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    May 29, 2012, 03:01 PM
    Utilitech pressure tank lpt36s
    The builder installed a utilitech (mod# lpt36s) hydro-pneumatic pump pressure tank in our well sys. Does this pressure tank have a blader in it?
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    May 29, 2012, 08:08 PM
    Does it look like this one?

    WellSaver 36-Gallon Pump Tank
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    May 30, 2012, 05:36 AM
    Yes it does.
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    May 30, 2012, 06:13 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by jlisenbe View Post
    does it look like this one?

    wellsaver 36-gallon pump tank
    Yes it des.
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    May 30, 2012, 06:15 AM
    If the tank has a air valve on top then you have a bladder tank. Good luck, TRom
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    Jun 16, 2012, 09:19 AM
    I have a new tank and pressure switch, using old check valve. When the water runs and the tank pressure drops to about 35lbs (its a 30-50) the water stops flowing and the pressure drops to zero for a few seconds and then kicks back on. Do you think the pressure switch turn on setting is off and do you think the check valve is faulty?
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    Jun 16, 2012, 09:26 AM
    Check the pressure at the top of the tank. It should be set at 28# with the pump turned off and pressure drained to zero by opening a faucet. Do this first and see if that helps.

    The checkvalve would seem to be good since, as I understand your post, the pressure holds OK when no water is being used.

    The switch would also seem to be OK. It should be turning the pump on at 30# or so and off at around 50#.

    Is your pump above ground or in the well?
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