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    Apr 14, 2009, 06:09 PM
    What are balancing valves in a hot water heating system?
    I would like to have an explanation of what a balancing valve does in a hot water heating system and when manual valves are used and when powered valves are used. Any and all information about these hot water heating system valves would be appreciated.
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    Apr 14, 2009, 06:56 PM

    I hope the link below will help you, Thanks.

    John

    How to balance your central heating system. How to get your radiators all to the same temperature
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    Apr 14, 2009, 07:00 PM

    Manual valves are used for isolation and service so the entire system doesn't have to be drained to replace a pump.

    Powered valves in a consumer system are generally used to turn on zones. In a commercial system they may be proportional. e.g. You want a particular loop temp.

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