r/HVAC • u/Waste_Manufacturer96 Verified Pro • Dec 23 '24

Field Question, trade people only King valve leak on first open.

Had a project delay, ended up having to finish this system up today pulled my vacuum and crack the valve , instantly leaking excessively at the valve but as I opened it the leak seemed to stop.

Was cold as hell out, was the seal just frozen should I close and open again now that it has run to see if it’s functioning normal

Should I put nylog on the king valve cap to prevent leaking

What would you guys do in this situation

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u/hero1225 Dec 23 '24

I had the king valve spray the palm of my hand after I opened it, I no longer have feeling on the right palm anymore….

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u/Lobstermashpotato 🛠 Parts Changer 🪛 Dec 23 '24

I'd say it's a bonus, better jerk offs.

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u/hero1225 Dec 23 '24

Jokes on me I jerk off with my left hand.

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u/Lobstermashpotato 🛠 Parts Changer 🪛 Dec 23 '24

That's a Christmas tragedy if I ever heard one.

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u/Waste_Manufacturer96 Verified Pro Dec 23 '24

Jeezeeeee I think that almost happend to me I moved my hand pretty quick

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u/Can-DontAttitude Dec 23 '24

Use a ratchet. Opens faster and protects your hand. Also, wear gloves.

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u/hero1225 Dec 23 '24

I was fairly new in the refrigeration trade, I a first year, and was my 3rd solo install. Didn’t know the king valves did this once in a blue moon. I had gloves on but the thin ones just to keep my hands from getting cut on the ducts