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OGPorkchop (NC)
I have noticed for the past couple days that my water pressure has started to go down. I checked my well gauge and it's not going above 20psi. Also, I haven't heard the pump switch on once today, and I have been down there all day. Tried to run the water to get it to switch on, no dice. Did some research and watched a few videos, and decided that the most likeley cause was my pressure switch. Before I did anything, I checked the pressure in the tank and it was zero, so I filled it back up to 38. I turned off the breaker and the water line to the house and tried to drain the tank but nothing came out. I checked the pressure in the tank and it was still 38 but nothing draining from the tank. So I moved on to the pressure switch. Replaced it, turned everything back on an nothing. Water pressure has gone down to 18 and still the same as it was. Heeeeeeeelp me please!!!
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Paul48 (CT)
Did you verify that there's power at the switch?
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m & m (MD)
Your next move would be to measure voltage and current at the switch.
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OGPorkchop (NC)
Yes there is power to the switch
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Paul48 (CT)
Based on your response, I'm not comfortable with you proceeding. Some of the troubleshooting can be dangerous for a novice. I'd suggest you seek professional help.
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North Carolina Plumber (NC)
First, check the amp draw to see if the pump is actually running, if not then I'd disconnect the pump wires and check continuity. If no continuity , then it's time to pull the pump.
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