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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Can I use my old pressure switch?

« on: August 16, 2020, 09:25:38 AM »

When purchasing my PK125, I chose a 30/50 pressure switch (adjusted to 35/55) because I'm currently using a 30/50. I have back up switches and wanted to be able to use them in the future, when the current switch fails. Recently I read something that sounded like I have to use a pressure switch that comes with THIS system. True or false? thanks

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / PK125 plumbing to 2" well system

« on: August 16, 2020, 09:21:39 AM »

Please excuse my lack of knowledge here, I appreciate your help.
I have a submersible pump at around 120' deep.
The plumbing into and out of the current tank is 2" galvanized.
I'm concerned about plumbing my 1 1/4" PK125 between the 2 2" galvanized pipes.
Is this going to create a problem?

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Check Valve in Pump

« on: August 16, 2020, 09:08:46 AM »

When I purchased my PK125, I was advised that I needed a brass check valve in my submersible pump (or at the foot?)
I checked with my well company, and their records show that my check valve is in my pump, which is most likely a Jacuzzi pump paired with the Franklin motor.
Their records indicated that the only check valve down in the well is inside of the pump, that there was check valve above the pump/motor other than the one above ground (which I will leave out of the new install).

Assuming that is the case, that the check valve is inside the pump, is it safe to install the PK125? The last thing I want to do is have an expensive pump failure because of I installed my PK 125. My pump is 10 years old, and I want to keep it going as long as possible. If I risk damaging the pump, I'll just delay installation of the CSV system when the pump has to be replaced.

Please advise  Thanks