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Re: new user need to serch hayward perflex
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Re: new user need to serch hayward perflex
I'm glad to hear things are going better.
When you replace the diaphragm gasket, #1 make a mark on the top and bottom tube sheets (there are arrows to show how to match them up, but a magic marker line on them is sooo much easier to see). Then remove the o-rings on the shaft (take off the bottom one first) and inspect them. Have a cup handy, put the o-rings in it and also the nut's and bolts that you'll be removing to separate the tube sheets (the sizes ate 5/ 16" for the bolts and 3/8" for the nuts (15 pairs, if memory serves)). Then you can take out all the tubes and fully inspect them for tears and replace any that you need to (small tears can be fixed with a hot glue gun - but it's probably better to just replace any damaged ones). Also check the tube sheets themselves for hairline cracks around where the shaft goes through as these can also be the cause of DE going back into the pool). If you need help with the "E" clips that keep the shaft connected to the tube sheets - let me know.
I wouldn't sweat the little bit of DE bypassing the filter until you have the new diaphragm.
Luv & Luk, Ted
Having done construction and service for 4 pool companies in 4 states starting in 1988, what I know about pools could fill a couple of books - what I don't know could fill libraries
Re: new user need to serch hayward perflex
As of right now, I'm not going to take it apart again until it needs another thorough cleaning, this is the first time in about 7 years I've had it tore down( I have a very small ig pool). Seems to be working pretty good, gonna keep an eye on this DE powder, I can live with a little bit. Didn't see the arrows the first time I took, it apart, but I must have gotten it back together correctly, actually looked like it could only go back together one way...took me a minute to figure out and make sure I didn't have one of the tube sheets upside down.. Had an old finger assembly in the garage, I took a look at it to be double sure I had it right. Will look for hairline cracks around the shaft holes next time, but a cursory inspection didn't reveal anything the first time.
Re: new user need to serch hayward perflex
Glad all is acceptable for you as things are. I believe I'd follow the same course <good job!>
Luv & Luk, Ted
Having done construction and service for 4 pool companies in 4 states starting in 1988, what I know about pools could fill a couple of books - what I don't know could fill libraries
Re: new user need to serch hayward perflex
Thanks for everyone's help!
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