2006-12-08 00:26:14 · 4 answers · asked by spencer 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If it's a bladder type tank, it should be "bled" occasionally, even if only to remove "Stuff"
No matter that however it may also depend on the tank size, versus the usage.
Rev. Steven
2006-12-08 00:35:19 · answer #1 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually, when this happens you have either lost the original pressure charge in the tank (usually above the bladder) or your bladder has ruptured. If the bladder ruptured, you can't really fix this. But you should be able to recharge the air pressure in the top of the tank and run like that for a while.
2006-12-08 09:06:26 · answer #2 · answered by Jeffrey S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assuming there are no leaks in the system then the problem usually lies in the air cushion in the storage tank (it has become water logged). If it is a bladder type tank then the tank needs to be run down and the cushion restored through the "tire valve". If it is a standard tank then most likely the "make up" valve needs replacing
2006-12-08 08:53:54 · answer #3 · answered by Jim O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Water logged. When there is too much water and not enough air in the tank. The air compresses better then the water which allows pressure in your tank to last longer. Bleed the tank (empty the water out) seal it again and turn the pump back on.
2006-12-08 12:30:31 · answer #4 · answered by lvnagn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