Recent Examples on the WebHeat at the highest setting until steam flows freely from the open petcock or vent port.—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2023 Then place the weight on the vent port or close the petcock.—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2023 Leave weight off the vent port or open the petcock.—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2023
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