I have just opened my pool for the season and i have noticed today that water is coming out from the backwash pipe when the lever is set to filter. I have changed the gasket today and water is still coming out. Not sure what to do....
Any suggestions?
My filter is an Hayward model number S-190T
Water leaking from filter
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Water leaking from filter
when you say "changed the gasket" yo uare talking about the spider gaset i nthe valve distributor head arent you ?
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Hayward filter S-190T - Location: Gatineau
Water leaking from filter
Yes it is the spider gasket that i have replaced
Water leaking from filter
I had this same problem my gasgket was brand new,it turned out that the spring in the handle of the MPV was broken in half.
Water leaking from filter
I get the best results for this problem by simply installing a good quality cut off valve (such as a Jandy No Lube valve) on the waste line, just after the multiport valve. I did one today, as a matter of fact. The spider gaskets are usually good for a few years when they're new, but a lot of them eventually blow out to waste. You can replace the spider gasket, but you'll have the same problem again, sooner or later. Install a valve, you'll be much happier in the long run.
Chuck
Owner, Superior Pool Services
25 years leak detection experience
Owner, Superior Pool Services
25 years leak detection experience
Water leaking from filter
I put the plug for the skimmer in it. Only thing is, you have to remove it and screw back in the fitting for the hose to connect to when you want to backwash. Only takes a minute though.
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