Hayward SP-711 Multiport Valve Leaking

[cdognight]

Thank you, Poconos, for your time in responding to my problem.

I came across the same PDF last night, but was confused by the fact that there doesn't seem to be a cross-section specifically for the 711, and the parts list is a little confusing as well. There are parts at the bottom of the list specifically for the 711, but only for certain dates? I'm not sure when this valve was made.

I suppose the best thing to do right now is just to dive into the disassembly and see what things look like.

It might also help to mention that when I place the valve i the recirculate position, water begins flowing from the waste port. I wouldn't think it would do that.

I imagine I'll know this "spider gasket" when I see it. I came across links to several discussions about this gasket last night, and most of the debate seemed to be what adhesive to use/not use to mount it. It also seemed like it was mentioned when discussing things like water going to the wrong port, and not water bubbling out of the top of the valve. I probably will need both the o-ring and this spider gasket.