Changed the filter and now the top of the pump leaks continuously. Can't figure what we did wrong. Hope someone can help.
906789
Wish I could help, but mine leaks also. It's as tight as it will go and still water dribbles out. I have to add water to the pool every week which is a pain since we're on a monitor and having a drought!
906790
There is a gasket on top of the pump, sometimes it get's stuck inside the lid. Plug the hoses and drain the water from the pump. Take the gasket from the lid and put it back I to the groove in the top of the pump. That should solve the leak.
906791
Jeffrey's suggestion is best. Anytime I had a leak it was always because the lid had been screwed on incorrectly. Gets tricky sometimes. If you just can't get it to quit, I'd suggest catching the water so you can just pour the "leaked" water right back into the pool.
906792
You may have cross treaded the top. Easy to do, remove the top set it on top again, back it up like you are taking it off very slowly. You will fill a slight click when it lines up properly. now tighten.
906793
what Jeffrey suggested is exactly what I have done in the past. Also make sure that there nothing blocking the hoses, I found that sometime the chemicals that I have used might cause a blockage, wash the hoses & pump.
579900
have you had better luck with your filter? Just received mine, have hooked it up but can't get suction. Have primed it, filled the tank first, as mentioned in another post. Have not shortened the length of the tubing as yet. Any advice?
1236684
mine has great outflow, check your pump output?? pump size ample to do the job?? filter plugged??? is the red flag in the bubble showing the filter plugged??
708965
Make sure the cap is on tight. If it's still under warranty they will make it right. Other than that the pump has went out, no way to fix it. That's what happened to ours. As luck would have it, ours was out of warranty! I think they should put better pumps in there machines. Good luck.
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Mike: silly question, but did you give the filter an extra push, plus push in the top rubber gasket some more to expose the thread? If this fails then the filter is too long. In that case I would be making an extended threaded mounting post. Or a special nut with a reduced diameter that will go inside the filter and catch the thread. My 10 gallon Craftsman has a 7/16 NC thread. I have the capability at home to manufacture these fixes, but if you do not I am at a loss for other solutions. Hoe about a recessed cup with a flange, then cut a bigger hole in the filter rubber and use a 7/16 nut inside the cup. Mike: silly question, but did you give the filter an extra push, plus push in the top rubber gasket some more to expose the thread? If this fails then the filter is too long. In that case I would be making an extended threaded mounting post. Or a special nut with a reduced diameter that will go inside the filter and catch the thread. My 10 gallon Craftsman has a 7/16 NC thread. I have the capability at home to manufacture these fixes, but if you do not I am at a loss for other solutions. Hoe about a recessed cup with a flange, then cut a bigger hole in the filter rubber and use a 7/16 nut... » Read More Mike: silly question, but did you give the filter an extra push, plus push in the top rubber gasket some more to expose the thread? If this fails then the filter is too long. In that case I would be making an extended threaded mounting post. Or a special nut with a reduced diameter that will go inside the filter and catch the thread. My 10 gallon Craftsman has a 7/16 NC thread. I have the capability at home to manufacture these fixes, but if you do not I am at a loss for other solutions. Hoe about a recessed cup with a flange, then cut a bigger hole in the filter rubber and use a 7/16 nut inside the cup. « Show Less
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Not a problem with mine. It could be a clogged filter or to much pressure/flow from the supply. Replace the element and/or turn down the flow rate.
2146420
Ours did the same thing. If you start googling reviews on it, you will see that this is a common problem. It is almost impossible to get rid of. The company says that it is because you live in an area with REALLY bad water. Therefor you need to change the filter every 1-2 weeks. A scam in my opinion.
1032462
Although my filter hasn't leaked around the rim (the top), it has leaked out of the Venturi Inlet attachment two times. Once was because the pump was too powerful, so I adjusted the flow. The other time was because too much string algae was blocking the holes on the inside, so I cleaned out the filter pads and hosing. I've found that when everything is working right (having the right flow and being cleaned out) that the water level doesn't go that high inside the filter. It should come in through the spray bar, and then the water level shouldn't rise above the spray bar. I hope this helps. : )
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If its older than 3 years, you need to simply replace it. If newer, call the support line at Insinkerator and see if they will send you out a new tank! I have read that the leak, if it is from the tank, is due to a return hose that gets brittle and breaks. If you are handy, you can search the web for an article about replacing it. I am not very handy and screwed up my tank doing it so had to replace the entire tank.
756716
I own this and have found to fix must replace the whole unit.... This summer2014 will be our second replacement in two years. It was suggested to me to bypass thus pump and draw water thru. But use a sand filter... Might try that instead
1103744
Oh no! Mine just started leaking too and I'm not sure if it's too late to return it. Let me know what happens with yours. I really have enjoyed this dispenser until now.
1294924
Sounds like the pump. There is a fly wheel [you can see this through the top [a round hole] that may be stuck. Try forcing water or a burst of air through it. Some times all it needs is pulling the filters up and down to get it started.
2164391
Try pushing the prime button while the filter is running. It will help purge the excess air from the system. If it doesn't help, the company that makes the filter is really good about helping you fix any issues with the unit even if it means sending you a replacement. I had a problem with my filter leaking and they sent me another one right away. Since then I have had no issues with the filter.
1479223
I use white tephlon tape around the threads of the pipe then screw on the filter it has stopped the leaking. Wrap the tape around the threads of the pipe and then screw on your filter. I hope this is helpful.
877160
It's definitely the filter, if you have a new filter replace it if not take the filter out and see if it still happens, I had a exact same problem, replacing the filter took care of it. I even tried to clean the filter but that didn't help.
832636
Have you rechecked the "in" & "out" ports, or is there a packing plug? I'd remove the filter again, and blow thru the ports to see if that is where the ressistance is- ie: the filter or the Moeller top assembly. Let me know, Jim
2134846
sorry, I returned my unit because it was leaking everywhere. I never got any further. Perhaps there's dried soap in the nozzle? try a open paper clip and see if there isn't a clog