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stevebergsr
Sep 11, 2012, 12:51 PM
I have a shallow well pump with a vertical tank. If I bypass the tank I have plenty of water but as soon as I hook the tank up, the water flow stops. I have a clear hose so I can see water near the tank and at the pump but just air in the line in between. If I open a valve the water begins to flow but the tank will not fill. Therefore, the pump will not shut off.

speedball1
Sep 11, 2012, 02:21 PM
When the pump shuts off does the pressure gage lose pressure? What's the bladder tank charged at when the pump's shut off and a cold water faucet opened? Here's a typical hook up. Is this the way you're plumbed? Back to you, Tom