Proper Pressure Tank Mounting - Plumbing Forum

KULTULZ · 10-15-2011, 08:57 AM

I have just purchased a new home and it has a well, my first experience with one.

The pressure tank was set on a couple of 6 X 6's, not secured.

Would it be proper to set the tank on a water heater stand with a drain pan (I understand that when gone bad they will leak like a defective WH) and safety strapped to a stud(s)? Also, a cut-off switch @ the valve to cut power if needed as the breaker box is in the garage above?

I am straightening up the area to add water treatment.

KULTULZ · 10-15-2011, 09:12 AM

Would this also be a good time to upgrade to CSV? This is installed in the house and not the well head, correct?

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**waterwelldude** · 10-15-2011, 10:05 PM

The way the tank is set up looks fine.
I would use cement blocks, the wood will rot over time and let the tank move.

If you do use a drip pan for the tank, make sure it has a drain that runs down and out of the house in as short a run as possible.

KULTULZ · 10-16-2011, 02:18 AM

HEY THANX!

After studying, it seems I have a CSV Valve, though not by the manufacturer of the side-kick.

Comments?

Valveman · 10-18-2011, 03:15 PM

I don't see a CSV. Where do you think it is located?

KULTULZ · 10-19-2011, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Valveman

I don't see a CSV. Where do you think it is located?

You realize I have no knowledge in this area?

I began to think that without a (an obvious) VFD that it would be a CVS (I have been reading but it is a little complicated to a layman).

Can you tell me what system I have and if a CVS upgrade is desirable? I have sent in a water sample to hopefully find out what filtration system I need (have talked with AQUASANA).

Any help/suggestions will be appreciated.

THANX for noticing my post.

**speedbump** · 10-19-2011, 01:48 PM

A constant pressure valve is always an improvement to a system with a well and pump. Unless you have a constant pressure pump.

On the water treatment issue; you should get a water analysis done first. Then we can help you with your treatment.

Valveman · 10-19-2011, 02:17 PM

A CSV could be installed in several places, even in the well where it can't be seen. The best way to tell if you have a CSV is to run something small like the kitchen sink faucet. While this faucet is running, if the pump builds pressure and shuts off, then you do not have a CSV. The CSV will keep the pump running when using small amounts of water, which is much better for the pump than cycling on and off. All "constant pressure valves" are not created equal. See this link from someone who has tried some of the off brand ones. CSV for me?

KULTULZ · 10-19-2011, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Valveman

The best way to tell if you have a CSV is to run something small like the kitchen sink faucet. While this faucet is running, if the pump builds pressure and shuts off, then you do not have a CSV.

Will do and get back to you.

THANX!