3.1.9 - Air/Vacuum Release Valves
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of an Air/Vacuum Release Valve?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when air gets stuck in a pipe.
Name one consequence of airlock in plumbing systems.
💡 Hint: Consider how water travels in pipes.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does an Air/Vacuum Release Valve do?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when air is trapped in a system.
True or False: A vacuum can cause plumbing pipes to collapse.
💡 Hint: Think about pressure changes in pipes.
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Challenge Problems
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A recently constructed high-rise building has reported inconsistent water flow issues. Your team suspects trapped air in the system. Design a solution involving AVR placement and justify your decisions.
💡 Hint: Think about where air tends to collect in vertical systems.
In a municipal water system, a sudden demand spike causes an unexpected drop in pressure, leading to backflow incidents. Analyze how AVR systems could prevent such issues and propose an ideal solution.
💡 Hint: Consider how pressure changes can affect water systems and the role of AVRVs.
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