Troubleshoot: Water Well Pump Won't Shut Off

[@RCworstwater]

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[@82sandyreynolds]

R.C. Worst & Co., Inc. Hello i need help with my well the pump pressure stays at 32 and will not turn off. I changed the switch and pressure tank

[@RCworstwater]

Hi Sandy, have you check for leaks and checked the amperage of the pump? How old is your pump?

[@brindacarroll3042]

R.C. Worst & Co., Inc. I’m having trouble not getting water in the tank after replacing the pressure switch and gauge ? Who can help ?

[@raaynorrocky]

my little flowtec pump will not shut off. No visible leaks. There is a shut off valve before pressure tank when shut off the pump still continues to run. Not sure what to try next

[@bigdrip54]

Pressure switches do not stick together and keep the pump running. I've been in this business for over 30 years and never had a switch stuck closed. May wanna rethink what you've said.

[@diegoforest]

Dude! I have watched many of your videos that have helped me immeasurably. Just want to say thanks. I am an avid youtube watcher on all kinds of subjects and yours are the BEST!!! Great camera work with no banter and you just get to the point. Thank YOU!!!!

[@RCworstwater]

Thanks so much! :)

[@clevelandgeorge8226]

Thanks for the info man , I just reached home from work , ready to take a bath just find out the pump giving trouble, pulled up KZbin, saw your video got it working so thanks again really appreciate it.

[@RCworstwater]

Nice Job! Glad we could help :)

[@earltucker181]

Thanks for the enlightenment you so naturally deliver in your videos .... Fun safety fact... One should always verify the power is off with a volt meter prior to any further ..... Also if you don't have a meter you can't expect to perform safe diagnostic and should not.... 'Just better don't '.. however, carefully actuating the points with a electricians or well insulated screw driver is a 2nd option to a Dvom. Thanks man. Enjoy watching even with a well that works fine.

[@earltucker181]

The best vids from the worst .... Ahhh....😲😒ok I had to . 👍

[@karirocco5993]

Thank you for sharing this info and explaining in a way a beginner can understand. I will be tackling this problem in the morning (off grid cabin) and feel a little more prepared.

[@harescrambled]

I pulled my pump a few weeks ago. The system pressure was dropping gradually over a few weeks, and then it just died entirely. You mention amp draw...my system has a 3/4 HP pump, and it was drawing 6.8A running. When I pulled it, I set it in my pool ..was running, but not pumping squat. Replaced pump, drop pipe and power cable, and life's good now

[@bobm6894]

I have viewed a number of your videos, great job, very clear, concise and informative. I have not been able to find one dealing with the problem I am having. I am not sure if it is something to do with the pump, or with the foot valve/jet assembly at the bottom. I have a deep well jet pump. When it first kicks on (at 38 psi, 40-60 setting) the pressure drops dramatically, below 20psi then jumps back up. Once it gets up to about 58psi it takes a seemingly long time to go the last 2 lbs and shut off. It handles running a faucet, or taking a shower okay, but has trouble and loses most of it's pressure if more than one water source is being used, such as flushing the toilet while using a sink. Just the washing machine by itself is enough to drain the pressure from the system.

[@RCworstwater]

It sounds like the air in your pressure tank might be set too high and that's why it is dropping dramatically at startup. The pump may also be getting old or it simply does not provide sufficient flow to accommodate more than 1 fixture at a time

[@RLTVCHANNEL]

Thank you for wonderful info..I work in Mall and I'm a Maintenance this is the answer to my problem..

[@MannyUSAFL]

Thanks a lot for your support .. I think my problem is with the Pressure switch adjustment,

[@lindamyers951]

Thank you so much we weren't sure what to do. This was very helpful.

[@RCworstwater]

Glad it helped!

[@EventheSparrowHomestead]

R.C.Worst & Co., Inc, First thanks for all your detailed videos. So our problem is, we replaced out yard hydrant with a new Woodford Y34. The yard hydrant is hooked up to a irrigation drip tape system for our garden. It seems that the well cannot keep up with the demands of the yard hydrant. Our well system is a little older. Ive replaced the pressure switch, I drained the Pressure tank and set the pressure ( Its a 30/50). Now the well pump does seem to short cycle when its trying to regain pressure. It will run a minute then stop, then run a minute etc...but like I mentioned basically we are using water faster than it can keep up. The pressure tank is a 32 gallon. Would it be more beneficial to switch to a larger pressure tank? Or is it time to replace the pump etc..?

