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JET PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING C - PUMP STARTS AND STOPS TOO OFTEN |
| CAUSE OF TROUBLE | HOW TO CHECK | HOW TO CORRECT |
| Leak in pressure tank | Apply soapy water to entire surface above water line. If bubbles appear, air is leaking from tank | Repair leaks or replace tank |
| Defective air volume control | This will lead
to a waterlogged tank. Make sure control is operating properly. if not, remove and examine for plugging |
Clean or replace defective control |
| Faulty
pressure switch |
Check switch setting. Examine switch contacts for dirt or excessive wear | Adjust switch settings. Clean contacts with emery cloth if dirty |
| Leak on
discharge side of system |
Make sure all fixtures in plumbing system are shut off. Then check all units (especially ball cocks) for leaks. Listen for noise of water running | Repair leaks
as necessary |
| Leak on
suction side of system |
On shallow well units, install pressure gauge on suction side. On deep well systems, attach a pressure gauge to the pump. Close the discharge line valve. Then, using a bicycle pump or air compressor, apply about 30 PSI pressure to the system. If the system will not hold this pressure when the compressor is shut off, there is a leak on the suction side | Make sure
above ground connections are tight. Then repeat test. If necessary, pull
piping and repair leak |
| Leak in foot valve | Pull piping and examine foot valve | Repair or replace defective valve |
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A-Pump will not start or run | B-Motor overheats | C-Frequent Starts and stops | D-Pump won't shut off | E-Little or no water delivered |
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