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The WQA Glossary of Terms
This Glossary is published by the Water Quality Association (WQA) as a service to members and leaders in education, government, and industry.
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Foot Valve
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Tuesday,Sep 14, 1999
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A water softener valve, controlled by a float, which controls the amount of water entering or brine solution leaving the brine tank. A special type of check valve located at the bottom end of the suction pipe on a pump. This valve opens when the pump operates to allow water to enter the suction pipe but closes when the pump shuts off to prevent water from flowing out of the suction pipe.
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