While I usually try not to 'dis' other pool pros - I'll make an exception this time
Was the guy who changed out the sand a complete moron? When he had to cut the pipes to get into the filter the first time
HE SHOULD HAVE PUT ON UNIONS!! Any time you have to cut the pipe to make an equipment repair that will be need to be done again in the future - YOU INSTALL A UNION to make it easier and neater the next time a similar repair needs to be done!!! Hack, Hack, Hack... !
Ok - I had a beer and calmed down
First let's make sure it's
filter sand in the Polaris bag (as per X-Pert) To do this - rubberband one of those kneehighs to a return so as to catch any if the filter is indeed spitting sand on start up. Then turn the pump off and wait a few minutes - a good excuse to go grab and drink a beer
("But, Honey - the pro on TFP said that this was the correct way to check this" :lol: )
Fire up the system and check the nylon for sand - if there's any in there, it came from the filter.
Now before we start hacking into the plumbing, we may as well check the multiport's gasket (called a 'wagon wheel' or 'spider' gasket). All you need to do is unscrew the 6 bolts holding the top on and look at it - make sure it's not 'bubbled up' in the tracks and isn't torn. Easy enough! If the gasket is in good shape reassemble the multi (there are flat sides at one of the screws to show proper alignment ) and get ready to tackle the sand beast
Actually - I think (unless you desire the info now) that you would be better served by manually vacuuming the sand, etc to waste then leave the pump running, if a party is imminent and then deal with the repairs (both easy) after you have your hugely successful party. The reason I suggest doing things this way is because I don't feel like typing out the instructions :lol: - Just kidding, there are a couple places where things could go wrong and if you can't be
absolutely sure of getting the replacement parts, if the pool is up and operational now, let's make sure it's that way for the party
The leak is minor and a little sand in the pool won't kill anyone (if anyone says anything - just look ****** and ask "Okay - this pool was clean before y'all got here - who the H#LL tracked sand into the pool?!?") Mix the drinks a little strong (except for the designated drivers :angel: ) and no one will care about the sand :-D
Seriously, if you want to do this before the party, I'll give you a grocery list of parts you'll want to have on hand and instructions on fixing the leak and sand issues 8)