Problems with Sand Filter

[rj44319]

That is just a Leaky o-ring.
first try taking it out and applying a thin layer of vasalen around it.
if that don't work, you will have to replace it.

[Watermom]

Don't use vaseline. Use a silicone grease like Jack's lube or something similar.

[PoolDoc]

The gurgling noise means you have air in the tank. If the sound goes away overnight, it could be air from starting up the pump. But if it continues, it generally means a small suction side leak, letting air enter your piping.

Another way to check is to use the air relieve screw -- that's the part that's leaking -- by opening it a bit, letting the air bleed off, and then closing it. (Don't unscrew it too far; it will come out and shoot off somewhere, most likely in the leaves where you'll never find it. ;-)

By the way, your pics are below.

[anixon7]

Thanks for the quick responses. Anything special I need to do to remove the cap to get to the o-ring, other than shut off the system and unscrew it?

[Watermom]

Bumping this back up to see if someone can give an answer for anixon7.

[anixon7]

Thanks for the quick responses. Anything special I need to do to remove the cap to get to the o-ring, other than shut off the system and unscrew it?

Can anyone help me with how to replace an o-ring?