Hose from filter to return keeps blowing off

[nicole12]

When the filter turns on the hose blows off, 3 times now. We're losing all the water to the bottom of the skimmer. I could only tell today because I heard the pump louder than normal. It's just a regular hose with a hose clamp. Should I use 2 clamps? My DH put the hose on this last time so I was sure he put it on tight enough.

[sevver]

I would definately try two hose clamps, the hose may just be dry rotted too, maybe get a new hose from the Pool Store, you may have to cut it to the same length as the other one, but while you are at it get new clamps too.

[nicole12]

It's a brand new hose, brand new shut-off valve and brand new hose clips...no matter how tight I put the hose clamps I can still yank on the hose and it will come off...it's as if the shut-off valve's male end is way too slippery.

[nicole12]

Just tried 2 hose clamps and I can physically see the hose moving off the shut-off valve. Can I scuff up the male end of the shutoff valve or put something on it so it's not so slippery?

[Poconos]

Something isn't right. The fitting the hose slips onto should be barbed at least. I wouldn't trust just roughing it up. Any better description of the hose and fitting? A picture would sure help. Also curious what pressure you're running.
Al

[sevver]

I would not scuff it up, did your DH put some soap on it or something to make the hose go on there easier? Maybe clean all of that off, it should actually be sort of hard to get the hose on there I think.

[kevincad]

Just tried 2 hose clamps and I can physically see the hose moving off the shut-off valve. Can I scuff up the male end of the shutoff valve or put something on it so it's not so slippery?

Is this the Astral pool from Rec Warehouse? If so, it's what I have, and the fitting isn't barbed, but only once did I have a hose blow off, and that was the return line at the pool. I'd go to a pool store with the fitting in my hand, and get one like it that's barbed.

[robot9000]

I had the same problem. The fitting is actually a bit narrower at the end than the beginning Probably someones better idea to make the hose go on easier.

What I did was buy two good, stainless steel hose clamps. Now, they all look the same, but quality varies. If there is a store in your area that sells boating equipment, that is where to go. Motor boats have lots of double clamped fuel liines and water lines, etc. And they are strong.

Why worry, because then you get your 1/4 in socket (I think its 1/4) and tighten the clamp with that. Not the flat bladed screwdriver. You just can't get the torque on the screwdriver to really seal it. And if you go with two clamps, offset the closure part a bit (like 10 and 1 o'clock positions).

I know, seems wayyy over compicated for a stupid pool filter hose. But unless you have this problem (or enjoy flooding the area around your pools with several hundred gallons of water ) it is a royal PITA.