We have inherited our viynl pool and various plugs and I hadn't thought much about the plug until now.
I have doing some research on 0-rings, and it lead me to various kinds of plugs with o-rings on them.
None of our plugs do.
Turns out we have 3 kinds of plugs :
boutique.piscinehippocampe.ca
www.pioneerfamilypools.ca
ultimatepools.ca
But I am not sure if I'm using them properly or I should switch to those with o-rings as in : https://i5.walmartimages.com/asr/5d....jpeg?odnHeight=612&odnWidth=612&odnBg=FFFFFF
The threaded black ones have teflon tape around the thread but I read maybe that is not such a good idea to use ? Will these threaded ones make a good seal without the teflon tape?
Not sure if the yellow plug is any different from the black threaded, but it is deeper, so easier to handle...
Rubber expansion i think is ONLY for pipe ends - e.g. I disconnect our salt cell, bring it in for the winter and use these guys at the two ends. I suspect they should never be used on the returns only on the pipes?
I have doing some research on 0-rings, and it lead me to various kinds of plugs with o-rings on them.
None of our plugs do.
Turns out we have 3 kinds of plugs :
Black ABS Threaded Plug MPT
MPT Black ABS Threaded Plug – Available in 1 1/2'' and 2'' Ensure a tight, durable seal with our black MPT ABS threaded cap. Perfect for plumbing systems and swimming pool installations, this heavy-duty plug is designed to withstand the most demanding conditions. Available in two sizes to suit...
boutique.piscinehippocampe.ca
Feherguard Yellow Threaded Plug
The Feherguard Yellow Threaded Plug lets you seal off your lines this season with confidence.
www.pioneerfamilypools.ca
#7 Rubber Expansion Plug 1.25" – ultimatepools.ca
Rubber Expansion Plug for Inground & Above Ground Swimming Pools Premium Pool Plug Stainless steel bolts and washers with Delrin wing nuts Protect your return lines, pipes, and skimmer from freeze damage this winter
ultimatepools.ca
But I am not sure if I'm using them properly or I should switch to those with o-rings as in : https://i5.walmartimages.com/asr/5d....jpeg?odnHeight=612&odnWidth=612&odnBg=FFFFFF
The threaded black ones have teflon tape around the thread but I read maybe that is not such a good idea to use ? Will these threaded ones make a good seal without the teflon tape?
Not sure if the yellow plug is any different from the black threaded, but it is deeper, so easier to handle...
Rubber expansion i think is ONLY for pipe ends - e.g. I disconnect our salt cell, bring it in for the winter and use these guys at the two ends. I suspect they should never be used on the returns only on the pipes?
