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    Mar 8, 2010, 09:37 AM
    Well water pressure tank not filling completely.
    I had my pump replaced last week and had no problems until Sunday.
    I have a galvanized pressure tank. The pressure tank does not fill before the pump shuts off, it basically empties and then the pump comes on. I end up with air in the lines.
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    Mar 8, 2010, 12:49 PM
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    The pressure tank does not fill before the pump shuts off.
    A pressure tank isn't designed to fill completely, (see images).
    If it did your pump would run every time you flushed or drew a glass of water. What's the settings on your control box? Let me know. Tom
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    Mar 8, 2010, 05:03 PM

    Do you have an automatic air valve? See the web page below.
    How to restore lost air in a building water pressure tank - private pump and well system do-it-yourself repairs
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