JMMJR
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I've got a well system in my home. Here's a quick breakdown:
Goulds 7GS05411 (installed 11/06 - hope it has a Franklin motor) - 106' below pitless adapter
22-gallon diaphragm pressure tank (charged to 38PSI)
40/60 pressure switch
Our home used to have a jet pump, shortly after we moved in (less than a year) it gave up the ghost and we converted to a submersible system. The existing black PE pipe that previously ran down to the foot valve was reused and now connects the submersible to the pitless adapter. The same pipe runs 6' from the pitless adapter into the crawlspace where it hits a check valve (which maybe shouldn't be there according to what I've read on this forum) and connects to the tee/tank assembly with the pressure switch, gauge, hose bib, etc.
I'm looking to install a CSV1Z (where the check valve is currently located, perhaps?). We've got 2.5 baths, dishwasher, washing machine, refrigerator with icemaker, etc.
The way I see it, I should install the CSV with a setting of 50 PSI. I just want to make sure the PE pipe can handle it, as I understand it'll be under increased (constant?) pressure between the CSV and the submersible. And, do I even need one? It seems like a good idea, a cheap investment that will prolong the life of the system, and constant water pressure would be nice.
Any input is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Goulds 7GS05411 (installed 11/06 - hope it has a Franklin motor) - 106' below pitless adapter
22-gallon diaphragm pressure tank (charged to 38PSI)
40/60 pressure switch
Our home used to have a jet pump, shortly after we moved in (less than a year) it gave up the ghost and we converted to a submersible system. The existing black PE pipe that previously ran down to the foot valve was reused and now connects the submersible to the pitless adapter. The same pipe runs 6' from the pitless adapter into the crawlspace where it hits a check valve (which maybe shouldn't be there according to what I've read on this forum) and connects to the tee/tank assembly with the pressure switch, gauge, hose bib, etc.
I'm looking to install a CSV1Z (where the check valve is currently located, perhaps?). We've got 2.5 baths, dishwasher, washing machine, refrigerator with icemaker, etc.
The way I see it, I should install the CSV with a setting of 50 PSI. I just want to make sure the PE pipe can handle it, as I understand it'll be under increased (constant?) pressure between the CSV and the submersible. And, do I even need one? It seems like a good idea, a cheap investment that will prolong the life of the system, and constant water pressure would be nice.
Any input is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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