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    jeep4wd Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 25, 2007, 03:40 PM
    Priming Sprinkler Pump
    I have just replaced my 2 hp sprinkler pump and all of the line leading from the ground. I did replace my check valve. I cannot get my pump to prime. I did check for air and I did fill the pump with water. I have done this before with no problems except for changing the check valve. Any thoughts.
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    Feb 28, 2007, 05:25 AM
    An air bleeder port between your check valve and pump? Is the check valve installed in the correct direction?
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    Feb 28, 2007, 04:43 PM
    Yes, the arrow points up. For some reason it took over three hours to prime and is working good. Have not lost the prime in two days.

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