are no leaks. Tighten the washer or pull out to see if a crack has formed while replacing.
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This is a leak in the seal.
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If there is a leak try placing some more Teflon tape. If this does not fix the issue continue reading this step. If there is no longer a leak, move on.
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Place and thread the nut on the inside of the container on the backside of the nipple.
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Finally, place the container in the designated place and fill completely.
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