[@Veronica-g4f]

Hi, I have a jet pump for my cabin, one of those with the little tank underneath the pump, and I accidentally ran it dry last week. I dont know for how long it was without water, but we´re potentially talking hours unfortunately. The pump was brand new, installed a month ago. It does run, it sounds normal. Ive primed it back up but it doesnt seem to suck water from my tanks. I have a see through plastic pipe between the tank system and the pump, and I cant tell if theres water in it. Should priming the chamber be sufficient or do I have to prime the pipe as well? And could something else be wrong? Is there any way to fix it? I wish you could do a video on repairs for dry running a pump :) Thank you for your wonderful videos, you´ve truly raised my confidence on this as I live off grid by myself.

[@nickpatterson7048]

Brand new everbuilt pump. pressure switch tube has residue in it? pump when I shut it off was hot, have not been able to get it to get pressure again. Did have water, it was lake line in winter. Had a in line heat line set high(not on the max setting), and the heat line did not kick off the outlet. Did it freeze? I don't think so with the water in the line. Was thinking I had to clean the impeller? Paine to try to figure out how to get to it. Help line is no help.

[@Jaipeesh]

Thanks for also including info in text!

[@RCworstwater]

You're most welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@jasonsederholm2770]

Thanks for the advice...my dad pumps from the lake and the pump stayed on..just had to adjust the pressure switch and seemed to the trick..

[@RCworstwater]

Great job!

[@shaftwood]

We have a Radon reduction system in our basement which is basically just a tank of water with a submersible well pump that sits inside of it. Water gets aerated to remove radon and then it sits inside the tank waiting to be pumped to a well tank based on demand. Intermittently, the pump inside the tank will run without building up pressure. It'll just sit at 30 psi, the low pressure limit, and run without building up pressure. While this happens, we still get water supplied to the house, just at a low water pressure. If we unplug the pump to shut it down then immediately plug it back in again, the pump runs fine and builds up pressure normally. It seems to do this a few times a month, for some reason. Have you seen anything like this before?

[@alsmith5714]

Very good video, easy to understand, even for me..🙂

[@levimust4479]

Excellent explanation. What a good speaker.

[@RCworstwater]

Thank you kindly!

[@tanyason1138]

I don’t know if you might get this in time but for the first time I’m changing out my hot water heater and there I have a private well with the pressure tank above the hot water heater and it has the red valve connected to the pressure tank and just realized that I had an independent waterline shut off valve under my mobile home outside that I had to go back and do because I kept on refilling the hot water tank it was never done flushing for a couple of hours. My concern is not having my electrical box sorted right and being sure which breaker is for the pump. I turned once I turned the full house water off Outside, I noted I was able to turn the red valve inside without water gushing out the open valve just on the same pipe I don’t know why it’s open I’m assuming it’s for water pressure or air pressure I’m not quite sure but before I realized that I had a separate outdoor water valve for the main house water supply water started gushing out of that side open side next to the red valve knob for the water pressure for the water well pump if I’m saying that right. I had to turn it off I’m thinking all the way to the other side which was suggested but I wanna make sure I’m doing things right

[@limitsunlimited8110]

Thank you, R.C. Worst. Your videos are very helpful.

[@RCworstwater]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@darungmony1013]

My pump won't shut off once a while. Sometimes only. I press the reset button, but it still won't stop unless I cut the breaker. And when I turn the breaker on again, it continues to pump without stopping again. But it's has a protection switch, so I shut off the valve from the water source, it stops, turn back on, it's working normally again for a few weeks until the cycle repeat. It's not an old pump or anything, so what do I do?

[@geoffphilippe1472]

Hi I have a problem with my system, my pump wont get to full cutoff pressure (50 PSI) and shut off, but doesnt also appear to lose pressure if I shut it off. Any ideas?

[@kostas5579]

Your pressure switch might be a 30/50.

[@dragonwarrior4589]

Awesome informative video. Thanks

[@Ghostleakchannel]

Hello, my pump won’t stop running and ran up my pge bull very high. I’m going to try these steps but I’ve had the well shut off from breaker for 3 months should I take any steps when turning it back on or should be fine

[@priscillamheath5188]

I have very hard water. I have a filter system and water softener after the pressure tank. Do you have any recommendations of what I can do to help prevent buildup in the pressure tank? Is your pressure tank recommended for someone who has hard wster?

[@xdkosman787]

From what I read a check valve can be installed on a shallow well jet pump but I had to installers try to sell me a new well and said check valves are not installed on shallow well jet pumps, is this correct?

