| Posted by Dave on February 08, 2004 at 14:24:05: | |
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| In response to Re: Water Pressure Problems | |
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: : I have a problem which I hope someone can help me figure out. : : : : Lately, the water pressure in my home seems to go real high and extremely too low. I have checked all the pipes and cannot find a leak. : : : : I had the submersible pump and the piping to the well replaced about 3 years ago. : : : : When taking a shower and turning on the faucet, I lose water pressure all-together. I am wondering if it could be a water-logged pressure tank or a bad switch. : : : : If it is a water-logged pressure tank, how do I check? : : : : The pressure gauge seems to go too high on the pressure tank. It goes to 86-87 lbs. : : : : Thank you. I appreciate any advice you can offer. : Dave; First remove the valve cap on the top of tank and let a spurt of air out. Does any water come out? If not, then Drain the tank (pump off) and check what the air pressure is in the bladder....It should be 2 lbs less than your cut-in pressure. Is this 86-87 lbs when the pump shuts off? Normally, a system has a 30 on/ 50 off, so the air would be at 28 lbs. Post back with info and we will advise further. Hube
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