polaris 380 leaking from wall fitting

[buck1s]

Interesting that you brought this up. I just noticed that my Polaris was not moving around the pool as well as it should. I checked the hose fitting into the side of the pool and all seemed well. However, I noticed that the pressure relief valve (I assume that's what it is; looks like a black disk) one the male end of the hose fitting was pumping out more water than I ever noticed.

Is this a sign I need to do some maintenance to the cleaner itself. Are parts not moving as freely as they should, thereby restricting water flow through the cleaner and instead forcing it out the relief valve?

Chris

[markphin]

Try taking the cleaner apart. It comes apart fairly easily. Once you have the blue body dis-assembled, you will see the guts of the operation. there are a bunch of small hoses running throughout that lead to the venturi tubes. There are wire ties that clamp the hoses to the fittings. Over time, these ties deteriorate and break, thus causing the hose to slip off the fittings which in turn sprays water throughout the inside of the unit rather than through the venturis which powers the unit. You need to replace the wire ties. While you are in there, you may want to inspect the belts and bearings, as these don't last forever. You can buy rebuild kits on line for $100 or so. Be careful when taking apart as there are many parts, but if you take your time and pay attention, it's pretty easy.

[buck1s]

Thanks, Mark. I'll get in there and take a look. I suppose it could be one of those hoses having an obstruction too.