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The filter may be clogged, dirty and need backwashing. The lint bucket may need cleaning out. I have a cedar tree and the needles of this tree go thru the skimmer into the lint bucket and clog it, cutting down the circulation. What does your pressure gauge show?
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∙ 14y agoUse a drain flusher like this http://webstore.petersenresources.com/df.aspx you should be able to pick one up at your local pool/Plumbing supply store
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∙ 14y agoTypically, You rent a "snake" at a do it yourself rental store. It is a cable that is inserted it the pipe and twisted and removes any foreign matter.
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How do you unblock pool suction line?
You need to use forced air through the suction pipe from the pool pump, to the skimmer, this will blow out any debris trapped inside. you can use the air out port on a shop vac. hope this helps.
When adding earth to an in ground pool do you pour it in the skimmer box or into the pool it self?
Add thru the skimmer box
Looking for a old type floating pool skimmer 5 wide The in-ground pool was built in 1965.?
Google Aladdin pool equipment ( Lilly Pad skimmer)
Do you use the main drain and the skimmer when filtering your pool?
You only use the skimmer/s
Why do you add algae control to the pool skimmer?
Adding algae control to the pool skimmer helps to disperse the chemical and coats the filter media.
How does an above ground pool skimmer work with a diagram?
Attempting to obtain step by step diagrams connecting an above ground pool to a sand filter.
Where can you buy a pool skimmer?
The pool's manufacturer. They are not at all standardized across brands, so you need to know what brand your skimmer or pool is, and it helps if you can locate a pool store and bring the old skimmer to them - they may be able to order one, even if they don't have that brand in stock.
Can a leak in an underground pool be caused by a pool skimmer?
Yes possibly In reality, the skimmer will not cause a leak. What causes leaks are people who do not connect or glue the fittings to the skimmer properly. Or ground movement like earthquakes. k
What can you do if dandelion seed puffs are ruining your pool?
Get a better pool skimmer normal pool skimmers usually don't do a very good job of cleaning rubbish from the surface of a pool so try a floating pool skimmer have a look on www,dragonfly.biz
Why is skimmer flushing?
The water in the pool is too low,
In ground pool skimmer replacement cost?
$600.00
Difference of a pool skimmer and pool filter?
A pool skimmer is generally built into the side of or around the top of a swimming pool in order to skim debris from the surface of the water. A pool filter is built into the plumbing in order to filter fine debris from the water itself.
