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    Skotynsky Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 26, 2011, 04:05 PM
    Having problems with brand new kitchen studor vent... the minuite we tighten drain
    Slows down... unscrew it drains right down. No other drains are slow in the house?
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    Dec 26, 2011, 07:17 PM
    It may be defective "Studor Vent". Install new one. See if the problem continues. Back to you. Milo
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    Dec 27, 2011, 05:33 AM
    I agree with Milo. You have a defective vent. Have it replaced under warranty. Good luck, Tom
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