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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    I see a little in the basket, but with the new gasket, they are pretty much gone. I like the shaving cream technique, good idea. The system is the way I got it - previous owner must of done the work. Let's say I find a leak - is there a quick fix? Like spray sealant/glue? Or use the stuff...
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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    OK, sorry for getting back so late, but here are some pictures: Just a few basic pictures of my system. I replaced the pump basket gasket as well as re-taped the drain plugs. I think I got rid of the air in my skimmer line (probably due to bad seal to gasket). I still can't get the pump...
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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    Ha! Kind of! But yes, they do it for free...or maybe it's because I bought some chlorine pucks from them... :)
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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    Haha, that seems to be the trend! At least they are nice and test my water for free. :) Again, all feedback welcomed! Even noob tips that might not be obvious!
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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    Yea, even I thought that was a little strange? Maybe settling of sand/debris or something? Guy at the pool store told me that one...
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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    Thanks for reply! In regards to #1, I'll poke around, if I can't get it running normally, I'll have to try drain king or something else... In regards to #4, there's no wait time needed inbetween, backwash/rinse and then back to normal filter? I've been told to wait like 20 min for some...
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    Pump Drain Questions form a New Pool Owner

    Yo, Been lurking these forums here since last year...I live in Michigan, got a new home, came with a 30,000+ gallon in-ground pool! I think I did OK with it last year, had a few clarity issues, but eventually I got my chemistry down (still need that tester kit). Pool store checks for free so...