Beards
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![[*]](./images/corporate/default_icon.gif) posted on 26-11-12 at 02:19 PM |
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in floor cleaning system
I have a pool that I suspect is leaking around an infloor cleaning head. Leak track screams near one in particular. Dove the pool and could not get
any dye to draw. Removed the heads still no dye draw. Did a full pressure check, all was good. Any suggestions? I have checked every square inch of
this pool. Steps, light, vinyl, pressure check.. What is up? Bruce I know you got something.
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brrscuba
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| posted on 27-11-12 at 01:22 PM |
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Beards
I have seen similar leaks around cleaner heads where the liner tucks in around the head fitting. I would try to pinpoint the spot with the Leak Trac
(use the lowest setting) and dye test it again. If still no leak found you could try to isolate this head and area by plugging it off and then
placing a toilet plunger over it, if no leak, the plunger will stay tight, if a leak the plunger should not seal and plunging will loosen it and make
the rip more visible.
Or plug the head and put the Light Cover over it and try introducing dye at a hose port and watch through the dome where it goes!
Have fun, don't give up, and report back please.
Good Leak Detectors Are Always Learning
Bruce
PoolRepairDiver.com
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thepoolsitter
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| posted on 27-11-12 at 02:36 PM |
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Wow!
Great advice Bruce and another possible use for the Dome Cover. Leaks that are the most difficult to find are the ones that provide us with learning
opportunities and it is wonderful that we can share what we have learned with others here at your site.
When I read about the solutions others have come up with I say to myself, "Why didn't I think of that!".
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cgg90210
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| posted on 5-12-12 at 04:23 PM |
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As far as the dome cover, I carry four weights in the form of 1" flex pvc w/ sand inside that fit th o.d. of the dome to create a proper seal. I also
have a "closed" dome to do a tee'd suction line or two pop-up cleaners at a time (we call it a valet system). That way you can check most systems
without getting wet.
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cgg90210
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| posted on 5-12-12 at 04:25 PM |
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P.S. ,
You can attatch your dome to a pole with the weight, plug the main drain at the skimmer and run a long plastic tube to the tile line then dye test
the plastic tube. FYI
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| posted on 7-12-12 at 06:29 AM |
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cgg,
could you share a picture of this rig in action?
-Jeremy
Florida Leisure Pool & Spa
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cgg90210
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| posted on 14-12-12 at 07:14 PM |
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hinejs,
Probably get in trouble with "higher-ups" if I shared too much info, sorry. Just use your imagination as far as the info I've alredy given, good
luck!
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