A drop tube segment is adapted for use with a liquid reservoir. The drop
tube segment includes a conduit with an end portion and a sidewall
including a sidewall portion at least partially defining an interior
housing area. The drop tube segment further includes a valve assembly
comprising a valve member attached to the end portion of the conduit, a
float, and a linkage device pivotally connected to the valve member. The
valve assembly further includes a driver member at least partially
disposed in the interior housing area. An adjustment of the float may
rotate the driver member to engage the linkage device to facilitate in
adjusting the position of the valve member with respect to the end
portion of the conduit. The valve assembly further includes a structure
adapted to inhibit, such as prevent, fluid from leaking into the interior
housing area.