Well problems!!

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Well problems!!

Author: John P. Krumsky (PA)

Please help, I have a 30/50 pressure switch,the problem is the well kicks on at 30 and then shuts off at 36 and a few seconds it turns on again to 40ish then shuts off and in a couple seconds it kicks on again and then shuts off again it dies this till it reaches 50. And then shuts off till the draw down kicks it back on again at 30 and does the same thing till 50. I am on my 3 pressure switch and replaced the 3" nipple too. The pressure tank has 29 psi of air. Also replaced the check valve in the well pipe in the house. Everyone I ask is stumped, please help.
Thank you john

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Re: Well problems!!
Author: bernabeu (SC) ? failed/failing or 'tripping' internal motor overload safety ? ============================================== "Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638
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Re: Well problems!!
Author: John P. Krumsky (PA) I replaced the pump in 2003,so I guess thats my next step, just hoping it was something stupid. Thank you..
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Re: Well problems!!
Author: bernabeu (SC) MY question would be: IF it is the overload WHY does it fail/trip ? ? improper wire size / connection ? ? wrong pump for application ? perhaps it is time for a pro BEFORE you perform additional 'shotgun' maintenance MERRY CHIST MASS and/or HAPPY HOLY DAYS ============================================== "Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638
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