Pump not priming

[Oceansol]

Hello all you smart pool people. This post is related to a similar thread i posted some months back about my cleaner not working well. It never really was resolved. But lately its been even worse, and today I biught a new cleaner, but had the sMe result.
So i opened up the big filter container, and was surprised that it was full of water. I removed everything and cleaned it all, but when i buttoned it up and restarted, the pump won't prime.
I'm not sure what's happening... can someone explain why and wat can do?

 

[Oceansol]

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Lube the pump lid o-ring and re-secure the pump lid. Make sure your valve settings for suction are correct and open. Start the pump at high speed and open the air relief valve on the filter to purge air. When the air relief valve starts shooting out water, close it. The filter basket should fill up with water as all air is purged. If the air is not purging from the pump basket, check your water level and ensure that your weir door is not stuck in the closed position.

 

[Oceansol]

Here's some photos of my setup

Lube the pump lid o-ring and re-secure the pump lid. Make sure your valve settings for suction are correct and open. Start the pump at high speed and open the air relief valve on the filter to purge air. When the air relief valve starts shooting out water, close it. The filter basket should fill up with water as all air is purged. If the air is not purging from the pump basket, check your water level and ensure that your weir door is not stuck in the closed position.

Ok, wasnt sure if i need the lid on the pump. I'll try it now.

Thanks!

 

[Oceansol]

OMG, I am not a smart man.... yes, OF COURSE the lid needs to be on the pump! All fixed, and i am sorryvfor bothering all you smart people with my foolishness on a Saturday night!

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Don't be silly. I'm glad you got it taken care of.

 

[Oceansol]

Ok, i decided that after 16 years it was time to get new filters.... installed them today and EVERYTHING is back to normal!
As i said before, I am not a smart man, but finally did something smart!

Thank you to all who replied!