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    Kale_NicciSmith Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 3, 2011, 01:40 PM
    Having prob need help plzMy pump isn't working right. On my well it kicks on and off
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    Feb 3, 2011, 03:30 PM

    You are saying, I assume, that your pump kicks on and off every few seconds when water is being used. If that is the case, then you will want to check your tank. There is a little air valve at, or near, the top. Press the valve a few seconds. If water comes out, then the tank is shot.

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