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Sea-agg09

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A quick note about check valves...

07-24-2012, 09:27 PM

REMEMBER!

If you are using airline check valves, be sure to secure (ziptie) the ends of the airline tubing. If pressure builds up on the end of a check valve, it can pop the valve from the tubing and start spraying water all over.

Just saying....

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07-24-2012, 09:30 PM

a dab of superglue gel works wonders as well.

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07-24-2012, 09:55 PM

I like zip ties

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07-24-2012, 09:57 PM

hmmmm, recent experience remind you of that?

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07-26-2012, 02:30 PM

i happen to have a stash of swagelok SS-4C-1/3 check valves with tube fitting ends...they are golden

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07-26-2012, 09:08 PM

Originally posted by Fancyfish View Post

hmmmm, recent experience remind you of that?

Maybe....

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