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Before turning on the main water supply after a plumbing repair, what critical step should be performed to prevent water hammer?
To prevent water hammer and ensure smooth system operation, it's crucial to bleed air from the highest point in the system while slowly filling it. Air pockets
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Question: Before turning on the main water supply after a plumbing repair, what critical step should be performed to prevent water hammer?
Answer options:
- Open all hot water taps
- Open all cold water taps
- Open the lowest faucet slowly ✅ Bleed air from the highest point in the system
Correct answer: Bleed air from the highest point in the system
Explanation: To prevent water hammer and ensure smooth system operation, it's crucial to bleed air from the highest point in the system while slowly filling it. Air pockets can cause severe pressure fluctuations.
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