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    Dec 16, 2010, 11:44 AM
    Water draining from releaf valve
    Water draining from releaf valve when calling for heat
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    Dec 16, 2010, 03:11 PM
    HW heater or boiler? If the relief valve is releasing, you have too much water pressure, too hot water temperature or a bad valve. It's doing what it is supposed to do.
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