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QuestionWhat can cause a pump to click on and off?Community AnswerIt could be the pressure tank has no air charge.
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QuestionIf the gasket is bad between the pump and the motor, would this cause it to lose suction?Community AnswerI hope you meant the gasket that is the part of the pump. If so, it is worn out and needs replaced.
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QuestionIs 12-2 wire used on well pumps? And what breaker is needed: 15a or 20a?Community AnswerFor a 2-wire pump, 12-2 solid or braided core submersible pump wire is commonly used, with 12-2 underground wire run from the house to the well. This may change on deeper wells or higher output pumps, though. Use a 20 amp breaker with the aforementioned 12-2 wiring setup.
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QuestionHow can I tell if my well pump is bad?Community AnswerFirst check to make sure you have power going from the control box to the well. If it is a deep well pump you most certainly have no water if the pump is bad. At the well head you will have to check for continuity with a voltage meter.
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