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    tmccarley58 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 6, 2014, 08:25 AM
    I have a Well Saver pressure tank in my home. It has been installed for more than 5 y
    The unit I have installed has been in place for more than 5 years. Recently I have noticed that the pressure switch is cycling very often while water is running. Almost once cycle per 3-5 seconds of water run time. What is causing this? The switch cuts the pump on at about 38 psi and kicks it off at about 60 psi.
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    Aug 6, 2014, 09:33 AM
    Check the air snifter valve on top of the tank. If water comes out you have a ruptured membrane and the tank must be replaced. Good luck. Tom
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    Aug 6, 2014, 05:39 PM
    Yep. 5 years is not a lot of life from a tank, but it does sound like Speedball has it nailed down.
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