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    Dennis1957100 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 14, 2007, 11:33 AM
    Tank Before Hot Water Heater
    I just purchased an older house, (circa 1930s), the needs some TLC. My question is, after the water enters the house, and after the meter, there is a large galvanized tank, with inlet, and outlet. Next in line is the hot water heater, and bypass to the cold water throughout the house. The tank seems to be stopped up, as no water will come out of the outlet. There is a large seal cap on top, and after taking it off, the tank is full of water. What is this tank, how does it work, and can I remove it without any problems to the system? Can it be replaced with something newer?

    Thanks, Dennis
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    Apr 14, 2007, 01:45 PM
    Hey Dennis,
    Siunds like your house was on a pump system before it was switched over to city water. What you have is a unused galvanized pressure tank used to store water under pressure after it has been pumped up. You may remove and bypass it without any problems. Good luck, Tom
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    Apr 14, 2007, 02:24 PM
    I kind of figured that. I have never seen one in this configuration. Thanks! It will be removed tomorrow.
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