air relief valve

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    SOLVED: Pump running but not moving water; No air relief valve, basket half full of water.

    I just purchased a home with a pool. I’ve messed something up, and I’m trying to figure out what (and how to fix it)! The problem is that the pump is running, but no water is moving. I’ve tried switching modes between filter, backwash, and rinse, but can’t get any sign of movement in the...
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    DE filter air release valve not releasing water during prime

    Hello TFP. It's been a tough year, but I hope you all are well. Well, it's opening day here in New England. I've got all my equipment set up, almost. Here's my issue. When I turn on my pool pump water is pulled in and primed successfully. The returns in the pool are cranking during this...
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    Air Relief valve leaking water when pump on and sucking air into filter when pump off

    Hello TFP members, I've moved into a new house with a pool and I'm a beginner so this site has been extremely helpful as I learn the pool realm and this is my first post on the site: The air relief valve (I believe a Pentair 98209800) picture attached started leaking a slow stream or drips...
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    Air Relief Valve Necessary? & Pump "Umbrella"

    I just started using my used Endless Pool and am working through a few issues. There is a vertical combo skimmer/filter that connects at the bottom to the pump (pic attached). I think this is a poor design because any water leaks will be a problem with the non-waterproof pump. In fact, the air...