[@RonLewis-fq7fz]

My pump continually runs and I have a shut off valve after the switch, then my water softener, then another shut off valve after the water softener and I noticed when I shut the first valve or the second and even both, the pumps still continues to run.... Does that mean I probably have a leak inside the well??? Because I don't see any leaks anywhere else?

[@ronaldsonjocson9973]

HI SIR,JUZT WANNA ASK ..I GOT A TQ400 WATER PUMP FOR RESIDENTIAL WATER SUPPLY. IT RUNS CONTINUESLY AND KEEP ON JOGGLED WHILE RUNNING,BUT THEN THE WATER PRESSURE IS STILL ALRIGHT..WHAT COULD BE THE POSSIBLE CAUSE? IS IT THE CAPACITOR FAULTY OR FAULTY PRESSURE SWITCH?..TNX MUCH

[@claytoncoolidge992]

So my problem isn't apparently normal and I've been searching for an answer. I can very easily pull my pressure from 65psi to literally settle at around 10psi and hold there with a 2-3 bathroom sink faucets running. Or if I open my 3/4in outdoor sillcock line drain valve and leave the supply valve open i can take the pressure to nothing and well pump will continue to flow but very low pressure. Is this more a case I just need a booster pump to help maintain higher pump pressure or should I be concerned about the pump? Its a well from 1989 as far as I know its the original pump (owned the house 10 years so the pump is atleast 10 years old. Had to replace tank and control box 3 years ago as capacitors fried. I did notice this week when I pulled the cap to shock the well that I have a wire that's not very healthy and insulation is failing on it. I'm going to replace it as I believe it was likely what caused the control box to fail originally as its the red wire that has the bad insulation and showing corrosion. The pump isn't pulling high amps and it never fails to run but it doesn't like to build up any pressure as soon as you shut the water off it will start building pressure and takes a bit over a minute to refill the pressure tank. Im at a loss as to why.. it has been doing that as long as we've had so I find it hard to believe that a bad pump has made it this long and not gotten worse or failed. Please any idea you may have is appreciated

[@arm5685]

The switch was just replaced but the pressure won’t stay between 30-50. It rises to 90 psi. Did everything your video said to. I’m lost and don’t know what to do.

[@AntinutellasFC]

Where is the link for the ade pressure switch?

[@michaelshrader5139]

Square D switch only a few months old sticking closed over-pressurizing the house! Has happened 3 times in the past week now.... once I force the contacts apart (with corner of plastic cover) it goes back to working right again, till it sticks again a few days later. Sprayed contacts with WD40 but made no difference. Ordering another new switch right now, but sure would like to know what's causing this to happen!

[@RCworstwater]

You may have a buildup of sediment/debris in the tube connecting the pressure switch to the water system. I would recommend inspecting that tube and cleaning/replacing as needed.

[@kiranpatel2328]

---brilliantly explained ...

[@instantscratchchannel9477]

Thanks for the info I just tapped the switch box and it stopped I guess the electric switch should be changed

[@gmjent5671]

Never ever have valve before the preasure tank/switch , the pump wont shut off and you will blow out any weak link in your water line, How do I know ? happened to me

[@berniegill9109]

I replaced pump connector…good and all plumbing and psi valve…no leaks. Still bringing up lots of water… has good pressure kinda low… should be higher. Soo it never stops running….what to do

[@joebednar9420]

Interesting. My well has gone dry and burned up twice. It’s 540 foot deep, had the pump dropped another 40 feet. The problem is, we have 2 golf courses that up the road from me and drain it and the pump runs until it burns up. Very expensive to pull and replace. Is this what I need to keep the pump from running with no water? Thanks

[@RCworstwater]

Give us a call: 855.329.4519

[@lyndonearlington5986]

Im in Jamaica first watching your channel. I recently serviced my water pump and change bearings inside. Like today water was in my pipes and didnt lose pressure. One of my relatives turned on water pump because a little pressure was lost. When i came home i saw the switch on and didnt hear the pump but water pressure was high and didnt hear pump at all. So i turned off the switch and came back 5 hours and turn back on switch. But the pump didnt come on at all. Water pressure is heavy what you think could be wrong?

[@egyahechie3171]

Hi, I really appreciate you do this kind of video. I have a problem with my submersible pump. I just got a new well drill and connected to my Pressure tank. The water pressure build up to 60psi and cut off fine. but when a valve is open the pressure drains down zero and shut off the pump. so we cannot use the water. I tried to prime it by opening the drainage pipe little bit and have it run for a while but it's fully open, the pressure will drop to zero and shutdown the pump. Is there anything wrong with my system? this is a fairly new system, unfortunately, it is out of the country and no one has any idea of how it works. Would you happen to have any idea what could be causing the pressure to drop to zero?

