Intex Easy Set pump leaking (missing gasket?)

[anonads]

I just set up my 10 x 30 Intex Easy Set pool for the second year. Unfortunately, I stored the pump without a box and I think it is missing a gasket/o-ring.

It's there definitely supposed to be an o-ring under the top cover? I tried making one out of a piece of rubber from a bucket lid, but it is still leaking.

The o-rings on the hoses were completely degraded and ripped, but it seems like they don't really matter that much if I tighten the clamps all the way.

The top is a big problem though. The water leaks out unless the pump is higher than the pool, and then the pump won't pump. Help!

 

[jeffchap]

You can get almost any replacement part on Intex's website, or check Amazon. As a quick fix, take the cover into a local hardware or plumbing supply store and see if you can find something to fit. I'll bet you can.

 

[anonads]

I called intex and the lady did give me three part numbers. The prices were reasonable, too, but shipping was almost $6 for $6 worth of parts! Amazon doesn't have the stuff. Checking menards now...

Wish it would have occurred to me to take the cover off before leaving the house. My thought was I can't disassemble the pump without the pool draining, but I didn't realize that of course I could take the cover. :-(

 

[krazykrames]

Don't know about the cover o-ring, but the o-rings for the hoses can be found at Menards for about 50 cents a piece.

It's a number 25.
1-1/2" OD, 1-5/16" ID, 3/32" wall or
38mm x 32mm x 2mm