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  1. 10-19-2006 06:55 PM #17
    Phillbo
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    Default Re: pump will only prime when basket it out

    that bubble does not look too bad to me.. is it causing the pump to cavitate or make a lot of noise?


    Does the lip of the basket slip under the cover and prevent it from seating all the way maybe ?
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