My current setup has 3 3way valves, operating my suction cleaner, main drain, and skimmer. They are old, hard to turn, and I am pretty sure leaking air into my system. I want to replace them, but I am having a hard time convincing myself that they are even needed. Someone please tell me why to use these expensive complex valves, instead of 3 individual inline ball valves? They would seem to give me better control of what water flows where, and are WAY cheaper. So can someone tell me why I shouldn't use plain old ball valves?
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Without seeing your setup, I'll hazard a guess. One reason might be to ensure that you can't accidentally close the wrong combination of valves leading to a dry pump or a pump going against a closed line.
Many pool valves are rebuildable, and some need to be lubricated periodically for easy operation and sealing. If you post a picture and/or a diagram of your system, I'm sure somebody can advise you.
John
Many pool valves are rebuildable, and some need to be lubricated periodically for easy operation and sealing. If you post a picture and/or a diagram of your system, I'm sure somebody can advise you.
John
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