I just moved into a new house with a pool. I have successfully been able to clear the pool of winter algae and debris and have the chemicals stabilized for the most part.
Two problems. One is I need to replace the pump, the other is I can't figure out how to securely connect the vacuum hose to the side wall.
1. Pump/Filter. I have a very old pump that is to the best that I can tell unlabeled. I have a sand filter that I think needs to have the sand replaced soon. I am seeing some debris come from the return jets, and there is a lot of bubbling when the pump starts up. It does eventually maintain a full seal at the pump, but will occasionally lose pressure for no apparent reason. I want to upgrade the pump to a variable speed model if possible. I measured the voltage form the manual timer and believe it's a 115v output to the existing pump.
I am trying to find a pump that will work with my filter, without having to update the electrical. Filter sticker shows max 50 psi, design flow rate of 63 gpm. My pool parts are 1.5" PVC. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
2. Vacuum port. The house came with a basic vacuum that kind of bounces with the pressure from the pump. There is a valve on the side of the pool which the schematics mark as being for a vacuum. I bought a new hose from walmart and the port seems to be the exact same size as the hose. I bought a house connector adapter from Leslie's, but it fits loosely in the hole and will come out very easily. Any easy fix for this?
Two problems. One is I need to replace the pump, the other is I can't figure out how to securely connect the vacuum hose to the side wall.
1. Pump/Filter. I have a very old pump that is to the best that I can tell unlabeled. I have a sand filter that I think needs to have the sand replaced soon. I am seeing some debris come from the return jets, and there is a lot of bubbling when the pump starts up. It does eventually maintain a full seal at the pump, but will occasionally lose pressure for no apparent reason. I want to upgrade the pump to a variable speed model if possible. I measured the voltage form the manual timer and believe it's a 115v output to the existing pump.
I am trying to find a pump that will work with my filter, without having to update the electrical. Filter sticker shows max 50 psi, design flow rate of 63 gpm. My pool parts are 1.5" PVC. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
2. Vacuum port. The house came with a basic vacuum that kind of bounces with the pressure from the pump. There is a valve on the side of the pool which the schematics mark as being for a vacuum. I bought a new hose from walmart and the port seems to be the exact same size as the hose. I bought a house connector adapter from Leslie's, but it fits loosely in the hole and will come out very easily. Any easy fix for this?
