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Thanks Mark for the reply!! I do understand why there exists a pressure relief because I previously watched a UTube video on this subject. In that video, the tech used a 1" square wrench with a 2' extender to remove a pipe plug from the drain--if you look closely at the PIC I supplied, that same...

I have removed the drain cover to find 2 pipes--one in the center that the Paramount cover (model MDX-2.5") fits into & one above it. The one above it appears to be filled with a very fine black mud-like substance. What is this pipe for? Please see attached PIC.

JUST the answer I was looking for THANKS for such a quick reply!!

I have a 12000 gal, underground Paddock pool. I keep Alkalinity between 70-100, PH between 7.2 -7.8, CYA between 38-42. It has a dedicated VSD Pump for floor cleaners & a dedicated VSD for use with a Sand Filter. I use the TFP test kit religiously. I live in San Tan Valley, AZ. I am presently...

I have had (3) SPX3400DR Hayward drive failures since installing them since 2014. I've contacted Hayward and they refuse to offer more than a parts only one year warranty. Replacement drives are $500 + shipping. Do I have any alternatives? I am able to Remove & Install the Drive myself.