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vents on returns

Steamhead (in transit)
Steamhead (in transit) Member Posts: 6,688
in THE MAIN WALL
it doesn't make much difference if they put the main vents there. But if they are long, I'd consider moving the vents. Why fill a long pipe with steam if there are no radiator takeoffs on it?

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  • Richard_20
    Richard_20 Member Posts: 5
    vents on returns

    Our 1907 house is heated by a one pipe steam system, powered by a Pierce Eastwood sectional boiler. Ther are no Main Vents and I can find no evidence that they were ever installed here. However, the two return lines each have a vent. Despite the great age of the coal to oil converted boiler, the system heats up quickly and effectively heats the house. Has anyone seen another instance of vented returns?
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