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You could have a clogged filter, a blocked impeller, a clog in the suction lines, a bad pump seal. air getting into the system. Are the valves open properly? Your question is kind of vague. My suggestion would be to start with the simple stuff. Filter, "o" rings and seals, debris in the pump basket etc., check the valves.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoThat depends on how quickly it goes up and down. thepressure gauge in the filtration system is set up between the pump and the filter. It is there to indicate when the filter needs cleaning so as the filter gets dirtier the pressure reading on the gauge goes up. the upper region is usually marked in red. In any case when the reading get high it indicates that the dirt in the filter is slowing down the water so it has to be back washed or cleaned. Once it has been cleaned the pressure reading on the gauge will be low again. However of the readings are going up and down in short order you may have to get the pump looked at by an electrician
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∙ 15y agoIs it taking air as well, if it is stop the air from getting into the system
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Why oil pump losing pressure?
either your oil pump screen is clogged or you need a new pump
Is pool pump pressure effected by chemical imbalance?
no
Why did the pool pump pressure increase when PhosFree was added?
The pressure increasing indicates that something is blocking the filter.
Would a booster pool pump help get more pressure to an existing pool pump?
Not necessarily, it depends on the condition of the original pump. It may have a worn or warped impeller. I would look into making sure the original pump is in good shape.
Could the hot water tank be causing the water pump to be losing pressure?
No. Nothing to do with it. Much more likely there is an air leak between pump and pressure tank, or pressure tank needs a new aircharge.
What is a pump seal for in-ground pool?
Main reason for pump seal (mechanical seals) in a pool pump any pump for that matter is to contain liquid (water in this case) in the pump and hold prime and pressure. Other reasons, lower friction,reliability it can last for years.
Will a booster pump help heat the pool with gas heater on?
No. generally a booster pump is used to run a pressure side cleaner.
When vacuuming a pool manually what would cause loss of pump pressure?
When vacuuming a pool manually a loss of pressure can be caused by something getting stuck in the hose. A leaf or a large bug can get stuck in the hose and cause it to lose pressure.
You have only about half pressure on your pool pump?
Usually the pressure gauge on your pool equipment indicates how much pressure there is before the filter. as the pressure goes up it indicates that the filter is getting blocked and needs a backwash or cleaning. while the pressure is low the filter does not need cleaning.
Is it normal to have air in the return lines if the pipe pressure is OK and the skimmers are full of water?
I think it could be normal, if the pool is not losing water. On my filter and pump, I have a valve, that when open, causes bubbles to come out of the low end jets, simulating the jets of a jacuzzi. When closed, there are no bubbles. If the pool is losing water, then the appearance of bubbles in the pump, or coming out of the jets could be due to air from from the outside which would mean a leak in one or more of the lines or at the fittings. Also, I'm curious as to how one would "pressure check" a return line from the skimmer, the main drain or vacuum line since these wouldn't be under pressure from the pump. If your pool is blowing air back into the pool through the return lines, it is caused by an air leak, on the suction side of the pump. Because the pump is above the water level of the pool, you will not lose any water. To check to see if you are sucking air at the pump, turn the pump on and take some dish detergent and squirt it along each plumbing fitting in front of the pump. Watch to see if any soap bubbles form in the pump housing. If so, you'll probably need to to replace those fittings, one of them is leaking. ANSWER:: The leak discussed above could involve both in and out fittings on the pump or it could be a leaking pump seal or a loose pump lid or lid gasket. The probable cause of this leak at the fittings is that the pump ran dry at some point in time causing the PVC fittings to become hot and shrink. Pressure testing of the return lines involves plugging those lines at the pool and and pump. The people who do this sort of thing have a tool or tools to insert in the system and introducing air into those lines monitoring pressure loss in each particular line through a process of elimination. K
Why would a Hayward pool pump develop a vacuum and then within ten seconds the vacuum just stops and the water flow drops?
The pool pump is most likely losing the vacuum due to clogged up filters. The filters need to be checked and cleaned.
How far can I put a pool pump from the pool?
The distance between a pool pump and pool depends on factors such as the pump's power and the length and type of piping being used. However, a common guideline is to place the pump within 3-4 feet of the pool for optimal performance. This ensures efficient circulation and reduces the risk of losing suction or encountering other operational issues.
