tank overflow prevention?

[superduperwesman]

Originally Posted by wickedfrags.com

Why not just leave the ball valve all the way open???

I think he wants to minimize noise

Originally Posted by wickedfrags.com

If you are concerned about the level of water in your sump, you can create a siphon break by drilling a small hole in the return line, about 1/4" to 1/2" below the level of your water. This will allow air into the return system faster, resulting in more water staying in your tank and less being directed to the sump.

His problem seems to be too much water in the tank?? So much so that it's overflowing... so I don't think he wants "more water staying in the tank.

Originally Posted by wickedfrags.com

Also, avoid using ball valves to regulate water flow, that is what gate valves are designed for. Ball valves should be open or closed.

I wouldn't say that gate valves are design for flow control... but yes they will do a better job then a ball valve in this application