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Old 10-07-2015, 09:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Reef Pilot View Post
With my set up, both the solenoid (in the open position) and the float valve would have to fail before I could have an overflow. While theoretically possible, the mathematical probability of that is very, very minuscule. Especially, since the solenoid is spring loaded to close, and needs power to open. The much more likely failure is for the solenoid failing to open, which of course can't produce a flood.
I have the same setup. Has worked for 6 years without issue, other than solenoid failing closed about year 4, so simply replaced it.
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