New system for storage tank

[efinley]

Isn't the well pump protected by the Flo-tec? I thought that was the point of those.

 

[Valveman]

Isn't the well pump protected by the Flo-tec? I thought that was the point of those.

Flo Tec is a brand name of a pump and pressure tank. Maybe you have a Pumptec, which is a dry well relay.

 

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[efinley]

Ah, that is probably what I have. I mixed up the names, my pressure tank is a Flo-tec. I'll double check, but I'm pretty certain it is a dry well device, probably a pumptec. Thanks for sorting that out.

 

[efinley]

Valveman,
Which Pside-kick would you recommend? The CSV1 or the CSV125 40 lb for this? I plan to run a 30/50 lb pressure switch.

Also would there be an issue with leaving my existing pressure tank installed even though it is 100' from the pump and Pside-kick? Should I leave it at 28 psi?

 

[Valveman]

The PK1A is best for an indoor application. And yes the other tank can be a long way from the Pside-Kick kit and pump. May have to increase the setting of the CSV from 50 to 55 PSI, so it doesn't take too long to fill the extra tank.

 

[Valveman]

Reach reminded me you have a 30/50 switch. So you want to set the CSV at 40-45.

 

[efinley]

I assume the PK1A comes with an adjustable pressure switch so that I can set it to 30/50?

 

[Valveman]

I assume the PK1A comes with an adjustable pressure switch so that I can set it to 30/50?

Yes the PK1A can be adjusted from a 10/30 to as much as a 60/80 pressure switch and CSV setting, so 30/50 is no problem.

 

[Reach4]

I have my pressure switch set to 37/57. (I got a good deal on a really nice 0...60 PSI digital pressure gauge that works with air or water.) I set my air precharge to 35 PSI. I am just pointing out that you are not limited to the common settings. Keep the 20 PSI differential.

 

[efinley]

Thanks again guys.

 

[efinley]

Another question. What kind of relay is recommended for switching the pump with the float switches? I've been using definate purpose contactors (they're mechanical) but I wonder if a solid state version would be better. Any thoughts or recommendations?

 

[Valveman]

Another question. What kind of relay is recommended for switching the pump with the float switches? I've been using definate purpose contactors (they're mechanical) but I wonder if a solid state version would be better. Any thoughts or recommendations?

Stay with the definate purpose contactors.