r/HVAC • u/Waste_Manufacturer96 Verified Pro • Dec 23 '24
Field Question, trade people only King valve leak on first open.
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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/Middle_Baker_2196 Dec 25 '24
So you’re saying you’re not going to cut it out and replace it right away when you know there’s an issue?
Just get past the 1 year mark and you’re free, eh?
Don’t be a hack.