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  1. 09-24-2010 02:19 PM #1
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    Default Pump has suction hose does not

    I have a 4 x 6 pool on the back deck of a condo and when i take the catch bucket out with pump on it has plenty of suction but when i hook the hose up to it to clean the bottom it has no suction. i have filled the hose up with water and done everything i was told to do. anybody have any help?
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    Default Re: Pump has suction hose does not

    Have you checked the pressure on your filter. If you need to backwash, you may not have enough suction to operate the vac. BTW -- Welcome to the forum!
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    Default Re: Pump has suction hose does not

    Welcome to the forum!

    Try switching which end of the hose you attach to the vac-head
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