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    Kreepy Krauly Sand Shark

    This is apparently the "new generation" Kreepy model. A big benefit is that it won't get caught in corners, which our old Kreepy Krauly will do. After 7 years of faithful use, parts have worn out and it makes sense to get a new one. Anyone have experience with the KK Sand Shark? BTW - we have...
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    No pressure and dirty pool

    I take some pics this afternoon and will check the flapper. Chlorine is dispensed via a floating dispenser. I do believe now that there is a leak on the suction side, but wouldn't that cause water leaks too? Can't find any and the pool holds water just fine and is full. Thanks for your help.
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    No pressure and dirty pool

    I've replaced the o-ring in the basket, and now I don't have to re-prime it every time. Pump is not a two-speed. But I still have to bleed air out of the top of the filter every time (maybe I don't need to, but there is always lots of air in there). Still no pressure. Hard for me to tell, but it...
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    No pressure and dirty pool

    I just bought a home with a gunite pool; very simple set up with only one valve and a cartridge filter. Upon advice from the pool supply co., I have: replaced cartridge and the o-ring in filter basket. Pressure is at maybe 2 PSI, and there is churning water in the basket and pressure coming out...