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geo19
Sep 15, 2009, 10:26 AM
The tank filled up with water. When I checked the air pressure, water came out. So I drained down the water and then refilled the tank with 40 psi air.

Is it normal for this to occur or is the bladder most likely leaking.
Will I end up having to change the tank.

Never changed the tank before, not sure I know how.

speedball1
Sep 15, 2009, 12:18 PM
When I checked the air pressure, water came out. Is it normal for this to occur or is the bladder most likely leaking. Will I end up having to change the tank.
The membrane in the tank's ruptured. (see image) and you must replace the tank. I've put up how a bladder tank operates,(see image) so you will have some idea of its function.
Changing the tamk will be a simple operation. Simply purchase the same bladder tank and replace fitting by fitting. Don't frorget to Teglon Tape the threads, Good luck, Tom

mygirlsdad77
Sep 15, 2009, 04:25 PM
Tom is correct, you will need a new tank.