Water Coming Out Backwash Hose During Filtration
by Kim
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I noticed my water level kept dropping and started looking for why, which is when I noticed a steady stream coming out of the backwash hose. I read your response to others with this same problem. I keep going to online diagrams of my sand filter and I see an O-ring under the valve, but no spider ring. Where is it located? Also, is it loose or glued in? Thanks for any suggestions. Thanks for the question Kim There are a few uploaded pictures of what a spider gasket is and the location. It's this that causes alot of problems for pool owners that have sand filters. A little dirt or debris, or if the Multiport valve is tightened a little too much, it will squish together, and leak. It fits underneath the Multiport valve. Use a good lube such as: Aqua-Lube Jack's Lube Pool Filter Multiport Valve Gasket Sealant Pool Filter O-Ring Gasket Valve Lube Sealant 1.75 Oz bottle. I'm, not a big fan of gluing gaskets or O-rings into place. When it comes time to clean them or replace them, you're going to need to carve it out and run the risk of chipping or breaking the surrounding plastic. A good thick layer of lube and gentle touch is all you need to secure it in place. To post a reply, or if you have a similar question, you can see your post on the Q&A page in the "Swimming Pool Filter Backwashing" category. Swimming Pool Questions and Answers Check back to this post for answers. Hope this helps and have a great Summer. Robert |
