Water Tank Pump Switch

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Water tank pump switch.

The switch then powers up the well pump. Without the use of the switch the water pump would always be on or off. Then drain the pressure tank. The air pressure in the well tank when empty of all water must be set to 28 psi or the switch will not operate properly.

Tube near the pressure tank. Water pumps tanks water pump accessories. 24 products in pressure switch water pump accessories. Pressure tanks known as well tanks also protect and extend the life of water pumps by reducing the strain on the electrical components of the pump.

Close the valve from the pressure tank to the house. Wrap the pipe threads with teflon tape and reassemble. You ll find the pressure switch mounted on a 1 4 in. Flip the breaker to the pump switch and check it with a voltage sniffer to make sure it s off.

Then disconnect the wiring photo 1. Find my store. For pricing and availability. This switch is equipped with a low level cut off arm that automatically shuts off a well pump when there is a dramatic decrease in pressure such as a leak in the discharge pipes or a faulty pressure tank.

Pressure switches are used on water pumps for the accurate control of the pump as it produces pressurized water. It s what senses when water pressure has dropped to the point where the pressure tank requires more water. Next remove the old switch photo 2 and gauge photo 3.