Re: Water Level Low - Can't prime pump
Most AG pumps are not self-priming, but are "flooded suction". Essentially this means that you have to make sure there is NO air in the suction line coming to the pump. It's possible to do this, if you have valves on the lines and can 'hold your mouth right'. But it's a serious PITA.
I'd just go to General Tool and get a $40 sump pump and use that.
. . . membership upgraded.
PoolDoc / Ben
Re: Water Level Low - Can't prime pump
Home Depot rents sump pumps as well.
14'x31' kidney 21K gal IG plaster pool; SWCG (Saline Generating System's SGS Breeze); Pentair FNS Plus 48 DE DE filter; Whisperflow 1 HP pump; 8 hours hrs; kit purchased from Ben; utility water; summer: none; winter: none; PF:5.7
Re: Water Level Low - Can't prime pump
Thanks, Phillbo. Good to know. Nice to see you back around the forum again this year!
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