A check valve is basically a one-way swing-type valve and bolted-cover construction, in which the flow can run freely one way, but if the flow turns, the valve will close to protect the piping, other valves, pumps etc. If the flow turns and no check valve is installed, water hammer can occur.

A check valve is basically a one-way swing-type valve and bolted-cover construction, in which the flow can run freely one way, but if the flow turns, the valve will close to protect the piping, other valves, pumps etc. If the flow turns and no check valve is installed, water hammer can occur.
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