11-03-2010, 02:03 PM
Need recommendations for catchment system expert(s).
Recent arrival. I replaced filter cartridge holders and am changing filters (10, then 5 micron) monthly. Also re-furbed UV system (kept only beautiful ($$) stainless steel cylinder; replaced quartz cylinder, lamp and ballast). Pump is the on-demand style with no bladder tank.
Anyway, the system has developed a vibration that fills the piped portion of the house with its noise whenever the pump starts. Also, pump start seems to take longer from first water flow each time.
Also would like expert to opine on general condition of the system. I have no experience with catchment, but some with wells. [Frozen pipe between well and house presents interesting problem. Have good "how did he do that?" question for high school physics students].
Rick Melzig
Recent arrival. I replaced filter cartridge holders and am changing filters (10, then 5 micron) monthly. Also re-furbed UV system (kept only beautiful ($$) stainless steel cylinder; replaced quartz cylinder, lamp and ballast). Pump is the on-demand style with no bladder tank.
Anyway, the system has developed a vibration that fills the piped portion of the house with its noise whenever the pump starts. Also, pump start seems to take longer from first water flow each time.
Also would like expert to opine on general condition of the system. I have no experience with catchment, but some with wells. [Frozen pipe between well and house presents interesting problem. Have good "how did he do that?" question for high school physics students].
Rick Melzig
Rick Melzig