Pump basket lid stuck

[cmcq]

I can't get the lid off the basket in front of the pump. I've tried to turn it manually, tried a long screwdriver through the handle for more leverage and tried inserting a flat screwdriver between the lid and the basket to see if it had created a "seal" I need to break. I've had magic lube on it during the season. It has probably been 4-5 weeks since I've had it open. It is so tight that when I try to turn it, the lid and basket move together and start to put pressure on the inward pipe.

Any suggestions? Thanks
Charlie

[mas985]

Try to loosen the pump lid a little while the pump is running.

[TheDurk]

If the above does not work, try slowly pouring a bucket of very hot water on to the top of the lid. That might expand it enough to free it.

[mas985]

Well I'm sorry to disagree but the technique has worked well for me and many others. I wouldn't have suggested it if it didn't work. It may not work in every case but it really doesn't take a lot of effort to try.

[Watermom]

I don't think "thedurk" is saying it doesn't work. His comment was if it doesn't work, try this.

[waste]

I'm 99.9% positive that Mark's advice will work!

However, one other trick is to open the air relief valve on the filter

[mas985]

I don't think "thedurk" is saying it doesn't work. His comment was if it doesn't work, try this.

Oops. Sorry I missed that. I think I might need glasses.