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check valve
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check valve
n
(Engineering / Mechanical Engineering) a valve that closes by fluid pressure to prevent return flow Also called nonreturn valve


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A high-pressure shaft seal and integral check valves are included to provide enhanced seal life and leak-free performance.
Standard features include handlebar controls with a vacuum gage in sight, an integrated vacuum-guard system with check valves, and an audio-visual alarm.
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