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    Sep 22, 2010, 02:12 PM
    Air valve on hot water system possible?
    I have what appears to be an air valve in the line to the pressure relief valve on top of my oil fired boiler of a hot water heating system. Is this possible? What happens if I eliminate it?
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    Sep 30, 2010, 06:21 AM

    I have the answer provided by a local plumber. Thanks
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