Accumulator Tank
I'm getting all set to replace a water pump. I'm thinking of installing a accumulator tank also. I've never had one before and I've heard they can help reduce the wear of a pump? I'm replacing a 5.7 ...
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doughere wrote:
I installed a 2 gallon accumulator in our 5er. The pump runs to fill the tank, and then shuts off; you can usually use the sink or toilet without the pump turning back on. It completely eliminates pump chatter if set up correctly. I wouldn't be without one.
Regards,
Doug
I agree it's nice to be able to use the toilet or get a glass of water quietly at night without the pump running every time you open a faucet.
If you do install one, remember to put a shut off so you can bypass it for winterizing purposes like you do with the water heater.
Here's how I did mine:
The tank just tees into the water line after the pump, with a shut off just before it, so once the system is depressurized you can isolate the tank for winterizing.
Be sure to get a tank that is specifically designated for "potable water". They also make less expensive ones for HW hesting systems, the difference is in the rubber bladder inside.
