I have a hayward element type above ground pool filter. Everything seems to be working, however I have air in the element tank. I used to turn the bleed valve and get water, Now I get air for about 8 seconds when the filter fills with water the water will start coming out. I close the valve and after about 15 min. the air has returned. I replaced all hoses and valve to and from the pump / filter. There are small bubbles in the pump strander basket. The skimmer seems to be giving the pump all water and the pool is at the correct depth.
This is common the first 30-60 seconds after turning the filter on. The filter is purging its self of the air, sometimes algae or small debris will shoot back into the pool as well.
If it is constantly getting air then replace your o-ring on the that clear cover (Strainer Cover) make sure you use a lubricant, and like djtc66 said re-wrap all threaded areas with teflon tape.
Posted on Sep 04, 2009
Green pool- After shoching and vac. pool the backwash is clear. next day pool is green again! Whats wrong with the system?
Posted on Jun 28, 2009
I had similar situation.try removing winterizing plug,wrap with teflon tape, make sure no debris on threads. This worked for me. Tony
Posted on May 04, 2009
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