Should I remove the accumulator?
So it's time to replace my 13 year old water pump. I have a small accumulator in the system. The new pump, a Shurflo 4008 by-pass pump states,"no need for an accumulator." Does this mean an accumul...
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Steve 83406 wrote:
I replaced an old Shurflo 3-chamber pump in my '91 Prowler 24C TT with a 4-chamber 4008 pump. I have to agree with Shurflo, the new pump does not need an accumulator. I have instant water pressure whenever I turn on a faucet. The pump is nearly silent, too, when running.
Steve
No pump needs one, but every pump should have one, and will be a lot better w/ one.
And if your new 4008 doesn't turn off, no need to look for a leak. All these cheap junk 4008 pumps need to be adjusted or they won't turn off.
