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I could hear it in the pipes, and I knew what was happening. Due to a recent failure of my sump pump, my crawlspace collected about 2 feet of water (Not the first time that's happened). The pressure switch was stuck on causing the well pump to run constantly. A trip to HD netted me a new 40-60 pressure switch (the only type available at that particular store) and pipe to mount it on. On my mechanics creeper in the darkness of the crawlspace, I replaced the switch. In the light I saw that the one I replaced was marked as a 30-50. CRAP.
I returned the 40-60 switch to HD and purchased a Square-D 30-50 switch (there is a lever on the sideof this new switch-the old switch did not have this) from the local ACE Hardware store. I installed that switch, restored power---NOTHING. Checked the wiring-correct! Checked the pressure in the tank. It was set to 38psi. Just perfect for a 40-60 switch!! I reduced the pressure in the tank to 28psi and it works.
My issue is pressure. It is weaker than before and SWMBO is not happy. I notice (especially on the 2nd floor) that the water pressure slows, then perks up. I suspect this is due to a lower cut on pressure (30psi).
Can I adjust this new switch to give me better pressure? If so what are the steps. There is a gauge next to the pressure switch which is old and almost readable. Should I replace this gauge to be able to get a more accurate adjustment?
I returned the 40-60 switch to HD and purchased a Square-D 30-50 switch (there is a lever on the sideof this new switch-the old switch did not have this) from the local ACE Hardware store. I installed that switch, restored power---NOTHING. Checked the wiring-correct! Checked the pressure in the tank. It was set to 38psi. Just perfect for a 40-60 switch!! I reduced the pressure in the tank to 28psi and it works.
My issue is pressure. It is weaker than before and SWMBO is not happy. I notice (especially on the 2nd floor) that the water pressure slows, then perks up. I suspect this is due to a lower cut on pressure (30psi).
Can I adjust this new switch to give me better pressure? If so what are the steps. There is a gauge next to the pressure switch which is old and almost readable. Should I replace this gauge to be able to get a more accurate adjustment?