Can you hook pool vacuum to skimmer?

Connecting The Pool Vacuum To The Skimmer Suction Now, youll need to attach the vacuum head to your skimmer by: Plugging the open end of the hose into the skimmers suction port, which lies at the bottom of the skimmer well.

Where do I connect my pool vacuum hose?

1:252:17How to Connect a Pool Vacuum : Pool Tips & Care - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSuggested clip · 52 secondsThe end of the vacuum hose through the skimmer throat. And plug it into the suction port of theMoreThe end of the vacuum hose through the skimmer throat. And plug it into the suction port of the skimmer.

How do you hook up a pool vacuum?

0:352:54How To Install A Suction Pool Cleaner - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSuggested clip · 57 secondsChoose the fitting combination that best suits the skimmer. Completely submerge the hose and fillMoreChoose the fitting combination that best suits the skimmer. Completely submerge the hose and fill with water as a tip. Hold the hose in front of a return line to quickly fill all lengths of the hose.

How do you hook up a pool vacuum without a skimmer?

Since your pool doesnt have a skimmer, youre free to use the inlet by connecting the vacuum. You can save plenty of time by not removing the skimmer. To connect to the pump, simply connect the open end of the vacuum hose into the skimmer inlet. For good measure, check if the other end is attached to the vacuum head.

Why do I lose suction when vacuuming pool?

If theres a hole near the top of the hose and its near the surface its going to suck in air thats going to cause you to lose prime. Thats a very common spot for air to get in especially when you connect the vacuum hose and increases that pressure, it could pull in air and cause the pump to lose its prime.

What do you do if your pool skimmer doesnt have suction?

2:155:01How to Unclog a Pool Skimmer Line, Pool Pump Not Priming Part 7YouTube