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Q: What if main drain on pool is clogged?
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Yep it so is


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Main line stoppage is a clogged drain line.


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no you can not


What is the Purpose of a main drain in a swimming pool?

If its not connected through the skimmer I imagine it's there to empty it. hmmm, on the above. The main drain in pools is for circulating the lower part of the pool and is not intended to drain the pool as in a bath tub.


Where does the main drain inside a pool lead too?

The pump


How do you use the bottom drain in an in ground pool?

Well, if you mean to drain the pool --- it is not a drain as in house plumbing -- the sink -- the tub. It is connected to the skimmer and that is connected to the pump. Your main drain is most likely 'working'. It does not nave to be a strong flow. Well, if you mean to drain the pool --- it is not a drain as in house plumbing -- the sink -- the tub. IT DOES NOT DRAIN ANYTHING. It is connected to the skimmer and that is connected to the pump. Your main drain is most likely 'working'. It does not nave to be a strong flow.


Should main drain be closed or open when pool is running?

Open


How do you plug the broken main drain of a swimming pool?

Would advise that you get a professional to address the situation first hand. The main drain is intrigal to your circulation.


Does the main drain line in skimmer have water in it when closing the pool?

No. You cannot use the main drain to lower the water level below the skimmer. This is because the main drain is not really a drain. It only connects right back to the 3 port valve in the skimmer.


Why is your pool draining from the main drain?

If you mean you are losing water, it may be a broken or cracked main drain or possibly your hyrdo-static valve is malfunctioning. One other possibility is a break in the pipe going to the main drain.


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