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  • Jan 31, 2009, 05:37 PM
    Debus3
    Pool pump does not prime itself any more.
    My Purex Triton Whisperflow pump for my inground pool does not prime itself. They sell a seal kit. Do you think this would fix the problem?
  • Feb 5, 2009, 04:07 PM
    ballengerb1

    Disconnect the incoming line to see if you have a free flow of water present. If the flow is good then the seal kit is a good option.
  • Feb 9, 2009, 08:30 AM
    The Pool Guy

    Disconnecting the incoming line on an inground pool will show u nothing. The pump is above water level. What I would look for would be... air leak on suction side of pump, or the gasket seals on the pump strainer lid.
    Hope this helps...
  • Feb 9, 2009, 08:32 AM
    ballengerb1

    Pool guy is correct, I missed the "inground" part. My advice was better suited for an above ground pool.
  • Feb 9, 2009, 08:51 AM
    The Pool Guy
    Thanks ballenger... this is why it is so important for posters to give us as much information as possible about their pool and their problem!!

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