Drain King/Possibility to burst PVC Pipe
I have a pool which has 1&3/4" PVC pipe going from the pool (the skimmer) to the pool pump. The pump suctions water in from the pool.
Unfortunately, debris (leaves and pine needles and other stuff) has gotten into that line (it is about 30 feet long) and partially clogged the line.
Part of the PVC pipe is above ground. Most is below.
I used a drain king to partially open the line. It worked best when I briefly covered the opening to the line, thereby briefly increasing the pressure inside the line. I still need to still declog the line, but am concerned that I can burst the pipe if I allow too much pressure to build up. How long can I allow pressure to build up before the PVC pipe will burst?
I will also try using a snake, but there are 90 degree elbows and I am not sure the snake will accommodate those.
Thanks in advance
John :confused: :confused:
Drain King/Possibility to burst PVC Pipe
Thanks for the response.
In terms of time, if I am running a garden hose and I block the line, how long will it take to reach, for example, 370 PSI. Also, how do I know if it is "schedule 40" type PVC.
John