Tight pump filter lid.

[PoolDoc]

Anyone ever have this problem before and have suggestions?

It's an unfortunately common problem. If you post make and model, there may be some pump-specific solutions.

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[Leehicks79]

Mine is also a bear! Had it off once and couldn't get it back on with water gushing and no one home to help! Sat there for a bit (almost in tears) holding it on and it finally twisted on. As for getting it off, it seemed to do better when it was "unprimed" but I don't know how to do that on a system that's already primed (this was at start up time this year). Mine has two notches to "grab" and twist (useless since its so tight) but I have seen others with giant handles on top...wonder if I can just switch out the lids?

[PoolDoc]

Again, there are individual work-arounds, but they depend on the particular pump and lid you have. Post that info, and maybe we can find solutions.

[avillafuerte]

Thanks everyone! I will check the pump model tonight once I get home from work.

[az_gem]

I am having this same problem right now. I need to empty the basket inside and I can't get the lid off. I have a black tool that hooks onto the lid for easy removal, but it's not turning. The make and model of my equipment is Hayward DE6020. Please help!

[az_gem]

Finally got the pump lid off! My basket was full as I suspected. We had to use the lid tool and then hit it with a hammer until it starting to slowly loosen up. What a hassle! Now my pool vac won't move....

[nefretrameses]

It seems counter-intuitive, but if you turn the lid as to tighten it then loosen, sometimes it works.

[PoolDoc]

True, that. . .