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plumbing05.htm Essentials of Plumbing Lesson

Unit I: Legends,

REPAIRING VALVES

Gate, globe, and check valves should be inspected periodically for leaks and proper operation. If a leak is found or the valve operates improperly, the problem is located. A repair is made to restore the valve to a serviceable operating condition. See figures 11, 12 and 13.

Figure 11.  Croll Section of Gate Valve

Figure 11. Croll Section of Gate Valve

GATE VALVE MALFUNCTIONS AND REPAIRS

NOTE: If the valve cannot be repaired, replace it.

Figure 12.  Cross Section of Globe Valve

Figure 12. Cross Section of Globe Valve

GLOBE VALVE MALFUNCTIONS AND REPAIRS

NOTE: If valve cannot be repaired, replace it.

Figure 13.  Cross Section of Swing Check Valve

Figure 13. Cross Section of Swing Check Valve

SWING CHECK VALVE MALFUNCTIONS AND REPAIRS

NOTE: If valve cannot be repaired, replace it.

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