[@RCworstwater]

Why is the pump shutting down? Do you have a low-pressure cutout switch installed? Like the one in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIDZi6OtfbtsftE

[@authsnort3706]

Your video is just great. Thanks! I have a brand new 44 Gal bladder tank (FLEX2) installed a year ago. Everything worked fine until recently when I noticed that the bladder tank is loosing pressure even when the water consumption to the house is completely shut off. I checked the air pressure and found 38 Psi with working range for pump 40 to 60 Psi. My only suspicion now falls on the check valve. Is my reasoning correct? If so, would it be difficult for you to make a video on check valve diagnostics and replacement, or at list to explain what to do in your reply? Thanks again for your great help!

[@RCworstwater]

If you've isolated the house and you're still losing pressure it's either a leaky check valve or pipe, most likely down the well. You will likely have to pull the pump out of the well and check each pipe/valve for a leak, it should be fairly obvious where the leak is because you will have water in the pipes under it unless it is the bottom check valve.

[@tommyvvirs1731]

Hello I have a convertible Pressure pump, from Canadian tire. I'm trying to have it work to pressure my cabin from my gravity fed cistern. I have it all plumed in, primed, and turned it on. but the pressure just keeps on surging the pump does not turn off. I have the pressure regulator installed, and the pressure tube is connected to the pump housing then to the pressure switch. should I connect this tube too the pressure regulator instead? do I have to use a bladder tank with this type of pump? was hoping to use it without a bladder tank just need it to shut off when it pressures the cabin. there are no leaks in the system.

[@RCworstwater]

You need a pressure tank: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKuTlYyZmMukl6c

[@mst3kpimp]

my switch contacts stay closed even when power is on or off, pump keeps running, gauge shows zero psi always, whats my issue or issues?

[@johnwhite192]

My switch is on the pump do I need to put another switch? Btw thanks for the videos your video helped me on adjusting my pressure switch it kinda helped with low pressure I get after the shower runs for 5-10mins. I'll run down what I have I have a 35 ft shallow well with a 1hp powering it tank is right next to the pump with 3ft of pex pipe give or take. From the tank going into the house is about 25-30ft of pipe then it is going to the hot water heater then to shower then toilet and then kitchen sink and that's it. Let explain yeah 15 years ago our garden hose was so powerful I could of been a firefighter and as Time went on stuff breaks and repairs got made but my dad did all of the repairs back then and he was one that hand drove the well. He was also type that didn't always put things back the way they were could of been financial reasons or time of the year he would slap it together and say I'll do it right when weather gets better but now he passed 4 years ago and last four years I been doing lots of research and just trying get it back to the way I remember it being. We have a lake right next to use about 200yards away and it's overly full of water so that is how I know we have water matter of keep the water flowing with a faucet on after 5-10min. Now only thing I really haven't tried is a booster pump ????? What do you think? Plus I hear a sound from the hot water heater I can't describe the sound very odd. Something else I need to do is drain the system and check my tank pressure but I'm 98%sure it's fine it's only 2 or 3 years old. Something else I have been thinking of shrinking my house pipe size down my dad put 3/4in pipe in this house I really think that's way too big for a shallow well now back when we had firefighter hose we only had 3/8in PVC pipe some reason he went bigger. Yeah please reply with your opinion and your number I probably will just call you. Thank you keep videos coming

[@RCworstwater]

Hey John, give us a call: 855.329.4519

[@nature1960]

Have replaced pressure switch at least 4 times,new submersible pump 1/2 hp. New pipe going down around 170 ft . Pump would not shut off with 40/60 pressure switch. Switch would only get to 50 but stayed on. Have set much lower but pressure is so low

[@RCworstwater]

It sounds like your pump is not capable of putting out the higher pressure

[@nature1960]

@@RCworstwater Met a man in the business for like over forty years. He adjusted 40/60 power switch to cut off ay about 45 the pressure was really bad but pump would turn off. Washing machine high water level was very low so checked all the screens in home they were pretty bad. For now pressure is great. We had spent thousands with a company needless to say won’t call them again. Will need to keep an eye on pump and screens on everything. Thank you for responding.

[@nature1960]

This man charged us 75.00 wish id met him sooner. Asked for help on fb group. Greatful

[@jaytank31]

Woke up today and pump was running non stop gauge said 45 psi shuts off at 50psi. I changed pressure switch same thing. Holds pressure when i turn it off. ???

