I would just wait to get the water over the skimmer unless your suction side is plumbed to have a valve to shut off the skimmer. If the main drain is plumbed through the skimmer you will probably suck air and loose prime on the pump.
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You and I posted at the same time, just wait - easier and not much lost time
Sorry about the signature issue. I am on a mobile and it won't let me update. My signature works fine on my desktop. I guess I should wait until I am at my desktop before I post. Sorry for the inconvenience.
No inconvenience, the signature just helps us answer questions a little easier. Post away on your mobile and just update when you get to the desktop and have a minute.
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