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    HVAC Systems · Heat Pump Components

    Reversing Valve

    A refrigerant flow control valve in heat pumps that changes the direction of refrigerant flow to switch between heating and cooling modes.

    Common uses

    Mode switching, refrigerant flow control, heating/cooling operation

    Common symptoms

    • Won't switch modes
    • Stuck in one mode
    • Poor performance

    Common repairs

    • Valve replacement
    • Solenoid service
    • System cleaning

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