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Description: Three types of older-generation snorkel shutoff valves are illustrated. Type A: A shutoff valve using a ping-pong ball in a cage to prevent water ingress when submerged. Type B: A shutoff valve using a hinged "gamma" valve to prevent water ingress when submerged.

Type C: A shutoff valve using a sliding float valve to prevent water ingress when submerged.
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