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    Dec 23, 2009, 10:50 AM
    Shower runs scalding hot for 2 minutes, then nothing
    When I turn on my shower, regardless of if I turn it on to hot or cold, it runs for about 2 to 3 minutes with scalding hot water. After that, even if I turn it all the way up to the hottest setting, I can only get lukewarm water. No sinks are having any similar issues.
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    Dec 23, 2009, 11:03 AM

    One handle or two for that shower? I suspect a problem with the mixing valve but we need more details.
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