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    Oct 30, 2007, 11:48 AM
    Heating system
    How do I stop my furnace from building up 15 lbs. of pressure (steam boiler, radiators), and having my pressure releif valve open and filling my cellar with lots of steam.
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    Oct 30, 2007, 04:15 PM
    First before you do anything call a professional. Steam boilers are not designed for do it yourself work. Obviously there is a safety problem. Probably a safety pressure control.
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