Spider gasket

[dattia]

Oh dear Lord, any tips on removing a spider gasket that has “become one” with the valve? It is coming out in small increments with much work. I currently have it soaking in soapy hot water. I’ve been using a hook and needle nose pliers... and I’ve stabbed myself twice so far.

 

[Texas Splash]

Ugh. Much depends on how it was attached originally. Some owners have no problem, while others it's a painstaking process of scraping it off in small bits & pieces. Hang in there and try to be patient so that you: a) don't stab yourself anymore, and b) don't damage the plastic housing. Good luck!

 

[dattia]

So no miracle solvent “ dissolve a gasket without harming equipment” out there? Perhaps someone should work on that. POP is not strong for me, but I will work on it... again. I think I am only a day away from clear pool joy!
Thank you!

 

[zea3]

Have you tried nail polish remover, aka acetone?

 

[dattia]

No, I haven’t. Leslie’s does not have the replacement gasket and when she checked the parts list, it only comes with a new top part and sight glass. Now I’m kinda in a pickle. I’ve destroyed the gasket and don’t have a replacement. Ugh!

 

[JamesW]

For the top mount Hayward Multiport valve model SP0714T, you don't replace the gasket.

You use part number SPX0714CA, which is the diverter with gasket or spx0714ba, which is the whole top with diverter and the gasket.

Can you confirm the multiport model number?

 

[dattia]

Thank you. I ordered a whole new valve. I just wish I hadn’t started to pick the gasket out because now I will be without filtration for at least 3 days.