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    Feb 11, 2013, 06:40 AM
    a.o. smith water tank model v60
    I have an A.O. Smith water tank model v60. I am getting air in my water primarily on the second floor fixtures (air rises). My water tank still has a combination of air and water but should I suspect I have a leak in the bladder or is there something else to look for?
    Thanks.
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    Feb 11, 2013, 03:46 PM
    MOre likely your pump is pumping air for some reason. Is the pump in the well or above ground?
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    Feb 11, 2013, 06:02 PM
    The pump is submerged about 200 feet.
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    Feb 11, 2013, 07:29 PM
    I don't know of any way air can get in your system other than by the pump. Could be a lowered water table that is allowing the pump to cavitate some and get some air mixed in with water.

    A leak in the bladder will not do what you are describing.

    Hopefully, someone else on this site will come up with a better solution. If the pump is the problem, then calling in a pro is your best solution.
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    Feb 11, 2013, 07:30 PM
    One other thought. Do you have a filter that involves air injection on your system?
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    Feb 11, 2013, 08:01 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by jlisenbe View Post
    One other thought. Do you have a filter that involves air injection on your system?
    No, I will have someone check out the pump.
    Thanks.
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    Feb 12, 2013, 05:10 AM
    Please post how this all turns out.
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    Feb 14, 2013, 11:59 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by jlisenbe View Post
    Please post how this all turns out.
    Hello,
    It turns out the check valve on the pump was leaking, other than that no other issues.
    Thanks for your help.
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