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Check Valve

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With vacuum supply connected to Black side of check valve and vacuum gauge on opposite side, gauge should read vacuum instantly. Reverse connections. Zero vacuum should be indicated. If valve fails either test, it must be replaced.

Fig 1: Spark Delay Valve (Single Delay System)
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