What happens when a backwash valve gets stuck?
What happens when a backwash valve gets stuck?
Occasionally an O-ring gets stuck on the edge of one of the pipe openings and pulling too hard can tear it. In those cases rocking up an down can often clear it. In severe cases the whole thing needs to be disassembled. It is tricky to describe the amount of force required.
Why is my pool seat stuck in the wall?
I have one pool return that I cannot remove the eyeball seat. The outer ring and eyeball come out no problem, but the threaded pipe that connects into the wall which holds the eyeball will not move. I tried the plastic removal tool but the plastic part that fits into the notches simply deformed under the torque I applied to it.
What should I use if my pool fitting is stuck?
There should be something around the house or hardware store that will fit exactly. Just be careful not to over torque the fitting and damage the female threaded fitting. When this happened to me, I used a big kitchen spoon. The width of the spoon reduces as you get nearer to the front end, so it should always fit.
Why is my pool eyeball stuck in the wall?
The outer ring and eyeball come out no problem, but the threaded pipe that connects into the wall which holds the eyeball will not move. I tried the plastic removal tool but the plastic part that fits into the notches simply deformed under the torque I applied to it.
Why is my water shut off valve stuck?
Published on Sep 1, 2013. Have you ever tried to turn off the water to a sink or a running toilet, only to find that the valve is stuck in place? This is usually caused by the rubber seat inside the valve drying out, or becomes coated with friction-producing minerals after years without use.
I have one pool return that I cannot remove the eyeball seat. The outer ring and eyeball come out no problem, but the threaded pipe that connects into the wall which holds the eyeball will not move. I tried the plastic removal tool but the plastic part that fits into the notches simply deformed under the torque I applied to it.
There should be something around the house or hardware store that will fit exactly. Just be careful not to over torque the fitting and damage the female threaded fitting. When this happened to me, I used a big kitchen spoon. The width of the spoon reduces as you get nearer to the front end, so it should always fit.
What should I do if my toilet valve won’t open?
The last thing you need is to have problems turning the water off to an overflowing sink or toilet. In case the valve just won’t budge, be careful. Forcing it counter-clockwise with a wrench can break the valve, in case it’s already open all the way.