Skimmer doesn't work right on Intex pool
Hi all,
I'm new here & only had one question. I have a 15' x 42" Intex metal frame pool. I am at the moment using the pump that came with it. The 1000 gph pump & paper filter all in one. I get plenty of water flow with it so far. I also have the Intex Krystal Clear Saltwater System on it. I have not had any low flow errors on the unit, so the pump is working fine. Water flow is fine as long as the skimmer is not connected.
When I connect the hose for the skimmer to the water intake on the pool it works fine for a few hours. Then the unit builds up air in the pump & I have to purge the pump at least twice a day. I have the skimmer at least 3 to 4 inches under water so I have no idea where the air is coming from.
When the skimmer is disconnected I can go between filter changes without any air buildup problems at all.
Thanks For Any Help
Phil
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Last edited by PoolDoc; 08-22-2012 at 02:12 PM.
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15 round 3.9K* gal Intex AG vinyl pool; SWCG; Intex 1000 GPH cartridge filter; Intex 1000 GPH 1 speed pump; 24 hrs; SWCG; Aquacheck 4 way test strips.; utility water; summer: none; winter: none; iPad; PF:30.3
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