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Old 11-26-2008, 04:56 AM
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Yes, thanks Mark, that is exactly what I mean. I have a small hole/line running from the return into the emergency overflow, this is what is getting clogged.

I don't understand why the emergency overflow drain seems to be involved with the return line. Maybe a photo?
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Old 11-26-2008, 04:59 AM
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I don't understand why the emergency overflow drain seems to be involved with the return line. Maybe a photo?
It is not involved, that is just where I have stuck the line. Agreed a photo will help, I will try to get one up tomorrow.
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Old 11-26-2008, 05:09 AM
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You can't have the return higher in the tank so once the water level lowers the siphon will naturally break??
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