New Pressure Tank-Cloudy Water

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marylibrarian

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We replaced our ancient pressure tank today and the water is now cloudy. Do I need to run the water to clear it up or just let it settle?
 

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If you replaced an old air over water type tank with a bladder style tank, you may have air in the water from the old air injection system that you no longer need.
 

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I'd try to run it out from an outside spigot. If you do it inside, remove the aerator to get more flow and so it doesn't clog up.
 
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Valveman described it best
If you replaced an old air over water type tank with a bladder style tank, you may have air in the water from the old air injection system that you no longer need.
You may have to pull the pump up and plug the valve (or hole in the drop pipe) as it lets air to enter the system. You may also need to cap or plug the Schrader valve on the check valve near the tank.
 

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Should make sure it's entrained air by letting water stand in a clear glass overnight. Clear water, no sand in the bottom means entrained air most likely.
 
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