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    leroy rhoton Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 1, 2008, 09:34 AM
    Do I need to hook air to a bladder tank to get a prime on a non submersable pump
    Do I need to hook air to a bladder tank to bleed it
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    jlisenbe Posts: 5,019, Reputation: 157
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    Jan 1, 2008, 10:16 AM
    I am not aware that the pressure tank has anything to do with priming a jet pump. You simply need to remove the plug (possibly pressure gauge) at the top of the pump housing, pour in water until full, replace plug, and you should be good to go.

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