Recent content by The Todd

Thanks so much! The piping from the pool to the pump must have had some blockage. I never knew these drain bladders existed. This is the 2nd time you've save me...I owe you a beer or 2.

Also, I removed the pump and checked the impeller, all good there. I'm not the type of person that calls for service, if I feel I can fix it, but I do have someone coming tomorrow.

I should have clarified. I mean running a garden hose over the suction side tubing. I saw a video on here that showed someone doing that, no luck. I did lube the O ring as well.

I know there have many posts regarding pool pump priming and troubleshooting, but wanted to ask my question. I had to redo some of the plumbing due to the neglect from the previous owners. I was able to vacuum the pool and it looked great. But... the pump was intermittently losing its prime. I...

One last question. Are those common PVC fittings, Home Depot, Lowes?

You're correct and a lifesaver! I looked at the diagram wrong. I'll update you when this is resolved. Thank you again!

Thanks for your insight on this, greatly appreciated!

It looks to be setup correctly by this diagram.

I'm not sure. This was installed prior to us purchasing the home.

Yes, A manual vacuum and hose setup. I've filled the hose with to make sure I have no air. The problem is, that I put Floc in because I local "pool" guy recommended (Ya, i'm learning). From what I hear, I can't vacuum to backwash or filter because it would build-up in the filter.