[@danielpittman9604]

I have a vevor 2hp pump that works great with a generator but once it's hooked up to the house breaker the controller box trips. Help... what could it be??

[@MrRichardyc]

is the pump supposed to run the whole time during long demand like watering the lawn for 20mins or it should cycle on (psi hits 40psi) and off (psi is back to 60psi) during demand?

[@RCworstwater]

It's better for it to stay running the whole time

[@roscoep4758]

Love this video very helpful 👏 my well is running constantly I think the switch it's not turning off... until I turn it off manually...I replaced the blader and the pressure switch...I ran the well on a water slide from 11 to 7 now I'm having issues... we still getting water now...but way less pressure...and I wna do it my self because it's 2500 for someone to come out...I dnt know wat pump I put in back in 2009 but itz 2021...I think itz 100ft deep...what pump you recommend...thanks for the advice...

[@travis8059]

Having irrigation and new pump installed in my yard. It’s a above ground pump and it wasn’t preforming well enough and they took the pump back for replacement they cited low amp.. obviously I’m praying the well isn’t leaking . What do you guys think? Thanks

[@RCworstwater]

There are a lot of variables missing. Give our techs a call and they can help you: 855.329.4519

[@jessiehiles9798]

Okay here's the situation my well stays on will not build up past 55 put in a new 40 60 pressure switch check tank holding pressure set correctly what could it be

[@tanjabuettner3993]

Where do I put the pressure switch?? Before after tank

[@Fishingtuts]

Solved: My pressure switch would not turn off, the pump just ran and ran. Eventually I unscrewed my water filter (about a foot long vase hanging from the basement joist water pipe) emptied the water out screwed it back on and it works great again.

[@eazyw8793]

pumping open discharge into storage tank with (assumed 1/2h.p) from 180 foot well. Low producing well with pump tec low load protection. Pump tec (not faulty) will not shut pump down at the end of a typical cycle. no water but pump still running. amp draw at run with water 5.2 then amp draw when dry only 4.9. ???? not enough drop for pum tec to shut pump off. Will a bad built in check valve of top of pump create this scenario? Or would you suggest I look for diffrent problem. check valve does not appear to be bad from surface observation.

[@RCworstwater]

It sounds like the sensitivity on your pumptech needs to be recalibrated/adjusted. Franklin electric will be able to assist you with that: 800.348.2420

[@hautruong2989]

would a failed pressure tank cause the pump to stay on and run continuously also?

[@DedicatedPlumber]

No, a failed tank would still allow consistent pressure to the pressure switch. The only way it would affect it would be if sediment from the tank blocked the pressure switch port

[@gotchaplumber]

Good points.

[@FC0BCA7E7A]

My pump was running continuously and found My pressure switch had a burnt contact. I replaced the switch and it seemed to solve the problem. That was a few months ago. Now it’s doing the same thing. However, it will shut off if I just gently tap the pressure switch and the contacts will open. But as soon as I use water again, it will run until I give it another gentle tap. Where do I go from here?

[@RCworstwater]

You need to replace the switch and the 1/4" tube connected to it. It's likely filled with sediment/corrosion.

[@onthetarmacinc.4210]

Thank you sir. You saved me

[@RCworstwater]

You are most welcome

[@jojodancer1116]

I just replaced my pressure switch which is a 20/40 and the gauge reads a little past 40 psi. When it gets to 40psi it continues to run and won’t cut off so what do I need to check ?

[@JJ-vf4id]

Any luck on a resolution for this? Thanks

[@georgerizk1631]

My irrigation pump starts and 20 seconds later the pressure switch open and closes with sparks?

[@andyquinn1125]

Excellent.

[@RCworstwater]

Many thanks!

[@stiventoro4530]

Thank you for the video I followed steps to find out what's the issue that I don't have water from the well to the pump, I can't hear the pump is working but the water doesn't come to the blue color tank on top of the water pump I have to do it manually to bring the water to the pump can you advise me what it could be the cause of lack of water pressure in the pump? Thank you

[@RCworstwater]

Stiven, give our experts a call and they can help you troubleshoot your system: 855.329.4519

[@Theunitbth]

Hello was wondering if you had any idea on why everytime the power goes out at my house the pump losses prime and have to reprime it it’s a jet well pump half hp thank you

[@CL-ty6wp]

bad check valve was it?

[@gabu82]

I am currently troubleshooting my pressure switch on my water pump. The contacts and springs seem to be working correctly however the pump doesn't turn off once the pressure switch springs...it doesn't seem to be damaged or corroded.

