Okay, here is the exact answer on how to put air in your water tank, based on the provided reference, which describes the process for a pressure tank in a well water system.
Putting air into your water tank, specifically a pressure tank, typically involves draining the tank and then using an air compressor to restore the correct air charge. This process helps maintain proper system pressure and prevents the tank from becoming waterlogged.
Based on the method described by Aqua Well & Pump Systems, here’s how to add air to your pressure tank:
- Drain the Tank: Begin by opening a hose spigot or a sample tap on your system. This allows the water pressure in the tank to release and the tank to drain.
- Evacuate Water: Apply a small amount of pressure (psi) using an air compressor to the snifter valve on the tank. This helps to completely push out any remaining water from the pressure tank.
- Close System: Turn off the hose spigot or sample tap you opened in step 1.
- Add Air: Use your air compressor to add the proper amount of air back into the tank through the snifter valve. The correct pressure setting for your tank depends on your system's cut-in pressure (often 2 psi below the cut-in pressure).
- System Re-pressurized: Your tank now has the correct air charge, and your system should operate properly.
This method, utilizing draining and an air compressor via the snifter valve, ensures the tank has the necessary air cushion to function efficiently within your well water system.
