bogdan530
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I have a 200’ well with a two wire 4†Red Jacket submersible pump. I installed it myself thirty two years ago. I have replaced the pressure switch and pressure tank about three times each over the years, but the pump has worked flawlessly. I am thinking of replacing it this summer before it fails.
I am not sure if it is a ½ or ¾ hp pump but it draws 3.8A on 220V supply.
I have the following questions;
1- Should I leave it alone until it fails? I live in a high elevation of the Catskill Mountains in New York State and a failure in the winter would be a major problem.
2- The pitless adaptor and pipe from the well to the house are also thirty two years old. Should these parts also be replaced?
3- The pump was installed using 1†poly pipe with no safety rope. Is there a danger of the pipe breaking when I remove the old pump?
4- The original pump does not have a torque arrestor. Is it recommended?
5- The only check valve in the system is right before the pressure tank. Is this correct for modern pumps?
6- Can you tell the HP of the pump by the 3.8 amp draw? If it is ½ hp should I upgrade to ¾? Thank you in advance for answering my questions. B. John
I am not sure if it is a ½ or ¾ hp pump but it draws 3.8A on 220V supply.
I have the following questions;
1- Should I leave it alone until it fails? I live in a high elevation of the Catskill Mountains in New York State and a failure in the winter would be a major problem.
2- The pitless adaptor and pipe from the well to the house are also thirty two years old. Should these parts also be replaced?
3- The pump was installed using 1†poly pipe with no safety rope. Is there a danger of the pipe breaking when I remove the old pump?
4- The original pump does not have a torque arrestor. Is it recommended?
5- The only check valve in the system is right before the pressure tank. Is this correct for modern pumps?
6- Can you tell the HP of the pump by the 3.8 amp draw? If it is ½ hp should I upgrade to ¾? Thank you in advance for answering my questions. B. John