Online Troubleshooting Guide
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Pump going but little or no water going back to pool
Below is a check list for the most common causes:
1) Check valve position is on filter and is seated properly
2) Check skimmer and lint pot baskets are not clogged
3) If cartridge filter - check cartridge is not clogged.
4) Give sand filter and long backwash and rinse
If still no result:
5) Remove cartridge/s or set sand filter to recirculate (bypass) and run filter
If still no result - possible causes are:
6) Blocked sand (will need replacing)
7) Expired/dirty cartridge/s (clean or replace)
8) Blocked pump housing (dismantle and clear)
9) Sheared impellor (dismantle pump and replace
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