[@JJ-vf4id]

Did you figure out what the problem was here? I'm having the same issues and believe it might be my control box going bad. Maybe my connector or relay? Any info may help. Thanks.

[@bajanboytoy1]

Hi Chris I got a new pump and pressure tank install this weekend, how long should the tank take to fill before the pump cuts off??? Mine is a 1.2 hp pump and a 19 gallon tank but the tank is tanking 1min and 53 seconds before the pump cuts out, is this normal ???? pressure switch is set to 40/60 .

[@RCworstwater]

Can you tell me the model # of the pump and tank?

[@bajanboytoy1]

R.C. Worst & Co., Inc. Pump is a Lowara 3VM06P09M5HVBE & Tank is a Pro Source PS19T 19 gallon

[@OthmanAlikhan]

Thanks for the video =)

[@RCworstwater]

My pleasure!

[@mikerose4523]

What about the pump running and running the pressure up to 95psi, and blowing the pressure relief valve. 40/60 switch new pressure set to 38 psi, and new pressure switch? Your help would be greatly appreciated.

[@RCworstwater]

Mike, please give our techs a call: 855.329.4519

[@JJ-vf4id]

Hello. Same issue. Flooded wellhouse :( was it your control box or a component of your control box that needed to be replaced? Thanks

[@MrCordlu]

Does it matter to place the water outlet to feed a home before the pressure switch?

[@204Heavy]

I’m having water issues currently. I checked the system and the pump was running, contacts in switch were closed, pressure gauge read 0. I have on/off switch at the pressure switch ans above the pump and motor in the well house. I cycled both switches to look for change in state. The pump turned on and off at both. I walked away from the well house too the tank and switch under my house. It’s literally less than 40’. I looked at the pressure guage and it’s reading pressure. I go in and check the faucet in the kitchen and everything is normal like nothing happened. A side note , I had a filter system installed about a year ago, it’s not function correctly I dont think, mot sure it ever did (another story). I bypassed it before troubles shooting but just before I moved the 3 ball valves I opened the two little plastic ball valves which I. Source are there to specifically check for pressure and j had pressure at both. So to recap the pump was running. Contacts weee closed, pressure read 0, but I had pressure at the two little ball valves inter filter system. It’s Saturday I know but any info would be helpful. I’m gonna give the pressure switch another good inspection and possibly clean the pressure tube. Thanks in advance for any help.

[@204Heavy]

I should add thta this is probably the 3rd time this has happenenerj the last 4-6 months.

[@rodsonvillanueva6681]

I have a 20/40 factory setting pressure switch, what is the lowest setting i can make to it? can i go lower than 20/40? can i make it 10/20?

[@muhammedmahmood841]

We have set the cut off pressure at 5 bar in pressure switch. But the pump is still running till 7 Bar. And we have a complaint of Pipe line breaks often due to the high pressure. Please advise

[@RCworstwater]

Give us a call Muhammed: 855.329.4519

[@barbaramcleod5363]

My pump will not shut off, pressure gauge reads zero and no water is coming in house. How do I fix this problem?

[@RCworstwater]

Thank you for the question. I would recommend following the steps in the video. You may have a closed valve, a leak, or low/no water in the well. If you discover that you have low or no water in the well, you may want to consider upgrades that are available to protect your pump and motor. An inexpensive option is a pressure switch with a low pressure cut-off and a little more expensive option is an electrical motor protection device. Unfortunately, you may have a problem with the pump. Give us a call at 855.329.4519 and we are happy to help with the troubleshooting.

[@fury40]

Hello, I have some questions. 1. Which pump is better for underground water tank, an normal stage pump or an self priming stage pump ? 2. Why my water pumps for the house supply running rapidly, on and off and all taps are closed, and when I open one tap in the house the situation same, pump running rapidly on and off. 3. My water pump system for supply water in to the house is also one strange things more, I open one tap the flow is ok but if I open an second tap the flow drops down. I have 2 pumps with capacity of 10000 liter each per hour. I not understand at all why like this is. Thanks for replying for anyone.

[@RCworstwater]

Give us a call: 855.329.4519

[@bobbycooper3261]

My pu mp will not hold pressure it leaks off about every 3 to 5 minutes and kick back on but keep s on cycle ling help) if you can.thank you and God bless You

[@RCworstwater]

It sounds like you have a leak. It needs to be identified and fixed.

