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Gman58
Jan 14, 2011, 06:51 AM
The water to my house quits periodicly. When it does this, I have tested the power to the pump and no probem. Also, I can hear the pump running but there is no pressure. I can shut the breaker off for a few seconds then turn it back on and it will pressure up normally. There is no indication of a low well as there is no discoloration to the water and no air comes out of the faucets. I have talked to my local well company which has been in business for many years and is very knowledgeable, but there at a loss.
Thanks,
Gman

keithlm
Jan 14, 2011, 04:00 PM
There is a possibility that the impeller is actually loose from the shaft and just spinning.

keithlm
Jan 14, 2011, 04:02 PM
My answer was not of much help. I first didn't catch the part where sometimes it works properly.

ma0641
Jan 14, 2011, 05:16 PM
Don't know about an impeller, submersible pumps have a lot of them. Once it does pressure up does it keep pressure? You could have a leak in the pipe. Could also be a dirty or sticking check valve. Unfortunately, they are located in the pump body. In you well casing cap there is usually a 1/2 or 3/4" plug. Remove the plug, run the punp until it shuts off and listen for water dripping or running into the well. If you hear anything like that, you have a pipe leak. If not, it may be the check valve.

Gman58
Jan 15, 2011, 05:06 AM
Once it pressures up, it holds pressure and cycles normally when the water is used. Pressure does not drop if no water is running. It may work normally for a day or two then act up again. Thanks for the input.