Hose popping off

[matt4x4]

Sounds like they sold you the cheap hose and connectors with the pool, try tigerflex and barbed connectors. Besides that, maybe 2 clamps instead of 1.

[RavenNS]

I agree with Matt, you may need better clamps for this new hose

[t-cal]

Thank you both, so much, for your prompt replies.

I was just out looking things over and seems my husband (of course I'll blame it on my husband) put the prevail chlorine pack in the dispenser backward. I think that is causing the pressure. The pack also seems a bit "pinched". I'm going to replace the pack.

In the meantime, the hose is not popping off, but really expands big time. I am hoping that is normal, as my previous hose did not do this. This one seems a bit more flexible.

I know it's a stupid question..... but should the hose expand once I turn the sytem back on.

[matt4x4]

I've never seen a hose "expand" before, on my pool, they just look like they "stiffen up" some with a bit of movement, but then they equalize and settle and look the same as always. I'm not familiar with the Chlorine pack you're describing since I only use bleach, so I really can't say whether that is part of the problem or not.
I wouldn't trust it not to pop off again, not something you want happening when you're not around, I would look into it a bit further because it just doesn't sound right.
Can you run without a chlorine pack and see if the problem goes away?
A chlorinator should not give that kind of backpressure to expand a hose.

[t-cal]

matt:

Actually, I did by-pass the chlorine system and go directly to the return. The hose seemed to be fine. I think I was being a bit overly concerned with the movement of the hose. It's just a bit more flexible than the original hose. I will look into the hose and clamps recommended earlier. In the meantime, I'm only running the pool when I'm around to keep an eye on it.

I truly appreciate everyone's responses.

[tenax]

i think that makes sense with own experience matt. i note that the tiger flex hose where i use it doesn't expand, but it does go sort of rigid when pressure is applied.

[waste]

If you go the 'tiger-flex' way, DON'T USE CLAMPS !!!!!!!!!!, use schedual 40 fittings and PVC primer and glue to secure them (threaded reducers with a 1 1/2" slip fitting are available at any decent hardware store). Tape whichever threaded reducers with 3 wraps (all the way up the threads) and glue the 'bell' end to the pipe. Make sure you read the instructions on the can of glue to insure a good seal. I've taken a number of 'shortcuts' in my explanation, but following this will insure a good connection. (if you've any questions about what I've advised, ask and I'll go into further detail). I beg for you to trust me on this, as I spend a lot of time every year correcting leaks caused by homeowners using tigerflex and clamps. (it's only a small % of fixes I have to do as opposed to those due to installers using 'black poly' - but that's something for the 'China Shop'. )
T-cal, welcome to the forum, I want you to have a great 'pool experience' so am trying to prevent your doing something that will be a continual headache. Do it once, do it right and enjoy the pool.