Is this an air leak? And does it require fixing?

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Is this an air leak? And does it require fixing?

Postby Brian87gt » Sun 07 Jun, 2009 19:18

I have a sand filter for my 10,000 gallon pool. Here is the problem i'm having. at startup my filter pressure is 10 psi. After running a few minutes I can clearly see bubbles coming into the skimmer pump basket under the clear lid. After running overnight the skimmer is only half or 2/3 full. The pump is below the water level. I made sure the o-ring gasket is lubed and in good condition.


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