Polaris Backup Valve & Hose Compression Fittings

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JTGrace

Polaris Backup Valve & Hose Compression Fittings

Postby JTGrace » Sat 17 Sep, 2011 09:09

I am trying to replace my Polaris Backup Valve, but can't disconnect the hose from the top and base of this giant white acorn. I have tried unscrewing the compression fittings (nuts), but it just keeps spinning and never backs off. I have also tried simply pulling it off (caveman style), but that didn't work either. What's the trick?


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Polaris Backup Valve & Hose Compression Fittings

Postby czechmate » Sun 16 Oct, 2011 19:38

Backup valve is 2 parts shell, screwed together in middle.
It is fairly hard to unscrew without leaving a channelocks marks on the plastic.
Usually hitting it while fastened in a vise works beter than steadily applied pressure by chanelock pliers. (Always wrap in old leather gloves to minimize damage).
mandycole24

Polaris Backup Valve & Hose Compression Fittings

Postby mandycole24 » Mon 05 Dec, 2011 16:01

Did you find a solution to this? I am having the same problem

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