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A clog in the line. Another way to see if it's a clog is to put your control value to skimmer and then see if water is coming into pool from jet. If it is not being returned pool thru jet it is very definitely a clog in line. Next question should be how to get rid of a clog in line?
AnswerI have found that low water level will cause the skimmer not to operate very well or at all.Air in the lines, maybe?? Could also be a bad pump seal, loose fittings in and out of the pump, loose or bad o-ring on the pump lid. Or maybe the timer just shut off. Bad motor?? Would have to see or trouble shoot system to give a quality answer.
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Should you remove the skimmer basket when you vacuum a swimming pool?
No definitely not The skimmer basket is there to catch gross material like leaves etc you clean it out after and/or during vacuming the pool. There is another basket in front of the pool pump that also needs emptying occasionally. These baskets are there to protect the impeller of the pump. With most standard pools you must first take the skimmer basket out in order to connect the vac hose. This direct hookup will result in better suction at the vac head at the other end of the hose.
Can you run the pool without the skimmer just using the main drain for circulation if you think you have a leak in the underground pipe from the skimmer to the pump?
Sure you can. You'll need to use a net to clean the junk off the top often so it doesn't sink and cause stains or clog up the main drain.You can however it would be a good Idea to repair or replace the existing skimmer with a different method of skimming say a suction side floating skimmer as there are many materials that float to the top of a swimming pool that may be hazardous to health RB
Why does the skimmer top pop out every time your pump shuts off on your above-ground pool?
Check you water level. It sounds like you have too much water in your pool. When your pump is running, it is "sucking" water through the skimmer, keeping the water level pulled down inside of the skimmer. When you turn the pump off, the water level pushes back up, causing the skimmer lid to come off.BETTER ANSWER::Totally opposite of the above answer. If the water level is at or below the throat of the skimmer then yes the pool water can vortex in that skimmer causing air to be sucked into the pump. The skimmer basket keeps popping up because of the entrapped air. It has nowhere to go except back to the pool in the direction of least resistance when the pump shuts off. Bring and keep the water at mid level or slightly higher. Add fill water when the water gets to within about one inch of the bottom of the skimmer. Another reason would be that you have an actual suction leak. Suctions leaks are found in the plumbing and/or pump back to the pool on the suction side of the pump. Sometimes the pump seal can leak and cause this. Check under the base of the pump at a place between the pump basket or pot and the motor. If damp, that may be the cause of the air. The air gets into the filter tank then backs up to the pool at the skimmer.K
Why would tiny bubbles not from soap be jumping around in your pool?
your skimmer basket is full and it is not takink in any water. put water in your pool with a garden hose.
If backwashing does not keep pump basket full of water what is wrong?
When back washing there is res resistance in the water being removed through the skimmer basket. It would seem that you need a little more water in the pool to stop it from being sucked empty.
What would cause a radiator to have suction in it while running?
Cracked head or leaking gasket. The suction is created on the downward stroke of piston during intake stroke.
How do you clean pool filter clogged with debris?
the skimmer that is normally fitted with the pool is designed to take care of this problem, however it rarely does because more often then not it is int he wrong place in the pool or the water is too high as the result of rain or leaving the hose in too long or the water is too low for the skimmer to work properly. If one ends up being the victim of one of the above problems chances are that a floating pool skimmer would be the answer to the problem. The type of skimmer you are looking for is a suction side pool cleaner that plugs onto the vacuum plate over the leaf basket. once it is set up to the particular rate of the pool pump it will rapidly remove a large percentage of debris dust and insects from the surface of the pool. Hum, the problem with the above answer is that once the skimmer basket if full and or the pump basket is full or any of the above solutions then what. Best bet is to use your telepole and a leaf skimmer that attaches to the pole ( you can also use a "leaf rake" or net as they are sometimes called. With this method you exert some labor and remove most of the leaves at one session.
How do you replace a pool skimmer in an above ground pool that is of different size?
If you can get the right skimmer you should not have too much of a problem However if you cant get a replacement you may be able to get out of it by getting a floating pool skimmer with inline leaf basket.
How do you turn on and use the floor drain to filter and isolate the skimmer filters?
On the pool I take care of, before the pump (suction side) there is a large 3 position valve. To the left is bottom drain, middle is all 3 and to the right is the 2 skimmer baskets. You will have to check to see which one controls which on your pool but is simple to check, turn all the way one way and stick your hand into one of the skimmer baskets and feel for suction.Answ:: Most newer pools have a "valve assy." of sorts at the bottom of the skimmer. It is either made of plastic or brass. This rotates in one direction to either increase or decrease the suction at the skimmer. It really does not totally shut off the main drain.Other type skimmers have a system that uses a "float valve" at the bottom of the skimmer. Removing this unit from the skimmer will reveal two holes at the bottom of the skimmer. Looking down into the skimmer from the deck side of the pool ~ the hole closest to you would be the direct link to the pump. This is the port in which you would connect the vac hose. The other one is connected to the main drain and all go back to the pump from the bottom of the skimmer. The "float's" purpose is to prevent the skimmer from sucking air in the event the water level got too low. It has a floating stopper inside.If your set up has only one port at the bottom of the skimmer then you most likely have a brass or PVC valve situated just before the pump inlet. Sometimes there are multiple valves and are usually not marked as to what they control. You just have to work with a partner to find out which one does what and where.k
Is Muriatic acid safe for drain pipes?
Only if they're NOT made of anything that will be dissolved by the acid, such as ABS plastic.
If you have well water would a crack in the PVC pipes cause air in the pipes?
Any break or leak on the suction side of your pump can cause air in the lines.
What would cause pool cleaner to move slowly?
Low suction posiby the filer needs cleaning, or perhaps it is wearing out.