[@gabrielbrymer9655]

The basics for sure

[@RCworstwater]

Thanks for watching Gabriel! Feel free to reach out to us via phone or email if you need any help with your system.

[@jacobbonomo4910]

I just moved to a new house and got a well tank put in last week. And it's been continuously running I'm new to this whole new well thing so I'm not sure what I need to do

[@RCworstwater]

Sounds like you might have a leak. I'd call the company that installed the tank and let them know what is going on.

[@biglebowski923]

I took my pressure control switch off and opened up the diaphragm and it was full of wet red mud? I’m not getting water into the home? Why am I getting this excessive amount of red mud?

[@RCworstwater]

Sounds like clay or iron buildup. You need to replace the switch and the tube connected to it.

[@ed5990]

good vids thank u. u helped me out alot

[@RCworstwater]

Glad we could help! :)

[@skorpyo331]

Ok just got a new water softener installed, and pump runs perfectly fine. Now when I put in bypass mode like for sprinklers, pump runs continuously. Weird

[@AliG.G]

i have a twin booster pump system and i have drain/primed the pump but the pump doesnt pressurise the tank. i have to bleed the air everytime it empties. At the moment only one pump is working. the system was working fine until this morning. The pump keeps running but the pressure doesnt build up. any help will be much appreciated

[@RCworstwater]

It sounds like your pump could be getting air locked. What is the water source the pump is pulling from?

[@darreckwelch5580]

R.C. Worst & Co., Inc. My pressure switch won't turn off. I just installed two new pressure switches an now it won't shut off an my holding tank keeps over flowing. Any suggestions?

[@RCworstwater]

Pressure switches can only shut a system off if it is able to reach shut off pressure. If you're discharging to an open tank it will never build pressure, you would need a float switch instead of a pressure switch. Give our customer service crew a call if you'd like more information or want to purchase a float switch: 855.329.4519

[@dushk0]

air leak, check valve?

[@regbowes1127]

Pressure gauge does not move! Stuck on 40.water from tam fluctuating. HELP!

[@RCworstwater]

Replace the pressure gauge

[@dennisoneill1558]

My water builds up to 20-25 psi and works fine but never builds up to the preasure required to shut off the switch. The switch is new and i have turned off the water to the house but the pump still does not build up to the shut off preasure.

[@RCworstwater]

Thanks for the question Dennis! Please give our customer service crew a call at 855.329.4519, we can help you troubleshoot and fix the problem much quicker that way.

[@Abbygailohemgee]

How did you fix this issue? This is what I am dealing with.

[@brianseaman4094]

I have the same problem. The pump keeps running but the pressure won't get higher than 20 PSI. The tank looks fine at 38 PSI The cut in/cut off is 40/60 PSI.

[@brianseaman4094]

I found out that it was just clogged with dirt. I removed the plug and turned on the pump to flush the dirt out. I primed it, closed the plug and turned it back on. Works great now!!

[@135-j]

I have one that won’t shut off have plenty of pressure at hose bib but won’t shut off new pressure switches I tried two and the little line is new No leaks Pumps only to water garden Sucking line and foot valve is good I’m lost

[@RCworstwater]

What pressure is it building to?

[@southernlifeapparel]

I have the same issue. Plenty if pressure in the house / at the hose. Pressure switch is a 40/60, tank is charged to 38 psi, pressure gage holds at 45 psi and never cuts off. I installed a new switch and switch tube, having the same issue. I can just slightly touch the lever on the bottom of the switch and it will cut off. But it will not do it on its own? Any suggestions?

[@acbuttons2623]

The pressure suddenly drops and it seems like the water is going back where it came from. I’m afraid the pump might overheat. No leaks at all. What to do?

[@RCworstwater]

Give us a call for help troubleshooting: 855.329.4519

[@mikemathews5114]

My pressure switch turns on when needed but shuts the pump off before it gets to cut off setting. Then turns on again for a couple minutes then shuts off for a minute or so and so on until pressure reaches cut off setting. Then system remains off with no loss of pressure Basically only builds a few pounds at time off and on off and on then at cut off pressure it shuts off properly. Any ideas?

[@RCworstwater]

I would try replacing the pressure switch and see if that fixes it.

[@mikemathews5114]

R.C. Worst & Co., Inc. Replaced it today, still only stays on for a couple pounds then shuts off for 30 sec then runs for a couple more pounds until it gets to cut off setting

[@kristalmarshall1138]

I'm having problems with mine, it won't turn off. Waterpressures the same, water in the Well, have had problems before of which I ended up changing my switch my pressure tank everything where its all brand new BUT the motor itself. After changing it it turned on but not off. Can turn off manually no problem and for a good 3 months worked how it was suppose to....Don't understand what's wrong.. could it be the motor now?? My husband is useless... help meee.

