If you see water leaking out of the bottom of the pool pump assembly, it's a good indication that you may have to
replace the shaft seal within the motor pump assembly
. As shown in the pool pump cut away, the shaft seal is located in the motor pump assembly behind the impeller.
How do you seal a leaking pool pump?
You can also make a fairly good, almost permanent repair using
Pool Putty or Silicone Sealant
, if the fitting is not overly loose. While the pump is running, apply a heavy bead of Pool Putty or Silicone, so that it will be sucked into the void. Keep the pump running for 24 hours to allow it to harden in place.
Can you repair a leaking pool pump?
A home owner with basic mechanical skills can fix a leaky pool pump by finding the source of the leak and obtaining a new gasket or O-ring based on the brand and model of the pump.
Why is my pool pump leaking at the bottom?
In most cases, a leak underneath a pool pump is
caused by a pressure-side leak
. This is easily combated by inspecting the impeller housing o-ring, shaft seal and replacing any worn, cracked o-rings or seals. Before taking apart your pool pump, we recommend purchasing a go-kit.
How do you replace the shaft seal on a Hayward pool pump?
How do you replace the seal on a Hayward Super pump?
Why is the top of my pool pump leaking?
Your pool pump motor lid isn't the only place where you need to worry about a bad seal.
There is another one located between the pump housing and the motor. This seal can wear down or crack over time, causing a water leak
. If you replace this seal, it's a good idea to replace the diffuser O-ring simultaneously.
How do I know if my pool pump shaft seal is leaking?
The best way to detect a shaft seal leak is to
check for a puddle of water under the pump
. In addition look for water damage, and/or if the pump is noisier than usual. If you have a leak on the discharge side of the pump, it might be because the fitting to come lose and empty the pool.
How do I change the O rings on my pool pump?
Can You Use Flex seal on pool pump?
Don't do it
! ( unless there is no other alternative). Many pool equipment installs in the area have their booster pump… More.
How do you troubleshoot a Hayward pool pump?
- Step 1: Check the Hoses. Tighten all hose connections on the pump and filter. …
- Step 2: Inspect the Pressure Gauge. …
- Step 3: Check the Skimmer Basket. …
- Step 4: Remove Debris. …
- Step 5: Inspect the Impeller. …
- Step 6: Backwash the Filter. …
- Step 7: Replace the Sand or DE.
How do you repair a pool pump?
How do you take apart a Hayward pool pump?
How does a pool pump shaft seal work?
Shaft Seals
prevent water from leaking along the motor shaft, just behind where it connects to the impeller
. The motor shaft goes through the seal plate, or the bracket that connects to the pump.
What is a pump mechanical seal?
A mechanical seal is simply a method of containing fluid within a vessel (typically pumps, mixers, etc.) where a rotating shaft passes through a stationary housing or occasionally, where the housing rotates around the shaft.
