Hayward Xstream Problem

[PeteKoul]

Hi everyone,
I'm a newbe here and was looking for help with a problem I'm having with my filter. I've had the AGP now for 4 years and last year the cover on the Hayward Xstream became harder and harder to remove and reinstall, now its leaking and I cannot get it on tight enough. Last year I replaced the cover o-ring since it had stretched.

any help with this problem would be great

Thanks
Pete

 

[PoolGuyNJ]

1) Ensure all surfaces are cleaned of dirt.
2) Debur any nicks or small gouges.
3) Use Magic Lube or Jack's 327 lube on the o-rings. Not a lot, but enough to prevent the o-ring from twisting or getting hung and stretching.
4) A toothbrush to clean off dirt is your friend. When it's time to replace your personal toothbrush, save the old one for this purpose.
5) Replace O-Rings when needed.

Scott

 

[PeteKoul]

Thanks PoolGuyNJ

I will be working on it today and see if it works out.

 

[mcoonan]

Pete,
I have the same filter, every year I use a small scrub brush (like a nail brush but bigger than a tooth brush) and some regular dish soap (we use Dawn) to scrub the filter housing and threads on the bellyband. Lube up the o-ring with some Jacks or similar silicone lube and assemble.

 

[PeteKoul]

Thanks PoolGuyNJ

Worked Great!!