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re: Is it really okay run a pool pump while all suction or returns are plugged?
Posted on 8/24/14 at 11:55 pm to Btrtigerfan
Posted on 8/24/14 at 11:55 pm to Btrtigerfan
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You said it leaks most when the pump is running. That's where I would start.
Isn't that what he's doing?
Seems like a legit question. He wants to start looking for the culprit in his pool pump system but had a question about one of the methods used for isolation. He is concerned about doing further damage to the system by running the pool pump with things plugged on one side.
I'd also look at the skimmer itself, btw.
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Posted on 8/25/14 at 12:25 am to Asgard Device
Oh, I think they just mean to plug the holes and NOT run the pump. That makes more sense. This way it would rule out water running out those pipes via gravity. Apparently I don't have that problem since I didn't lose any water while the pump was off.
I just noticed that there's a plate where the skimmer basket goes and it is a little loose. I think I may go to WalMark and get some dye to do a quick test to see if water is escaping right there when the pump is on.
I am also contemplating turning the bottom drain on and the skimmer off.
I just noticed that there's a plate where the skimmer basket goes and it is a little loose. I think I may go to WalMark and get some dye to do a quick test to see if water is escaping right there when the pump is on.
I am also contemplating turning the bottom drain on and the skimmer off.
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