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aldevo
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Gas valves are usually rated for 1/2 psi max. Why is it trouble often when natural gas is approx. 10" or higher, but hardly ever a problem when lp is approx. 13" w.c.?
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nat vs lpg pressures
7" WC is approx 1/4 PSI, I think they make the valves so they can tolerate a lock-up pressure from an upstream regulator of twice the normal working pressure.
I think higher lpg pressures in combination with smaller burner orifices were originally intended to help the venturi effect for an acceptable air/fuel mix on start-up of atmospheric burners.
Not sure what problem you are referring to...Home Owners Please Note:
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