Hayward SP1480 Installation Question.

[Grumpy611]

With regards to the Hayward SP1480 Union, does it matter which part/end should be connected to the filter and which to the pump?
One part of the union looks to be the "receiving" (cup-like) end with an o-ring, and the other part looks like a "ball" fitting. If I were to guess, I would say the receiving end would be connected to the filter, as the water flow is coming from the pump?

Also, should the o-ring be lubed?

Thanks in advance for any help....

 

[JVTrain]

Union can go in either direction. Usually lubrication of the o-ring is not needed but a very small amount of a teflon based grease doesn't hurt. Magic Lube is good stuff.

 

[Grumpy611]

Thanks for the info!

For this type size plastic/pvc fitting, would channel-lock pliers be the best tool to use for additional tightening? I ask this because I've used the channel locks in the past, and I chewed up the sides of the fitting from the plier's teeth. So instead, I was thinking of maybe purchasing a large adjustable wrench? Would this be better to use?

Just curious as to what other folks use for this purpose....

 

[jblizzle]

Try a strap wrench ... or in a pinch you can actually use a belt.

 

[JVTrain]

Hand tight should be sufficient. If you really feel that's not enough, a rubber strap type wrench works well.