Water Tank Pump Switch

It s what senses when water pressure has dropped to the point where the pressure tank requires more water.

Water tank pump switch.

Find my store. However with the pressure switch the pump can be adjusted to turn on and off at predetermined settings to control the pump and subsequent pressure. Whether you re looking for a utility electric water pump to do it all or a specialty option like a lawn pump to keep your garden growing we have all of the water pumps and tanks you need. Then disconnect the wiring photo 1.

Pressure switches are used on water pumps for the accurate control of the pump as it produces pressurized water. The air pressure in the well tank when empty of all water must be set to 28 psi or the switch will not operate properly. Flip the breaker to the pump switch and check it with a voltage sniffer to make sure it s off. The switch then powers up the well pump.

For pricing and availability. Without the use of the switch the water pump would always be on or off. Then drain the pressure tank. Square d 40 60 psi h plastic exterior pressure switch.

24 products in pressure switch water pump accessories. If the switch is bad it won t start the well pump and you won t have water so testing the switch is your first step. Close the valve from the pressure tank to the house. Pressure tanks known as well tanks also protect and extend the life of water pumps by reducing the strain on the electrical components of the pump.

Tube near the pressure tank. You ll find the pressure switch mounted on a 1 4 in. This switch is equipped with a low level cut off arm that automatically shuts off a well pump when there is a dramatic decrease in pressure such as a leak in the discharge pipes or a faulty pressure tank.