Question A one-way check valve: Answers Drains the water and compressor oil from the air tanks. Prevents air from escaping if the air compressor has a leak. Activates the emergency brakes when there is a leak. Explanation A one-way check valve is required to be between an air compressor and the first main reservoir. This valve prevents air from escaping the system if the air compressor develops a leak. This questions appears in the following tests: California Class B Knowledge Test