How to Prime a Pool Pump

Priming fills the pump with water so it can move flow.

Steps

  1. Turn off pump
  2. Open pump lid
  3. Fill pump with water
  4. Close lid hand-tight
  5. Open air relief on filter
  6. Turn on pump
  7. Close air relief when water shoots out

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