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    Pool pump issues

    Thanks for the replies. I have taken the motor off and I'm getting close to having the armature out of the case to get to the bearings. I was concerned though with the dark discoloration ring I am seeing around the motor. You can see some of it here: I didn't know if this was indicative that...
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    Pool pump issues

    I have a Hayward pump on my pool that has been running nearly continuously since the summer of 2008 (the wife likes to keep the waterfall on) that is now showing some trouble signs. Here is my setup: I will also mention quickly that you can see one of the union ball valves that I added for...
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    Sand filter problem?

    Thanks so much for pointing me that other thread. I may give the gentle rubber mallet approach a try, but I would prefer to see what is going on in there. Unfortunately as I am learning now when the guys installed the filter, it appears to me they just permanently put the PVC pipes together...
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    Sand filter problem?

    Hi, I've been a pool owner for the last 3 years since we moved into our new house. During that time I've been performing normal procedures to keep it clean with good results. Recently this has changed and I'm thinking I've got a problem now with my sand filter. The main issue has been that the...