PSI Gauge For Sand Filter Is Leaking And Not Working
by Bobby
And now the PSI guage is not working. Does this mean the PSI gauge is broken or the filter is broken? Something wrong with the bolt or is there something I can do to fix it? Thanks for the question Bobby I have answered similar questions at these links: High Pressure Problem On A Swimming Pool Sand Filter My Pool Sand Filter Has Low Pressure..Low Psi & Multiport Valve Is Leaking.. Turn the pump off. If the gauge doesn't drop to zero, the gauge is bad and you'll need to replace it. Some gauges have a small O-ring or gasket. Unscrew the gauge and take a look at the gasket. If it's worn out or torn, you can replace that as well. You can also put a thin layer of plumbing tape over the threads of the bolt. Be sure you don't over tighten the gauge when you screw it back in. Snug is just fine. 99% of the time when I had a leaking gauge, especially for the YMCA pool filters, the O-ring was the problem. I replaced it and everything was fine. Hope this helps and have a fun and safe swimming season. Robert |
