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The description of the Savery Engine is unfortunately incorrect. He did not use high pressure steam. Steam was injected into an empty vessel. Valves closed, then the steam was condensed with water poured over the exterior causing a vacuum. Valve to mine water would then be opened and atmospheric pressure from outside would push water up pipe into low pressure chamber. Input valve then closed and water removed. Process would then repeated.

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Yes, the ending made me chuckle.

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