Pump not priming

[Mamaturtle]

Hi all, I just replaced the spider gasket & valve handle on my Ultima II 2000 filter & now it will not fully prime. I can only see a half full leaf basket. Any help?

 

[j.w]

@Mamaturtle
Sorry I can't help you w/this unfamiliar filter set up.

 

[Bluerooster]

Sounds like it's sucking air somewhere. Double check everything you did. And check the plumbing, there may be a loose fitting, allowing air to be sucked in.

 

[GBBUDD]

Agreed with above .
Have you also filled the pump housing with water. I know it sounds crazy but people do the craziest things.

 

[Mamaturtle]

Thanks for your help. I used my pressure washer in the leaf pot to inlet & outlet ports to clean them & it worked. It primed right up.