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    Feb 3, 2013, 06:10 AM
    Reversing valve
    Reversing valve on 5 ton Rheem stuck in middle in heat mode. No heat. If I turn unit on and off a few times valve works - good heat ?
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    Feb 3, 2013, 08:05 PM
    I've used a product called Supco 88 to cure this type of problem. Like any additive, it may not work every time in every situation. It would have to be installed by a licensed tech.
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