[@RCworstwater]

Please give us a call for help troubleshooting: 855.329.4519

[@dannythompson7188]

I have just replaced my pump. It’s a jet pump, 1 hp. I can’t get it to prime. Have tried many many times. Is there a way to tell if I have a bad foot valve before I dig it up?

[@RCworstwater]

If you can't get it to prime that is a sure sign that either the foot valve is bad or there is a hole in the suction line. Your best bet is to pull and inspect.

[@FlippinGenius]

hmmm my pressure built up to 70 psi and would keep going.. had to shut off pump . using 30-50 switch.

[@RCworstwater]

Check for sediment in the nipple connecting to the pressure switch. It's very likely clogged and blinding the switch from seeing the actual pressure.

[@stevegraves2968]

How about check value or foot value?

[@RCworstwater]

It certainly could be a leak at the check valve or foot valve.

[@Sentido-Critico]

A leak in the foot check valve would make the system start and stop, even with no water demand. But it will not prevent your pump from stopping if everything else is ok. A broken pipe in between the pump and the pressure control can make it impossible for the pump to reach the cut off pressure, not stopping. If this happens inside the well you actually may not see it or become aware at all.

[@lloyde687]

I have a pump that is shutting of and immediately starting back, what is causing this?

[@davidbradshaw6299]

Suresh Ramlal mom well after I charge the tank the way they told me to as soon as I turn the water on the pump comes on and then when I turn the water off the pump goes off so is that correct does the water supposed to run I mean is the pump supposed to run as soon as you turn the water on?

[@mainelyelectric]

David Bradshaw sounds like you have an issue with your expansion tank drain down the system so that there is no pressure and check the psi in the tank on the air valve on the top of the tank. If you have a 30/50 system then pressure in the tank when not filled with water should be 28 psi if you have a 40/60 system then pressure in the tank should be 38 psi if it’s not one of those pressures then there something wrong with the bladder in the tank.

[@Mrwilder2012]

Sounds like you have a failed check valve...

[@Abbygailohemgee]

Our does, fighting a new issue now, wont shut off at all.

[@Mrwilder2012]

Gauges after the check valve are a must. It should go well pump, pressure relief, check valve, expansion tank, pressure switch, 100lb gauge, then main shut off. In order from flow. A pump that has had a hard life with a bad check valve may need to be tuned down with the pressure switch to a pressure it can build and turn off with. Lowering the expansion tank according.

[@natethevoicemusic6085]

Mine looks like it over pressured and started leaking in 2 spots by the pump. It won’t shut off. Air is in my line because water in the house comes out sputtering. Well is not empty. Idk what wrong with this thing lol any ideas?

[@RCworstwater]

Give us a call for help troubleshooting: 855.329.4519

[@lincoln-inspect]

Not the Pressure tank?

[@lorijohnson8660]

I just replaced my switch but now the pump wont shut off when it reaches 60? I checked for leaks,debris...nothing! Any other suggestions?

[@RCworstwater]

Was your previous switch a 40/60 switch? If your pump cannot produce enough pressure for the switch to cut off it will never stop running. Try lowering the pressure on your switch and see if it turns off. Here's our video on how to adjust: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4exhKltrbutsLc&lc=UgxovbAxZbduE-nD33l4AaABAg

[@keithwilson8421]

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[@keithwilson8421]

Change the pump

[@marymoonsammy5515]

How my pressure pump cut off when it get hot???

[@RCworstwater]

Thermal Overload in the motor

[@zeusdluffy]

My pump keeps running and it can't pass 29 psi Any solution?

[@gugu.on.wheels]

Did you get it fixed?What was your problem?

[@Sartajkhankhan-r5f]

Pressure switch is ok it direct install on motor but don't off

[@mallikkaragi3985]

Nice bro but booster pump penal wiring explain bro

[@RCworstwater]

What is the make/model # of the control panel and pump you're using?

[@farmfitnesspham4913]

My psi is 80 and the pump still running

[@larryfunnelcake9669]

I have a high priority on leaks

[@richardtemby4358]

You need an electronic switch that senses NO FLOW. Problem solved. Old style mechanical switch are rubbish.

[@truckmann1762]

I have excessively high water pressure & the pump will not shut off, unless I flip the circuit breaker. I am unable to locate the pressure tank or switch. It is not under my mobile home.